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WDYT of this gift?
http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/elevate-kitchen-utensils
Basically, it's a set of 6 kitchen utensils that have a little stand built-in so the heads don't touch the counter, eliminating the need for a spoon rest. I think they are super awesome, though maybe not $40 awesome. If they were cheaper, I would buy them for myself.
Jeff's brother is moving in with his gf and needs home stuff. Like, EVERYTHING. We have a bunch of used stuff that we are giving him, but I don't feel like that really constitutes a 'gift' so I wanted to get them something new. I know I could get them a practical gift, but I thought it might be nice to get them something that is both useful and cute, and even though it's a little on the pricey side, that's kind of what makes it a nice gift (since it's something they wouldn't buy themselves).
However, since they are just starting out and need stuff, would it be better to just spend the $40 on a GC or other stuff (i.e. stretch the money farther, so they get more items they need?). They're already getting plates, bowls, mugs, mixing bowls, a liquid measuring cup, a knife set, loaf pans, a slow-cooker, and a cheese grater with built-in measuring cup from us, if that helps.
If you don't think I should get them, what do you recommend? I was thinking of utensils (but more of them) and a holder, and measuring cups and spoons, maybe.
Re: WDYT of this gift?
Usually I don't have very 'drippy' foods, so the issue is where it actually touches the counter. But I see what you mean. Hmm.
For me its going to be quantity vs. quality. While it would be helpful to not need a spoon rest, I cook all of the time and I want the my utensils to be the best quality I can get for a decent price. The $2-5 ones from Walmart just weren't cutting it for me.We registered for the Calphalon ones from BB&B and I had a lot of people ask me why in the world I wanted a $10 spatula. Well, because last year I bought 3 $5 ones and went through them all.
So if you don't think they're going to cook all of the time, then I'd say its probably worth it because $5 a utensil isn't a bad price for the heat resistance temperature those say they can stand up to.
Married / The Cookaholic Wife
LTB - I'm the same way with utensils. People kept buying us $3 sets of wooden spoons as housewarming gifts and wishing-well gifts at the shower, and they would actually splinter after a month or so. I know a few people judged some of the items on our registry (like I' a snob for wanting an expensive spatula) but I don't think they understand that it's not about being snobby, it's about needing something that freaking works.