A pleasure to tour the updated The Ivy House store in Dallas. Laura May, the owner, took me for a tour of her ode to fine china. I learned that her shop is named after Josiah Wedgwood’s home in England.
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When is the last time you received a Starbucks gift card? I’ve received them as holiday gifts, and I’ve given them to sales reps as thank you gifts. Starbucks gift cards, like their shops, are ubiquitous. They are almost as popular as gift cards from our nemesis: Amazon.com. Just about every month, a company offers me an Amazon gift card if I sign up for a service. WBGO, the local, Newark-based, non-profit radio station known for jazz, recently offered me an Amazon gift ...
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Yes, our trays are not historic, but the story of the Sandwich is. The sandwich has come a long way from a hunk of beef and cheese between bread.
“The sandwich as we know it was popularized in England in 1762 by John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich. Legend has it, and most food historians agree, that Montagu had a substantial gambling problem that led him to spend hours on end at the card table. During a particularly long binge, he asked the house cook to bring him something he ...
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We're happy to share that Halcyon Days has joined Bridge as a Smart Brand. Please find the press release below.
For Immediate Release
Halcyon Days Partners with Bridge
English luxury lifestyle brand joins the e-commerce community to support U.S. retailer base
March 30, 2020
New York, NY — Halcyon Days, a designer of English handcrafted and manufactured luxury goods, has joined an online sales platform to help its authorized retailers increase sales.
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February 11, 2020
February 11, 2020
Beatriz winning last night Tableware International 2020 Award of Excellence in the outdoor tableware category for her Nube melamine designs at the Ambiente Fair, in Frankfurt, Germany.
The prestigious awards were judged by a panel of 27 industry experts, retailers and designers from all over the world, France, Germany, Russia, Greece, England, New Zealand and many, more.
By her side are Paul Yeomans and Mairead Wilmot, manager and editor of Tableware International ...
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June 24, 2019
June 24, 2019
We even have the perfect hostess gifts for international visits! This gift set will make its way across the pond for a customer in England. There are no limits when working with local businesses.
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June 6, 2019
June 6, 2019
The Vienne glassware pattern was inspired by vintage-cut crystal born out of Bohemia, France, and England in the 19th Century. This feminine Juliska collection is everyday glassware for the romantic.
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May 31, 2019
May 31, 2019
Lavish detailing and majestic shapes herald Juliska’s Jardins Du Monde collection, which pays homage to four of the world’s most beautiful gardens - Landriana in Italy, Villandry in France, Alcazar in Spain, and Heligan in England. Made in Portugal. Dishwasher, freezer, microwave, and oven safe. Sure to add a dash of elegant grandeur to any table.
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May 18, 2019
May 18, 2019
William Yeoward Studio is a new creation in the beautiful glass line from William Yeoward of England. Every piece is made by hand and unique in its own beauty. The new line has barware, carafes, vases as well as other one of a kind entertaining pieces.
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January 9, 2019
January 9, 2019
Inspired by the world’s most beautiful gardens, Juliska’s Jardin Du Monde collection pays tribute to the botanical splendor of Landriana in Italy, Villandry in France, Alcazar in Spain, and Heligan in England. Dishwasher, freezer, microwave, and oven safe.
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June 1, 2018
June 1, 2018
Traditional @farmhousebiscuitsltd made in England.
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March 15, 2018
March 15, 2018
Time to lighten the table with these gorgeous Blue Torquay plates. Clinging to the coast of Devon in Southern England was the elegant resort town of Torquay, renowned for its mild climate and its abundant marine life. The shells and entwined sea grasses inspired the Swansea potters who flourished between 1764 and 1846. This pattern was created Circa 1820. Made originally in the traditional English transferware style. Torquay enjoys just as much popularity today.
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February 22, 2018
February 22, 2018
ime to lighten the table with these gorgeous Mottahedeh Blue Torquay plates!
Clinging to the coast of Devon in southern England was the elegant resort town of Torquay, renowned for its mild climate and its abundant marine life.The shells and entwined sea grasses inspired the Swansea potters who flourished between 1764 and 1846.This pattern was created circa 1820. Made originally in the traditional English transferware style, Torquay enjoys just as much popularity today.
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December 5, 2016
December 5, 2016
Ready for winter? Here’s what The Farmer’s Almanac predicts: We expect temperatures to be much colder than last winter but above normal, with below-normal snowfall overall. The snowiest exception is the northern tier of the U.S. Snowfall will also be above normal from southern New England and western New York southward through the Appalachians, from Minnesota through Michigan’s UP and southward to St. Louis, and from central North Dakota westward to the Pacific.
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July 6, 2016
July 6, 2016
Mouthblown and hand-finished, this organically-shaped dual champagne bucket is designed for two bottles. the thick walls and heavy base have a commanding presence and quality suitable for the most special of occasions. Gift boxed from LSA International
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May 24, 2016
May 24, 2016
Since its inception in the 1870s, the Gluggle Jug has had a remarkable history and continues to increase in popularity. Quirky and traditional, each jug produces a merry gluggling sound when liquid is poured at three quarters full. These ceramic jugs are available in three different sizes, in a vibrant range of colors. This amazing water jug can also be used as a wine carafe, flower vase, utensil jug, or simply as a decoration to complement your interior
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January 20, 2016
January 20, 2016
Launched in celebration of LSA International's 50th anniversary, Circle’s new mixed material designs are a modern interpretation of traditional serveware and accessories. n versatile shapes for contemporary serving,storage and display n glass mouthblown by artisans n ash from FSC certified sources
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January 14, 2016
January 14, 2016
Since its inception in the 1870s, the Gluggle Jug has had a remarkable history and continues to increase in popularity. Quirky and traditional, each jug produces a merry gluggling sound when liquid is poured at three quarters full.
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February 25, 2015
February 25, 2015
Since the late 1800s, Gluggle Jugs have been bringing entertainment and novelty to our tables, gluggling merrily when poured from three quarters full. As a fully functional water jug, these unique and quirky pieces provide a practical addition to any dining table while adding a twist of humor. Produced in Stoke-On-Trent, England, our jugs display the true capabilities of Wade’s design and manufacturing expertise, making use of the finest British raw materials and skilled craftmanship to produce ...
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