Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Lenox Murray Hill Platinum Banded Bone China Accent Mug



Lenox Murray Hill Platinum Mug
I really love this mug and I use it every day. Actually, I am very satisfied with all of the Lenox items I have bought to date.





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Spode Blue Italian Sandwich Tray



Beautiful but a little small
Got this for my sister-in-law from her wish list. It looked a little small to me but she loved it. Check the dimensions for yourself before you order. I was expecting a functional tray.

Should list country of orgin.
Buyer beware. Although this tray is quite nice. It is made in China, not England. I have many spode pieces, and all are from England.

Beautiful Tray
I gave it for Christmas to my mother, who absolutely loved it. It is smaller than I expected, but that's really only my fault as it says right in the product description that it's 13" long.

Not having used it, I cannot speak of its utility. It is really nice to look at either way.

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Lenox Butterfly Meadow Bone Porcelain Round Covered Casserole



Large Elegant Casserole or Soup Tureen
This Lenox piece holds an extremely large quantity of soup or casserole. It is microwave and oven proof to 350 degrees, so you can cook and serve in the same beautiful casserole/soup tureen. Handles are sturdy, but short, so they are hard to grip with a cloth pot holder, but easy to grip with bare hands. Because of this feature, you may decide to use this as a serving dish only. Good for a large group rather than due to large capacity. We are a family of 2, so we would prefer a smaller casserole from Lenox.

Good quality, pretty, a bit smaller then I expected
This casserole is very pretty. It has two different pictures on its 2 side (the photo is just showing one of them). It's very detailed and pretty. However, it's smaller than what I expected so be sure to check the size because you buy it. The cover is also very detailed and pretty. Made in Indonesia. I recommend it.

Lenox Butterfly Meadow Bone Porcelain Dinnerware Covered Casserole Dish
Purchased as a gift for my sister who had a large set of this pattern which she loves (all pieces ovenproof and dishwasherproof!) I noticed she didn't have a covered vegetable dish and asked her if they weren't available and she said they were just too expensive. So I was thrilled to find one on Amazon for half the price she expected to pay!

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Lenox Landmark Platinum Bone China Dinner Plate



Landmark Platinum Bone China Plate
I was looking for a couple of more plates to complete my set. Two plates were available on Amazon at a very good price. I am very pleased with my purchase.





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Monday, December 9, 2013

Dansk Variation V 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



A new generation of Variation V
I've had Dansk Variation V for 35 years, including pieces manufactured in Denmark, Finland, Japan, Korea, and China. There are slight but real differences in the shapes of each utensil type (spoon, fork, etc) from country to country of manufacture. These latest sets are made in China; the polish is higher, and the molds are clearly different. If you have acquired this pattern in recent years you may not notice; if you have originals, you will. It's a bit too soon to tell how well these pieces will "age" (stand up to the dishwasher, etc). Otherwise, they blend in with the older pieces except when lined up with like items (ie, spoons, forks, etc). For the price, these are a great value.

Dansk Variation V flatware
I ordered some individual pieces recently to add to my set which I have had since 1970. Actually, I only needed the teaspoons. Well, I returned the teaspoons and kept the rest. The forks are a different shape and the knives had spots after one washing but I decided to keep them anyway. The stainless is not up to the original standards of manufacturer. My biggest disappointment was the size of the teaspoons. They were much smaller. And the teaspoon is already on the smallish side. They are manufactured in China and I was truly not satisfied.

Chinese-made Dansk not up to Dansk Standards
Upon close observation and after a week of casual use, I am very disappointed with the current production of Dansk Variation V silverware. For one, the Chinese-made versions no longer match the style of the previous 40+ years of production for this model. It is similar, but too different to add to an existing set of older, superbly-crafted Variation V silverware. As for quality/finish, the inside edges of the fork blades are not polished and food particles cling to those roughly-milled inside edges. It's too bad that company's worldwide throw away their quality standards in pursuit of cheap, Chinese labor. I think I'm being generous to give this product 2 stars.

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Royal Worcester Evesham Gold Porcelain 15-by-12-inch Oval Platter



Evesham
The Royal Worcester Evesham Gold Porcelain oval platter I bought was very beautiful. It was received promptly in good shape. I'm very proud of my dishes.





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Royal Worcester Evesham Gold Porcelain Teapot and Cover



Teapot
When we broke the lid on our Royal Evesham teapot which we hand selected in England, we immediately looked on Amazon. Lo and behold, Amazon had the teapot we wanted and at a less expensive price then we had paid in England. When the pot arrived, it was well packed to prevent damage. We are delighted with this product.





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Reed & Barton English Chippendale Sterling Silver 4-Piece Flatware Place Set



Reed and Barton English Chippendale Sterling Silver Flatware - 5PC
I originally chose this pattern for my wedding back in 1989. I am so delighted with the delicate pattern and classic style.

The sterling is high quality, and I really enjoy polishing it to a fine sparkle. The pattern is not bulky but very refined and charming.

I purchased 12-5PC place settings for $109 each between 1989-1999 from a wholesale fine china shop in Long Island, NY. The value of these place settings is now around $900/5PC setting.

They have increased substantially in value. This is Reed and Barton's finest pattern of sterling flatware.

They would not be suitable for engraving because of the delicate floral pattern at the handle base. Engraving would ruin this pattern.

Unlike many sterling makers, my butter knife is completely sterling silver and not a sterling handle with stainless blade.

This is something you will want to ask the merchant because it makes a difference in the value of the piece...





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Waterford Crystal Lismore 12-Ounce Double Old Fashion



Best Service / Best Value
The glasses were a gift and arrived in perfect condition. The price was most competitive and the free shipping contributed to my decision to purchase once again with Amazon.

not what it once was!!!
save your money,go to the discount store,buy the chinese knock offs!! this glass in no way is waterford quality,the rim is very thick.there is no fire or sparkle to it.i own a good lot of crtystal,this is just a piece of heavy,expensive glass

Beautiful Glasses & Price was excellent
Just like any Waterford, they are not cheap. I ordered through 4 for 3 deal, excellent quality and the price was very good, almost 45% off MSRP.

Initally, I was not pleased when I saw sticky label, made in Slovenia becuase I thought they were knock offs or seconds. I called Waterford USA, they informed me that pretty much none is made in Ireland unless you are the King of Kings.

Will buy as gifts to family memebers Christmas 2011.

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Lenox Liberty Gold Banded 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



Great Merchandise
I bought this as a gift for my daughter-in-law to add to her china. I knew the pattern was lovely and this dealer had 'like new' merchandise. We are not disappointed; great buy.





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Mikasa Park Lane Martini



A manly martini glass
Looking for a birthday gift for my wife, and after searching the internet for hours and coming across some acceptable - but very expensive - possibilities, I finally found these on Amazon. Ordered them and have absolutely no regrets. They are nice and heavy crystal glasses and my wife likes them as much as I do even though, as the title suggests, I find them rather manly. I guess the beautiful crystal appearance also makes them extremely womanly too. And, an extremely reasonable price!

LOVE, LOVE Mikasa Park Lane!!!
As reviewed for the Mikasa Park Lane highball - I just love this pattern. Mikasa no longer produces it.

I have purchased several items from Speedy One - GREAT SELLER!!! So great, that I will always check with this seller before I look elsewhere.

FAST response to queries!
FAST shipping!
GREAT packaging - nothing will break!!

THANKS!

Mikasa Park Lane Martini glass
This is the best martini glass ever! It's design assures that it's virtually impossible to tip it over. And, even though it's elegant crystal, it's heavy enough that they don't suffer any damage in the dishwasher. I now have the entire collection in this pattern..from wine to champagne..and of course Martini. Cheers!!!!

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Mikasa Arctic Lights Double Old-Fashioned



great glasses!
These are beautiful, heavy glasses of a good size. I got them to make caiperinias in - I needed something bigger than 8 oz. - but smaller than 14 oz.! They have nice, heavy bottoms that make muddling the limes easier.

They weren't cheap - but you get what you pay for!

I would buy them again!

expensive but worth it
I needed handsome glasses yet with a base sturdy enough to withstand the mashing of the muddling stick when making Caipirinhas - Mikasa's Arctic Lights fit the bill perfectly. JLM

Oozes class
This glass is great. It absolutely oozes class. You will know it the first time you drop a couple ice cubes in it and hear the ring. I have tried drinking Scotch out of my cheap again glasses and it sure seems to taste different. The experience is certainly heightened by having a quality glass to drink from. When you're paying $50+ for a bottle of Scotch, what's $20 for a glass to drink it from?

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Spode Blue Italian Covered Sugar Bowl



Tiny sugar bowl to match tiny creamer!
I pictured this much larger -- it's tiny. Am disappointed in its size. Would like to have purchased a normal sized sugar and creamer. Perhaps these don't exist anymore.

Sweet
This matches the china I inherited from my mother; I used it recently for a special tea and people were so complimentary about it.



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Spode Blue Italian Creamer



Spode Blue Italian creamer
Beautiful Spode piece. I was pleasantly surprised it had a Make in England stamp on the bottom. I was expecting it would be manufactured in China. I wish Amazon would specify where the Spode pieces are made.

Made in England stamped, Blue and White, Lightweight Loveliness
This perfectly shaped 'Blue Italian' Spode creamer arrived quickly and safely, well-packaged in a Spode collector box, with its 'Made in England' stamp at the bottom plus added promises for dishwasher and microwave safety and convenience. This creamer matches wonderfully with my 'Made in England' stamped 'Blue Italian' Spode teacups and saucers, which were purchased from Amazon a number of years ago. With near daily use, the 'Blue Italian' Spode teacups and saucers have held up to microwave and dishwasher treatment, and I expect no less from this new creamer. If this is stoneware, it is delicately lightweight like hardened porcelain or fine bone china. Though delicate in feel and appearance, I trust it will be as strong as the teacups and saucers have been for years. Time will tell but I have high hopes based on my tireless experience with the 'Blue Italian' Spode cups and saucers.

Being an herbal tea and hot chocolate 'in pretty quality cups' enthusiast, I use my many...

So so cute!
Cute little creamer, but made well and very heavy, typical of Spode. I adore it and love to see it pouring my cream each morning.

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Sunday, December 8, 2013

Mikasa Flame D'Amore Martini



Very nice
I bought two of these after I was down to one from my previous set. These are well made sexy looking glasses that are just the right size and look good in my bar. Its about 6 onces which is a really fat double. Some of the glasses on amazon are 12 oz. I cant imagine why anyone would need a 12 oz martini glass. These however are pefect.





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Spode Blue Italian Soup Plate



very nice!!
These are my favorite bowls, they can really be used for almost anything.....soup, salad, pasta, or rice dishes. Easily cleans in the dishwasher, and a wonderful size





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Spode Blue Italian Teapot



Made in England Blue on White Perfection
This teapot offers a beautifully classic blue and white look, with the lovely old Italian scene of a pictorial country setting and the delicately lovely floral homage to fine china beginnings in China. Complete with a `Made in England' stamp on the bottom, this gloriously shaped 'Blue Italian' Spode Teapot arrived well bubble-wrap packaged within and without of its Spode collector box. This teapot seems to be porcelain or fine bone china in appearance and weight, but this Spode line has been listed as earthenware and stoneware too so maybe only Spode knows, but if it is either of those latter heftier two, it is very lightweight for those wares.

Also listed as dishwasher and microwave safe, I can personally vouch for that promise on my coordinating `Made in England Spode Blue Italian' teacups and saucers, because they have been used nearly daily, and have faced the microwave and dishwasher here continually for years, without any hint of aging, crackling or fading. I also...

Tea time
A perfect addition to my set of china; I have received many compliments about the shape and color. It looks elegant at tea time.

THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL TEAPOT
If you like English style, then the Spode collection is perfect - and this teapot reflects the best of this English tradition.

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Yamazaki Victoria Gold Accent 5-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Place Setting, Service for 1



Simple Elegance
This is a beautiful flatware set that pairs well with fancy china or simpler dinnerware. Because it has both gold and silver, it beautifies tables set with different color schemes. I use it for all my special dinners when guests come or my family gathers. It is a heavier weight stainless that balances well.





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Mikasa Arctic Lights Martini



Beautiful Martini Glass
We added these Martini glasses to our crystal collection because Arctic Lights is our pattern, and well... the price was right. They are beautiful and can be used for serving desserts as well as your favorite drinks. They will look great on your bar or in your china cabinet.





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Spode Blue Italian Vegetable Dish and Cover



Photo doesn't do it justice!
This dish is much bigger than I thought it would be. It is rectangular and thickly made - very substantial and beautiful!





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Johnson Brothers Friendly Village Assorted Buffet Plates, Set of 12



Very Nice
I ordered these plates with the intention of using them this coming fall. After they arrived, I changed my mind, for they can easily be used into winter months or all year round. I am very happy with my beautiful plates. Extremely fast shipping.





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Johnson Brothers Friendly Village Covered Vegetable



BEST PRODUCT IN YOUR KITCHEN
I'M VERY HAPPY I LOVED IS SUPERO GOOD KEEP FOOD WARM FOR LONG TIME IS DISH WASHED SAFE SIDE AND PRICE SI MAGNIFICA I'M SASTIFEDED CUSTUMER WITH THIS AND OTHER PLATES EVERYTHING FROM JOHNSON BROTHERS I RECOMENDED TO ENY ONE TO BUY THANK YOU SINCERELY
ISABEL MATHERLY

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these products are true to label and a must have in any ones dinner ware collection and affordable. I have added to ours and now think I have a great table presentation

Love it
This covered vegetable is just lovely and, of course, the same beautiful pattern that I love. I would mention that it is a bit smaller than the standard size serving bowls we have now. I think our portions today are larger so our modern serving bowls are larger. So if it appears a bit smaller it's probably because this is from a different time when we ate less...I think!

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Johnson Brothers Friendly Village 19.5-Inch Turkey Platter



Friendly Village Turkey Platter
This is a wonderful item that is gorgeous. It is very large and is colored to match the rest of the Friendly Village china set. I am very pleased with it. It will become a regular part of our holiday dinners!!!

One big platter!
In keeping with the quality of Johnson Brothers products, it is very nice. Held my 25 pound turkey, and when not in use looks great on my Welch Cupboard.

DB

Beautiful
My wife loves it - although it seems a lot larger than either of us expected. It makes her happy. Whether we ever use it or not is another question

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Lenox Hancock Gold Banded Ivory China Teapot



perfect tea pot
the lenox tea pot is absolutely gorgeous I was very impressed by the detail of the tea pot .I'm very happy with my purchase and the vendor.





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Rosenthal studio-line Suomi White Mug



perfect cup for rich people
Thin china, wide ribbon for a handle, just right taper to the sides - five stars, BUT at that price I should have received a half dozen, not a single, expensive cup. Next time I'll read better what I'm getting.





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Saturday, December 7, 2013

Lenox Hannah Platinum Bone China All Purpose Bowl



tiny tiny
It is so tiny. It's like a finger bowl. For the price it is, it is not really worth it.

better than any other bowls
This is a multipurpose bowl, one was chipped, replaced without issue as always. Free shipping makes it one of the cheapest places to buy but I have seen the price fluctuate on amazon now. This fluctuation in new, before it was always the cheapest place to buy



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Lenox Vintage Jewel Frosted 3-Piece Stainless Steel Serving Set



bought two sets
glad i bought two sets. threw a party the other weekend and needed the two sets for all the food. picked this up when dillards had it on sale for $13.50 a set. totally worth it for that price. couldn't bring myself to pay $60, though.

Stainless Serving Set
This, and the other Lenox Vintage Frosted flatware I ordered through Amazon.com are wonderful -- but I'm prejudice...it was my selection of the pattern and I am very picky about the things I spend good money on!! So this stainless is very exciting to me, and I am glad to have the full set, which now includes also the hostess set and a total of 12 place settings! May want some extras at some point of the serving and hostess sets.



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Lenox Pearl Innocence Platinum Banded Ivory China Pasta Bowl/Rim Soup



Lenox bowl
This Lenox bowl was to replace one the broke. It was the perfect match, the price was reasonable and it came in perfect condition.





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Royal Worcester Corinth Platinum Bone China 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



Gift
Single place setting for one son who moved to NY City just before Christmas. This is what he wanted. Guess he going on a slow collection so it doesn't cost so much. Very nice choice. Not flashy but tasteful. I would have gone for something more colorful but it wasn't my choice.





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Johnson Brothers Friendly Village Covered Sugar



Sugar bowl to complete the set in style
Very quick service and very well packaged. Johnson Brothers Friendly Village is a delightful design and in this case much better executed than the overseas manufactured pieces.

An excellent product
The sugar bowl was just as pretty as pictured, it arrived as promissed and in perfect condition. I would order it again if I needed another, but let's hope not!



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Wilton Armetale William and Mary Serving Bowl, Medium, Round, 12-3/4-Inch



Excellent Price and Product
Shipping was quick. Price was the best online. Product was the real thing. I already owned this Wilton Armetale Pewter bowl and purchased it as a gift for someone else, so I knew what to expect. I would recommend it to anyone.





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Wilton Armetale Flutes and Pearls Bowl, Round, 11-3/4-Inch



Love this stuff
I've bought a few pieces of this serveware and I just love it. It's easy to clean, keeps cold food cold and looks beautiful on the table. Very durable and keeps its good looks use after use. I will be buying more.

Keeps hot or cold and looks pretty!
I recieved this as a gift along with the platter. I use this to keep salad (potato salad, spinach salad) cold when I know the food will be out on the table for a while. When everyone is gone and I clear the table the bowl is still cold to touch! And it looks very nice on the table. I don't know how it works but it's a great piece to have.



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Gorham Column Frosted Stainless Flatware 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



Beautifully made silverware
This is a beautifully made silverware set. the weight of the pieces is perfect if you like silverware on the slightly heavier end. The details and look is something that is hard to appreciate in a picture. I saw this at macy's for 80 and knew it would be much cheaper online. I bought a single set for travel so that I wouldn't have to use cheap disposable silverware or more commonly when I don't trust the cleanliness of the restaurants silverware as I am a bit paranoid. One thing to remember is this stuff cannot be washed in a dishwasher and must be washed by hand.

Reliable
Quick and reliable. Will do business again with them. No problems with the order. Ordered and received items were of great quality at a great price.

Very nice
Bought this for a gift. Very well made and looks good. Looks very nice on the table for casual or more elegant. Would recommend.

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Mikasa Parchment 14-Inch Oval Platter



China
I order the entire vajilla, and the major pieces came in good condition, and are really beautiful. This piece came with some scratches on, that were there when it was pack, so because of that I give this a 3.5 stars instead of 4.5-





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Friday, December 6, 2013

Mikasa Parchment Round Vegetable Bowl



Mikasa Parchment Round Vegetable Bowl
I bought a Parchment vegetable bowl at $34.99 on sale (invoice also indicated such). When bowl arrived, it was the wrong bowl--Crown Jewel Platinum. When I attempted to get a replacement from Amazon, I was informed that the bowl was no longer available by a customer service representative. It was available as per their website, but at the $58 original price. I usually buy books from Amazon and have had no problems, but I would be careful with buying dishes.

Just Great!
I love this china pattern its so classic, anyways I recomend getting more vegitable bowls than platters I learned that one the hard way... I recomend all of the pieces in this set, for the glasses I chose the Mikasa Sonata, and for flatware Gorham Frosted Melon Bud.



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Wilton Armetale Flutes and Pearls Tray, Oval, 12-Inch by 14-1/2-Inch



Attractive as well as functional
I now own two of Wilton Armetale Flutes and have started giving them as gifts. Serving dishes that are classy and modern and will keep your foods either hot or cold. I use the bowl for my salads and just yesterday a fruit salad for a baby shower. The plates and platters are great for serving platters for your meats and will keep the meat hot while people are serving themselves. I am wishing I had a closet just to store the many size dishes Wilton has to offer. Great for Bridal Shower, Wedding, Anniversary, Birthday...or even a house warming gift. You won't go wrong.





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Lenox Hayworth Gold-Banded 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



Elegant dishes!
I already have a set of 4 and added 1 more set but the family is growing and I want to increase the place settings to 8 so I had been searching for this for a long time. Finally I have the 3 place settings and I am just so in love with it. The ones I just bought are a little use with some scratches in the bottom of some plates but it still looks elegant to use on special occasion. They are very formal and yet not so the design is simple yet so classy. The package came right on time and was definitely well packaged.





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Yamazaki Austen ICE 5 Piece Placesetting



high quality simple elegance
We got this set when we got married over 5 yrs ago from a Macy's registry. They have still held up perfectly and now I need to order some replacements for a few pieces that have mysteriously disappeared... we do a lot of entertaining and I'm proud of the elegance and simplicity of this flatware. Highly recommended!

Yamazaki Austen ICE 5 Piece Placesetting
Wow item was perfect. Arrived Fast and at half the price of others.



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Wilton Armetale Scallop Handled Buffet Tray, Oval, 13-1/4-Inch by 20-1/2-Inch



Beautiful, Useful, Practical and Durable
This is pretty enough to look great on a buffet or holding hors d'oeuvres on your coffee table, but unlike a silver tray you won't worry about nicking, scratching or banging it around a bit because its durable -- and you won't feel like you've spent a small fortune on something with limited use. For those new to Armetale, one of the benefits is that it can be chilled to help keep cold things cold, or heated to help keep hot things hot.





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Royal Doulton Carmina 11 1/2-Ounce Covered Sugar Bowl



Royal Doulton Carmina covered sugar bowl
This product arrived as described. Shipping was fast and well packaged. thank you





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SIENA MATTE 3PC SERV SET



Beautiful and simple design.
I have had this set for 10 years and it still looks great! The metal is strong and having a buffed finish makes it nearly impossible to show any scuffs or scratches.





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Portmeirion Pomona Covered Butter Dish



Perfection+
Oh my! The first butter dish arrived broken (only took two days to get here). I called and absolutely no hassle only a most gracious apology and promise to get a new one out immediately. It was here in the day after... beautiful and fully intact! I was amazed and so thankful for amazon shopping.

Love this butter dish!
This butter dish is perfect for the fat butter sticks. I haven't tried putting two sticks in it I buy the "Lurpak" butter or an Irish butter that I get at my local grocery, and this is perfect for it. I love the pattern and the ceramic is very high quality.

Beautiful
It took a while for Amazon to get better packaging for this product, but they did come through. I was amazed it appears they took my suggestions (and probably other folks') to use more bubble wrap. Nice to know Amazon actually listens to their customers. This butter dish is exquisite.

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Reed & Barton Sylvan-Matte 18/10 Stainless Steel 4-Piece Flatware Hostess Set



Product and Deliverly
Ordered complete set of Reed and Barton for my daughter's house warming gift. The stainless steel flatware set is beautiful; just what I had hoped for. Nice, heavy weight and very elegant in appearance. Hostess set arrived first still waiting on other pieces before I surprise her with this lovely flatware! Very happy with the deliverly on this set, very prompt.





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Mikasa Parchment Covered Sugar Bowl



Love this collection
I love the Mikasa Parchment collection. It is what I registered for when I got married. There were a few pieces that we had not received and they are much cheaper on Amazon than at Macy's. This sugar bowl is too cute.





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Reed & Barton Bellevue-Matte 18/8 Stainless Steel 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



Simple elegant flatware
I bought a couple sets to give me a complete set of 12. They are heavyweight, excellent quality. Looks great with my china or everyday dishes.





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Reed & Barton Longwood-Matte 18/10 Stainless Steel 5-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1



Very nice and sturdy silverware
We chose the Reed & Barton Longwood-Matte set for our wedding registry as it was a nice design and sturdy silverware that could be used for everyday dining. It has held up very well for over five years of everyday use and has been through the dishwasher many times and still looks very good. I like that it is/was sturdier than other silverware we looked at without being too big. The matte finish is a nice touch.

Place setting
Delivered promptly in good condition, though outer boxes a little older, made no impact on the actual product. Good deal.



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Mikasa Platinum Crown Round Vegetable Bowl



Beautiful Bowl
This bowl is beautiful and helps to complete my collection. I would recommend this pattern to anyone who is looking for a versitile, elegant china pattern.





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Thursday, December 5, 2013

Gorham Melon Bud Frosted 4-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Serving Set



A gift for my daughter-in-law
It's a gift that I'm saving til Christmas, so no real review yet. But how can you go wrong with this company or pattern? I'm thinking about getting the other set as well.





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Portmeirion Pomona Covered Sugar Romantic Shape



Just right
Perfect! This is a great size for a covered sugar. Completes the table setting and gets many compliments. Everyone likes it.





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Portmeirion Botanic Garden Condiment Pot with Spoon



A cute, tiny dish with limited use
This pot is so small its use is limited, however, its daintiness adds a delicate charm to a table setting. I am currently using it as a salt dish for which it works nicely. I can't see using it as a mustard, mayonnaise, relish or jam pot, given its size, since it wouldn't hold more than a few servings, but of course one could. If you collect Portmeirion for decor purposes, this pot adds contrast to larger pieces.

tiny!
As with all Portmeirion this piece is so beautiful....and very delicate. I honestly thought the mustard pot would be bigger! I was surprised to open the box and see that is was so tiny!! I got this as a gift for my mother for Christmas, because she owns and still collects most of the Portmeirion collection. I hope she likes the mustard pot I will give her....even though it is such a small gift!



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