Novelty Salt and Pepper Shakers Bring Some Fun to Dinner

There’s one staple that can always be found at the dinner table and that’s salt and pepper. For most of us, we usually just use the shakers that we’ve been given as a gift. Most newly married couples will typically have a few different sets they can pick from, and over time we often just settle on a plain set. A fun alternative is to use novelty salt and pepper shakers to adorn your dinner table. These can range from wacky cartoon characters to those that look like animals.

Finding these small treasures isn’t hard at all. The biggest obstacle you’ll face once you decide to start using novelty salt and pepper shakers is which set to settle on. Many collectors will tell you that these are so appealing because of their charm. Just imagine having a cute set of Sesame Street’s Ernie and Bert sitting atop your table, or how about Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd? 

Another fun idea is to give these out as gifts. Although you can save them for someone’s birthday or the holidays, they are inexpensive enough that they are perfect as an everyday gift. Imagine the smile on the face of the person you give puppy dog salt and pepper shakers to. If they aren’t into the cute and fuzzy look you can always invest in a set of Elvis or Marilyn Monroe shakers. In reality, there are literally thousands of different designs of novelty salt and pepper shakers to choose from.

Special occasions are the ideal time to showcase a set of these shakers. One of the most popular collectible salt and pepper shaker styles are those that focus on Christmas. You can buy some that resemble Santa and Mrs, Claus or Frosty the Snowman. If you prefer a Christmas tree, you’ll have no trouble finding a set in that shape. These add an extra fun touch to a holiday dinner table and your guests are sure to find them charming. If you’re feeling extra generous consider wrapping up a set for each guest and putting them at the place settings. If you happen to be the one attending the holiday dinner party, bring along a set as a hostess gift. She’ll likely enjoy them so much she’ll want to use them that night.

Once you’ve found a few cute sets don’t hide them away in a kitchen or dining room cupboard. Show them off. Novelty salt and pepper shakers make great conversation pieces so find a glass cabinet to place them in. If you have a shelf in your kitchen, you can always sit them there. This way they’ll be ready to catch the eye of anyone who visits.