Chic and timeless, it’s no wonder so many gravitate towards black and white kitchen décor. Want to add a touch of modern sophistication to your dinning room or kitchen for spring? From black and white vases to a black and white butter dish, here are some ideas to add to your table.
Wow, what a day! By the time we made it to our destination, the pottery shop was closed for lunch. So we took the hint and went to find our own lunch spot. We drove into Cassis, a picturesque little town nestled into a harbor on the Mediterranean, often described as the poor man’s St….
We’ve all been there: you need a gift for a housewarming or birthday party but are fresh out of ideas. It should be fun but practical, unique yet not too outlandish, and above all not boring. This is where salt & pepper sets come in. With so many possibilities, they may just be the ideal small gift for…
One of the best things about ceramics is their ability to combine function with art. A masterfully-painted design you can eat off! That said, there are some plates and platters you would rather just look at – I grew up with handpainted Italian plates like these on my parents’ walls. Wall plates are making a comeback…
I love visiting Mexico. The people are so friendly, the food is delicious, I get to use my Spanish, and on top of all that, I can see Mexican artists make ceramics, weave all manner of gorgeous cloth, work metal or leather, and create other beautiful traditional crafts. With Día de los Muertos (the Day of the…
Blue and white is a popular color combination, though not all blue and white ceramics have the same feel. I think the flexibility of blue and white explains the combo’s success since it can adapt so easily to any decorating style. For example, blue and white ceramics from Mexico have a quite contemporary feel while Italian blue and…
I love the fall… from the crisp weather and changing leaves, to the excuse to pull out my favorite wool sweaters and boots. It’s also the start of party season, which means decorating for the upcoming holidays. I am drawn to rustic, nature-inspired decorations around Halloween and Thanksgiving, like gourds, wreaths, and white candles. And…