Teacher Gift Ideas under $15

 Gift Ideas, Holiday Gifts, Teacher Gifts  463 Responses »
Nov 212011
 

Adjustable Measuring Tools (starting at $8)  “Thanks for making a “measurable” difference in my child’s life!”

Apple Wedger ($13.00) (with apple on top, all tied with a ribbon) “Any way you slice it, you’re a great teacher!”

Bamboo Collection ($4-15.50) “Your classroom is an “island” of learning!” Cutting Board/Bar Board ($9.50) “No matter how you “cut” it …you are a great teacher!”

Creative Cutters ($11.00) “Thank you for your “creative” teaching!”

Easy Opener ($5.00) / Jar Opener($11.00) “Thank you for “opening” up our kids to learning!”

Measure All Cup ($10) (?lled with candy, of course!)  “No matter how you measure it…you’re the best teacher!” or “No one can measure up to you!”

Micro-Cookers ($8.50-11.00) “Here’s for cooking up some holiday cheer!”

Mini-Serving Spatula ($5.50)  “Thank you so much for ‘serving up’ great lessons this year!”

Peelers (citrus, avocado, vegetable, julienne – $1-10.25) You’ve made learning very “a-peeling”

Quikut Paring Knife ($2) – “I’ll make it “quik”, you’re a great teacher!”

Recipe Books ($1-14.75) – “You are a great teacher…you have all the ingredients”or “Hope you cook up some fun over the Holiday break!”

Rubs ($4.50) “I hope this doesn’t “rub” you the wrong way, but we think you are a great teacher!”

Small Stainless Steel Scoop ($14.50) or the Ice Cream Dipper($15):  “Here’s the scoop:  You are a great teacher!”

Small Batter Bowl ($12.00)  “You’ve “bowled” us over with your great teaching!”

Spices & Sauces ($6-12): Hope your Holidays are full of "spice"! or “Be sure to “pour” on the fun this Holiday!”

Spreaders (all purpose, small & large $5.00-9.50)  “Start “spreading” the news…we think you’re great!” “Thanks for “spreading” your knowledge!”

Suds Pump ($11.50):  “You’ve pumped me up for learning!”

Twix-it Clips ($5.50) Thanks for keeping your teaching “fresh”

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How to Set a Table for Thanksgiving

 Entertaining Ideas And Tips, Thanksgiving  18 Responses »
Oct 232011
 

Want to have a Thanksgiving dinner but don't have the formal china?  Don't worry because you can use casual dinnerware as nicely as fine china and still have a nice Thanksgiving Day table setting. Don't broadcast to  guests that it is casual. Instead have a nice table setting where each has their own matching plate set.  What's important is making it look nice and the most important part of Thanksgiving is having friends and family over for dinner. No one will care if you have plastic plates or fine china. Have fun and enjoy your guests.

This is what Jean did on a very limited budget:

  1. The center cupcake tier was constructed with two thrift store vases and plates. She filled the vases with colorful potpourri from the dollar store.
  2. She used mismatched plates from a variety of thrift stores that she gathered over a period of months. However, each place setting matched in color.
  3. Jean purchased the table flowers wholesale at a local wholesale club where she was a member.
  4. On Ebay Jean purchased her flatware at a very discounted price.
  5. Jean didn't feel her handwriting was very nice so she created the place cards on her computer with Avery Tent Cards  using a nice handwriting font.  She decorated them with Thanksgiving stickers she bought online at the Oriental Trading.

Deep Covered Baker – Cranberry

 Easy Recipes  261 Responses »
Oct 212011
 

#1321 Deep Covered Baker-Cranberry $85.00 [wp_cart:1321 Deep Covered Baker Cranberry:price:85.00:end]
In cranberry! Bake a 5-lb. chicken or turkey breast, 4-lb. roast, casseroles and more! Unglazed on the inside for perfect baking, glazed on the outside for perfect presentation. Lid inverts into baker for space-saving storage. 12 1/2″ x 9 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, 12 1/2 cups.

About Stoneware:

Evenly distributes heat and draws moisture away from the surface
Retains heat, so your just-out-of-the-oven foods stay hot longer
Virtually nonporous, so it doesn’t retain oils, odors or flavors
Microwave-, freezer-, and conventional and convection oven-safe

What’s on the menu? No matter — you have the essential cookware for the job with this set in your kitchen. It includes
an 8-qt. Covered Stockpot, 3-qt. Covered Saucepan, 1.5-qt. Covered Saucepan and 10″ Skillet. Stockpot lid fits skillet.

Hard-anodized aluminum reinforced with titanium for superior durability
DuPont™ Autograph® 2 nonstick coating inside and out for effortless cleanup
Flared rims for dripless pouring
Flat bottoms for keeping food and oil from running to edges
Thick bottoms for even heat distribution; thinner sidewalls for faster heat transfer
Riveted stainless and silicone handles with stainless cast hanging loops for a cool, comfortable grip
Tempered glass lids for a clear view while cooking
Oven-safe to 400°F
LIFETIME GUARANTEE

Bamboo Spoon Set

 Easy Recipes  220 Responses »
Oct 212011
 

#1674 Bamboo Spoon Set $10.00 [wp_cart:1674 Bamboo Spoon Set:price:10.00:end]
Harder and more durable than traditional hardwood, these spoons resist staining, cracking and warping, and won’t scratch your cookware or serving bowls. Set of three includes a 12″ oval spoon and 10″ and 12″ round spoons. Dishwasher-safe.

Bamboo is a grass and is actually the fastest growing plant on the planet. This sustainable and renewable resource naturally replenishes itself by constantly sending up new shoots from its root system, so there’s no need for replanting. Plus, bamboo:
Resists staining, cracking and warping.
Won’t scratch stainless and nonstick cookware or serving bowls.
Doesn’t conduct heat.
Doesn’t absorb moisture.
Is harder and more durable than traditional hardwood.

Trifle Bowl

 Easy Recipes  313 Responses »
Oct 212011
 

#2832 Trifle Bowl $39.50 [wp_cart:2832 Trifle Bowl:price:39.50:end]
Great for salads, desserts and centerpieces! Straight glass walls show off your recipes elegantly. A unique, removable stem helps you easily and conveniently transport, refrigerate and store the bowl. Unlike most trifle bowls, ours has a flat bottom that keeps layers from sinking in the center. The generous 15-cup capacity provides extra room to leave decorative borders and toppings untouched when you use the plastic lid. Dishwasher-safe.

Bamboo Grinder Stand Set

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Oct 212011
 

#2195 Bamboo Grinder Stand Set $54.50 [wp_cart:2195 Bamboo Grinder Stand Set:price:54.50:end]
Freshly ground salt and pepper add more flavor to your dishes. The patented ceramic grinders of these durable acrylic mills easily grind salt and peppercorn. Topped with rich bamboo, they give your table a stylish and elegant feel, too. The natural bamboo stand is a beautiful way to display and store the Grinders. Its convenient handle makes it easy to carry from kitchen to table. Set includes Stand and two Grinders. Grinder, 7"; stand, 6" x 4" x 8 1/2". Includes Stand and two Grinders. Save $6 when purchased as a set!

Bamboo is a grass and is actually the fastest growing plant on the planet. This sustainable and renewable resource naturally replenishes itself by constantly sending up new shoots from its root system, so there's no need for replanting. Plus, bamboo:
Resists staining, cracking and warping.
Doesn't conduct heat.
Doesn't absorb moisture.
Is harder and more durable than traditional hardwood.