Welcome to the weekend, my friends! Winter is definitely on its way here in Ohio. It’s been chilly and wet all week and I’m very happy to hear that my Phoenix friends have finally gotten a bit of a heat reprieve as well. I saw so many photos of snow shared from around the US this week and it’s made me impatient for our first snow in Ohio.
GIVEAWAY CLOSED Today, for the fifth week of the 12 Weeks of Christmas Giveaways, I’m giving away a set of my favorite Misen knives! I’ve had my Misen knives ever since their initial Kickstarter over four years ago. I truly love them.
Over the past few years, I’ve gifted these knives to friends and family and converted countless more friends to these knives. They’re comfortable to use, wicked sharp, and they sharpen beautifully over time.
To be entered, leave a comment on THIS BLOG POST telling me how you store your kitchen knives. The winner will be selected on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 11:59pm EST.
Here’s the lucky winner’s comment:
ON THE BLOG this week: If you have a coconut lover in your life, you need these Coconut Lover’s Oatmeal Cookies. This is the chewiest, most coconut filled cookie I have ever tasted. With just a handful of ingredients, a bowl, and a spoon, you can stir these coconut oatmeal cookies together in about three minutes. They are beyond easy to make!
Want a stress-free Thanksgiving dinner? Find out what you can make-ahead and follow the timeline to get it all done on time! I’ve been following this exact plan for several years now and I swear by it. I’m all about planning things out in advance and prepping as much as possible ahead of time.
With all the flavors of pumpkin pie stirred into a creamy bowl of oatmeal, this quick and easy Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal is our favorite fall oatmeal. (P.S. The whipped cream on top is never optional.)
What I’m CRAVING: My friend Lynne’s Pepperoni Bread has been tempting me every single weekend. It’s become a thing with the Lindadudes for football days – don’t ask me how it all works, but apparently you don’t dare break the now established tradition for superstitious reasons. I’m told this bread has magic football game winning powers and every time I see it shared, I want it!
My FAVORITE THING this week is my knife stand. I bought this knife stand when we moved to Ohio and it’s been used daily. I absolutely love it. The knives hang in place, there’s no wear or damage to the blade tips, and it takes up a minimal amount of counter space. If you’re like me, this stand is perfect for an assortment of knife sizes and handle shapes.
What I’m READING: Out to Canaan by Jan Karon. This is the fourth book of the Mitford series and I’m trying not to tear through them too quickly. There was a lot of lighthearted happiness in this book and I found myself grinning often while reading.
I’m starting the fifth Mitford book now and after that, I’ll force myself to read a few books by different authors so that I don’t finish this series too quickly. I’m enjoying every page though. I always feel better after reading about the people I’ve grown to love in Mitford.
What I’m WATCHING: I just finished watching Monk – the whole series from start to end. I’d caught a few episodes over the years, but I’d never watched the whole series. It was awesome. This is a fun family-friendly show that just plain makes me smile.
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more.” – Melody Beattie
Wishing you a beautiful week full of little things that make you smile!
Mary
Tracey Cook says
I store my knives on a magnetic bar hanging on my wall.my porcelain knives in a slotted knife holder for draw.
Cherie says
I designed a pull out knife block drawer in a small left over space between the stove and dishwasher when I renovated my kitchen. The cabinet builder wanted to use the space for spices, but I chose to store my knives here instead. He had never done anything like this before. The space is great! Easy to access and not taking up counter space.
Janna Deskins says
I store my knives in the block they came with, I’ve been needing new knives for a very long time, hoping my name is drawn as the winner! 🙂
Dorothy A. says
I have a wooden block that holds my knives, but I’m trying to get my husband to install a magnet on the wall like I’ve seen the chefs use!
Diana Volk says
I store my kitchen knives in a wooden knife holder, in a drawer in my kitchen. The holder has an individual slot for each knife. It holds my good steak knives as well!
Chris Fields says
I store my kitchen knives in a knife block
Sallie Schaeffer says
I have a knife block on my counter for my most used, ever day knives. I also have a wood knife insert in a drawer for knives use less frequently, i.e. cleaver, boning knife, etc.
Karen D says
Most are in a knife clock with the rest in the cupboard over the kitchen sink
Mary says
I store my knives in a kitchen drawer dedicated to sharp objects. The knives are kept in a wooden knife holder that fits in the drawer to keep them from hitting.
Cynthia Gregory says
I have a magnetic board that I place my knives on. Out of reach of small hands and animals. Each to reach. Spaced apart so knives are not touching, keeps them sharp.
Cynthia Gregory says
I have a magnetic board that I store my knives on. Keeps the apart to stay sharp. Away from small hands and animals.
Pat Conway Crocker says
In-Drawer Bamboo Knife Block Holds 12 Knives (Not Included) Without Pointing Up PLUS a Slot for your Knife Sharpener! Noble home & chef Knife Organizer Made from Quality Moso Bamboo.
This is what I use and it is perfect fit in my knife drawer.
Jeanie says
I hate to admit it but I throw all my knives in a drawer. May be why I don’t have one sharp knife in my kitchen 🙁
Joy Tholen says
I store my knives in a drawer butcher block set up
Gretchen McQuown says
Oh! I would love to get Misen knives! Currently I keep my knives in a traditional wood knife block that sits on my counter. The knife slots are sideways so no chance of dulling them on the wood when inserted or stored.
Cara says
Very carefully! I store my best knives in separate soft cases. Knives are special and needed to be treated as such.
TINA PINHO says
I store my knives in a separate draw just for them. So much easier than putting all the utensils together.
Kathleen says
Hi
I would like to enter the knife contest. Where do we store our knives. Well we bought a very nice set of steak knives about two years ago and actually my husband keeps them tidy and organized in original box with the slots so they stay nice.
Lori says
I store my knives in the block on my countertop.
Cindy Kinney says
Hi Mary. I always handwash my knives, dry them immediately, put them in their sheaves that they came in when I received them, and store them in a drawer. I’ve always believed you must respect your knives and take just a little extra care. If you do that, they will take care of you for years to come.