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I'd love a set of these Harlequin Goblets to pair with my Grandmother's bone china. The beautiful soft colours are a brilliant way to bring subtle colour to white china patterns, while the sculpted stems compliment both vintage decoration and sharp modern designs. Available as a set of six, each glass features a different coloured bowl supported by a clear glass base. A great addition to parties, your guests will find it much easier to remember which glass is theirs. Fabulous colour that compliments both modern and vintage tableware, the Harlequin Goblets are £22.95 from Scotts of Stow. (Best viewed in Internet Explorer)
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Bringing to mind the exotic adventure of 19th century safari hunters, the Andrew Martin Jungle Plates offer the magic and excitement without hurting a fly. With a sophisticated palette of black and taupe, the plates blend modern minimalism with African inspired beauty. Like a small safari adventure, your guests will make their way through your delicious dessert to discover the animal sketch on the centre of their plate. With a tiger, monkey, elephant and giraffe included in the set, each guest finds their own unique creature. Made from white porcelain and finished with a precious platinum edge, the elegant four-piece Andrew Martin Jungle Dessert Plates set is £30 from John Lewis.
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With a charming botanical elegance, the Sanderson Etchings & Roses Tableware combine traditional decoration with modern sophistication. The beautifully detailed engravings are applied using a special technology that creates a metallic finish that shimmers and shifts from silver to gold. Each piece features a a different engraving from the Sanderson vault, creating a lovely garden across your table. Perfect for mixing with your plain white china or as a complete collection, the Sanderson Etchings & Roses Tableware is available from John Lewis.
Box of 4 Sanderson Etchings & Roses Dinner Plates - £25
Box of 4 Sanderson Etchings & Roses Tea Cup and Saucers - £12
Box of 2 Sanderson Etchings & Roses Coffee Cups and Saucers - £12
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Sugar Bowl and Cream Jug - £20
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Salt and Pepper Shakers - £10
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Teapot - £25
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Gravy Jug - £15
Sanderson Etchings & Roses Covered Dish - £15
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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.
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Perfect for parties, the Enza Dip Bowl Set offers a sophisticated way to serve several dips or condiments. The bright white bowls feature sharp clean lines and a modern graphic style, while the variation in the bowl's rim creates a subtle geometric pattern of offset squares. Displayed on a stainless steel tray, each porcelain bowl rests in it's own secure slot to create a unified design. Quick and easy to take to the table, the Enza Dip Bowl can be dressed up or down for anything from casual dinners to suave parties. An attractive addition to buffets, the Enza Dip Bowl Set by Blomus is £45 from Panik.
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A modern Salad Set that captures the magic of summer, the Eva Solo collection makes a sea-side splash at your dinner table. Bringing back childhood memories of sea-side sandcastles, the Eva Solo set features an oversized spoon and fork. With a striking resemblance to toy spade and fork, these nostalgic severs easily capture lettuce for your plate. The brilliant white bucket is a pristine backdrop for your lettuce and salad making it look bright and luscious. The large looping handle makes it perfect for alfresco dining when you may have lots to carry. Simple and sophisticated, the clean modern lines bring a fresh style to seasonal salads. Available from Amazon.co.uk:
Eva Solo Salad Bowl - £41.50 
Eva Solo Stainless Steel Salad Set - £24.00
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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.
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Add a splash of colour to your breakfast table with these delightful Goldfish Egg Cups from the Alessi OrienTales Collection. Standing up on flowing fins, these brightly coloured fish proudly present your morning eggs. Light and elegant, the Goldfish Egg Cups are made from a fine bone china and beautifully hand-decorated. A whimsical and playful start to your day, the Goldfish Egg Cups transform rushed meals into an exciting experience. Available in brilliant Violet (Red), Blue and Green, the Alessi OrienTales Goldfish Egg Cups are each £15.00 from Alessi.co.uk or $29.00 from fitzsu.com.
Alessi Goldfish Eggcup Violet - £15 (at Amazon.co.uk)
Alessi Goldfish Eggcup Violet - $29
Alessi Goldfish Eggcup Green - £15
Alessi Goldfish Eggcup Green - $29
Alessi Goldfish Eggcup Blue - £15
Alessi Goldfish Eggcup Blue - $29
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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.
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Alessi has always been masterful in creating clever engaging designs that charm and inspire. Now, continuing their partnership with the National Palace Museum in Taiwan, Alessi has released the magical new OrienTales Collection. Inspired by the National Palace Museum's art collection, the OrienTales brings common household items a whimsical eastern flair. My favourite piece is the Banana Kid Sugar Bowl. Beautifully hand-decorated, this delightful bowl sparkles with character. Made from a lovely fine bone china, the Banana Kid is light and elegant while still fun and playful. The two piece set includes the laughing monkey face bowl, a sculptural grass spoon and overflowing charm. Available in both the US & UK, you can purchase the Alessi Banana Kid Sugar bowl for £20.00 from Alessi.co.uk or $40.00 from fitzsu.com.
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Enjoying a bit of a retro revival, serving displays like this Revolving Hors D'Oeuvres Set can make a useful addition to your buffet table. Ideal for small nibbles and dips, the revolving tray ensures guests don't have to stretch for their favourites. The six porcelain dishes nest neatly into a wooden lazy susan made of Hevea, and offer a handy flexibility. The dishes can be used individually, and the lazy susan can be used on its own or with your own dishes to create your own look and style. A brilliant way to add a creative touch to your party table, the Revolving Hors D'Oeuvres Set is available from Amazon.co.uk for £18.96.
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I'll admit I'm passionate about my flatware, I've always had favourite forks and knives, even as a child. To go with our relaxed tableware style, we chose the classic and elegant Stanton Cutlery. Perfect for both fine dining and everyday use, the Stanton Cutlery features heavy gauge handles and a long lasting durability. The beautiful sweeping forms are a sensual pleasure to hold, and offer a reassuring weight. Created by British Designer Robert Welch, the Stanton Cutlery is made from 18/10 stainless steel. The knives are forged from a single ingot of especially hardened steel to maintain their blades. Available in sets and individually, cost can be reduced by ordering just the pieces you'll use. We only need the basic four pieces, so a single place setting was £17.50. A classic collection that won't go out of style, you never need to worry about replacing teaspoons. The Stanton pattern isn't likely to disappear any time soon.
Stanton Teaspoon - £2.50
Stanton Dessert Spoon - £4.25
Stanton Table Fork - £5.00
Stanton Table Knife - £5.75
Stanton Serving Spoon - £10
Stanton 2-Piece Salad Servers - £22
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Now for celebrations and special occasions, we chose the handmade Black Toast creamware by Emma Bridgewater. The cream plates feature elegant black lettering, creating a simple timeless design that will match any future kitchen or dining room style. While not extravagant, the Bridgewater tableware is on the more expensive side. To bring costs down, we only selected two place settings of Black Toast which we can then intermix with the more affordable Sandstone Corelle featured yesterday. While it can't be promised that the Black Toast pattern will be available forever, many of the Bridgewater patterns mix well for an eclectic style. A fine example of British design and craftmanship, the Bridgewater Tableware is one you can add to and collect over time. Dishwasher safe and quintessentially English, the Black Toast Tableware is available from Emma Bridgewater and John Lewis.
Black Toast Tea Cup - £13
Black Toast Tea Saucer - £6.95
Black Toast Cereal Bowl - £14.95
Black Toast Pasta Bowl - £14.95
Black Toast French Bowl - £14.95
Black Toast 21.5cm Plate - £12.95
Black Toast 27cm Plate - £14.95
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I'll admit we cheated slightly . As we had guests coming over from the States, we were able to import two items on our Wedding List. When I lived overseas I really came to love Corelle Dinnerware, it's a perfect everyday china. Made of durable Vitrelle glass, Corelle dishes are light, strong and chip resistant. They are ideal for small kitchens; a stack of eight dinner plates is less than two inches high! Also because the plates are solid glass, if they ever do chip they are still safe to use. There is no risk of germs breeding in the break. Microwave & dishwasher safe, they are even oven safe to 175°C in a preheated conventional oven. Available in a wide range of patterns, we chose the neutral Sandstone to match our accent china. The 16-piece Corelle dinnerware set includes four 10.25" dinner plates, 6.75" bread plates, 18-oz soup bowls and four stoneware mugs. Single pieces and extras like pasta bowls are also available online from Corelle.
16-piece Corelle Sandstone Dinnerware Set - $29.95 
Corelle Sandstone 20-oz Pasta Bowl - $5.00
Corelle Sandstone Bread Plate - $5.44
Corelle Sandstone Luncheon Plate - $2.79
Corelle Sandstone Dinner Plate - $2.99
Corelle Sandstone 10-oz Bowl - $2.89
Corelle Sandstone 18-oz Soup Bowl - $2.99
Corelle Sandstone 28-oz Soup Bowl - $4.49
Posted by Kate on May 27, 2008 12:05 AM
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There's nothing better than gabbing over drinks and nibbles at a summer party, but it can often be a difficult balancing act of glasses and plates. But clever party glasses like these from FabStuff.net solve the problem simply and easily. The hand blown glasses feature a sturdy and stable design and then topped with light-earth coloured bowls. The stoneware bowls not only hold canapés or tapas, but also act as a lid for the glass, reducing the chance of accidental spills. A clever way to protect your home from messy accidents, your guests will love the convenience of these Party Glasses. Available from FabStuff.net, a boxed set of four Glasses and Bowls is an affordable £15 or $29.25 USD.
Posted by Kate on May 23, 2008 12:09 AM
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With the summer holidays quickly approaching, you may want start planning ways to keep the kids busy! Why not transform a simple trip to the park into a picnic adventure with the Monster Tableware from French Bull. Made from durable Melamine, the Monster cups and plates will survive even rambunctious children. Designed by Jackie Shapiro, each plate features a graphic retro print and a single Monster character for a trendy fun style. The brightly coloured patterned dishes are even dishwasher safe, so you've no fear of them fading. A fabulous product the kids will love, the French Bull Monster Tableware is available from KitchenAria.
Set of Four Monster Tumblers- £19.50
Set of Four Monster Plates - £23.50
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A beautiful set of hand crafted spoons, the Mother-of-Pearl Teaspoons from Sage offer individuality and quaint charm. A set of four hand-cast aluminium spoons, each spoon is unique with it's own distinct pattern. Two spoons feature heart topped handles while the other two feature shimmering hearts on their bowls. Capturing a vintage inspired glamour, the Mother-of-Pearl Hearts Teaspoons will add sparkle to your next afternoon tea. A great gift for any up coming weddings. The Mother-of-Pearl Hearts Teaspoons are available for £20 from Sage at NotTheHighStreet.com.
Posted by Kate on April 30, 2008 12:06 AM
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A brilliant modern design, the Impression Crockery bowl and spoon offers a fabulous sculptural style. Created by designer Benjamin Hubert, the soup bowl is formed from a single surface. Made from a glazed earthenware ceramic, the square top features soft depressions where the sweeping spoon rests. A dramatic contemporary design that will delight guests, the Impression Soup Bowl and spoon are £29.95 each from Rockett St George (Available in Black, White and Lime Green).
Posted by Kate on April 24, 2008 12:06 AM
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Artistic plates with a kitsch retro glamour, the Cafô Melamine Dinner Plates offer an original glimpse of Americana. A set of four different plates, the Cafô Melamine Dinner Plates feature views of the Delux Town Diner in Watertown, Massachusetts. Designed by Keller & Keller, the plates capture iconic American symbols like the chrome stools, honey bear bottles, Heinz ketchup bottles and classic cake stands. Made from Melamine, the Cafô Melamine Dinner Plates are robust, shatter-proof and dishwasher safe. A fabulous designer tableware that brings a modern style to vintage memories, the set of four Heal & Son Ltd.
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Transforming coventional packaging into elegant serving dishes, the Takeaway Collection juxtaposes familiar forms with beautiful materials. Created from glamorous white porcelain, the Takeaway Collection reveals the detailed textures found in disposable food containers. The Takeaway Bowls are inspired by pie cases, while the Tubs are familiar takeaway containers. In the Takeaway Cake Stand, an aluminium pie tray is recreated to form the base while the second layer recalls a square paper plate. A clever approach that elevates everyday items into contemporary dining pieces, the Takeaway Collection is available from Heal's online store:
Takeaway Tub - £6 each
Takeaway Bowls - £6
15cm Takeaway Cake Stand - £30
Posted by Kate on April 15, 2008 12:01 AM
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Inspired by tin robot toys from the 1950s, these delightful creamware plates recall an era where science and space travel filled children's dreams. With nostalgic charm, the Robot Tableware will appeal to boys and sci-fi fans of all ages. Each piece of the Robot collection features a single graphic character framed by a sprinkling of pink stars. The tableware range includes mugs, plates, bowls and egg cups perfect for special breakfasts and exciting lunchs. Available online from John Lewis, the Robot Tableware from Big Tomato Company brings a warm sparkle to your favourite meals.
Robot Mug - £12.95 featuring Planet, Explorer, Gear, Family and Walking Robot
Pair of Robot Egg Cups - £14.95 in the Gear and Explorer Pattern or Planet and Atomic Pattern
Robot Cereal Bowl - £14.95 featuring Gear, Explorer, Planet or Atomic
Robot Set of Four Plates - £39.95
Posted by Kate on April 10, 2008 12:17 AM
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Following the trend for rustic tableware, the new Olive Pintura Tableware at Debenhams brings a flavour of the Italian country home. Like the Valencia Tableware released by M&S last year, the Olive Pintura collection has a wonderful handcrafted style. The Olive Pintura though features more traditional colours and an olive pattern. The green brings the pattern a vitality and energy that complements home cooked meals. The ideal accent for rustic or transitional kitchens, the Olive Pintura Tableware is available online from Debenhams:
Olive Pintura Mug - £7.00
Olive Pintura Cereal Bowl - £6.50
Olive Pintura Pasta Bowl - £8.50
Olive Pintura Dessert Plate - £6.50
Olive Pintura Dinner Plate - £7.00
Olive Pintura Chip n Dip - £25.00
Posted by Kate on April 7, 2008 12:08 AM
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A wonderful creation from British Designer Kathleen Hills, this new bone china tableware blends traditional decoration with modern flare. While there is something charming about classic floral patterns, the are often too loud and over powering for modern interiors. Kathleen Hill has solved this by applying small vintage transfers to the plain white china. The geometric shapes give the floral patterns a brilliant modern edge. A fabulous way to reinterpret classic designs, the Kathleen Hills Tableware is available in 12 different patterns from Echo Interiors:
Kathleen Hills Mug - £12
Kathleen Hills Tea Cup & Saucer - £24
Kathleen Hills Side Plate - £21
Kathleen Hills Dinner Plate - £24
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Capturing the spirit and beauty of hippy summers, the Portmeirion Love & Peace Tableware offers a soothing retro style. Created from simple geometric forms, the white earthenware of the Love and Peace Tableware features a fabulous stylised pattern. Inspired by a classic design, the ionic love birds are then accented with bright, cheerful flowers. A wonderful soothing palette of cool colours, the Love & Peace Tableware will bring a trendy style and whimsical charm to your summer table. Available online from Debenhams:
Love & Peace Mug - £6.00
Love & Peace Salad Plate - £9.00
Love & Peace Pasta Bowl - £10.00
Love & Peace Teacup & Saucer - £11.00
Love & Peace Dinner Plate - £12.00
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When so much effort is put into the design of beautiful tableware, it begins to boarder on art. The Mango embraces this concept and creates a eye-catching display of these functional items. The Mango Set includes eight places settings which then hang from a modern bamboo frame, giving them a sense of movement. A brilliant way to keep cutlery organised and within reach, the knives, forks, dessert spoons and teaspoons each hang from their own metal hook. Transforming simple tableware into a sculptural decoration, the Mango Cutlery Set & Stand is £155 from John Lewis.
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When cooking or baking something for the first time, preparation is often the key. Measuring out all your ingredients at the start can ensure everything goes smoothly and nothing is forgotten. The Zak Nesting Bowls are a great way to keep everything organised and easy to hand. The brightly coloured melamine bowls stack neatly to conserve storage space, while the range of sizes make them great for serving and cooking. A great addition to your summer kitchen, the Zak Nesting Bowls are £22.97 from Amazon.co.uk.
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Capturing the magic of wild gardens, the Emma's Garland pattern by designer Kim Parker will thrill both gardeners and cooks. Featuring a mix of complimenting designs, the 'Emma's Garland' collection creates a contemporary layered place setting. Over flowing with vines and blooms, Kim Parker recalls vintage floral patterns in new trendy colours. A wonderful pattern for casual dining, Emma's Garland by Spode brings a wild summer beauty to your dining room table. Available online from Smallislandtrader.co.uk:
Emma's Garland Tableware by Spode
20cm Plate - £8.51
27cm Plate - £10.21
