what’s the proper food gift etiquette?
Nearly every time my mom offers to bring a dish to a party, she plans to leave the serving piece with the host. On her way home from picking up ingredients at the grocery store, she’ll stop at the discount store and pick up a cheap (but cute) plate to give as a hostess gift along with the prepared food. I am under the impression that the food item should be gift enough, but I do appreciate her tradition of adding a little extra something. It does make for a nicer presentation than packing everything in tupperware or disposable containers. Plus, it avoids any awkwardness inherent in asking the hostess to clean off your plate so you can take it back home. I’m curious to hear your opinion. What is the best way to bring food to a party? –Erica P.
Mary T. knows all about bringing food to a party — in that photo is one of the two Buche de Noel cakes she made for holiday parties last year. (And no, she didn’t leave the plate.) Click here to see how easy it is to make.
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give your eggs some feet
I rarely eat soft-boiled eggs. I like over-easy, I often hard-boil, and I love a good scramble. Why, then, do I always have serious egg-cup lust? I think they’re probably one of the most unnecessary yet appealing kitchen items. This set from Williams-Sonoma is no exception. The little wire feet would add a touch of whimsy to my breakfast plate. The design is so simple, I’m thinking I might even be able to steal this idea and craft my own set. If they come out as cute as these, I may give some away as holiday gifts! –Erica P.
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holidays, blogs and money: what's your take?
A friend sent me an article on the recent boom in online coupon use. I haven’t gone out of my way to find coupons, but we are spending less on the holidays this year. Which brings me to a jumble of questions: How are you approaching the holidays, spending-wise? If you’re cutting back, have you been affected by the economy directly (a job loss, a pay cut) or is it simply because you feel it’s wise to be prudent? And that being said, what’s your take on design and decor blogs when things are looking, well, a little grim? I mean, it’s not as if anyone here at Shelterrific is going to be purchasing $70,000 tables, downturn or no downturn, but are you visiting your favorite blogs these days hoping for useful tips on stretching your decor dollar, or looking for a little escapism? No matter what your answer, we’re always glad you’re here! –Mary T.
Image of savvy coupon shopper Tavon Ferguson via The New York Times
holidays, blogs and money: what’s your take?
A friend sent me an article on the recent boom in online coupon use. I haven’t gone out of my way to find coupons, but we are spending less on the holidays this year. Which brings me to a jumble of questions: How are you approaching the holidays, spending-wise? If you’re cutting back, have you been affected by the economy directly (a job loss, a pay cut) or is it simply because you feel it’s wise to be prudent? And that being said, what’s your take on design and decor blogs when things are looking, well, a little grim? I mean, it’s not as if anyone here at Shelterrific is going to be purchasing $70,000 tables, downturn or no downturn, but are you visiting your favorite blogs these days hoping for useful tips on stretching your decor dollar, or looking for a little escapism? No matter what your answer, we’re always glad you’re here! –Mary T.
Image of savvy coupon shopper Tavon Ferguson via The New York Times
gift idea: have fun with your speakers
Got a music lover on your holiday gift list? What about a friend who goes gaga over the latest gadgets? If so, you’ll have to check out the new universal speaker kit from YOROZU Audio. For just $51, you can turn just about anything into speakers for your iPod. The device comes with a cool looking “milk carton” as one option, but don’t stop there. Got an old shoebox? A Pringles can? The possibilities are endless! –Erica P.
Via Happy Mundane
