Stackable Appetizer Maker
Creating impressive layered hors d’oeuvres is a snap with Architect’s new gadget. Fit the cut and carry base down between the serrated rows and place your first layer on the bottom, gradually building up the layers. A spreader is included and a tamper to press down the dry layers. When you’ve finished the stack, cut down between the serrations and end up with bite size pieces of egg and waffle stacks, taco pizza stacks and any other layering you want to concoct on your own. $20, www.architecproducts.com
Stuffed Burger Press
Hamburger patties can be stuffed with cheese, vegetable bits and other fillings handily with this little round gadget. Place the bottom layer of hamburger into the base, flip over the plunger and hollow out a hole for the stuffing, add the top layer and use the larger side of the plunger to flatten out a patty. Make one or more and they are instantly grill-ready. $7, www.goodcook.com
Corkcicle
Store this reusable gadget in the freezer and take it out when you’re ready to drop it into a bottle of white wine. Say goodbye to big ice buckets of ice cubes. Your room temperature wine can now be chilled for an hour. $25, www.corkcicle.com
Fireplace Heater
“Cozy Glows and Toasty Toes” are promised with this new space heater that generates the effect of glowing embers while throwing off auxiliary warmth. Comes in toasty orange as well as basic colors, including three temperature settings, overheat protection and a carrying handle. $90, www.crane-usa.com
Collapsible “3 in 1” Vase
Always have the desirable vase size handy with this silicone collapsible flowerpot, which can be configured into three different styles and levels. Appropriate for plants, cactus, gardens and bouquets of cut flowers. The pop up containers come in an array of bright colors and squash flat for easy storage. $20, bill.reibl@gmail.com
Corn Twister
It looks like an ear of corn, but the implement has razor sharp edges, which twist down and neatly scrape off the kernels of any corn. The dishwasher-safe yellow cutting component nestles into the green “husk” for safe storage. $16, www.kuhnrikon.com/
Pocket Hose
An accordion design for easy storage, the pocket size garden hose grows to a full-size 50 feet when you turn on the water. Lightweight, it is easy to store and its bright green wrinkly plastic is kink and tangle resistant. $20, www.PocketHose.com
HomePro Spill Collector
The size of a dustpan, this two-in-one gadget cleans up both dry and wet spills. The sweeping brush side flips over to a squeegee, which can help scoop up liquids. A locking system contains the mess to avoid drips on your way to the trashcan. $10, www.quickie.com
