Collection by Allie Weiss

Editor's Picks: Festive Gifts for the Entertainer

For frequent hosts, these accessories will elevate the process of serving drinks and food. Pick up our Editor's Best 2015 special issue, on newsstands now, for hundreds of more product suggestions.

Cast Placemats from abcDNA, $50 at abchome.com

Woven by fishermen's wives in Haiphong Port, Vietnam, these fishing net–inspired textiles add an ethereal feeling to the tabletop.
Cast Placemats from abcDNA, $50 at abchome.com Woven by fishermen's wives in Haiphong Port, Vietnam, these fishing net–inspired textiles add an ethereal feeling to the tabletop.
Engraved Cocktail Muddler from AHeirloom, $30 at aheirloom.com

Add to a cocktail enthusiast's collection with this solid walnut or maple tool that can be engraved with initials for an extra $4.
Engraved Cocktail Muddler from AHeirloom, $30 at aheirloom.com Add to a cocktail enthusiast's collection with this solid walnut or maple tool that can be engraved with initials for an extra $4.
Olive Dish and Spoon by Carnevale Clay, $26 at carpenterhill.com

Having a dinner party? Made by hand in Denver, Colorado, this food-safe stoneware dish helps set the tone of the evening.
Olive Dish and Spoon by Carnevale Clay, $26 at carpenterhill.com Having a dinner party? Made by hand in Denver, Colorado, this food-safe stoneware dish helps set the tone of the evening.
Dahlia Coasters from Chilewich, $18 for a set of six at chilewich.com

With a lace-like pattern made in durable vinyl, these coasters—available in five metallic shades—instantly create a festive tabletop.
Dahlia Coasters from Chilewich, $18 for a set of six at chilewich.com With a lace-like pattern made in durable vinyl, these coasters—available in five metallic shades—instantly create a festive tabletop.
Lup Candle Holder by Shane Schneck for HAY, $45 at store.dwell.com

The gentle loop of this solid-copper candle holder won't block views of the person on the other side of dinner table.
Lup Candle Holder by Shane Schneck for HAY, $45 at store.dwell.com The gentle loop of this solid-copper candle holder won't block views of the person on the other side of dinner table.
EM Press Coffee Maker from Stelton, from $44.95 at steltonusa.com

An update on Erik Magnussen's vacuum jug, designed in 1977, this timeless French press coffee maker makes up to 8 cups, enough to keep your guests happily caffeinated.
EM Press Coffee Maker from Stelton, from $44.95 at steltonusa.com An update on Erik Magnussen's vacuum jug, designed in 1977, this timeless French press coffee maker makes up to 8 cups, enough to keep your guests happily caffeinated.
Cheeseboard Animals from Thing Industries, $140 at thingindustries.com

With this cutting board set, featuring a ceramic goat, sheep, and cow by Helen Levi, identifying cheese types has never been easier—or more adorable.
Cheeseboard Animals from Thing Industries, $140 at thingindustries.com With this cutting board set, featuring a ceramic goat, sheep, and cow by Helen Levi, identifying cheese types has never been easier—or more adorable.
Kaku Plates by Shinichiro Ogata for Wasara, $12 for a set of six at shop.cooperhewitt.org

These beautiful paper plates mean no dishes to wash at the end of the night. Crafted from bamboo and reed pulp in Japan, the dishes are also sensitive to the environment.
Kaku Plates by Shinichiro Ogata for Wasara, $12 for a set of six at shop.cooperhewitt.org These beautiful paper plates mean no dishes to wash at the end of the night. Crafted from bamboo and reed pulp in Japan, the dishes are also sensitive to the environment.
Chiringuito Cocktail Shaker by Ron Arad for Alessi, $204 at store.dwell.com

This classic shaker, with a slim, twisted body that's easy to shake and a vacuum-seal enclosure, is a foolproof choice.
Chiringuito Cocktail Shaker by Ron Arad for Alessi, $204 at store.dwell.com This classic shaker, with a slim, twisted body that's easy to shake and a vacuum-seal enclosure, is a foolproof choice.