10 Elegant Things You Own But Probably Never Use PART 2

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Thank you for watching. Do you own any of these elegant things but hardly ever use them? I hope this video encourages you to use your best on a regular basis. Thank you to The Chic Connoisseurs for bringing us today's video. These wonderful ladies are listed and linked in my corresponding blogpost. I hope you will check them out dailyconnoisseur.blogspot.com/2020/06/ten-elegant-things-you-own-but-probably.html With love, Jennifer xx

[@angelp9956]

Yes. I do own many of the things in this series. I enjoy the nudge to use the good things. I don’t want my children to have to go through my things when I die and wonder why they never saw them and how “new” they look.

[@JC-sg6dy]

I have a letter stamp and wax, to seal letters.

[@myrnarenoud3056]

I’m a grandmother now and host most holidays for our two grown children and their families. I ALWAYS set a pretty table with my best china and I have several sets. My little grandchildren are growing up drinking out of crystal glasses! Several times I’ve been told by friends how silly I’m being and why do so much extra work for what??? Not too long ago, one holiday, my son and daughter were visiting about memories of growing up. My daughter said,” one of my favorite memories is how mom sets a fancy table!” My son said,” yes, mine too! It just makes the food so yummy!” I agree.....use your best!

[@karennoske3008]

I love drinking my water and iced tea in my crystal. It sings!

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

I went to a very formal funeral, several years ago. Crystal stemware, silver flatware, bone China and beautiful damask table linens. The post meal hot drinks were served in ceramic carafes, with cups and saucers. The young lady next to me (in her thirties, I was 48 at the time) looked very uncomfortable. I asked if she was ok, did she need any help, and her reply was that she had never used a cup and saucer before and didn't know what to do with it, or the teaspoon. I quietly showed her how to do it, by demonstrating with my own, and smiled broadly at her. My thoughts were 'how terribly sad that this girl had never been in a situation where someone had taken her out to a place where they used teacups.' It broke my heart, but made me realise how incredibly lucky I had been during my life, and what wonderful parents I had, as they saved like mad to take us places.

[@jessieelliott3157]

Great little actresses there :--) my 18yo had 3 of her girlfriends over last night. They cooked dinner together. I thought they'd eat their spaghetti bolognaise while watching a movie, but they sat at the big dining table with the candles lit and chatted happily, then congregated around the fireplace with cups of tea. I was thrilled.

[@paulajohnson7075]

This brought a smile to my face; it is very refreshing to hear. I can just picture the girls having a lovely visit while eating at the candlelit table and sipping tea around the fireplace! They sound mature for their ages.

[@meh5069]

That is so lovely. I’m about tired of tv all together, seriously contemplating getting rid of it! Hopefully one day I’ll have a moment like this with my boys❤️

[@AgnesTanYunFei]

One of my favorite reasons to carry a clean handkerchief with me: I always seem to be in situations when people start crying! Sometimes, handing a handkerchief to someone to wipe their eyes is a perfect way to say what I don't know how to say in words. :)

[@HosCreates]

does one ask for it back or let them keep it ?

[@angelp9956]

Love this series. My mother saved so many of her things. Sadly she died after a long illness having not enjoyed them. It was so sad. She saved dishes, linens, nightgowns and perfumes. I’m embarrassed to tell my age, but rest assured, it’s never to late to hear good advice. Stay classy....it’s refreshing.

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

Saving such-and-such "for best" was such a way of life. I remember getting new, pretty things for my birthday, and my grandmother urging me to save them for a special occasion. And when would that ever come? We lived such an ordinary life and didn't even go to church much (so no "Sunday-going-to-meetin' best"...). I was a growing child, and I wonder if Grandma did not realize that by the time a special occasion might come, I would have outgrown that nice something...

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

This is a very common occurrence. I'm sorry for you mother's passing. You have my condolences.

[@ellen823ful]

My mom in law had a whole bunch of gorgeous scarves under her bed in perfect condition because I think she forgot about them. I pair scarves with my jackets and dresses and use them!

[@wendysherk290]

The King's Daughter o

[@jessieelliott3157]

One of the alternating jobs my two sisters and I had growing up was setting the table each evening. Mum taught us how to set it and then gave us free reign to pretty it up. Candles and flowers, fruit, doilies. Setting the table week was my favourite. Better than doing the dishes or feeding the pets.

[@katrinao8902]

For this months Chic assignment I plan to use my fancy vases for cut flowers. I usually only use them if I’m gifted flowers and use a drinking glass from my garden cuttings. Beautiful flowers deserve beautiful vases. Thanks for the inspiration Jennifer!

[@Drea538]

I was finally able to get to and open up a box of china that I had never seen in my life, that my mother purchased in the 80's, before I was born. I wondered for years what the china even looked like. I kept trying not to have certain expectations; I love florals and more old fashioned and traditional things. But I know my mother has very simple, even plain taste, so I resigned myself to that idea, but I just could not wait to have some nice teacups to use. It turns out my assumption that the set included teacups was wrong, I was so sad to find no teacups! I'm trying to appreciate the beautiful and positive aspects of it, though as it's a serving set, and it's only my mother and I, and we have no dinner table at this time, it's tough to find a use for these pieces. As for the style, it's lovely smooth china, with a simple silver stripe and edges. I'm trying to shake the feeling of "tolerable, but not handsome enough to tempt me" 😂 and praying that I can fall in love with it in the end, as well as use it!

[@meli2726]

I actually added to my list candle stick holders. You’d be amazed how many beautiful items and are in secondhand and thrift stores and for amazing prices! I absolutely have seen crystal glass sets. Already on my list is a nice tea cup and saucer and nice serving platters to replace my old tired plastic bowls. I used to go to thrift stores once a year. I don’t need to spend a fortune to get beautiful things and I don’t need many things in general but I do note what I really want and slowly acquire once I’m sure. A candlelight dinner once a week with my family sounds just beautiful. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@leslieinadress]

I have all of these things and try to use them daily. My momma taught me that because she had an aunt with an attic full of beautiful things that were being saved for good. They were destroyed in a fire without ever being used.

[@MsBackstager]

Even when we had an "indoor" picnic, my uncle insisted on using regular nice plates instead of plastic because the food "tasted better."

[@kristyhancock7873]

We inherited the exact Waterford glasses your parents own. We enjoy using them every Sunday- it is a lovely reminder of the grandparents we love that are no longer with us.

[@joy2bme]

I honestly don’t own any of the things you listed. However, my mother did give me my grandmother’s set of china. My Gma passed away before I was born, but the China is very special to me, because my mom would let me use it when I was a child. Sometimes I used it just for a snack. Many times I pulled it out to host a luncheon for my stuffed animals. The China was a very happy part of my childhood. If it had been treated like nothing more than a museum display it wouldn’t have a place in my heart now.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

That is a sweet memory!

[@marigoldl.m.3672]

I also have my grandmother's china. It is so beautiful, and I adore it. Your memory is so lovely!

[@clearingclutterforclarity1508]

I love the picture of you as a young girl! I’m one who uses perfume daily, getting a whiff of it throughout the day is so nice! Your parents’ crystal is beautiful!!

[@dianeh5770]

I don't own any of these things. Lost everything we had to mold. Because of my health money is scarce. So we live simply and use everything we own. But I love your videos! Thank you!

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

I'm sorry. That's heartbreaking. But I'm glad you're using your best right now.

[@KarenDGobsmacked]

so sorry about the mold problems!!

[@garlicgirl3149]

That is actually what we should be doing....using what we own. What are we saving it for? Hope all is well.

[@meh5069]

Using what you own IS chic! ❤️

[@marguerittetwinkle3624]

I am so sorry to hear that. You can actually find beautiful and elegant things on thrift stores. Some of my best pieces are thrifted.

[@kayemcmullen]

Hi Jennifer I’m new to your channel but have owed “Madame Chic” for a couple of years. I like to reread it for the gentle humour and practical advice. As I’m quite old I’m a handkerchief woman - not for heavy colds but hay fever and tears. My granddaughters prefer using Gran’s Liberty prints over tissues and there’s no issue in the wash, if one is forgotten. I always have them in my pockets or handbags. Pulling out a screwed up tissue just doesn’t compare to a freshly ironed hankie. All the best to you and your family.

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Ah, it's great to hear your perspective on handkerchiefs. Thank you!

[@HosCreates]

what if you do have heavy nasal discharge ? what kind do you suggest?

[@VaishVal81]

"Classy" is the word that pops up in my mind, whenever i see your videos 😊🙏 But your humble attitude beneath your classy approach is evident of course. Loved watching this video 😊

[@HosCreates]

that's the epitome of class is humble and kindness. Real class isn't boastful.

[@evasochocki5209]

My mother had to work when my father left, so we were raised by my British grandmother. She taught us how to set a proper table, always used the nice China, and crocheted the edges of pretty hankies.i still have some of them and just recently bought some new ones. I love it that you have reminded me to use other things that have been put aside. Thank you. I enjoyed this video.

[@sharpfamily4938]

I'm in my early 30s and when I was in my early 20s I found a silk and lace nighty my grandmother used to wear. Nothing felt more luxurious than having a pampering bath and slipping into it. Thanks for reminding me of the simple elegance we often forget in this harsh and fast moving world.

[@hazelmeldrum5860]

I worked in a charity shop the amount of crystal that was donated sometimes overwhelmed us and in order to keep items rotated; it was drastically reduced. It was so sad kept and unused and then undervalued.I found myself buying pieces and using to keep bobby pins soaps etc

[@janiewerner]

Hazel Meldrum same with fine silver pieces. I have an older friend who gave her son and his new wife the treasured family silver. The daughter in law sold it all at a yard sale.

[@anye76]

The Bouquet residence, the lady of the house speaking her Royal Doulton with the hand painted periwinkles 😂🤣😂🤣 that put me in the best mood Jennifer. Great part 2 list👍

[@TheDailyConnoisseur]

Yesssss :) :)

[@chantalt690]

I have a sister with a house with room for a pony haha. Always watched the serie with my parents. Still a great memory and we can still laugh about it. Great ideas thank you

[@maryraftery5583]

anye76 With matching finger bowls! 😂

[@amyreynolds4120]

That reference made me smile- I loved that show.

[@LoriSkees]

I am going to run upstairs, put on some perfume and get out a hankie! Loved your girls’ cameo! 😁

[@greenwillow5404]

I laughed so hard at your photos of the plastic covered furniture!! My grandmother and my aunt always had plastic couch covers too! I had thought that was a practice peculiar to NY , but I see now that that's not the case. I remember when I was introduced to my cousin's lovely fiancee from Chicago, one of the first things she asked me was whether we covered our chairs in plastic too? 😂😂

[@denisearonow4921]

I grew up with a mom who believed in using the best stuff everyday. Also, you don't need to touch the wick with the candle snuffer. Using the snuffer to hover over the wick will stop the oxygen from feeding the flame. I've only learned that a few years ago.

[@HosCreates]

good to know mine is looking waxy and I hesitate to use it

[@denisearonow4921]

@@HosCreates an easy way to remove wax from metal items is to place them in the freezer for a while. The wax becomes brittle and and easily peels/chips off. It probably works with other materials but take care with breakables.

[@HosCreates]

@@denisearonow4921 thank you for that tip 😊 I'll try it

[@elizabethcr67]

I just love these videos!! My MIL passed down Waterford candlesticks and her glassware, and while we actually do use the glassware regularly, I never light the candlesticks, and I should! I am guilty of the perfume, and save my favorite scent for date nights or special occasions. I also am guilty of the specialty bakeware one, too! I also wear the same jewelry daily. Thanks for the inspiration, Jennifer! I’m going to make a point of bringing these things out.

[@laurieh9655]

I was just gifted some beautiful Waterford. I will definitely use it. Thanks

[@karennoske3008]

I have (and use!) a wonderful assortment of vintage, seasonally appropriate hankies. One summer day, a friend and I were having an impromptu al fresco lunch. I whipped out my hankie, used it as a napkin and placemat, then dipped it in a conveniently nearby fountain, wrung it out and used it to tidy up and wash my hands. My companion said "Wow, that thing is really handy!" I said, "Why do you think they call it a "HAND-kerchief?" ;-) I always have one in my purse and wash them in the machine, using them for all sorts of things (including the purpose for which they were made). They function as emergency bandages, hair ties, bandanas, tear-catchers and sudden sneezes when you haven't got a tissue. Just wash them in very hot, soapy water, rinse in very hot water, then spread them flat on a mirror to dry (yep); they'll be smooth and beautiful in no time! Thanks for your lovely videos....they're very inspiring!

[@shereemoon]

Listening while drinking my coffee from my lovely sparrow cup. It reminds me each morning that His eye is on the sparrow and He is watching over me! Thank you for the inspiration!!🌷

[@juliecarns]

Thank you for the uplifting video in the midst of constant negativity. 💕 Except for the candle sniffer, I do use all these items daily. Finding beauty in daily life is essential. I inherited some new handkerchiefs from my father when he passed as my mother kept a stack of brand new ones in his dresser; brings tears to my eyes to think of him again but I love having them in my pocket as the very soft cotton reminds me of his tender heart. Thanks again, Julie 🌷

[@JewelBlueIbanez]

A lot of these things make great wedding gift registry suggestions. It’s nice to have fancy less expensive options other than just dish towels.

[@teresamartins3551]

I own beautiful hand embroidered tablecloths and bed linens. I’ll put them to use various times during the year but not as often as I should. So much work to iron them properly.

[@sherryhudson9075]

The dry cleaners does a wonderful job

[@teresamartins3551]

Sherry, I’ve been tempted many times but they wouldn’t do a good job. I like to iron my hand embroidered linens inside out with a white terry cloth (bath towel) underneath. This process will enhance the embroidery, allowing for the 3 dimensional work to emerge.

[@LHeatherBarrera]

I always use my candle snuffer, or as my kids call it "the candle putter outer" 😆 I remember reading that using a snuffer is part of good candle care as it will help your candles burn more evenly and last longer. I love Mrs. Bouquet, I was thinking of her the other day. We live on 2 acres and I wish I had room for a horse, we do have a small pony and I was thinking, at least we have "room for a pony"!

[@jessieelliott3157]

Haha forgot about the room for a pony line.

[@ginamiller6754]

This is a great video! My youngest daughter who is 23, began setting out our beautiful serving pieces such as our covered cake plate. It was my mother’s & it is now frequently out on the island in our great room. We put sweets on it whether home made or store bought.Our new house is an updated style with a large great room vs formal & casual areas. We moved in 2018 & as we unpacked we found pieces we had not seen in awhile. I am loving your videos. It is reminding me to use beautiful items I already own.

[@LISLOVESTRUTH]

Your production quality has gone up lately. I'm inspired. Thanks for continuing to saturate us in elegance

[@KitchenLady]

As a child, I admired my mother’s having a cloth hanky in her purse at church. As an adult (now 60), I have always used cloth hankies, cloth napkins, & table cloths. My friends love having tea in a cup & saucer here. Gracious living is rewarding in providing a peaceful, joyful, welcoming home.

[@HarrisPilton789]

I bought 2 beautiful water goblets at the thrift store. I keep one at work and one at home. I use them as water glasses during the workday. I also keep a Japanese lusterware tea set at work, and I have several tea sets at home. I drink tea every day. Using my fine china tea sets to prepare and drink the tea is just so pleasant. It’s a little luxury that I’m able to enjoy on a daily basis.

[@lindaleclair8938]

Thank you for another lovely video! I have hand painted wine glasses that I've been using more often. I love the peace your videos provide!

[@MsBackstager]

You don't want family members to "fight" over things after you depart this universe -- so we might as well make great use of them.

[@nancyfelkner9782]

AND your elegant examples of ways to present what we own.

[@lindawilson290]

Loved the cameo appearance by your two daughters!

[@kathyn5337]

We've been using silver, china, crystal and cloth napkins and formal dining room a lot since staying at home. It has been so nice. We try to use everything in our home. We downsized a few years ago and only brought what we loved. We use our nicest things daily. The dining area was the only thing we used rarely until a few months ago.

[@juliegoldbeck6431]

Handkerchiefs are softer on your nose especially if you have a cold. They are also better on the environment as you can wash and reuse.

[@paulajohnson7075]

This was an elegant, fun, and inspiring video, Jennifer. Your daughters were darling; you were entertaining! I like this dress on you! It is a good color and a nice style on you. :) I use a lot of my elegant items, but you prompted me to pull out some of my hankies that I have collected from antique stores and to begin using them. When we buy take-out and bring it home, I always "re plate" it to one of my nice dishes. :) To me, food and drinks all taste better on/in glass. Thank you!

[@ficklekitty2169]

I love handkerchiefs! I keep them in my purse, especially in summer. If it's very hot and I begin to perspire, I can use a handkerchief in lieu of a paper towel or tissue that may leave dust or remnants on my skin or clothing. After I use one, I just drop it into a little pouch (you can use a Ziploc bag) that I keep in my purse. When I get home, I put the soiled cloths in the laundry or soak them in the bathroom sink.

[@ConstantCompanion]

I got one! Chanel Number 5 is my absolute all-time favorite. I wear it almost every day. That and Magie Noire know I when I can find it.

[@amberp5207]

Since the pandemic, I’ve been enjoying the little things at home. I’ve been drinking my good wine out of my crystal wine glasses. I’ve been burning my candles and using my fancy soap. Thank u for the tips

[@lisa-qd6bh]

I love this series! I have definitely been trying to use what I have and it brings me moments of cheer. The one time I used handkerchiefs was when my daughter was a toddler with a bad cold. Her nose was so raw and sensitive from blowing it so much- in desperation I turned to my grandmother’s hankies and they did the trick! They were so much gentler on her tiny nose.

[@homemakingwithdenise]

Hi Jennifer, I have good china and crystal that I rarely use. I have a lot of other pretty plates that I am now using though. It just makes sense to use them. I will create some occasions to use these more. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

As for the candle snuffers: What can and does happen is, the hot wax may splatter over your nice tablecloth. And that wax is a bother to get out, especially colored wax on white table cloth. My very enthusiastic candle blower son fell in love with the candle snuffer and thinks it's great. :-) (we use a special candle devotional for Lenten -and for Advent, if I remember early enough)

[@LorenaHill]

I went to a yard sale yesterday. got a candle snuffer for 25 cents!!! I would have never noticed or picked it up if it weren't for watching this video the day before! as always ty for this video!

[@Human_folly]

Merci beaucoup ! Thank you for this reminder to seek beauty in the small things.

[@alexandraeverafter1015]

Thank you for another lovely video. I love wearing my elegant jewelry when I go out; it makes me look out together. We broke out our Waterford crystal glasses for our Easter and Mother’s Day dinners. What a treat! As a child, I enjoyed hanging out in our formal room. We didn’t use it just for Christmas; our piano was also there, and I practiced the clarinet in the room and imagined I had a concert. It was my happy place when I read and still remember perusing toys in the Sears Christmas catalog in the room and hoping the toys would eventually make their way under our tree. Speaking of candlesticks, Tosca is the free featured opera tonight (offered from 7:30 pm 6/4 to 6:30 pm 6/5 EST) on Met Opera. (One of my personal favorite operas) You can’t miss the end of Act II when Tosca places the candlesticks by the body of the despicable Scarpia.

[@debbiedouglass1478]

Elegant things I hardly ever use is fine china and sterling silver flatware. I did go for a short time of using it on a daily basis. We do need to treat ourselves better! Thanks for the reminder!

[@deannab9511]

So true Jennifer, we must use all of our beautiful things! It makes life lovely! I loved the girls cameo appearance tell them they did a great job 👍❤

[@marenlatham4349]

I loved this list. I am getting much better at using my best things and wearing my best clothes since I began watching your channel. What I would add to this list would be pretty stationary. I love buying pretty stationary and then forget to use it. I have noticed some people have the same problem with pretty journals and note books. They're so fancy people feel shy to write in them.

[@honeybaysoaps]

Enjoying your channel so much, Jennifer! 💛🌸 You are so lovely and inspiring! 🌸🌷💛

[@ibelieveinpandas]

We use our candlesticks at versions times the year during family prayer times, and if course if we have a power outage! We also always use the snuffer as blowing out candles can send melted wax flying everywhere. A lot less of a mess with the snuffer. And yes, we do use our fancier dishes and glasses for holidays or discussion occasions. I think the key is to have them easily accessible.

[@elizabethgonzalez2701]

Thanks to your first video i took out my cristal teapot and my daughter loved Tea time with me.

[@SmileySunrise]

I had to smile when you displayed your lemon loaf pan. I have the same one which I believe I purchased at a second hand store. I thought it was so pretty, but I have never used it. It is in my garage on a rack of unused kitchen items. I think I need to make a lemon loaf soon! :-)

[@andaspso4659]

I definitely don’t use my jewelry or perfume enough. I use my snuffer all the time ☺️

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

Gosh. I have lots of beautiful jewellery, some bought for me by my late mother. What do I wear every day? Plain silver hoops. I need to level up my jewellery choices!! It would please my mum. Thank you, Jennifer, for the reminder xx

[@LondonChicken]

Hahaha love that you mentioned Keeping Up Appearances! Had a beautiful Morrocan tea set collecting dust on a shelf for years, finally started using it

[@Samanthajac23]

I wanna go to goodwill now and hunt for some of these beautiful items!

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

I love hankies fresh one in my purse specially for church I gave my friends a hankerchief

[@nmernst]

Love this! Especially @3:19 (too funny!). Thanks for sharing and have a great day.

[@oneofmany7051]

Great video! We have some handmade lace-trimmed table linens from Russia, along with two Catherine the Great pattern tea sets, also from Russia. I have plans to purchase a couple lower cabinets for the dining room so those items can live there and be readily available for regular use. I found a nice candle snuffer at Target a couple years ago that we use. Another thing I try to use regularly are handmade quilts, whether on beds or as wall hangings (we have high ceilings on our main floor and lots of wall space). I have heard you and Nikki mention handkerchiefs enough that I plan on getting some handkerchief linen to make some. I remember my mom made my sisters and me some cotton handkerchiefs when I was little. When we got dressed up for church, she had us put the folded handkerchief in one of our shoes so we would always have it on hand. I had forgotten about that til just now - thank you for the trip down memory lane! 😊 Oh, as a baker, another thing I wish people would use right away and not save is GOOD FOOD! I cannot tell you how many times I work hard to make something nice and then it doesn't get eaten because "It is so good" they want to save some for later. But what usually ends up happening? It gets put away and forgotten about until it is past its prime, goes bad, or gets freezer burned. And then their review of it is "meh". 😬 As the maker of such items, that offends me. My parents and husband are the worst about it. I understand where the mentality of it comes from, but it would be nice if..... Okay.... I will just stop right there! LOL! Touchy subject for me! Anyway, eat the good food when it is in front of you AND make the "good" recipes more often!😁

[@meaganm77]

Love this video! I think tomorrow I’m going to get my 3 tier cake stand out and serve lunch on it tomorrow. I think my kids will get a kick out of eating a normal/simple (boring) lunch that way.

[@dorka1970]

Yes, Mrs Bucket 😉 I love your channel! Hello from rainy today Florida 😊

[@sherryjohnson3915]

I inherited my mother's silver flatware. I use them for holiday dinners. And tea for my friends.

[@lc8119]

I have my grandmother’s silverware and have never once used it. I definitely plan on it this year.

[@rachelruiz8399]

VERY NICE 👍 ADVICE, THANK YOU 🙏

[@AngelissimaASMR]

I used to be a Catholic Altar Girl as a child and one of my favorite responsibilities was snuffing out all of the candles at the end of Mass

[@jendyson6729]

I have the same crystal that your parents do :) When we were kids we always had candles every night at dinner and my brother and I got to take turns using the snuffer :) I don't own nice sleepwear, I am always hot at night so less is more but maybe someday.... I also have to get up at sunrise to let my chickens out of their coop so for the sake of ease I need to wear something where I can roll out of bed straight to the outdoors, lol. Fun video, thank you!

[@ellen823ful]

I have some pretty handkerchieves that are not expensive but they’re so soft. I use one to gently remove my eye makeup. When I have a cold a hankie is so much softer than a tissue. You know that dripping nose. Not the other ! Also I’ve been using my silver for everyday. It really is easy to keep shiny with Tarnex. That’s my 2 cents for today!

[@megangoggans1208]

5:10 You just made my day using the reference to "Mrs. Bu-kay". "I don't see anyone listed here by that name ma'am." Interrupts her husband, "You might want to look again. It's spelled Bucket." I adored that show!

[@karendavidson5455]

This is so funny! I just brought out my hankies! Lol I just feel so feminine using them. Great video and so true. Thanks for the nudge💕

[@angelavaughan1997]

You opened my eyes to pretty loaf pans. I didn’t know such things existed. I have handkerchiefs from my grandmother and I use them mainly at funerals because tissues just get so messy.

[@LesReadBooks]

I think I may have some serving platters I should be using!

[@apriljo1968]

Hyacinth! "The Bouquet residence, the lady of the house speaking!" We need more shows like that!😀😀

[@jessieelliott3157]

Haha Nothing ever worked out for poor Hyacinth!

[@apriljo1968]

@@jessieelliott3157 LOLOL....I wonder why?😂

[@MsBackstager]

Remember giving embroidered hankies to our teachers as a "thank you" at the end of the school year?

[@nancyfelkner9782]

What a wonderful, thought provoking video! You were speaking to me. I have much of what is on your list. I shall make an effort to take your advice. It's funny - to have so much - and not even see that it is there waiting to be used. Thank you! Keep up the challenge of encouraging BEAUTY!

[@elongankona2562]

Beautiful video this is my second time watching it keep up the good work

[@Drea538]

My mom owns a set of china that I have never seen in my life, nor has she given me a description (I'm not sure she remembers!). I've only seen the box, which I can currently see on a shelf in our storage closet. The only thing is that the closet is so disorganized and full that I can't reach the box. So that means that in order to complete this month's Chic Assignment, I must clean and organize that closet. It's a bit daunting but I will do it, and I've really wanted to for a while.

[@soniaspf9705]

My luxury is perfume I use it everyday I have three that I rotate because if you always use the same one you don't smell it anymore and use too much. I moved last year to Germany and left my crystal in the UK (my daughter uses it ) but as we live near the Czech Republic I will buy myself another set (when the problems are over). I use the table linen from my great aunt and my husbands grandmother (also her monogrammed bed linen ). I also bought some beautiful lace items for the house when I lived in Belgium and these I must use so I am off into the attic to get them out thanks for the prompt.

[@JenniferVanMatreMissouriUSA]

I follow you on IG but this is the first KZbin I’ve gotten to watch! Thank you I do a lot of these things already and feel like I am the only one who still cares about such things! I’m so happy that I found you ❤️❤️❤️

[@katiestevenson8920]

Love this ❤️ We make a regular practice of using our best and it elevates the ambiance of every day life.

[@alexandrabeicht1719]

Love this mini series! I received a crystal bowl and a cake stand from my grandmother. They are so beautiful - but especially as they look so beautiful, we love to have them around daily displaying fruit on the dining table or a homemade cake. And of course, it reminds me of my sweet granny ( who was so chic, by the way❣️)!💕

[@AfroTee]

Ooo thank you for this! I love using handkerchiefs! I have a few lovely embroidered ones and always keep one in my handbag. I’d like to have some more. Adding to my wish list right now! Thank you for reminding me. 😁. Stay well. Blessings...

[@belwynne1386]

Handkerchiefs can be used in blazer pockets, too.

[@kristiLB93]

Yes, my good furniture IS our everyday furniture. I tell my kids I want them to be comfortable and not afraid to sit on our furniture BUT they also KNOW not to jump, eat, and wear dirty shoes on the couch. They are really good about it! Their friends, sigh, not so much. I try to let the parents correct that behavior!😬😑 I actually use candles for every dinner and beautiful dishes. People freak out when I hand them our plates-“Are you sure this is the plate you want me and my kids to use?” I assure them it’s the norm in our house!😄 Great video-love the clip with your daughters! Hilarious!😆

[@paulajohnson7075]

This is good to hear, Kristin. :)

[@njoolong]

Resonates 😉 love my good fragrance, candlelight dinners, nice serving dishes. Need to work on elegant sleepwear 😬

[@valchica7]

I inherited a beautiful handkerchief from my great granny that she embroidered. Her signature scent was Charlie. I remember going to her house and she had little Charlie bottles on their own perfume tray, on their own stand. 😊

[@lizk555]

I very much enjoyed your daughters’ cameo! 😂 You make some excellent points here. One of the things I’ve learned through our marriage of frequent moves is to use the nice stuff, as you never know when it might be broken in a move! 😱

[@caitlinrl630]

I am on the lookout for a candle snuffer! Wish I would find one at Goodwill (when I can! 😉) We use candles in our home worship (at family prayer, placing votives in front of icons, etc) but not every day, and I’d like to make it happen more often. A snuffer seems so much more tidy and the kids like using them.

[@brifren2]

Like my parents and grandparents in France, I have most of these beautiful things and using them is just natural to me. Despite a difficult financial crisis where I live now, I still use them regularly just because I love them. About handkerchiefs, I've always used them and have a beautiful collection of them, and no I don't find it gross if you take hygienic measures. No one I know ever got sick because of a handkerchief! There's always a clean one in my handbag, and on special occasions I choose the finest hand-embroidered ones. My daughter does the same, and my little grand-daughter already seems to love the use of special things :)

[@LifeWithFlowers]

I enjoy these videos 🌸🌼

[@KristynLorraine]

Good job girls! 👧👧

[@Luxuriouslyceecee]

I have a silver beautiful candle snuffer pretty similar to the one you showed in the video & for some reason I always just blow out my candles instinctively! I will be putting the snuffer to good use after watching this video because it’s something i just don’t think about but if it’s there why not use it ?! Lol thanks for the video Xoxox !

[@meh5069]

I threw out all of my body splashes and bath and body works lotions and soaps about 7 years ago and haven’t looked back! I loved them as a teen but they eventually started giving me headaches. Now in my thirties I just love good quality perfume. You only really need one or two good perfumes! (One for day time one for evening).

[@amandazplace5663]

Wonderful reminder, Jennifer. ❤

[@janetsplanet2947]

Aww you were such a cute little girl!!!