We're a small, but dedicated (okay, slightly obsessed) bunch of people who spend hours scouring and scrounging the internet for the good stuff.

Every now and then, we put together a curated list of five things we're currently loving—sometimes they're connected by a theme, sometimes they aren't. Some of these things are useful and practical, some are delightful and collectible. The best ones are delightfully unnecessary.

This week's curation is all about 5 bomb host/hostess gifts under Rs.1000 that'll ensure the host or hostess loves you the most-est!

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Rs.850 / SAFOMASI 01 Langur Pot Holder A quilted potholder hand-screenprinted with Safomasi's trademark illustrations that's as useful as it is kitchen decor. Safomasi is an independent interiors brand founded in Delhi by British and Indian couple Sarah Fotheringham and Maninder Singh. Crafted with care and full of character, their award-winning and globally inspired designs on fabrics, rugs and homewares are cherished by clients around the world for their exceptional quality and artful appeal. 02 Marigold Ginger Masala Chai A festive blend of robust black tea, golden marigold petals, and warming ginger bits that's perfect for both cozy evenings and lively gatherings. Founder Snigdha Manchanda became India’s first certified Tea Sommelier at a prestigious tea school in Sri Lanka, in 2011. Studying under Japanese tea master Nao Kumekawa, she tasted nearly 100 cups a day, profiled over 2,000 varieties, and walked through tea gardens across borders. With Tea Trunk, her mission is to demystify tea and share its wonders with India’s billions of chai-lovers.  Rs. 499 / TEA TRUNK Rs.999 / TWILLO STORY 03 2027 Desk Calendar An illustrated 2027 desk calendar that's printed on watercolour paper and designed to be sustainable and reusable as postcards and wall art when the year is done. Twillo Story offers a gentle invitation to slow down, create with intention, and stay connected to how you feel through art, words, and paper goods. In founder Rupambika's own words, "After spending more than a decade in the design industry, loving it but always feeling like something is missing I went into introspective mode during the lockdown. I spent a lot of time engaging in creative self-discovery—journaling, painting, crafting and ideating. Creative expression has always been a therapeutic outlet for me and I realised I was happiest when I was engaged in sketching, painting or writing. It was a truly simple way to unwind and get into a flow state. And that’s when the idea of Twillo Story was born." 04 11:11 Matchbox Collectible A functional wooden matchbox collectible inspired by vintage matchbox art that makes for great conversation-starting decor, and the perfect gift for anyone who believes! Made of ivory-finished wood, each matchbox comes with safety matches, a striking surface and dual magnetic closures on both sides. Founded by Sonal Nagwani and Kevin Thomas, Maachis is an art revival project that is reimagining matchboxes as a modern medium of storytelling. They celebrate the intersection of design and culture and aim to give new life to India's forgotten matchbox art in the form of bold, handcrafted pieces. Rs.999 / MAACHIS Rs.599 / RAD LVNG 05 Raat Bloom Fragrance Bar Set An old-school, flame and plug-free artisanal fragrance bar set that works in wardrobes, drawers, and compact washrooms, and makes for a thoughtful hosting gift. Handcrafted from a blend of organic beeswax, soy wax, premium fragrance oils and dried botanicals, these artisanal 'fragrance bars' provide a continuous, slow-diffusing fragrance that keeps clothes smelling fresh in hot and humid weather.