This utilitarian auction package begins with a set of eight steak knives donated by Reader Service. With sleek black handles, these knives would make an addition to any silverware set. While these knives are dishwater safe, for best results please hand-wash them. Use knives with caution, and keep them out of the reach of children.

Next, from Crate & Barrel, is a set of eight white, ribbed placemats madse of 55% cotton and 45% polyester. The simplicity of these mats makes them ideal for any dinner arrangement for the family or on special occasions for guests. Placemats should be machine-washed separately from other laundry items and washed in cool water, and then machine-dried medium.