Everyday drinkware that’s anything but ordinary, with an eye-catching tortoiseshell motif that makes a moment of everything from your homemade lemonade to Aperol Spritz. This richly hued collection features translucent brown bodies and dark tortoiseshell specks that will be a handsome addition to any dining table or home bar.
Stop in at the Shadyside store to see the collection in-person.
As I was looking for inspiration for an intro for our weekly team report to combat my writer's block (props to Jason because I don't know how he comes up with something new every week), I came across a Forbes article about Ace Hardware celebrating 100 years in business. The article's title caught my attention, so I decided to give it a read.
From Local Roots to Global Reach
The title of the article, "From Local Roots to Global Reach," resonated with what we do at Shop Local. ...
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Say Farewell to summer with Beatriz Ball's statement coastal melamine! Perfect for outdoors by the pool or on the patio or even down on the pier!
Beach house ready! Inspired by the artistry of Nature and designed by the award-winning Beatriz Ball, this striking white bowl is a sculptural interpretation of the scallop shell. With the substance, weight and appearance of ceramics, the VIDA Ocean Shell Large Bowl (White) is composed of luxury melamine and is designed for everyday ...
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With echoes of caryatids, the draped female figures used as columns in ancient Greek architecture, Herend's sculptor has created a compote supported by three elegant seahorses with draping as well - albeit with a pattern alluding to the intricate armored plates that cover their bodies. Once this piece was given to the painting studio, the artists added to the story by decorating each seahorse in a slightly different fishnet color palette reflecting their maritime home. To complete the beautiful ...
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Just in from Italy, new arrivals perfect for summertime celebrations are here! We can't get enough of our new Hibiscus Glass vases now in tortoiseshell!
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Since introducing Hibiscus Glass nearly a decade ago, it has been a bestselling, five-star favorite! The ultimate in easygoing elegance, each vase is mouthblown in Italy and features graceful, petal-like curves.
Understated and versatile, these vases now come in a gorgeous cobalt blue and rich brown tortoiseshell, a design that brings depth, movement, and even more irresistibly Italian style to your home.
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If there were a competition for synchronized swimming in the animal kingdom, this pair of seahorses would surely win gold both for their harmonized poses as well as the beauty of their costumes. For this aquatic show, the seahorses have anchored themselves to a gold coral barre and enlisted some sparkly seashells as back-up dancers.
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A BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY REPRESENTS REMARKABLE LONGEVITY AND VISTA ALEGRE IS TAKING FULL ADVANTAGE of it with dozens of new pieces created specifically to commemorate the 200 anos occasion. “It’s a very important milestone and a time of reflection to see how far we’ve come and where we want to go,” says Daniel Silva, who helped bring the brand new luster here since he started the American subsidiary in 2012. Nuno Barra, Vista Alegre product development director and board ...
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This is our idea of "gone fishing". The carp shell dish from the Dallas Museum collection and the monumental carp tureen that dates back to the 1750's. You should've seen the one that got away!
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MIKASA’s powerhouse COUNTRYSIDE franchise continues its domination decades after their launches. Tapping into the zeitgeist of the times, the patterns’ staying power is testament to compelling classic design, line extensions, and passionate fans.
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IT’S BEEN 50 YEARS SINCE MIKASA’s FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE DEBUTED, the perfect panacea to a formal-dominated dinnerware domain. The scalloped, edged, and curved creamware provided the ideal ...
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Animal motifs have always been a popular choice for home decor. The vibrant hues of the seed beads embroidered in this woven placemat have a natural tortoise pattern in its skin, and the warm tones complement both minimalist and maximalist interiors. Its inherent colors of honey gold to amber brown complement the woven placemat formed of organic vines in rustic hues. It is simple to clean with water and mild soap, and it does not warp. A fantastic color combination for a fall table ...
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The natural seeds that decorate this woven placemat have skins that are a natural replica of tortoise shell. It is woven from natural vines in a rustic tone that elegantly matches the classic tortoise shell appearance of the bright beads. The beads' hues range from deep amber brown to honey gold tints. Each placemat will be distinctive due to the tortoise design's organic nature. Set of 4.
Mother nature perfected him and now Herend's artists have immortalized the famous little shorebird often found darting along the water's edge doing his memorable bobbing dance. With stilt-like legs designed for standing in water and a long beak ideal for digging for coastal creatures, the sandpiper is a common presence along beaches (but can actually be found anywhere with water). In the hands of Herend's artists, the sandpiper makes his debut in dramatic fashion from his striking coloration to ...
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Depictions of mythical mermaids differ strongly. Sometimes they are sirens of the sea luring sailors to their deaths with their song. Other times they are keepers of the ocean charged with rescuing mankind from accidents. Regardless of the mermaid's intent, the legends agree that they are elusive, alluring beauties. Herend's mermaid, with her soft smile, is not sharing her secrets today but even without her song, she still enchants. Perched on a giant clam shell with its pearlized core exposed, ...
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The tortoise pattern appeal of these palm seed beads, which elegantly contrast with other natural materials, like in this handwoven placemat made of biodegradable vines, is one element that inspires their imaginative play. Our artisans carefully select each seed to ensure its excellent quality and intrinsic beauty. The selected seed is meticulously washed and sanded to highlight its natural texture and tortoise color, which contains traditional tones of brown and yellow. The seeds are ...
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