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Archive for the ‘Tabletop’ Category

kelly wearstler for pickard
February 23, 2010 | Tabletop

The embodiment of Hollywood glamour, interior designer Kelly Wearstler has created exquisite interiors for clients including BG at Bergdorf Goodman, The Tides in Miami Beach and the Viceroy hotels in Palm Springs, Santa Monica, Miami and Anguilla. Now the talented entrepreneur has extended her signature style – of bold colors,…
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michael aram olive branch bowl
February 16, 2010 | Coveted, Gifts + Registry, Tabletop

Make happy hour a stylish and simple affair by filling a Michael Aram nut bowl or olive dish with a selection of savories to accompany your favorite cocktails. We like this little hand hammered olive bowl from the Bronzed Botanical Collection. “I love the idea of an object’s function being…
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dwell
February 1, 2010 | Tablescape, Tabletop

In a modern tablescape the combination of grey and white could not be more chic.  From Dwell Studios, the Gate collection of placements, napkins and runners is inspired by the ornate trellis work of European gardens.  The graphics are elegant yet playful at the same time.  A few simple stems…
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paul timman
January 21, 2010 | Gifts + Registry, Tabletop

We all know the expression, “you are what you eat.”  Now what you choose to eat off may also reflect your unique personality. In a step away from the traditional, Ink Dish is a tabletop company that collaborates with cutting edge design partners to create original collections of dishware. The…
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eddie ross milkglass bowl
November 17, 2009 | Etsy Finds, Tabletop

For a shopper with the patience to rummage and an expert eye, a flea market can be filled with hidden treasures. Fortunately for most, Eddie Ross, former design editor of Martha Stewart Living and contestant on Bravo’s Top Design, has already done the work by curating a collection of vintage…
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glassybaby

Lighting a candle – whether for a private vigil or a lively party – can change the energy in a room.  With a candle in a glassybaby votive , the gesture can contribute to improving a person’s life.  Created by Lee Rhodes, a cancer survivor who wanted to find a…
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To-Go Ware
October 16, 2009 | Eco-Chic Entertaining, Tabletop

A fast paced lifestyle means that you always have to be ready to go.  Whether you are heading to an impromptu picnic or grabbing a take-out lunch, portable and reusable tableware is a great alternative to disposable plastics. To-Go Ware features a smart-looking set of portable bamboo utensils including a…
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wine punts

Many of life’s big moments are marked by a great bottle of wine (or two).  For the nostalgic, you can now cherish the memory even further by sending those special bottles to Wine Punts who will transform them into unique drinking glasses. The Colorado Springs company has been creating these…
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bodum
September 29, 2009 | Tabletop

There are times when you may sacrifice form in favor of function but never in the case of Bodum.  The minimalist brand from Copenhagen, best known for their French Coffee Press, has been creating beautiful and affordable products for everyday life since 1944. Bodum’s new Cool Collection features a standout…
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francespalmer pitcher
August 19, 2009 | Gifts + Registry, Tabletop

There is a certain beauty in imperfections, especially when it comes to the handmade pieces of American potter, Frances Palmer.  Based in Connecticut, Palmer is known for her irreverently shaped tableware and accessories including vases, footed bowls and cake plates all adorned with whimsical details.  For private clients, Palmer throws…
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etsy dandelion

Opposites attract.  This pair of ceramic mugs, one white and one black, are hand painted with a delicate dandelion design in the reverse color.  Heat sealed and dishwasher safe, they would make an affordable gift for a housewarming or an appropriate gift for a co-worker. The collection, which includes plates…
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Laura Zindel
July 13, 2009 | Tabletop

Inspired by Victorian Cabinets of Curiosity, the ceramic dinnerware collection by artist Laura Zindel Lauterbach and her husband features exquisitely hand drawn images of spiders, snakes, ladybugs, butterflies and beetles that adorn everything from serving platters to water pitchers. Each piece of earthenware is made by hand with non-toxic low…
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