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Repurpose Me: Glass mixing bowl shows off red, white and blue July 4th salad

July 2nd, 2009 · No Comments

Glass has so many uses for food, especially clear glass, when you want to make something special for a holiday treat.
This red, white and blue gelatin recipe has been around for many years in different versions. I thought a vintage glass mixing bowl would really show it off, and take up less space in the [...]

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Wedding table settings - vintage china makes memories

June 19th, 2009 · 6 Comments

Weddings - in June or any other time - celebrate traditions important to family and friends.
Vintage china, carefully selected to complement a wedding theme, can add meaning and beauty to your engagement party, rehearsal dinner or a wedding banquet. If the wedding will feature a big dinner, consider using vintage dinnerware on the head table [...]

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Summer Entertaining - Add the Right Dishes

May 19th, 2009 · No Comments

Summer entertaining time is here, and so are the sales on china and dinnerware. You’re thinking about serving corn on the cob, watermelon slices, iced tea and ice cream. Do you have the right pieces?
Here are some items to look for, to add to your tableware set in time for summer parties.

Corn holders. Shaped dishes [...]

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Mother’s Day: Top 5 Gifts for Moms Who Love Vintage

April 27th, 2009 · No Comments

What to get for your vintage-loving Mom for Mother’s Day ? It can be a challenge, but here are some ideas:

Use her kitchen theme as a starting point. Does she have a flower, a color or an animal as her common thread? If she likes chickens, for example, look for a cookie jar, mugs or [...]

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