Recipe Box Show & Tell

I've been looking forward to sharing the links to the wonderful recipe boxes and cookbooks that all you cooking enthusiasts have sent in for the Show & Tell; it's been fun for me, so I hope you all take time to visit the blogs below to read some of the stories behind the recipe boxes you see pictured.

My friend Dorothy, who doesn't have a blog...yet, emailed a picture of the recipe box her husband gave her their first or second Christmas together. She says that he picked it out and included the 3x5 recipe cards to go in it. She's often thought of replacing it but can't seem to bring herself to do it. I don't blame her; talk about a vintage pattern! I love it! Thanks, Dorothy!

Mrs. U at Making a House a Home shares a picture of her wooden recipe box and the shelves where she keeps all her cookbooks. Looks like she enjoys cooking!

Tammy at Tammy's Times shows us her recipe box and includes the area in her kitchen where she keeps all her cookbooks, complete with adorable apple decor. Very appropriate, I think!

Lydia, a homeschooled daughter of missionary parents in Northern Ireland, posts a picture of her recipe box over at 3 Sisters Blog; she hopes to fill it up with delicious recipes.

Chyrll, mom to Lydia, tells the interesting story behind her recipe book over at Chyrll's Corner.

Mrs. B posts on her blog, Be Not Conformed, the beautiful three-ring binder where she keeps her recipes. She also shows pictures of two of her favorite cookbooks. Looks like the 1946 one has seen some serious cooking put on the table from its pages!

Tori, missionary wife in Croatia, shares a picture of her Dollar General recipe box on her blog A Home Away From Home. I like the colorful food items decorating the outside, and I would never know it was found at such a bargain price!

Courtney at Courtney's Contemplations shares a deep, dark secret about her recipe box. Go check it out...if you dare!

My sister, Bet, shows us a gorgeous picture of not one...but four of her recipe boxes! While you're visiting her blog, check out her new vintage tablecloth and her beautiful shamrock plant.

And below are the Girotti family recipe boxes:

Hannah says: "To the left is my recipe box which was handmade by my father dear 3 years ago. The 2 drawers will each hold quite a few recipes, and they are already starting to fill up with favorites, some shared with me by relatives on special cards. It occupies an appropriate place in my room--on top of my hope chest below my windows. Sarah also has the same hand-crafted box (just with a different wood stain) in her bedroom, which makes for a nice corner display sitting on her bookcase. We look forward to using our recipe boxes and cooking in our future homes!"

Here are my two recipe boxes--both made by Tom. The first one he made years ago is on the right with the red heart on the front and is stuffed full of appetizer, bread, veggie, fruit, and main dish recipes. He made the newer one on the left with the sunflower because I was running out of room, and it holds only desserts--pies, cakes, and cookies! We also have a shoebox full of recipe clippings that Hannah is gradually organizing. Where will we put them??

Special thanks to everyone who participated and posted the stories behind their cookbooks and recipe boxes--a very enjoyable Show & Tell!

~Deb

Comments

[Bet]

Very neat idea, Deb. I enjoyed reading all these and seeing the pictures. Thanks for doing it.

[Dorothy]

That was fun! Thanks for sharing all the photos, links & stories. I really like the binder idea, but sshhhh....don't tell Courtney. :-)

[Mrs.B]

Thanks again Deb for putting all of this together! What fun I'm going to have looking at everyone's recipe boxes/binders!

Oh and I just love the wooden boxes that you and your girls keep your recipes in.....how special. (o:

[Susan]

Wow! Thanks for doing this! I don't have a recipe box or book - it's mostly my Better Homes and Gardens book and my TOH magazines - so I didn't participate. I'm enjoying seeing all the others, though!

[Courtney]

Thanks Mrs. G for doing this! It was fun!! :)

[Brenda]

That was a lot of fun. I'd have submitted a picture of my vintage recipe boxes but I still do not own a digital camera!

My family has laughed at me because in our last three moves, I set my recipe box in the front seat of the car with me so it didn't get lost.

[Deb]

Brenda, welcome to Mountain Musings and being a first-time commenter! Sounds like your recipe box(s) would be good ones to get into! I've often wanted to trade recipe boxes with someone for one week and end up with a whole slew of new dishes to try!

[Susan P.]

Deb, thanks so much for doing this. I have really enjoyed going around and checking out all the recipe boxes! What a wonderful treasure you have that your husband made for you. I didn't participate because my recipe box is "beyond pathetic looking!" LOL This has inspired me to make something new! Maybe next year??!!!

[Sherrin]

This is a lovely thing to do. I wanted to post about my recipe box, but I was in Launceston away from my computer and could not take a picture. I must visit some of those who were able to participate!

[islandsparrow]

Hi Deb - I'm late - but I finally did my post!! I enjoyed the various stories behind all the reipes boxes. Your daughter's wooden ones are especially lovely! A good idea for my daughter who is turning 16 in Sept. My apologies for being late and thanks for hosting the event.

[Tammy]

I bet you are enjoying your comapny!!

I ope there are some good pictures of both families together.

Neat recipes boxes.

[Mrs. U]

Hi Deb!!
This was fun!!!!! You had a GREAT idea in doing this. I just LOVE taking a peek into everyone's kitchen!! :)

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your recipe boxes (and your daughters). Have y'all ever thought of making more and selling them online??

His,
Mrs. U

[Deb]

Thank you everyone who participated and also those who stopped by and left comments.

IslandSparrow, thanks for posting a picture of your vintage recipe box! It is definitely a treasure! Many prayers and well wishes go to you and your family this week as you prepare for the wedding.