sought-after ! Longaberger 2004 Hostess Appreciation Basket, Lid, Protector and 2 Liners

This basket is heated brown stained and the splints are all in exquisite vintage condition ~ no splits, chips or cracks. The liners are in the Sweetheart Floral Bouquet and Paprika patterns and are in beautiful condition. The protector and lid are also in great condition. The brass tag is still covered in the protective plastic. It measures 6.25” x 3” x 4”H.
Displayed, not used and then stored, smoke-on the house.

The Hostess Appreciation Baskets were available only to hostesses ~ the requirement for eligibility being hostessing two parties, usually one in the last quarter of one year and the second in the first quarter of the text year. They varied ~ a few had lids, some had liners and some only came with protectors.