Sometimes all your table needs is touch of flair, that extra bit of sparkle and shine. For a bit of that Christmas glamour, John Lewis offer a selection of festive napkin rings. Whether you want the high polished shine of the jewel studded Snowflake or the rustic style of the hammered brass Reindeer, these beautiful Napkin rings can bring the finishing touch to your trendy Christmas Table. Available for just a few pounds each, they are an affordable way to update your festive place setting. A brilliant way to add sparkle and charm to you dining table the Star, Reindeer & Snowflake Napkin rings are available from John Lewis.
Star Napkin Ring - £2
Reindeer Napkin Ring - £2
Snowflake Napkin Ring - £3
Posted by Kate on November 20, 2008 12:03 AM
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Exploring foreign cuisine brings you more than exotic new flavours, it offers a slice of global culture. Items like Typhoon's Sushi Set can bring authenticity and depth to your culinary travels. The bamboo board is perfect for serving up home rolled sushi. The chopsticks nest across the serving board, while the matching bamboo bowl holds your soy sauce. With a simple elegance, this afford able sushi set will thrill any budding Japanophiles. Available from John Lewis, the Typhoon Sushi Set is just £15.
Typhoon Sushi Set - £15
Posted by Kate on October 16, 2008 12:09 AM
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There is an English custom often performed at the celebration of weddings and births. After the celebratory toast, the champagne cork is saved and a slit is cut in the bottom. Then a silver coin minted that year is pressed into the cork, creating a good luck charm and keepsake of the life changing moment. Having grown up with these strange charms hidden away in my Mum's jewellery box, they gained a special magic and excitement. So when I saw this charming Champagne Cruet Set, it's no surprise that they capture that same mystery and allure. Elegant and quirky, each silver-plated shaker has the iconic champagne cork shape. Carefully detailed, each shaker is capped with the traditional crinkled top in which is the holes are drilled. A brilliant gift for those special occasions, the unique Champagne Cruet Set will become a memorable keepsake that will be cherished by family for years. Presented in a gift box with a special postcard and mini whisk gift tag, the Champagne Cruet Set is £26 from NotontheHighStreet.com
Also available at Lakeland for £21.99.
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Posted by Kate on September 19, 2008 12:01 AM
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A new design for the already popular Chef'n PepperBall, the G'rabbit Grinders give these handy mills some character and personality. The G'rabbit Grinders offer a family friendly style perfect for your dinner table. The sculpted handles form the ears and the grinders are re-filled through their cute bunny tails. Easy to use with just one hand, it's great both in a busy kitchen or at your dinner table. Available in two colours, the black G'rabbit features a carbon steel rasp for pepper while the white G'rabbit uses a ceramic rasp for salt. A fabulous set that is both practical and adorable, the G'rabbit Grinders are £15.99 each from Lakeland.
G'rabbit Grinders - £15.99.
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Posted by Kate on August 4, 2008 12:07 AM
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A beautiful accent for sophisticated summer dining, these Floral Vase Place Card Holders bring natural glamour to your table. The elegant glass globes hold delicate blossoms and buds below your your guests' name cards. Featuring a small hole, the globe supports the slim stems of small flowers. Though it only holds a small amount of water, it enough to keep your blooms bright and fresh. A brilliant decoration for dinner parties or even weddings, a set of eight Name Place Vases are £19.80 from Cox & Cox.
Set of 8 Name Place Vases - £19.80
Posted by Kate on July 31, 2008 12:08 AM
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The final piece we'll highlight of the Alessi OrienTales Collection is the Paradise Birds Salt and Pepper Set. Bright and exotic, these love birds will charm your friends and family. Rather than warbling a beautiful song these glamorous birds sprinkle salt and pepper over your meal. Made of a light thermoplastic resin, the sweeping birds create an engaging sculptural effect as they hang from the delicate branches of their tree. Calling out to be explored, people naturally want to hold and use these brilliant salt and pepper shakers. Distinctive and full of life, these endearing characters add a sparkle of magic to your table. A three piece set includes an orange and purple bird along with their elegant tree home. The Alessi OrienTales Paradise Birds Salt and Pepper Set is available for £25.00 from Alessi.co.uk or $53.00 from fitzsu.com.
Alessi OrienTales Paradise Birds Salt and Pepper Set - £25.00
Alessi OrienTales Paradise Birds Salt and Pepper Set - $53.00
Posted by Kate on July 4, 2008 12:08 AM
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Continuing Alessi's banana theme is the Banana Bros Salt & Pepper Set. These two cheeky fellows sail their way across your table in their bright banana boat. Made from a thermoplastic resin, the Banana Bros are each hand-decorated with broad smiling faces. With a separate cheeky little monkey for both your salt and pepper, they neatly nest back in their banana home. A part of the Alessi OrienTale Collection, the Banana Bros Salt & Pepper Set is available for £18.00 from Alessi.co.uk or $36.00 from fitzsu.com.
Banana Bros Salt & Pepper Set - £18.00
Banana Bros Salt & Pepper Set - $36.00
Posted by Kate on July 2, 2008 12:16 AM
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In a world where perfect products are produced for mere pennies, lovingly hand-crafted pieces take on an added beauty and charm. Mixing these artistic creations in with your everyday tableware adds an individuality and vibrancy to your kitchen. A brilliant example of this is the hand-painted Gourd Mills by William Bounds. Designed by Robert Wilhelm, the Gourd Mills have an organic sculptural beauty. Each mill is then hand painted in stylish colours and modern patterns for a dramatic effect. A wonderful artistic accent that will charm your dinner guests, the Gourd Mills even feature a lifetime guarantee making them as dependable as they are beautiful. Available from Kitchenaria.com, the William Bounds Gourd Mills are £37.00 each. For the Mills pictured:
William Bounds Pep-Art Mills
Gourd Natural Mill - £37
Gourd Black Mill - £37
Orange Gourd Mill - £37
Gourd Green Mill - £37
Posted by Kate on May 15, 2008 12:18 AM
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