August 6, 2021
Household Essentials — Looking to set up something convenient and helpful at home? The perfect gift for someone you care about? (Or if it’s a necessity… you get to keep it!)
Household Essentials You Will Love
When’s the last time we had a “household essentials” post? Don’t you get excited about a discovery, something you just have to share? I absolutely love that. (Maybe I need to try and get a job on HSN or an infomercial!)
Seriously, if you’d like to try something new, but you’re not sure, hearing an honest review can give you the information you need to decide.
And if you’re looking for that perfect thing to tuck into a custom gift basket, these items could be a huge help.
Because it has been a long time since I did one of these topics, I will put a little directory below for the other articles in the series, in case you are looking for something not covered here.
But first, these things I just HAVE to tell you about right now!
Household Essentials Grammye Recommends
These are things that I can’t wait to tell you about. Just little goods that serve an amazing purpose (or several). Or things that taste delicious.
I’ll mention them here, then also show you the pictures below.
Almond Butter
The first is something I just discovered, something to eat: Almond Butter by Georgia Grinders. This is the perfect almond butter — no added sugar, perfectly roasted almonds, and a touch of coarse salt that gives a tiny crunch just every once in a while.
If you love nut butters, and you notice when they are better, this is a must-have. And fair warning: It’ll cost you. Almond butter is more expensive than peanut butter. But also more healthy. And more delicious.
Try the honey roasted if you like a little sweetness.
Does your family eat jelly? With kids, it’s always grape or strawberry, right? But grownups sometimes can eat grownup jelly. Like apricot preserves or peach preserves. Something sweet that they won’t steal from you.
Same with cookies. Get them the kid cookies. But get the grownups Tate’s Cookies.
If you’re thinking of a treat or snack basket, tuck these “less usual” things into a basket with a coffee gift card. Put in a mug or insulated tumbler, and maybe a cute dishtowel or fancy napkins.
Spa Basket for A Friend? (Or yourself?)
Why not look at some less common but really nice gifts for a spa basket.
Everybody needs good stuff to put on your skin. This skin lotion is superior to others. It’s worth a try: Cerave. It has been great for baby eczema, adult moisturizing, and hand lotion. Sooo healing, and so mild. It absorbs quickly. It’s light, and fluffy, and fragrance free. It’ll cost you, too. But sometimes you can find coupons online! (They’ve expanded their products over the years with an amazing anti-itch Cerave cream that surpasses any other topical cream. If you were wondering.)
Something else few people seem to know about. It’s a blue foot file that’s made of glass. Dr. Scholl’s Nano Glass Foot File. There is nothing like it. And you don’t have to have a glass foot to use it. 😄 Your feet will be so smooth using this. And it doesn’t look like a metal thing from a toolbox.
And speaking of glass, have you ever tried a glass nail file? They are guaranteed for life. Washable. Effective. They are made with cute designs, and little cases to keep them in. People are always surprised to find out there is such a thing.
When you put your basket together, try these items, plus a little candle, maybe a tiny plant, and one of those spa headbands to use when washing your face. Maybe a fluffy white hand towel, and a little book.
Gift baskets can seem so…standard. When someone receives a gift basket that’s unique, they’re happy. Maybe even delighted.
About The Links: When you click, you should see exactly what I described. I try to keep all my product links updated, but sometimes the seller changes the choices. If an item I use and recommend gets discontinued, I try to find the absolute best alternative, the one I would buy. Every recommendation I make is intended to help you, not to frustrate you. If you need to let me know something’s not working with my suggestions, I’m as close as my contact page.😉
I hope you’re finding these brief household essentials product reviews helpful! I’ve got some more detailed product reviews coming up soon.
I wouldn’t have known about these if someone hadn’t purchased them or pointed them out!
Hey, if you’re reading these lists and yawning, it’s okay. Maybe they aren’t what you need right now. But think about your gift stash! Sometimes those random items would make great baby gifts or wedding gifts. Or teacher gifts. Or …you gifts. Just sayin.
Check out the other topics in the series:
Household Essentials for July (KID STUFF)
Household Essentials that Rock (STORAGE STUFF)
Household Essentials For Fall (UPKEEP & UTILITY)
Household Essentials for August (HOME OFFICE EDITION)
Household Essentials (CLEAR STORAGE SOLUTIONS)
Essential Best Household Items (GIFTS AND NECESSITIES) what you’re reading now
In November 2020 the Fall issue of Household Essentials, there was a link to “50 Amazingly Clever Cheat Sheets To Simplify Home Decorating Projects.”
This list remains one of my favorite resources ever. You’ll see why when you look at it. E-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g explained!
Everybody has their “go-to” essential items. What are yours? And how do you pass along what you know to others?
Check out the tips and products in the articles above, and let me know if you have more! And be sure to check out the “50 things” list. It is so comprehensive!
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