I have the luck to work near a Crate and Barrel, which I have often hit up for gifts. I think for the quality and look of what you're getting, it's a relatively good bargain. They also cater to a wide array of needs and tastes. And did I mention that it's 2 blocks away from where I work?
Anyways, here are some things I've noticed in the store or have given as gifts myself in past years and why I think they're great gifts:
It's a candelabra that looks like a branch. How pretty is this on a table with white candles? They look like piles of snow on a branch. It's larger than I thought it would be in real life, but I would definitely consider getting this for a parent or even as a housewarming gift.
Way back in the day, on the once decent then horrible sitcom That 70's Show, the protagonist's mother had the line "they should call fondue fundue... because it's fun!" I'm pretty sure she was supposed to be stoned during this scene, but that's neither here nor there. I've actually given a fondue set to my friend Danielle a few Christmases ago as a gift, because she likes chocolate, snacking, and entertaining. I gave her with it some nice chocolates to make fondue with, and possibly a cheese. This set is not electronic, so it's not too expensive and also a nice intro to the world of melted sauces.
I've given this gift as a wedding gift once. Crate and Barrel makes nice frames, and I like the variety of picture sizes for this one. I gave the frame and the offer to purchase any wedding prints they want. As of today, the couple still hasn't decided which pictures they want, but they are very excited to decide and see the frame up in their house. Black and white frames are classy and go with all decors. I could also see getting this for a friend or family member, and printing out pictures of a trip or over the years. Erin's gotten her share of C&B frames from me over the years, especially when she moved into her boyfriend's house.There'll be more gift guides as the weeks progress!
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If I give away fondue set, they might think that it came right off from my kitchen cabinet, lol! I love throwing fondue parties and I have collected quite a lot of fondue sets already. I guess, my friends wouldn't have a problem thinking what to get me this coming holidays, lol! Oh well, what can I do, I'm a certified fondue fanatic! You give me a call now, and 30 minutes later, a fondue snack or dinner will be waiting for you :) I love entertaining people and I love eating. I don't like complications and I don't like over-preparations. So, fondue it is for me!
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