Adding New Color and Patterns With Glass
The holidays are a great time of year to review your fine tableware needs and update your collection with new and beautiful pieces that will add color and vibrancy to your dining room table. From serving bowls to cake plates, glass tableware is available in a wide selection of patterns and colors that will coordinate well with your existing pieces. Glass tableware is a wonderful choice not only because of its aesthetic qualities but because it will not warp or discolor over time like plastic and metal serving dishes.
Colors and Pattens
When it comes to serving any food, presentation is important and that is why beautiful serving dishes are an important part of any tableware collection. From the salt and pepper shakers to the dessert stand, glass can be introduced to your table in a variety of forms. Glass comes many colors including ruby red, cobalt blue, emerald green, pink, aqua, clear, Vaseline, marigold and carnival and can be mixed and matched beautifully on one table. By using all glass tableware you can use different patterns (such as thistle or maple leaf) and create a unique presentation.
Care & Storage
Whether you are just starting or adding to your existing tableware collection, it is important to remember a few simple things. First, glass is somewhat and it can break when it is not properly stored. Keep all glass on level shelved or carefully wrapped individually and packaged in boxes. Second, not all glass is microwave or dishwasher safe so it is important to ask if you are unsure. Look for true colored glass (natural minerals are added directly to the glass) to ensure the color will not fade or chip away over time. Glass tableware is a simple addition to any collection and can make a big difference in the overall look and feel of your holiday (or any time of year) table.
Where to Shop
LookInTheAttic & Company offers a large selection of fine glass tableware including cake plates, serving bowls and plates, pitchers, tumblers, salt and pepper shaker sets and butter dishes. Ask questions such as 1) is this item available in multiple sizes and 2) what colors are available? Remember that glass colors and patterns can be mixed and matched easily on the same table and create a beautiful display. Create a wonderful holiday table this year with a new fine tableware collection.
Kohn Coleman born in Michigan - received his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 2000. He is president of LookInTheAttic & Company online at http://www.LookInTheAttic.com and authors numerous articles and publications on historical architecture.