Vernonware Raffia

I mentioned wanting to focus on individual dish designs in blog posts and thought the best way to start it would be with the main set I collect and use, Vernonware Raffia (sometimes just called Vernon Raffia). I initially took notice of these dishes while watching Mad Men, and had to learn more about them. [...]

Vintage Dinnerware, Part 3

I had such a wonderful response to my last post on dinnerware, that I thought I would do another about the ever-growing list of dishes I am coveting. I have been having so much fun doing these posts, I was actually thinking of making it a more regular feature (maybe once every week or two), [...]

Vintage Dinnerware, part 2

In the past I have mentioned one of my greatest obsessions, vintage dishes. Since my last post on vintage dinnerware (3 years ago, dang!), I have amassed quite an eclectic collection of dishes. As you know, I started collecting and using as our main dishes the Vernon Raffia set made famous by none other than [...]

Facebook and a Mikasa Bowl

Last week I started a facebook page for my blog. I like being able to connect with my readers in different ways, and facebook is a really great way for me to get to know you all better as well. I would love it if you go and follow along. Short post for today, but [...]

French Toast with Blueberry Sauce

Lately I have been obsessing over dishes (again) online. Up until Christmas time last year when I got started on my Raffia collection (which is now two pieces away from being complete to me) I have always had ugly and boring Ikea dishes.While I completely adore my Vernonware Raffia set, when it comes to entertaining, [...]

Vintage Dinnerware

One thing in my home that I have always wanted an upgrade on are my dishes. I have a ton of vintage pieces, most of which seem to be serving bowls or platters, but none are matching. I don’t even want to get started on the dishes we use on a daily basis. I am [...]