2014 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Homemaker

Abaca fruit tray, P394.75, from Wellworth

Fragrance pouches (set of 10), P494.75, from Wellworth

Bamboo pitcher and 4 glasses set, P874.75, from Wellworth

Bamboo printed tray, P275.80, from Wellworth

Gifts & Graces basket, P850, from Wellworth

Handpainted pasta bowl, P919, from Crate & Barrel

Roscoe bowls in blue, dark grey and orange, P149 each, from Crate & Barrel

Statement plate, P139, from Crate & Barrel

Set of 7 reversible biscuit cutters, P599, from Crate & Barrel

Acrylic wine glasses, P199 each, from Crate & Barrel

Swissmar Sierra meat fondue set cast iron (11 pcs with orange pot), P3,330, available at Gourdo's and Living Well branches

Japan-themed photo frame set, P650, from Wellworth

Lotus Smokeless Grill, available at Rustans Department Stores, Robinsons Handyman, True Value, Robinsons Department Stores, SM Department Stores, and Crossing Department Store

Light and portable, the Lotus Grill is a smokeless grill that generates heat much faster and makes the charcoal work more efficiently while still delivering the smoky taste you get from a regular grill. Now it's possible to grill in a limited space and the chances of food getting burned is less likely to happen. Comes in 6 colors.

The Real Living My First Home Book, a complete guide to buying and decorating your first home, P250, at leading newsstands and bookstores. Visit www.realliving.com.ph for more info

Yummy, Mommy! cookbook, P495, available at National Bookstore & Powerbooks

Yummy, Mommy! is a cookbook created especially for parents who are looking for ways to get their picky kids to eat right. The book’s kid-approved recipes were thoughtfully created with the picky eaters' nutrient needs in mind. With more than 50 easy-to-follow  healthy recipes, armed with practical tips and helpful advice from other moms, this book aims to turn picky eaters into good eaters.