Three evenings a week, she works at Restoration Hardware in Milwaukee.

Executives at Restoration Hardware are almost eager to take responsibility for the debacle.

A teak mat is $59 at Restoration Hardware, (800) 762-1005.

The white ironstone pots and a tray are $20 at Restoration Hardware.

All are at Restoration Hardware, www.restorationhardware.com or (800) 762-1005.

Available at Restoration Hardware, www.restorationhardware.com, or (888) 243-9720 for stores.

He paid the bill in installments, working extra hours as a sales clerk at Restoration Hardware.

Made of bright red aluminum, the appliances are $39 a pair at Restoration Hardware, (800) 762-1005, or www.restorationhardware.com.

The green plastic tray, rear, is $4.50 at Restoration Hardware, (800) 762-1005.

A set of eight is $18 at Restoration Hardware; (800) 762-1005.