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Wire baskets, trivets and lids

Yorkiebeebs — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 02:26:56 GMT

I spent all day cleaning after a very dusty construction job. A big part of it was washing all of the temptations sets that I (and I have many). One of the things I noticed was this huge pile of wire baskets and another huge pile of plastic lids. What do you do with all of these in your house. I am so out of space and I'm thinking of getting rid of the wire baskets at least. They are so pretty but so impractical to store unless you have only a few things. I'm just wondering how others deal with this before I make any quick decisions.

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MikafromTopeka — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 02:35:09 GMT

I find the wire baskets to be an obstacle in my life too. Most of my Temptations sit on higher shelves and I'm always having to be careful not to catch on those baskets and pull everything down. I'll throw mine out if you will!

I use the plastic lids as covers all the time though.

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Yorkiebeebs — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 04:25:26 GMT

I think I'm giving my wire baskets to the Goodwill and I will keep the covers. I thought maybe just a couple of each size and give the others away.

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Pickwickpapers — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 05:14:11 GMT

I have more than a few sets of Temptations AND the covers, wire baskets & trivets. I very rarely use any of the accessories. One of my sets came with a insulated carry case that I have used some. I would prefer that the Temptation pieces DID NOT come with the accessories. Who has the space and the bakeware is pretty enough without the baskets, trivets and the covers which are a hassle. I have used a wire basket once or twice for bread or cookies but would rather have a reduced price on just the bakeware.

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MikafromTopeka — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 05:18:29 GMT

On 4/12/2014 Yorkiebeebs said: I think I'm giving my wire baskets to the Goodwill and I will keep the covers. I thought maybe just a couple of each size and give the others away.

I don't know what Goodwill would do with those baskets. If they're useless with the Temptation ware then they'd be even more useless without....wouldn't they? Maybe someone could make crafty decor out of them or something with silk flowers I suppose.

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Mominohio — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 00:23:07 GMT

For those of you thinking of throwing out your baskets, please do donate them to Goodwill or any similar charity. I worked for years in this field, and they will be able to put them in their stores for sale to support their programs.

I have about a bazillion sets of TT, and the baskets do get out of hand very quickly, and I think, even though they are smaller, the trivets are even more annoying. I have my baskets hung on peg board in the basement by size, because I hate to get rid of them. I think the pieces look higher end and more finished if they are presented in the basket, but I can't keep them in the kitchen because of space, and often don't take the time to use them. I want to keep them in case I would sell them or give them away, it would make a better presentation.

I have the plastic lids stored in laundry baskets filed by size and shape, because I do use them, but I have many repeats in size, so I just keep one of each size in the kitchen for everyday use.

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debic — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 16:26:02 GMT

I wish I had room to store them like that. I like the looks of them, but they don't stack well for storing. Mine are in a big pile in the basement.

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gkelly — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 12:09:37 GMT

On 4/12/2014 kaybee said:
On 4/12/2014 Yorkiebeebs said: I think I'm giving my wire baskets to the Goodwill and I will keep the covers. I thought maybe just a couple of each size and give the others away.

I don't know what Goodwill would do with those baskets. If they're useless with the Temptation ware then they'd be even more useless without....wouldn't they? Maybe someone could make crafty decor out of them or something with silk flowers I suppose.

I agree kaybee, giving them to Goodwill would be a waste, IMO, I have many sizes and use them for different ways like putting fruit in them on the table, when having a get together I put a cloth napkin in a several of them & put my silverware in them, one for spoons, one for forks,etc. I do use mine almost all the time. I have an extra bedroom that I use as a storage room & have my extra baskets/trivets/covers stored in the closet on shelves.

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Mominohio — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 14:52:38 GMT

On 4/19/2014 gkelly5744 said:
On 4/12/2014 kaybee said:
On 4/12/2014 Yorkiebeebs said: I think I'm giving my wire baskets to the Goodwill and I will keep the covers. I thought maybe just a couple of each size and give the others away.

I don't know what Goodwill would do with those baskets. If they're useless with the Temptation ware then they'd be even more useless without....wouldn't they? Maybe someone could make crafty decor out of them or something with silk flowers I suppose.

I agree kaybee, giving them to Goodwill would be a waste, IMO, I have many sizes and use them for different ways like putting fruit in them on the table, when having a get together I put a cloth napkin in a several of them & put my silverware in them, one for spoons, one for forks,etc. I do use mine almost all the time. I have an extra bedroom that I use as a storage room & have my extra baskets/trivets/covers stored in the closet on shelves.

It is obvious that you don't understand the purpose of a Goodwill or thrift store. In the first place, as long as an item is in good, clean, usable condition, a good thrift store will be glad to have it to make money to support their mission.

Second, you don't understand the thrift store shopper. Many people planning functions like weddings, banquets, or craft projects scour the stores looking for items to use as parts of centerpieces, or to turn into decor objects and even garden art. Someone in these categories would pounce on a pile of nice TT carriers that would be offered up.

Just because you can't always see the function in something doesn't mean others who have a gift of thinking outside the box don't have great ideas for what others consider useless. Many things purchased in thrift stores are not purchased with their original use in mind.

I'd encourage anyone not liking any parts of their TT sets to donate them to a local thrift store. What is a WASTE is throwing away good things that others can use. Even crazed or cracked stoneware can be broken and used to make backsplashes (someone once posted this on FB, and it was stunning) and mosaic art.

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Daysdee — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 15:27:06 GMT

I agree about donating the baskets. I think people would buy them for use with buffets, to put fruit out on the counter, maybe decorative soaps or other items in a bathroom, etc.

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rat2e — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 15:40:12 GMT

I have not tried this but it would be an easy craft project. You could arrange the baskets on a wall and hang them. Then print out pictures to fit inside the baskets. Use the baskets as picture frames for fun pictures or children's art work that you can change out. That way you could take the basket down and use it with TT too.

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debic — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 16:16:00 GMT

I don't think there'd be a limit to what crafty people could do with them.

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brii — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 16:24:47 GMT

Those wire baskets were the one thing that stopped by from buying any Temptations. They just would accumulate, and I have no desire to store things like that.

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Saturnsvu — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 19:23:02 GMT

You know that cabinet over the refrigerator that you never use? I kept out one round, one 9x13 and one oval wire basket and put the rest in that cabinet. That way if I ever need it, I still have it but they aren't taking up valuable shelf space.

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Azcowgirl — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 19:50:29 GMT

I have just one set, so mine are ok to store in the cupboard with the bakeware pieces sitting in their wire baskets, but there wouldn't be room for any more, so I will not be buying any more.

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gkelly — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 22:17:16 GMT

On 4/19/2014 rat2e said:
I have not tried this but it would be an easy craft project. You could arrange the baskets on a wall and hang them. Then print out pictures to fit inside the baskets. Use the baskets as picture frames for fun pictures or children's art work that you can change out. That way you could take the basket down and use it with TT too.

That s a great use of the baskets!! Never thought about using them for picture frames!! I really enjoy reading the different ways posters thinks ""outside the box"" for their TT!

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stilltamn8r — Sat, 19 Apr 2014 22:53:59 GMT

Or.. you could zip tie them together and make a sculpture for the yard!

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millieshops — Sun, 20 Apr 2014 17:00:27 GMT

Having been through several downsizings now, I'm getting better at picking and choosing, so I'd keep only the trivets and baskets I really use. The rest, I'd send off to goodwill because there are people who find creative uses for so many items I want to toss!

The other thing I've discovered as I've moved to smaller and smaller spaces is that there are no trivets and baskets and lids if I don't let myself buy new sets of dishes and bowls. I know they're fun to have, but I'm learning to get more satisfaction from actually using what I already own.

I'm making a side dish for tonight in a round casserole from a set that's at least 8 years old. It's a stripe pattern that I've never seen again since the year I bought it.

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Mominohio — Sun, 20 Apr 2014 22:11:01 GMT

On 4/20/2014 millieshops said:
Having been through several downsizings now, I'm getting better at picking and choosing, so I'd keep only the trivets and baskets I really use. The rest, I'd send off to goodwill because there are people who find creative uses for so many items I want to toss!

The other thing I've discovered as I've moved to smaller and smaller spaces is that there are no trivets and baskets and lids if I don't let myself buy new sets of dishes and bowls. I know they're fun to have, but I'm learning to get more satisfaction from actually using what I already own.

I'm making a side dish for tonight in a round casserole from a set that's at least 8 years old. It's a stripe pattern that I've never seen again since the year I bought it.

Your post was quite timely. As I prepared the holiday dinner last night and this morning, I got out and used some pieces I hadn't used in quite some time. I have accumulated way more cookware in general than any three kitchens need, but I enjoy the collecting and the using.

I am having such a good time setting tables that mix TT, with thrift store solid plates, thrift store TT placemats (that were brand new in the packaging) and vintage linens I acquired second hand as well.

I set this magnificent table and buffet today with such a wonderfully complimenting mix of old and new, and had a great time using things I'd had awhile. I, too, got such satisfaction out of using things I had for awhile today, more that even buying something new to add to the collection.

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fingerlakesny — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 20:24:51 GMT

I love the baskets and the lids. I don't have to use trivets on my countertops. The lids are easy to snap on and I don't have to worry about plastic and tin foil going into the landfill.