This is a dinner party cocktail. When it comes to a dinner party, don’t all the details matter? The food, the aps, the table, the wine, the dessert…the hand towels? It’s a way to embrace close friends by inviting them into your home and showing […]

What makes us fall in love with our dinnerware? First comes pattern design and color, then the overall body shape and lastly it’s the details. Ahh, the details! Those unique touches that show craftsmanship and artisanal design…that special flair that shows care and thoughtfulness. One […]

That little white lie. Oh, how it helps us get through life! I’ve always been one for honesty, but sometimes a twinkle in the eye and a little white lie helps what could be an awkward situation become a breeze. Lately I’ve found myself white […]

Delicious and succulent fruits are abundant right now and all of our green thumbed heroes are getting ready to make their jam. We bow to your efforts and vow to honor these yummy spreads with just the right presentation.   1st Row: Althea Nova Charm […]

I love the Mediterranean feel of turquoise blue. It’s such a romantic color and reminds me of sun, translucent water and lazy days. A quick twist of color can change your entire tablescape, the mood and even the food! Whether your home collection is modern, […]

What? Summer isn’t Formal? Did you every notice that your formal china gets a little lonely in the summer months? True…hot dogs and sandy beaches hardly make me want to break out the good stuff. But, what about the long warm nights?  And the 4-day […]

Take the uppity out of formal and replace it with a whole lot of cool. But, beware. Our Modern Grace pattern is quite demanding of the spotlight and begs for you to succumb to its glory. Its needy, really.   If pure white is not […]

Think of Dad as a cool guy? Is dad on a constant quest for dapper? Congratulate him on his efforts. (He’s been holding it together pretty good.) This ultra hip line of Gourmet Whisky Glasses is designed to enhance the whisky drinking experience by elevating […]

Okay, so it’s the weekend for barbeque, picnics and the window into summer fun. As much as I love all those things, they do add to my to-do list and I find myself needing a break from the planning. With the weather turning nicer, I […]

  Everyone knows that I get obsessed with certain pieces from Villeroy &  Boch. I’ve got 999 ways to use a Boston Wine Goblet and that doesn’t even include wine! So, I’m happy to announce that another obsession has started. It’s the Farmhouse Touch Blue […]