Month: September 2022

Guest Picks: Sweet Supplies for a Milk and Cookies Party

I do a lot of baking and impromptu little gatherings during summer time, and that which goes down better than a freshly baked warm cookies with icy-cold glasses of milk on a winter afternoon? I have gathered all of my favorite things together so you can be completely prepared for a milk and cookies party whenever the occasion calls for you. — Sasha from Lemonade Makin’ Mama

Bake It Pretty

Little Glass Milk Bottles – $49.50

I love these replicas of milk bottles. I use my set all the time for after-school snacks or birthday parties, and they even grow to be the occasional bud vases. They are the ideal glassware for servings of milk.

Sweet Lulu

BioPak Takeout Boxes – $7

These boxes are perfect for packaging up take-home gifts following the party or jazzy additional goodies in fashion.

Cost Plus World Market

‘Made With Love’ Cookie Stamp – $3.99

I love the idea of a cookie stamp. It’s easy, sweet and to the point.

Sweet Lulu

Melamine Tableware – $7

My favorite thing about small gatherings is having the ability to pull fun dishes and serving items out of the cabinets and make a festive atmosphere. These sweet and colorful dishes will provide you an immediate party and the ideal service for milk and cookies.

Amazon

Fred and Friends LetterPressed Type-Style Cookie Cutter/Stamps – $18

I love these little cookie bites. Stamp your name or key messages on the cookies, and they will be a big hit.

Sweet Lulu

Striped Paper Straws Gray – $4

Every cookies and milk party needs a few striped straws for milk sipping (especially if you’re using those adorable glass milk bottles). They instantly set a enjoyable tone — even for grown-ups.

Cost Plus World Market

Let Them Eat Cookies Canister – $14.99

I really do believe this may be the perfect cookie jar. I really like the scalloped lid, pink enamel and lighthearted quote.

Sweet Lulu

Melamine Sundae Spoons, Garden Party – $12

Every now and then you would like to serve cookies alongside a little scoop of ice cream. These long, brightly colored spoons are great for getting to the corners of the bowl and scooping out every last fall.

Williams-Sonoma Home

KitchenAid(R) Artisan Stand Mixer, Ice Blue | Williams Sonoma – $349.95

You can not bake cookies without the appropriate gear, and this KitchenAid mixer in ice blue leaves the job enjoyable.

Amazon

Le Parfait French Wide-Mouth Glass Canning Jar With Gasket and Lid, 35-Ounce – $19.99

These glass jars mimic antique French canning jars, and they are lovely containers for items such as sugar, bread, and other necessary cookie-baking ingredients. Additionally, they are cute enough to show.

Studiopatro

Only Dots Tea Towel, Raspberry – $24

Something about polka dots makes me think of sugar cookies, sprinkles, pink icing, chocolate-smeared smiles and happy moments. I’d love to believe this towel ignites all of those things.

Williams-Sonoma

Nordic Ware Detailed Decorating Pen – $14.95

I believe it’s wonderful how the appropriate tools may make light of a job, and this piping bag is no exception. Having an easy-squeeze handle, this may even be used by youngsters.

Williams-Sonoma

Goldtouch Nonstick 3-Piece Cookie Bakeware Set – $39.96

These lovely covered baking sheets (and also the cooling rack) are all you need for equally baked goodness.

West Elm

Fox Cookie Jar – $39

This foxy small cookie jar has been stuffed up. I love the way the tail curls around the front.

Studiopatro

Kiddot Apron, Mineral – $36

Do not forget about small aprons for miniature helpers! I really like the contrasting colors and dotty design with this one.

Williams-Sonoma

Dipped Glaze Mixing Bowl – $39.95

I love the two-toned colors of the mixing bowl. It’s both useful and trendy. Every one comes stamped with a pottery number too.

Macy’s

Martha Stewart Collection Baking Silpat – $13.99

This is actually the unbeatable nonstick surface for all baked products.

Alder & Co..

French Taper Rolling Pin – $40

I have a profound affection for classic rolling pins, although fresh, this tapered rolling pin looks like an aged product. It would make for a pretty display from the kitchen.

Alder & Co..

Handmade Measuring Spoons – $35

I like the different tones of wood used for these carved measuring spoons.

Huset

Asplund Cookie Tray – $175

This is a superb way to exhibit a couple of distinct kinds of cookies.

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Guest Picks: A Tidy Roundup of Cleaning Supplies

Cleaning does not always have to look so dirty. I’m fond of keeping things clean (and green) at the most attractive way possible. This ideabook is a group of the funniest approaches to assist in keeping the spaces around you neat and tidy. — Jennifer from I Art U

West Elm

Goodbye Detergent Cleaning Scrubs – $6.95

I love these cleaning scrubs for many reasons: They are made from sustainable materials (think peach pits and corn cores), are attractive and do not smell after time. Additionally, they work well, and I can say this from experience.

Crate&Barrel

Nellie’s Oxygen Brightener – $9.95

I really like Nellie’s vintage-like packaging, and who does not need oxygen brighteners for your wash? Better yet, it is all natural!

West Elm

Bamboo Laundry Hamper, Single – $39

I have always been attracted to wood and linen hampers, and this is no exception. It is beautifully designed and won’t stick out like a sore thumb in the restroom.

West Elm

Swedish Dream Sea Salt Soap – $6

This soap smells like it seems. I have been seeing it at a lot of shops recently, and I think it would be great for a guest toilet.

West Elm

Bamboo Ironing Board – $79.95

I really like the wooden legs on this ironing board and would not mind watching this out and about in the house.

West Elm

Brendan Ravenhill Dustbin – $149

This is genius! Never lose your broom again. The magnetic birch wood brush hangs firmly on its own beautiful bin, and also the top detaches to be a pan for sweeping dust up. It is like art.

Urban Outfitters

Clean/Dirty Bath Mat – $24

Which are you? Hopefully clean once you come out of the shower. This fun and chic mat could make anybody (stepping into a bath) grin.

Anthropologie

Barr-Co. Actual Vegetable Hand Soap – $24

Pretty hand soap is perfect for a guest toilet.

West Elm

Dust Pan, Big – $34

This simple and gorgeous dustpan would look good in almost any cleaning cupboard (or placing around your home). Need I say more?

Contemporary Kitchen Trash Cans – $99.99

This is the right shape of a garbage can for conserving space in the kitchen. Simplehuman trash cans are my favorites because of their design.

Pot + Pantry

Common Good Dish Soap, Bergamot – $4.99

Simple and well-designed cleaning goods always produce the kitchen more glowing. Do yourself a favor and try this one out. You won’t regret it.

Pot + Pantry

Common Great 25-Hour Candle, Lavender – $14

Candles are my own weakness. I love all Common Good’s goods, and their candles are some of my favorites. They are small in size but incredibly blossom with all-natural essential oils. I’d keep one of these in every room of my house if I could.

West Elm

Dustpan + Broom Set – $129

I’d really like to see this gorgeous dustpan and broom set hanging out on screen. A major plus is that you don’t have to strain your spine while sweeping.

Bloomingdale’s

Dyson DC24 Multi Floor Vacuum – $449.99

A Dyson was on my wish list because forever. I’d really like to have one, as I’ve heard nothing but good things about these. They are high quality and have good design. Someday.

Crate&Barrel

Woven Green and White Laundry Basket – $39.95

Do your laundry in style. Practical and pretty, this hamper is my favorite.

West Elm

Common Good Linen Water Spray – $18.95

This Common Good sage leaf linen water was made in collaboration with West Elm’s fresh sector. It is made from essential oils and plant-based materials and can be biodegradable. The scent might even ease stress for a good night’s rest.

Crate&Barrel

Nellie’s Dryerballs – $19.95

Reduce your impact on the environment by shifting out your dryer sheets for drier balls. Again, Nellie’s had me in their packaging.

Etsy

All Purpose 12 oz. Lemon & Mint from Haven Clean – $8.95

Handmade mint and lemon all-purpose cleaner is excellent for all areas, particularly the kitchen and bathroom. I love using all-natural cleaning goods in the house: They smell good and so are better for your environment.

Ten Thousand Villages

Stash It Storage Basket – $49

This could be perfect for loose items which are are constantly out but could be hidden when not in need: toys, dirty clothes, cleaning supplies, etc..

Bed Bath & Beyond

Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Aromatherapeutic Geranium Laundry Cleaning Products – $7.99

Mrs. Meyer’s products are definite go-tos in my household. Sweet smelling and environmentally friendly, they’re a must in my book.

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