Teacher Appreciation

 It's Teacher Appreciation Week, and The Square Cupboard is prepared to show gratitude to your favorite teachers!  Are you? 

We understand that times are tight and end of the year festivities, programs, and commitments keep calling your checkbook.  So, we've found a few of our favorite gifts that won't break the bank!  Teachers always have their hands full!  Full of graded papers, projects, textbooks, school supplies, and more.  These totes transition perfectly from work to summer play!

Who doesn't like a fragrant summer scent?  The Square Cupboard now carries Votivo candles, and they are wonderful "happies" for anyone!  Classroom to home.

Of course, as these Mississippi temperatures try to figure out that it is supposed to be WARM...give your teachers something to brighten those cold, rainy days!  

Cute spring/summer tea towel

Bright and stylish umbrella

Captain Rodney's can make anyone smile.  And say, "YUM!"  Give your teachers and assistants a delicious treat with our Captain Rodney gourmet items.

How many times do you think teachers wash all the "little kid germs" off their hands?  A lot!  How about an incredibly cute soap dispenser from our Happy Everything collection?  Join in as a class to give her a collection of attachments to change year round.

 We appreciate all our teachers do for our little ones.  Thank you, teachers, for being their mom away from home, nurse, counselor, friend, collaborator, dream catcher, custodian, party planner, police officer, detective, and more!

A Mississippi Christmas

We're dreaming of a Mississippi Christmas...just like the ones we've always known!

Enjoy our Mississippi Christmas selection as you deck your halls and shop for loved ones this year!  From handpainted ornaments made in Mississippi to pottery and more...make this a Mississippi Christmas to remember!

Brushfire, Spirit Song, Hernando ornaments, Heartfelt Traditions, and more designs are ready to decorate your tree.

Maybe you need a special gift for the neighbors moving away in the new year.  Or a friend or family member spending the holidays in Mississippi.  Give a gift to remember this special Christmas in our state.

Start your own collection of Mississippi made ornaments for your very own Mississippi tree or garland.

Help the newlyweds or children get started with decorating.  Remind them the importance of shopping local and supporting Mississippi artists and businesses.

Copperworx nativity and other Christmas figures displays beautifully on a mantle, side table, bookshelf, centerpiece, or armoire.  This Mississippi made copper artwork gives a warm glow to any home during the holidays.  Perfect for those who already collect the Copperworx serving pieces.

And, for all your gift baskets and office gifts...Mississippi Cheese Straws, Lemon Straws, Mudpies, and Cranberry Straws.

We're dreaming of a Mississippi Christmas with every Christmas card I write!  

Join us as we celebrate and support LOCAL businesses and artists!

Mississippi Snacks

THEY'RE HERE!  THEY'RE HERE!

Back by popular demand!!  Traditional Cheddar Cheese Straws are BACK!  Cheese straws are offered in 6.5 ounce and the 10 ounce tin.  Just in time for those out of town wedding party gift baskets!

We also brought along the Original Lemon Straws!  Lemon Straws are only available in the 6.5 ounce cartons.

Stop in to grab your own Mississippi snacks!

MMM MMMM Good!

This Easter week, remember that Wednesday is the last day to make your Sugaree's cake and cupcake orders!  Let The Square Cupboard take care of your dessert while you enjoy spending your precious time with friends and family hunting eggs and remembering what Christ did for us.  We have several delicious flavors to choose from... 

This moist butter cake with cooked caramel icing is their signature cake. The icing is truly done the old fashioned way, by melting granulated sugar in a black iron skillet. These cakes are a labor of love as they battle the Mississippi humidity on a daily basis and make the neccesary adjustments to get the icing right for the specific conditions each and every day.

After you taste this moist chocolate cake with rich chocolate buttercream icing, you may not be able to eat anyone else's chocolate cake.

This coconut cake is THE coconut cake from your childhood. It is full of flavor and couldn't be any moister. Sugaree's starts with butter layers and pours a melted butter glaze over the hot cake layers, then spread their cooked divinity icing and top with fresh coconut!

These moist, barely chocolate, not-too-sweet layers are spread with an old fashioned cooked icing that combines sugar, milk, butter, and vanilla. This is what a red velvet cake is supposed to be.

This strawberry cake is always a best seller. It has fresh strawberries in the cake and the buttercream icing.

This cake is perfect for birthday parties and other festive events. It has five different colored and flavored butter layers (strawberry, orange, lemon, lime, grape) with cream cheese icing and rainbow sprinkles.

We also offer Sugaree's cupcakes by the dozen!  Perfect for those little hands after a big egg hunt!  Place your orders soon, or stop by to see what we have in stock.  Buy now, and stick in your freezer until Sunday.  Perfectly moist!  Perfectly yummy!  

Hey Good Lookin'...

Hey good lookin'!

What you got cookin'?

How's about cookin' something up with me?

You are going to absolutely LOVE the new aprons and linens for spring!  Let The Square Cupboard help you look your best while cookin' something up for the ones you love!

Why not feel good while slaving away over a hot stove or oven?!  Choose from our selection of adorable full or half aprons.  We also have aprons for those little helpers in your kitchen!

Are you looking for something frilly with ruffles?  Or do you prefer classic and sleek?  We have it all for you!

Spring and summer bring many new brides our way.  How fun to host a recipe shower!  Have your guests bring their favorite recipe for the bride to be, and the hostesses can supply her with a fun apron for her home cooked meals she'll be making her groom!  Find an apron to coordinate with your decor...or with the bride's personality.  So fun!  And so practical!

Maybe you are hosting Easter lunch this year after church.  There's no time to change.  But, you can always accessorize with a cute apron as you prepare your meal.

Heading over to a friend's home for dinner?  Why not take a little "happy" for the cook? 

Pair your favorite apron with a box of sweet potato cake mix from our gourmet section for a nice gift for any lady in your life.

Grandchildren remember their grandparents for that signature pie or special meal.  Next time they go to visit, send the little ones with a gift of love to help her create that special dish with a special gift.

Don't forget that the Easter bunny can still visit the adults too!  Maybe he will stick a fun apron in your basket this year...

Our new linens are so fun and many coordinate wonderfully with our new aprons!

If you just need a small, fun gift for a teacher or secret pal, let us help you!  Pair a kitchen linen with recipe cards or a fun cookbook.  Who wouldn't love that?!

Stop by The Square Cupboard, and let us help you cook a little something up for yourself...or those you love!

No Time 2 Cook

No time to cook?  Running around like crazy dropping off kids at dance, baseball, gymnastics, and church?  Don't worry!  Make a stop by The Square Cupboard, and pick up a few frozen casseroles, sides, and desserts!  Have a backup plan in place for those days that leave you frazzled after a long day at work.

We also love to recommend picking something up for the new mommy and daddy after they bring their newborn home...or for the sick friend who doesn't have energy to cook.  They can stick it in the freezer for later, or stick it in the oven for that night.  Voila!  Dinner is served!

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas

On the twelfth day of Christmas,

the gifts you need from us...

are twelve Sugarees yummy cupcakes!

Eleven little sweet birds,
Ten Vietri snowflake salad plates,
Nine pieces of a felt nativity,
Eight Birth of Christ ornaments,

Seven golden candle pears,

Six mugs of hot cocoa,

Five golden trees,

Four Vietri Santa ornaments,

Three leaping mossy reindeer,

Two piece Good Earth cream and sugar,

One golden swirl four foot angel!

Gourmet Goodies

With the holidays drawing near, it's time to dust off the recipes for all your favorite goodies.  Whether you are taking a dish to the Thanksgiving dinner or giving gifts to fill tummies for Christmas, The Square Cupboard is ready to help!

The all-familiar Captain Rodney's is a top pick for any gourmet gift, appetizer, or meal.  The bottles are flying off the shelf!  Stop by and get what you need today!

With Christmas just around the corner, The Square Cupboard is ready to supply you with Cheese Straws and Mudpies...both small and large!  We also have the signature Gail Pittman tins filled with a Cheese and Cranberry Straw Assortment.

Looking for a happy for your boss, coworker, pastor, friend, or neighbor?  You can't go wrong with a gourmet gift from The Square Cupboard!  Gather plenty of extras for your last-minute gift needs.

Great Gifts $16 and Under

One thing we have learned from our loyal customers here at The Square Cupboard is that sometimes you drop by to pick up a quick gift.  You have a budget or price range, and you need to "speed shop."  We have decided to ease your stress by giving you a peek at some of our favorite items within your budget!

We scoured the store and used our best judgment to bring you our top gifts UNDER $16!!

These gifts make perfect "happies" for just about anyone!  Just to say "thank you" to your child's Sunday school teacher.  To let the elderly lady across the street know that you are thinking about them.  Or a quick birthday gift!

Whatever the reason, we have gifts that will help you stay above the red line.  No budget busters here! 

In addition to using these gifts alone, you can pair them with other store items.  Take our Ala Carte Alice dips, for example.  Pair this dip with a great Etta B dish to make a great thoughtful gift!

Is your child invited to yet another birthday party, and you're going broke? Don't worry!  Stop by and pick up a cute gift under $16!  Cute note cards are perfect for thank you notes or to write a letter to a friend.  Have them personalized too!

These super fun Chelsea lunch totes are a great gift for all ages!  Great for kids' lunches!  Great for the teacher's lunch!  Great size and perfect for just about anyone.

So, there you have it!  Great gifts $16 and UNDER that will not break the bank!  And now that you know what to look for, you don't have to spend too much time.  Come by, grab it, and GO!