If you have been following my blog, you know that I love anything paper, pen, wax, embosser, and stationery. I also love Crane and Company. My first stationery, my first resume paper and envelopes, and my business stationery and cards were Crane paper.
Below are just a few of my favorite items, and I think these and other Crane products would make great gifts this holiday season. ENJOY!
Cranberry Sealing Wax - 3 pack The old world's first security system - if the seal on your letter was broken when you received it, you knew you had a spy!
Today's sealing wax is easy to use and just as romantic. No more matches and globby messes on your envelope - these keen wax sticks are used in a glue gun - how simple. You'll want to put seals on everything!
Comes with 3 sticks of wax Approximately 8 - 15 seals per stick depending on size of seal
Also, don't forget to view my gift guides at the end of the post. Also, everything in my ETSY shop is 20% off with coupon code CHRISTMAS20 through Christmas day!
There is nothing fancy about this post, but I hope that it will help those shopping for themselves or others. I love to cook, and I consider myself a very advanced cook. Below are what I consider to be the basic cooking tools in a kitchen. Add other utensils and bakeware as needed. I hope this helps. Happy Shopping!
This is the best coffee pot EVER! I think you may have heard me rave about mine! No compromise.
Fat Daddios Springform Pans Fat Daddio’s anodized pans offer superior baking performance, even heat distribution, improved safety and durability. The 18-gauge anodized aluminum is also non-reactive with acidic and dairy ingredients.
This is the mixer I use, and I could not live without it. There is no comparison in quality and time involved. This is the medium priced Kitchenaid, and I love it! There are optional attachments that are time saving and lessens the work load.
KitchenAid Stand Mixer Professional-quality stand mixer features a powerful 575-watt motor with heavy-duty 10-speed slide control transmission for speeds ranging from a very fast whip to a very slow stir. With a 6-qt. metal mixing bowl, mixer easily handles double batches of heavy dough. Enhanced electronic sensor maintains precise speed regardless of load. PowerKnead spiral dough hook replicates hand-kneading to handle 20% more dough than previous models. Durable direct-drive, all-steel gear transmission delivers high-performance mixing action every time. Commercial-style motor protection ensures motor longevity.Includes recipe book, flat beater, dough hook, professional wire whip and 2-piece dual-purpose pouring shield. One-year warranty. 16½"x 11¼" x 14½". 30 lbs. Assembled with pride in Greenville, Ohio.
This is the food processor that I have use for 15 years. For chopping, slicing, shredding, and combining, there is nothing like it.
Cuisinart Elite Die Cast 12-Cup Food Processor The best food processor we’ve tested—remarkable new design makes it easier than ever to chop, slice, blend, shred and knead. Landmark innovations include locking lid with rubber seal for splatter-free liquid processing, two nesting bowls with spouts and locking blades that won’t slip when pouring. Ten-year motor warranty, 3-year limited warranty. All parts dishwasher safe; wipe base clean. 12-cup capacity.
These are the saucepans I use. I love stainless steel, and these pans are heavy enough and professional enough for any dish. It does make a difference. If you can't afford the set, start out with a medium size saucepan.
All Clad Stainless Steel Saucepans All-Clad’s classic saucepans deliver delicious results, whether you’re making soups or sauces, boiling pasta or potatoes, or simply reheating leftovers. Designed with high, straight sides and a smaller surface area, these pans hold heat well and limit evaporation. With a variety of sizes to choose from, you can easily make everything from delicate sauces to hearty one-pot meals. All-Clad’s revolutionary three-ply bonded design features a thick aluminum core for even, efficient heat distribution, sandwiched between durable layers of stainless steel. Pans feature sturdy solid-cast handles permanently secured with high-yield-strength stainless-steel rivets. Tight-fitting lids hold in moisture as you cook and keep food hot till you’re ready to serve. Please note: The 1-qt. size is available through website or catalog only. 3-qt.and 4-qt. sizes include assist handles for safe and easy transport. Manufacturer: All-CladIncludes: Saucepan and lidMaterial: Stainless steel and aluminumCare: Dishwasher safeAvailable sizes: 1 qt., 2 qt., 3 qt., and 4 qt.Warranty: Limited lifetime warrantyMade in the USAFEATURESPerfect for making soups or sauces, boiling pasta or potatoes, or simply reheating leftoversMagnetic stainless steel exterior is compatible with all oven and stovetop heat sources, including inductionOven safe up to 500°FThree-ply bonded design heats quickly and evenlyPans hold heat well and limit evaporationTight-fitting lids seal in moisture and flavorErgonomic, stay-cool handles enable safe and easy transport18/10 stainless-steel won’t react with foodsInner aluminum core eliminates hot spotsShop All-Clad >
All-Clad d5 Brushed Stainless Steel Saute Pans The inventor of bonded cookware delivers this generation’s cookware breakthrough. All-Clad Stainless with d5 technology maintains the classic style of the original stainless collection while introducing superlative performance and ergonomic enhancements.This revolutionary cookware offers unprecedented evenness of heat for uniform browning. Newly designed ergonomic handles improve stability, comfort, and handling control. Plus, a new flared rim ensures dripless pouring.All-Clad’s sturdy, durable saute pans feature large surface areas and tall, straight sides that hold in juices, prevent splattering, and allow for easy turning with a spatula. Ideal for a wide range of foods including chicken breasts and fish fillets, these saute pans offer the convenience of browning or searing, then deglazing or finishing in liquid—all in one pan. Tight-fitting lids lock in moisture and heat to thoroughly finish meats on the stovetop or in the oven.Forgiving enough to enable aspiring home cooks to produce consistently outstanding results, this saute pan’s advanced engineering and craftsmanship meet the stringent requirements of the world’s most demanding professional chefs.Manufacturer: All-CladMaterial: Stainless steel and aluminumCare: Dishwasher safeCapacity: 2 qt., 3 qt., or 6 qt.Warranty: Limited lifetime warrantyMade in the USAFEATURESAll-Clad’s most technically superior cookwareInduction optimized, compatible with all other cooktops, and oven safe to 500°F20% more even heating than traditional bonded cookware5 bonded layers from the base right up to the rim optimize the cooking experienced5 bonded construction eliminates hot spots, prevents warping, and ensures induction optimization18/10 stainless interior will not react with foodUnique, patented stainless core for unparalleled stabilityEnhanced handle design for greater comfort and controlHandles attached with stainless rivets for added durabilityPan size is etched on bottom for easy reference Shop All-Clad >
This is the best knife for average cost and my first knife. I use it everyday. You may also want to buy a sharpener. I prefer Shun or Global knives, but they are more expensive.
Wusthof Classic Chefs Knife with Bonus Paring Knife An ideal starter set of two essentials that make a great gift—set includes a 3½" paring knife and 8" chef’s knife. Manufacturer: WusthofIncludes: Paring knife and chef’s knifeMaterial: High-carbon steelCare: Hand wash with warm water and a little detergent; rinse careful and dry with a towelDimensions: 3½" blade and 8" bladeWarranty: Lifetime warrantyMade in GermanyFEATURES:Wusthof Classic knives are precision-forged from a single piece of steelErgonomic handle design developed in consultation with professional chefsFull bolster/finger guard for safety and protectionLaser-controlled-and-tested cutting edge
This is a great small toaster oven. There are more expensive and larger ovens, but for warming and toasting, this is a great oven.
Breville Mini Smart Oven The Breville Mini Smart Oven moves heat to where it’s needed, when it’s needed, to save you time and money. Manufactuer: BrevilleIncludes: Oven, crumb tray and enamel baking panCare: Removable crumb tray; wipe exterior clean with damp clothDimensions: 15¼ lbs.; 8¾" h x 15½" l x 14" wCapacity: .45 cubic feetMaterial: Powder-coated-steel housing and nonstick interiorWarranty: 1-year warrantyMade in China FEATURES:Innovative Element IQ™ technologyFour quartz heating elementsFunction dial with 8 pre-set cooking functionsFrozen foodsTemperature conversionTime/slicesTemperature/darknessThree rack positionsFits 11" pizza or four slices of bread “A Bit More” function for additional timePull-out crumb tray10" l x 10" w enamel baking pan1800 watts
FOR SMALLER BUDGETS OR NEEDS
Also, don't forget to view my gift guides at the end of the post. Also, everything in my ETSY shop is 20% off with coupon code CHRISTMAS20 through Christmas day!
I can't imagine a world without tartan, and I especially love this gorgeous plaid during the holidays! Christmas and tartan go together at my house.
Also, don't forget to view my gift guides at the end of the post. Also, everything in my ETSY shop is 20% off with coupon code CHRISTMAS20 through Christmas day!
After spending years in the world of finance, I decided to follow my true passion—curating a life where southern elegance meets southern heritage. That led me to create Splendid Sass, a haven for gathering and sharing my love for design, art and cooking, and TG Hatfield Company, where I embroider fine heirloom linens that will garner hospitality for generations. From the exquisite linens that set the table, to the food that is shared with family & friends, to the warm & cozy room that invites guests, join me as I share the things that inspire me and help create a truly elegant life.
"When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, "I used everything you gave me". Erma Bombeck
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