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[ we believe ]
‘tis the season to....
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celebrate
give thanks
laugh a lot
indulge a little
give peace a chance
garnish your loved ones!
IN SEPTEMBER WE CELEBRATED MY FATHER’S 70TH BIRTHDAY. (I’M GETTING OLD!!)
The month was also packed to the brim with sports, back to school activities and settling into
the post-summer groove. Needless to say, it’s a busy time here. I know you can relate!
When my dad’s big day was less than a week away, I had yet to put together a gift. I wasn’t at a
total loss, though. I knew what I wanted to do. As the days approached my head was swimming
with ideas. Folding laundry would bring one bit of an idea; loading the dishwasher another.
And then walking the aisles of my craft store brought the final inspiration and sealed the deal.
You see, my dad was going to be in the South on his special day with his brother and some
great friends. But the rest of our family would not be there to celebrate. So why not bring us
to him. Heaven forbid I pop a picture in a frame and send it on its merry way. I mean, I had a
brainwave! And when one hits (and let’s be honest, it ain’t that often!) you’ve got to go with it.
It was going to be a hectic couple of days to get my project done in time to overnight ship but
I guess that’s the way it goes when you wait until the last minute. I thought about abandoning
the project and just sending a picture frame but come on, where’s the fun in that?
WHERE AM I GOING WITH ALL THIS YOU ASK AND WHAT IN THE WORLD DOES IT
HAVE TO DO WITH OUR GARNISH WORKBOOK? Let me tell you a little something about
that birthday gift I created. Yes, it took a little time. Yes, the dust bunnies nibbled a couple of
extra days on my floors. Yes, I put the power of my dishwasher detergent to test from neglected
dishes. But here’s the thing. He loved the surprise gift. Everyone at the party thought it was
great fun having the rest of his family there. And I had a deliriously beyond giddy time putting
it all together. It was far from perfect and let’s just say you could definitely tell it was homemade.
I was laughing at myself for laughing at my creation. I know, I know, what can I say?
I live on the corner of giddy and geek!
OK. So Picasso
I’m not. But a gift
from the heart touches
hearts, every time!
And who doesn’t
love heads on sticks?
AND THIS IS MY POINT. THE HOLIDAYS DON’T NEED TO BE PERFECT. THEY JUST NEED
TO BE JOYFUL. Don’t approach the season with a Pinterest obsession and resulting massive
to-do list (hello... major buzz-kill!). Instead, try to focus on savoring all the little moments that
remind you just what makes this life so wonderful. That’s my goal this year!
And that’s the idea behind your Garnish Workbook. Little ideas with big impact. And of course
Garnish has everything you need to get it done with ease and grace. From taking home
leftovers in style to treating everyone on your nice list, our Workbook will help you breeze
through the holiday season...and beyond. Because you know we think the everyday
is just as deserving of a little Garnish as the holidays!
HAVE FUN WITH IT. Enjoy the simplicity of Garnish. Enjoy the beauty of giving. And take it
from one DIY-er to another... it’s okay if you don’t have the exact same font found in one of
our inspiration shots. It’s okay if your strong suit is not label making. If you’re not a baker, you
can still Garnish. Trust me, whatever you create is going to be its own world of fantastic and
because you enjoyed putting together, it’s going to make an even better gift.
I have the pleasure of working with Michelle at A Girl Named Fred and stylist / photographer
Catherine Choquette to put this Workbook together. If left to my own devices, my ideas might be
a little more along the lines of heads on sticks. But you know what? Heads on sticks are awesome.
And your ideas will be, too. When adding a little Garnish, there is no perfect...just perfectly you.
All the best to you and yours this holiday season, and into 2013. We’ll see you right back here
in the Spring with the next issue of Garnish!
PS. In the spirit of easy, we’ve hyper-
Suzanne
linked our products, external links and
recipes in blue. Just click and go!
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garnish workbook • 2012
[ we’ve got ]
a little something
for the hostess
because...
she takes
the cake!
IF YOUR SEASONAL CALENDAR IS ANYTHING LIKE OURS, IT’S PACKED TO THE
RAFTERS WITH SOCIAL EVENTS! And if your mother is anything like ours (and ours is
wonderful!), she taught you never to arrive at someone else’s party empty handed. Here you’ll
find some simple ideas for putting together a Garnished hostess gift that’s sure to make anyone
feel pampered. And in this busy season, let’s face it... a little pampering goes a long way!
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Help your hostess indulge
her inner chocoholic with
this simply delicious (but
deliciously simple) treat!
NO MATTER HOW OFTEN WE SAY THAT WE BELIEVE THE BEST GARNISHES ARE THE
SIMPLEST, EASIEST, MOST LICKETY-SPLIT GARNISHES... NO ONE EVER BELIEVES US.
Well, we say the proof is in the pudding... or the chocolate lava cake, as the case may be. You
can put this Garnish together in no time flat. So whip up a few and it can be your go-to gift.
And your hostess will lick the spoon clean!
What I’ll need:
getting
inspired
by this
easy-as-pie
Garnish!
FROM THE GROCER
FROM THE CRAFT SHOP
FROM GARNISH
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must stop making
lists at the coffee
shop! but not willing
to give up the
pumpkin spice latte!
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ready-to-microwave mini
kraft paper
lava cake (this one from
(maybe try out
Betty Crocker is great)
Paper Source)
caramel or butterscotch
one cupcake bag
with insert
•
one wood spoon
•
one baking cup
or fruit sauce (love these
•
one small squeeze bottle
sauces from Smuckers)
•
red & white bakery twine
•
print template
The game plan:
1.
Pop the cake mix bag out of the package and into the baking cup.
2.
Fill the squeeze bottle with special sauce.
3.
Slip the insert in the cupcake bag, and put the baking cup
(with cake mix) and squeeze bottle (with sauce) inside.
* if you’re substituting
treats, we’ve given you a
blank template to write up
your own instructions!
4.
Tie up the bag with some twine.
5.
Run the printable* through the printer, and cut the slits where indicated.
6.
Insert the wood spoon, tape the label to the bag, and get ready to Garnish!
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because...
it’s the
morning
after the
night before.
Make it your own!
This is what we
packed for our
friend, but you
could swap out
anything here for
some of your
hostess’s favorite
treats.... how
about mini-donuts?
A fruit cup?
Maybe some
greek yogurt?
OK, we’re
hungry now!
Sometimes the best Garnish
is the one that offers a little
TLC. This quick and tasty
breakfast-to-go is just the
ticket for a busy hostess.
BETWEEN STRESSING OVER THE TURKEY AND FRETTING OVER THE STUFFING,
THE LAST THING ON YOUR HOSTESS’S MIND IS NEXT MORNING’S BREAKFAST.
This Garnish will encourage her to take a moment for herself and bask in the glow of a
successful celebration. After all, breakfast is the most important meal of the day!
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
1.
Prep my labels on kraft paper... about 8.5" x 2" is the right size.
2.
Empty the instant cereal into the soup container and pop on the lid.
3.
Fill the plastic bottle with juice and screw on the lid.
FROM THE GROCER
FROM THE CRAFT SHOP
FROM GARNISH
4.
Pop some granola into the glassine bag and staple it shut.
•
•
kraft paper (try out
•
one squat gable box
5.
Use some bakery twine to tie a teabag to the granola.
Paper Source)
ready-to-microwave hot
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one soup container with lid
6.
Place the mini bagels in the cellophane bag and secure with twine.
great instant oatmeals)
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one plastic bottle with lid
7.
Everything goes in the squat gable box. Add the label, and tie the handle with a final twist of twine.
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fruit juice
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one glassine bag
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mini bagels
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one cellophane bag
•
granola for crunch
•
stamped wooden cutlery
Piece o’ cake!
•
tea
(we used Bon Appetit!)
Yep, it really is that easy to add some Garnish to anyone’s
brown & white
day! Looking for more hostess gift ideas? Check out these
cereal (Quaker makes
•
bakery twine
garnish workbook • 2012
greatest hits (tagged hostess gift) from the Garnish blog.
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[ we’ve got ]
because...
they’re little
sweeties.
a little something
for the kids
AAAHHH.... THE HOLIDAYS. FOR MANY OF US, ALL IT TAKES IS THE MENTION OF
“FAMIILY THANKSGIVING” AND IN OUR MIND’S EYE WE SEE... THE KIDS’ TABLE!
Remember the kids’ table? When we were growing up, we were relegated to our grandparents’
coffee table, and got to indulge in mini glasses of ginger ale (oh, the luxury!). But that was
about the extent of the kids’ table festivities. Today, we think the experience can benefit from
a little Garnish. After all, you’re only young once!
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1 1/2 C powdered suga
r
1 C butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 teaspoon almond ex
tract
1 egg
1 1/2 cups all purpose
flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cream of tart
ar
granulated sugar
USE MOM’S
SUGAR COOKIE
RECIPE!
Preheat oven to 375.
Mix powdered sugar,
butter, vanilla, almond
extract and egg. St
ir in remaining ingred
ients
(except granulated su
gar). Cover and refrig
erate
3 hours.
Divide dough in halve
s and roll each half
to about
1/4 inch thick. Cut int
o shapes with cookie
cutters
& sprinkle with granula
ted sugar. Place on
lightlygreased cookie sheet
and bake until edges
are
light brown (7-8 min
utes).
Keep the kids occupied with
this DIY dessert. A tasty
treat that’s fun, too! You’ll
be the most popular adult
in the room!
OF COURSE, COOKIES ARE A HIT WITH KIDS OF ALL AGES, BUT DIY COOKIES ARE AN
EXTRA-SPECIAL HIT WITH THE YOUNGER CROWD. Time this Garnish perfectly, and the
adults will be able to enjoy a leisurely dessert—and even your coffee!—without kiddie interruptions.
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM THE GROCER
FROM GARNISH
•
ingredients for your
(per kit)
favorite sugar cookie
•
one kraft paper tray
recipe (or feel free to use
•
one sheet of caramel
1.
Color the icing by mixing
in the food coloring and
•
one of each color.
2.
Fill the mini plastic cups
waxed tissue paper
with decorating supplies
store bought sugar cookie
•
two plastic cups with lids
and pop the lids on.
sprinkles, ready-to-spread
•
three small squeeze bottle
icing & decorating supplies
•
one medium cello bag
food coloring
•
red & white bakery twine
ours) OR your favorite
•
then fill the bottles with
3.
Fill the cello bag with
cookies and tie on some
twine.
4.
Line the tray with the
waxed paper and arrange
Make it your own!
the supplies (so easy!).
We used sugar cookies for our Garnish, but this
would be just as good with gingerbread men! You
could even mix custom icing colors for each kit.
(But only if you’re feeling extra crafty!)
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garnish workbook • 2012
because...
they’re
feeling
crafty.
This one’s simple.
When in doubt,
make ‘em laugh.
because...the joke’s on them.
We always say Garnish
products are a blank canvas
for your imagination.
This idea celebrates that
to the fullest!
LET’S FACE IT, WITH ALL THE STRESSES OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON, LAUGHTER CAN AT
TIMES BE IN SHORT SUPPLY. Garnish the kiddos with a little comic relief and you’ll be rewarded
with enough smiles and giggles to remind everyone that laughter is the best medicine.
WE HAVE NEVER MET A KID WHO WOULD TURN HIS OR HER NOSE UP AT A CRAYON,
OR A MARKER, OR A COLORING SHEET. This is great news for you! Pack up a few craft
supplies and you’ve got hours of entertainment at the kids’s table. Satisfaction guaranteed!
The game plan:
What I’ll need:
FROM THE DOLLAR STORE
FROM THE CRAFT SHOP
1.
Source kid-friendly jokes,
riddles and tongue twisters
What I’ll need:
FROM THE CRAFT SHOP
The game plan:
FROM GARNISH
1.
Use the template to
•
plastic straw glasses
•
silly putty
•
small bouncy balls
•
toy kaleidescope
•
kraft paper (try out
Paper Source)
mini packs of crayons
(per kit)
•
mini packs of markers
•
one white lunch bag
•
coloring sheets
•
print template
•
white drawing paper
•
fun stickers
the printer.
2.
Pack the bags with
(per kit)
•
one white rectangle box
paper and cut out (about
8" x 3" should be the
right size).
them up.
3.
4.
Print each set of jokes and
tongue twisters on kraft
the supplies and close
Set one bag at each kid’s
spot at the table.
(Maybe hit the dollar bin?)
per kit.
3.
(skip the noise makers!)
Choose four jokes and four
riddes or tongue twisters
FROM GARNISH
print the lunch bags on
•
from the Internet.
2.
Make it your own!
Um... I think that’s it!
4.
outs to the lid of the box.
5.
Kids love to laugh. Just about any fun
toys from the dollar bin will do the trick!
You could swap out the plastic straw glasses
Tape or glue the the print
Fill each box with the
goodies and close it up.
6.
Set one box at each kid’s
spot at the table.
those funny moustache/nose glasses, if you like.
garnish workbook • 2012
garnish workbook • 2012
[ we’ve got ]
a little something
for your “nice” list.
YOU KNOW WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT MAKING A NICE LIST? (WE DON’T MAKE NAUGHTY
LISTS. WE PREFER TO LOOK ON THE BRIGHT SIDE OF LIFE.) It gives us a chance to take
stock of all the folks who bring a little sunshine to our day. The people who make our lives a
little easier. We’ve all got them in our lives, and this time of year is the perfect time to add
a little Garnish to their day for a change.
THIS YEAR’S
LIST...
because....
they could
use a little
pick me up.
A sweet treat in the
middle of the day just
for being awesome?
Sign us up!
finally get
to use
the simple
chic
inspiration
of this pin!
eacher
Melissa’s t
son)
(Mrs. Jame
the salon
Maggie @
amara @
Karlen & T
ve them!)
daycare (lo
mailman
Love this confetti!
Could be great in those
glassine bags....
ho delivers
Jonathon w
the papers
ROUND ABOUT THIS TIME OF YEAR, MOST OF US ARE GOING-GOING-GOING AT A
BREAKNECK PACE. Give the folks on your nice list a reason to stop and smell the roses...
or munch on a cookie (a little more seasonally-appropriate!). They’ll get to to catch their
breath, and that’s pretty much priceless during this busy season.
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM THE GROCER
1.
Finalize my list!
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ool bus driv
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c
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Melis
ucks
the Starb
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drive-thru
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2.
Line each container with a sheet of paper.
ingredients for my
3.
Pop 2 (or 3?) cookies inside and close lid.
favorite cookies OR
4.
Maybe use a round label to add a sweet sentiment on the lid?
really great store-bought
5.
Put the treats in the car and hand them out on my daily travels.
cookies (large size)
Make it your own!
FROM GARNISH
We spread a little cookie cheer, but if the folks on
(per cookie pack)
your nice list don’t havea sweet tooth, you’ve still
•
one plastic container
got options! Smoked almonds? Festive trail mix?
•
FDA waxed paper
Maybe even some savory crackers!
garnish workbook • 2012
SOMETHING
FOR EVERYONE!
because...
they love
a surprise.
It is a truth universally
acknowledged that good
things come in small
packages!
GIFT CARDS ARE SUCH A GREAT INVENTION. YOU SET THE BUDGET AND THEY
CHOOSE EXACTLY WHAT THEY WANT. But handing over a plastic card lacks a certain
festive spirit. Why not pop them in gable boxes Garnished by you? Let the festivities begin!
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM THE SHOPS
1.
•
gift cards
FROM THE CRAFT STORE
2.
Prep ribbon: cut a 3”
scissors (or leave them
length, tie a knot in the
plain!).
middle, and cut a “v” on
5.
Cut out the card inserts.
each end with scissors.
6.
Place gift card in
Prep card inserts: run the
gable box.
•
cute ribbon
Garnish printable through
•
white card stock
the printer or write my
insert and pop it in a
own greetings using the
glassine bag and attach
blank template.
the bag to the box with
Attach ribbon to gable
double sided tape.
FROM GARNISH
3.
glue (or double sided
one small white or kraft
one small glassine bag
•
one card insert printable
Make it your own!
tape).
gable box
•
Select approproate card
boxes with a dot of hot
(per kit)
•
7.
4.
Trim edges of glassine
We had a blast coming up with seasonal
bags with pinking scissors,
card inserts for you. But we’ve given you
or other decorative
a blank template, too. Just like all our Garnish
products, it’s ready for your own personal touch.
garnish workbook • 2012
garnish workbook • 2012
because...
they love
snail mail.
A berry box packed with
old-fashioned paper delights
will tickle anyone’s fancy.
WHO SAYS CRAFT KITS ARE JUST FOR KIDS? We think this Garnish is like a craft box
for grown ups... grown ups who love all things stationery and paper. Wait, that sounds just like
us! (P.S. This makes a great teacher’s gift... they’re always on the hunt for fun stationery for
their notes home.)
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM THE CARD SHOP
1.
•
note cards
2.
•
greeting cards
•
note paper
Arrange the items in the
berry box.
FROM THE CRAFT STORE
Gift!
because....
they always
rise to the
occasion.
Here’s a Garnish that keeps
on giving... a sweet loaf
holds the promise of several
days of tasty treats!
SOMETHING ABOUT THE SWEET SMELL OF GINGERBREAD JUST MAKES US GIDDY.
Share your love of sweet loaves (banana bread? equally tasty!) with those folks who are
always there when you need them. And you can bake ‘em right in our loaf pans. Which
means half your Garnish is already done!
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM THE GROCER
1.
Print my labels (use this template from Avery).
2.
If I’m baking, bake up a batch of sweet loaves right in
•
What? Too simple?
If you must make it more complex, you could
•
gift tags
add some ribbon or twine to the berry box. You
•
fun pencils
could line the box with some of our waxed paper.
ready-made sweet loaves
or ingredients to make
3.
If I’m not baking, place my store-bought loavs into the loaf pans.
my own
4.
Place the filled loaf pan into the cello bag and tie up with twine.
5.
Place a label on each bag .
FROM GARNISH
If this is a gift for a teacher, have your kids add
FROM GARNISH
the Garnish loaf pans (so, so easy!).
some custom artwork with paint pens or Sharpies!
(per loaf pack)
(But simple is good, too!)
Make it your own!
•
one loaf pan
(per kit)
•
one large cello bag
Contessa. But you could just as easily use a good
•
one quart size rectangle
•
about 3 ft of bakery twine
quality store-bought loaf and Garnish it to your
berry box
•
one round kraft label
heart’s content!
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We love this gingerbread recipe from The Barefoot
garnish workbook • 2012
you could do this...
[ we’ve got ]
a little
this or that.
DO YOU KNOW WHEN WE HAD OUR “AHA” MOMENT? WHEN WE SAW HOW THE
BAREFOOT CONTESSA (A.K.A INA GARTEN) PACKAGED UP LEFTOVERS FOR HER
GUESTS TO TAKE HOME. She didn’t put them in Tupperware. She didn’t use plastic baggies.
She used deli containers. We were delighted, and a business was born! That “this or that”
philosophy is what drives Garnish. It only takes a moment to turn the ordinary (OK, our
scalloped potatoes are a little more than ordinary... they’re delicious!) into the extraordinary.
And we think celebrating those moments is part of what makes this season so special.
totally using this idea for
all our holiday gatherings!
2 pounds thinly sliced
potatoes (about 4 cu
ps)
3 Tbsp butter or ma
rgarine
3 Tbsp all-purpose flo
ur
1 tsp salt (or to ta
ste)
1/2 tsp pepper (or to
taste)
2 1/2 cups milk
1 small onion, finely ch
opped
1 Tbsp butter or ma
rgarine
BORROW
THIS RECIPE!
Preheat oven to 325.
Heat 3 Tbsps of butt
er in saucepan over low
heat
until melted. Stir in flo
ur, salt and pepper. Co
ok over
low heat, stirring const
antly, until mixture is
smooth
and bubbly. Remove fr
om heat, stir in milk.
Heat
to boiling, stirring con
stantly. Boil and stir
1 minute.
Arrange potatoes in
2-quart greased ca
sserole in
3 layers, topping each
with 1/3 of the onions
and
sauce Dot with 1 Tb
sp butter. Cover and
bake
40 minutes. Uncover
and continue baking
for 45
minutes or until potat
oes are tender. Let
stand
5 to 10 minuts before
serving.
because....
they love
your scalloped
potatoes.
Or maybe they prefer
your pumpking pie.
Any way you Garnish
it, it’s delicious!
WHO SAYS THE CELEBRATIONS HAVE TO END
WHEN YOUR GUESTS LEAVE? Send them home with a
little of this, and a taste of that, all packaged up Garnish-style.
They’ll thank you when they don’t have to cook tomorrow!
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM GARNISH
1.
Sort out my leftovers... what will pack well?
or you could
do that!
2.
Make a quick list of who gets what.
•
small white bio-paks
3.
Write out my labels. Or print using using this template from Avery.
•
large kraft bio-paks
4.
Pack up food during kitchen clean up and send packs home
•
16 oz deli containers
•
round kraft labels
with guests.
You could also...
Our kraft paper take out bag is the perfect size for
toting home your Garnished leftovers. Tie the handle
up with a bit of twine and you’ve packaged one
of life’s little moments. So, so easy!
garnish workbook • 2012
garnish workbook • 2012
[ we’ve got ]
a little something
for your guests.
IT’S TRUE... ‘TIS BETTER TO GIVE THAN TO RECEIVE. That sentiment holds up year
‘round, but it’s particularly true during this season of thankfulness. So when you welcome
friends and family into your home, why not send them back to their own homes with a little
something to remember you by? It’s an easy way to spread the cheer!
WHAT’S
HAPPENING
@ HOME
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maybe for
the bottom of
the cello bags?
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Thanksgivin
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the 22nd
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SIL and BIL
Chocolate is the universal
language of “you’re awesome”
(at least we think so!)
WE OFTEN HEAR THINGS LIKE “OH, I’D LOVE TO GARNISH, BUT I DON’T BAKE.”
HERE’S A LITTLE SECRET. WE DON’T EITHER. We are the queens of store-bought. (Just
keepin’ it real!) So don’t fret if your chocolates aren’t the hand-dipped confections you saw
on Pinterest. Stock up on Lindors and pack them up with a little Garnish flair. Your guests
will appreciate the thought, and the chocolate will taste delicious!
What I’ll need:
e folks for
ic
f
f
o
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n
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he 8th
dinner on t
(6 people)
Christmas
Drop-in on
e 15 people?)
Eve (mayb
because....
they have
a sweet
tooth.
FROM THE GROCER
The game plan:
FROM THE CRAFT SHOP
1.
Prep my ribbon: pre-cut
“once around the box”
•
chocolates (or other
•
festive ribbon
mini sweet treats)
totally
using
this idea!
FROM GARNISH
(per chocolate pack)
•
one small kraft box
lengths.
2.
Fill the boxes.
3.
Wrap each box and finish
with a simple knot.
Make it your own!
We sent our guests home with chocolates, but you
could choose just about any sweet treat. Peppermints?
Mini candy canes? Candied nuts? All delicious!
garnish workbook • 2012
garnish workbook • 2012
Everything’s cute when it’s mini!
because...
they’re a
chip off the
old block.
We used a mini scoop to form our adorable
(we told you we live on the corner of giddy and
geek!) little dough balls (similar to this one from
Williams Sonoma).
Pint-sized cookie dough
is just the ticket for
beating the winter blahs.
RIGHT, SO JUST WHEN WE SAY WE DON’T BAKE, WE THROW IN A BAKERY-INSPIRED
GARNISH! But you know what’s inside these containers? Store-bought dough. Yep! We
scooped it out into bite-size balls, but it’s still store-bought. And you know what? You don’t
have to tell a soul. We promise you, what they’ll remember is that you made the time to
sweeten their day.
These Joy of Cooking
chocolate chip cookies
are our fave!
Preheat the oven to 375. Grease or
line two cookie sheets.
Whisk together:
What I’ll need:
The game plan:
FROM THE GROCERY STORE
1.
•
Beat in a large bowl until well-blended:
form dough balls. Store in freezer on a cookie sheet.
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
ready-made cookie dough
If making my own dough, prepare dough and use
1/2 cup sugar
OR ingredients for my
mini-scoop to form dough balls. Store in freezer on a c
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
favorite cookies
ookie sheet.
Prep labels: type out baking instructions and run through
Add and beat until well combined:
the printer (using this template from Avery) OR even
1 large egg
easier... hand write labels for thatpersonal touch!
1/4 tsp salt
3.
Pack each container with dough balls and store in freezer.
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
4.
On party day, send guests home with their gifts (maybe
FROM GARNISH
(per gift pack)
one 16 oz. white or kraft
paper bowl with lid
•
1/2 tsp baking soda
If using store-bought dough, use a mini-scoop to
2.
•
1 cup plus 2 Tbs all-purpose flour
add a festive pre-made bow to the lid?).
Stir in the flour mixture until well-blended and smooth. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips. Drop the dough by
one white or kraft
heaping teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart on the cookie sheets. Bake, 1 sheet at a time, until the cookies
oval label
are just slightly colored on top and the edges are brown, about 8 - 10 minutes. Let stand briefly, then
remove to a rack to cool. Makes about 36 cookies.
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because...
they’ve got
your back.
love
this
ent!
sentim
Nothing warms up
a chilly afternoon
like a toasty cuppa!
WHO SAYS DRINK BOXES ARE JUST FOR KIDS? This berry box filled with seasonal bevvies
is the perfect adult treat. Add milk or water, shake, warm in the microwave and they’ve got a
warm bevvie they can tote in their ripple cups as they go about their day.
make at least one really great snow angel...
What I’ll need:
FROM THE GROCERY STORE
enjoy the company of those around you...
•
six ripple cups with lids
•
one large cello bag
8 oz of water in the second
bottle and put on lid.
•
hot cocoa mix
•
6 inches of bakery twine
•
hot cider mix
•
caramel waxed paper
•
2 oval kraft labels
3.
4.
Place labels on bottles,
The game plan:
1.
5.
Attach festive ribbon to
the berry box with a dot or
two of hot glue.
6.
Place ripple cups and lids
(per box)
(using this template from
in cello bag and fasten
•
Avery).
with some twine?
•
and take time to create at least one really great memory.
bottles inside.
Prepare my labels and run
them through the printer
one pint rectangle
berry box
savor the future...
waxed paper, and place the
festive ribbon
FROM GARNISH
Place enough cider mix for
line each berry box with
FROM THE CRAFT STORE
•
In this season of hope...
2.
Place enough cocoa mix
7.
Maybe add some simple
two 8 oz plastic bottles
for 8 oz of milk in the first
drink instructions on a
with lids
bottle and put on lid.
note card?
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garnish workbook • 2012
what’s
in
store
get the garnish
[ boxes ]
OUR (VIRTUAL) SHELVES ARE PACKED WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO
GARNISH THE HOLIDAYS... AND EVERY DAY! White, kraft, clear plastic and
wood... all just waiting for your own personal touch.
the little
white box
3.
[ boxes ]
berry berry
quite contrary
1.
2.
5.
4.
1.
2.
Cross our heart and kiss
our elbows, everything
is better in a box. Those
famous blue ones may
contain diamonds, but
ours contain endless
possibilities.
4.
How does your Garnish
grow? With nostalgia
and fun and sweet berry
boxes, all in a row!
1. square box (white or kraft): 4" x 4" x 4" • $0.70 ea 2. white square box: 6" x 6" x 4" • $0.75 ea 3.
3. kraft rectangle box: 4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5" • $0.75 ea 4. rectangle box (white or kraft): 9" x 4" x 2 3/8"
• $1.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
1. 1.5 quart cardboard berry box with handle: 6.5" x 5.25" x 3" • $1.75 ea 2. pint size wood
berry box: 4.25" x 4.25" x 2.5" • $.60 ea 3. quart size wood berry box: 5.5" x 5.5" x 3" • $0.80 ea 4. quart size rectangle wood berry box: 8.13" x 4.38" x 2.63" • $0.85 ea 5. pint size rectangle
wood berry box: 5.75" x 4" x 2.5" • $0.75 ea Get the Garnish here.
[ boxes ]
happy as
a clam
frankly,
my dear
Rhett Butler may
not have given
a damn but Garnish
sure does! Our gable
boxes bring a touch
of sophistication to
any occasion.
[ boxes ]
1.
These containers are
ideal for packing up
picnic and tailgate
munchies, supplies,
cakes and pies.
2.
4.
1.
2.
3.
1. small cardboard clamshell box: 5.5" x 5.5" x 3” • $1.00 ea 2. large cardboard clamshell box:
9" x 9" x 3" • $2.00 ea Get the Garnish here.
1. large white gable box with window: 9" x 6" x 6" • $2.50 ea 2. large gable box (white or kraft)
9" x 6" x 6" • $2.00 ea 3. squat gable box (white or kraft) 9.5" x 3" x 3" • $1.75 ea 4. small gable box
(white or kraft) 4" x 2.5" x 2.5" • $1.15 ea Get the Garnish here.
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garnish workbook • 2012
[ boxes ]
[ boxes ]
good
to go
1.
2.
Do you love takeout
containers as much as we
do? Maybe it’s the allure
of the yummy delicacies
inside... or maybe it’s just
that takeout means we
don’t have to cook!
3.
hinge
on this
1.
Clearly the success of any
gathering hinges on being
surrounded by good friends,
inviting conversation and
bellies of laughs. It sure
doesn’t hurt, though, to
add a little garnish with
these hinged containers.
2.
1. squat bio pak takeout (white or kraft): 7.75” x 5.5” x 2.5” • $1.10 ea 2. large gable box (white or kraft)
1. round clear container 12 0z: • $0.45 ea 2. square clear hinged container 48 oz 7” x 7” x 3” •
9” x 6” x 6” • $2.00 ea 3. small biopak takeout (white or kraft): 4.375” x 3.5” x 2.5” • $0.70 ea $1.50 ea Get the Garnish here.
Get the Garnish here.
[ boxes ]
[ boxes ]
hip 2b
square
it’s all
so clear
We first learned this
tidbit from Huey Lewis
and the News. Then the
characters of Sesame
Street chimed in with their
two cents. Now it’s our
turn to let you know that it
is oh so hip, to be square.
1.
2.
1. geometric paperboard dish: 2.75” x 2.75” • $0.85 ea 2. geometric paperboard dish: lid
only • $0.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
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You won’t leave much to
the imagination when you
use our clear acetate box.
When you want the beauty
of the contents to shine
through, these are perfect.
1.
2.
1. clear acetate box with tuck top: 4” xv 4” x 4” • $1.25 ea 2. clear acetate box with
tuck top: 3” x 3” x 3” • $0.85 ea Get the Garnish here.
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[ boxes ]
[ serving & storage ]
1.
box
appeal
You don’t need to be a
sommelier to know that a
bottle of wine makes an
excellent gift for any occasion. And you don’t need to
be a toddler to remember
that the packaging
is half the fun!
asian persuasion
fever
2.
4.
Think bamboo and you just
might think of cute pandas.
But in the Garnish world, we
think bamboo and we think
fun, unique and creative pieces
for fabulous moments. This
is a fever you’ll want to catch.
3.
1. large wood paper serving cone: 5” tall x 2.75” diameter • $0.75 ea 2. wood paper cup:
2.25” diameter x 2.25” tall • $0.75 ea 3. wood paper serving cone 3.5” tall x 1.75”
diameter • $0.40 ea 4. wood serving boat 6.5” x 3.25” x 0.75” • $0.80 ea Get the Garnish here.
kraft wine box: 3.55” x 13.5” • $1.10 ea Get the Garnish here.
[ boxes ]
[ serving & storage ]
ibop
chip off
the ol’ block
What could be easier and
more enjoyable than
sharing some of your
favorite music with
friends? Music adds great
background noise to
everyone’s laughter
and conversation.
Mmmm... fish and chips,
lobster rolls, chicken fingers
and fries. What memories
come to mind? Sharing good
meals with good friends? Now
you can bring a little of that
nostalgia home with our
paper chipboard trays.
metal cd case with insert • $2.75 ea Get the Garnish here.
2.
1.
3.
4.
1. kraft paperboard food tray: 7.75” x 6” • $0.45 ea 2. white paperboard french fry
scoop: 3.75” x 5” x 2” • $0.35 ea 3. paper chipboard food tray: 9” x 7” • $0.60 ea 4. white paperboard food tray: 6.5” x 4.5” • $0.40 ea Get the Garnish here.
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garnish workbook • 2012
1.
2.
[ serving & storage ]
[ serving & storage ]
contessa’s
way
look mom,
no dishes
1.
At Garnish we love the
Barefoot Contessa, aka
Ina Garten. She has a knack
for packaging up or wrapping
up all of her yummies
in simple ways, with simple
tools, and making it all look
chic.
1. 32 oz translucent deli container with lid • $0.85 ea 2. 16 oz translucent deli
container with lid • $0.70 ea Get the Garnish here.
2.
1. small kraft loaf mold: 4” x 2” x 2” • $0.75 ea 2. kraft loaf mold: 7” x 3” x 1.75” •
$1.00 ea Get the Garnish here.
[ serving & storage ]
[ serving & storage ]
double dip
no snow
required
Let’s face it, everything
tastes better with a little
dip, and if kids can dip it
they’ll most likely eat it!
Our handy single-serve
containers put an end to
double dipping citations.
1.
3.
2.
1. white nut & party cup: 4 oz • $0.20 ea 2. black oval cup with lid: 1 oz • $0.25 ea 3. white dip cup: 1 oz • $0.10 ea Get the Garnish here.
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Love to bake? Love bringing
a smile to a face with Grandma
Betty’s infamous chocolate
bread? Wonder if you’ll ever
see that dish again? If the
answer is yes then you need
our oven-ready, disposable
paper loaf pans.
The first thing our paper
cone cups will have you
thinking of is sweet crunchy
flavored ice. The next thing
you’ll think of is how much
fun you’ll have using these
in so many different ways.
white paper cone cup: 4 oz • $0.15 ea Get the Garnish here.
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[ serving & storage ]
[ serving & storage ]
2.
no soup
for you
1.
The versatility and look of
these “soup” containers is
amazing. Tote some chicken
noodle soup to help tame
your friend’s sniffles or fill
them with ice cream for your
next sundae party.
2.
1. paper bowl with lid (white or kraft): 16 oz • $1.10 ea 2. paper bowl with lid (white or
kraft): 8 oz • $1.00 ea Get the Garnish here.
1.
[ serving & storage ]
[patty cake
who can make
the sun shine
1.
2.
1. baking cup • $0.40 ea 2. brown lotus cupcake liner • $0.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
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Those jingle bells of summer.
They bring the children
running to the ice cream
truck. Looking for cool relief
on a hot day? No need for
the trucks, Garnish has you
covered!
1. clear mini push pop • $0.90 ea 2. push pop with lid: 4 oz • $1.75 ea
Get the Garnish here.
[ serving & storage ]
Go ahead, bake my day...
or not! Who says baking
cups are just for baking?
Why not fill them with
truffles or cookies or nuts.
Or let them eat quiche!
definitely not
a pushover
Our favorite childhood hero
was the Candyman. How can
you not love someone who
could make the sun shine
while covering it in chocolate?
These tubes are perfect
for stashing your favorite
sweet treats!
clear plastic tube with cap: 1” x 8” • $1.60 ea Get the Garnish here.
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[ bags ]
1.
[ bags ]
let’s
do lunch
1.
Who says a lunch bag is
just for your pb&j?! Now you
can give the phrase “brown
bagging it” a whole new
meaning. Our mini white
and kraft paper bags are
perfect for party favors.
2.
1. lunch size paper bag (white or kraft): 5.25” x 3.5” x 10.75” • $0.25 ea 2. small paper bag
(white or kraft): 3” x 1 7/8” x 6.25” • $0.20 ea Get the Garnish here.
[ bags ]
hello cello
You will welcome our
cellophane bags into your
home with open arms. Add a
stack of cookies or some
chocolate pretzels for a little
gift with flair. There is even
one especially for cupcakes!
2.
4.
1. medium cello gusset bag: 4” x 2.5” x 9.5” • $0.30 ea 2. small cello gusset bag: 3.5”
x 2” x 7.5” • $0.25 ea 3. large cello gusset bag: 5” x 3” x 11.” • $0.35 ea 4. clear gusset bag
with cupcake insert: 4” x 4” x 9” • $0.75 ea Get the Garnish here.
[ bags ]
1.
do me a favor
Like window sheers
delicately shade a window,
our favor bags subtly hide
what is waiting inside. With
several sizes and materials to
choose from you’ll find the
perfect garnish for any
party favor, from note
cards to sweet treats.
3.
2.
3.
6.
2.
oh goodie
5.
4.
1. extra large glassine bag: 5.75” x 8.25” • $0.35 ea 2. kraft flat treat bag: 5” x 7”
• $0.30 ea 3. burlap drawstring favor bag: 4” x 6” • $0.70 ea 4. small glassine bag:
2” x 3.75” • $0.10 5. medium glassine bag: 3.25” x 4.75” • $0.20 ea 6. large glassine bag:
4.75” x 6.75” • $0.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
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“Swag” is Hollywood speak
for gift bags... and you
don’t have to be a celeb to
love them. Have the
birthday boy or girl
decorate the paper take
out bags for each of their
guests. However you use
them, great style is in the bag!
1.
3.
1. lined tie top bag (white or kraft): 4.25” x 2.5” x 9.75” • $0.55 ea 2. paper takeout bag
(white or kraft): 11” x 11” x 5.75” • $0.80 ea 3. clear frosted diecut bag: 5.5” x 3.25” x
8.25” • $0.55 ea Get the Garnish here.
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[ beverages ]
[ beverages ]
coffee
klatch
pack a punch
No longer reserved for the
conference room, these
beverage containers perfectly
combine style and function.
Set up a hot chocolate bar or
beverage center, add some
cups and lids and let your
guests help themselves.
coffee klatch - n: A casual
social gathering for coffee
and conversation. Sounds
like a perfect moment
for a Garnish!
beverage box: 96 oz • $10.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
1. cardboard coffee clutch (white or kraft) • $0.25ea Get the Garnish here.
[ beverages ]
[ beverages ]
now that’s
a cuppa
sippy-do-do-dah
Now you can have the
coffee house experience at
home... without the tonguetwisting lingo! Our simple
cups hold a generous serving
of your favorite hot and cold
thirst-quenchers.
1.
2.
4.
3.
1. white cup: 12 oz • $0.35 ea 2. kraft ripple cup: 12 oz • $0.40 ea 3. mini cup-clear
plastic • $0.65 ea 4. kraft ripple cup: 4 0z • $0.35 ea not pictured 12 oz lid • $0.10 ea 4 oz lid • $0.10 ea mini cup lid • $0.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
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Sippy-de-do-dah,
sippy-de-day
My oh my what a
wonderful way
To add a little sparkle,
to have a little fun
Garnish has the way to
get it all done!
paper straws (available in birch, grey, blue or red stripes on white paper; or blue or red dots
on white paper): 8” • $0.08 ea Get the Garnish here.
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2.
1.
3.
[ beverages ]
[ cutlery ]
time in
a bottle
picky, picky,
picky
These easy-to-use plastic
bottles are ideal for any
kind of liquid, from oils and
sauces to paints and
potions. All of our bottles
are dishwasher safe
(top rack) and BPA free.
If you have picky foods or
picky eaters you’ll want
these food picks. The
knotted ones put the fun in
function and are great for
tall sandwiches. And the
tongs are ideal to keep
things “hands-free”.
1. plastic bottle with cap: 2 oz • $1.30 ea 2. plastic mini milk jug: 32 oz • $4.50 ea
3. plastic bottle with cap: 8 oz • $1.50 ea Get the Garnish here.
1.
2.
1. bamboo tong: 4” • $0.65 ea 2. cocktail fork: 4” • $0.25 ea 3. knotted pick: 4” • $0.25 ea Get the Garnish here.
[ beverages ]
[ cutlery ]
two for
the road
woodn’t you
like to
A picnic. A friend’s house.
The hotel room of your
wedding guests. With all
the possibilities, we’re
wondering what the final
destination will be.
Sometimes we want to blend
in with the crowd. Other
times, we prefer to shout
from the rooftops and make
our presence known.
Or perhaps,all you need is
our disposable wooden
cutlery to make a statement.
kraft cardboard drink carrier: 8” x 3.63” x 10.25” • $1.50 ea Get the Garnish here.
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3.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1. wooden disposable demitasse spoon: 4” • $0.20 ea 2. wooden disposable fork: 6.25”
• $0.25 ea 3. wooden disposable knife: 6.5” • $0.30 ea 4. wooden disposable spoon: 6.5”
• $0.30 ea Get the Garnish here.
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[ cutlery ]
3.
1.
2.
1.
say what?
4.
We’ve garnished your Garnish
with our new line of stamped
cutlery. Fun sayings plus
fun colors are perfect for
any occasion. These are
sold in sets of 10.
[ accessories ]
stick ‘em up
2.
Don’t leave the guesswork
to your guests. No need to
match lipstick marks to
decipher whose cup is
whose. Use our labels to
shed some light on what
is what.
3.
4.
5.
1. stamped wooden spoons (“bon appetit”, “dig in” or “happy birthday” in blue, orange or
grey): 6.25” • $5.00 for 10 2. stamped wooden demitasse spoons (“happy day”, “celebrate” or
“yum” in blue, orange or grey or woodgrain): 4” • $5.00 for 10 3. stamped wooden forks (as
per 6.25” spoons): 6.5” • $5.00 for 10 4. stamped wooden knives (as per 6.25” spoons):
6.5” • $5.00 for 10 Get the Garnish here.
1. scalloped kraft labels: 3” x 2” • $1.25 for sheet of 10 2. oval labels (clear, kraft and
white): 4” x 2” • $1.25 for sheet of 10 3. square labels (clear, kraft and white): 2” x .75” • $1.05
for sheet of 9 4. round labels (clear, kraft and white): 2.5” • $1.25 for sheet of 12 5. arched
labels (clear, kraft and white): 2.25” x 4” • $1.05 for sheet of 6 Get the Garnish here.
[ accessories ]
[ accessories ]
in the nick
of twine
wrap it up
Take a little tissue,
add a little twine, put it all
together and what do you
find? A smile, a gasp, an
embrace, a cheer. It’s all so
simple; it’s all so clear!
This twine is the Garnish
equivalent of the perfect
jeans and crisp white tee
combo. It always looks
great, and it goes with
just about anything!
bakery twine (black & white, blue & white, brown & white, green & white, natural, red &
white) • $0.10 per foot Get the Garnish here.
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1.
2.
4.
3.
fda waxed tissue paper: (olive, caramel, white and red): 12” x 12” • $0.15 per sheet
Get the Garnish here.
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