Decanting wine is a popular practice for many wine lovers. It can improve the tasting experience but it can also ruin a wine. It is important to look at the type of wine and the type of decanting being done to determine the best course of action.
Determining if decanting a wine will be harmful to it can be done by looking at the vintage, the producer, the age/condition, and the grape variety. Some people like to decant every wine for hours on end while others decant wine to remove sediment. ...
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The Walk in the Woods Deer add festive forest style to your Fall or Holiday tabletop. Made of hand-painted resin, they have golden antlers and hooves of Courtly Stripe, while around their necks are collars of golden acorns. Measurements of these these impressive pieces: Standing Deer is 3" wide, 12" long, 16" tall, and the Sitting Deer is 4.5" wide, 10.5" long, 12.5" tall. Stop at the Shadyside store to check them out.
Baobab created rich and colorful prints with the expertise of Japanese paper craftsmen, bringing forth the Bohomania collection of sublimated glass with a shiny finish. The paper is dyed in natural pigments that form a random print with the folding technique of origami.
The Kilan scented candle is made in a glass with a shiny effect that allows the flame to shine through. The graphic pattern that covers the glass is a delicate blend of blue-gray and celadon green, with a texture similar to ...
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We work hard each day, and likely don’t mind if others notice. We want others to see the ingenuity of our software. But what if that wasn’t the case? If you want an example of someone that got passed by, just ask Van Gogh. Yeah, thaaaaat world-famous, earless, impressionist artist whose work today graces the walls of countless museums. The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is currently running an exhibition showcasing how the world missed appreciating Van Gogh’s...
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QUEEN BEE: bold & beautiful! 🐝👑 Bee inspired and live like the royalty that you are, with bold black and yellow. Serve in style with the Queen Bee serving pieces. Made of oak, the wooden items are decorated with a laser-etched checked bee design.The porcelain plates are decorated with a hand-applied golden checked bee transfer. Fit for royalty every time! Stop at the Shadyside store to see the full line of tabletop pieces.
Love the treats blooming in this organic entertaining serving beauty with a glass surface. A timeless serving platter handwoven from natural vines that makes your favorite starter all the more appetizing. This mini serving tray is a delicious idea for your Halloween entertaining! 14”L x 5”W x 0.75”H. Available in other shapes and sizes.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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The famed, influential Medicis ruled Florence during the Renaissance, which was a time of prosperity in Florence. The traditional Medici coat of arms is beautiful and ornate. Vietri's new Medici collection takes a modern spin on it by highlighting one of it's components: the golden palle. At once historic and contemporary, Vietri's Medici Gold Dinnerware honors Italian heritage while also exuding fresh inspiration. Swing by the Shadyside store to see the collection.
It`s hosting season! One of our favorite flavors of fall is the classic pairing of apple and pear. These seasonal gems with hints of gold, red and brown add sophistication and elegance served in this warm Pyrex 2qt glass baker with a touch of woven texture authentically crafted from durable vines by our master artisans. Serve your favorite dish featuring a natural look and feel for a cozy Fall tablescape. Available in 3Qt & 4Qt.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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Gather your family and dig in this hearty vegetable dish served in a 2Qt Pyrex casserole dish with a matching warm woven basket worthy of the center table at your vegan dinner party. A fresh way to dress up a table with glassware legend Pyrex bakeware that fits beautifully in this natural organic rustic-toned woven basket. Also available in 3QT & 4Qt.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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Decorated with a tidy trimming of simple thread, each piece in Juliska's gleaming Graham barware/serveware collection is handmade in hammered stainless steel. With the distinctive dimpling effect that is polished to brilliance for an undeniably sophisticated effect, each piece is a functional statement wherever it resides. Stop in at the Shadyside store to see these shiny pieces!
A touch of gold never gets old! The vibrant and colorful New Orleans Collection represents something of a departure for Beatriz Ball, but upholds the company’s championing of handmade traditions and artistry.
The GLASS New Orleans Medium Oval Foil LeafingBowl (Gold) with hand-applied gold foil is food safe and ideal for serving, and as vibrant home décor. Opulent and sophisticated, the New Orleans Collection adds a rich and luxe dimension to Beatriz Ball’s product mix&mdash...
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Fall is suddenly here! Tis' the season for Pumpkins! Take your pick from our most unusual pumpkin patch. Glassworks has MacKenzie-Childs pumpkins in-stock with more on the way. Stop in to see the selection!
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Gather your family and dig in this hearty vegetable dish served in a 2Qt Pyrex casserole dish with a matching warm woven basket worthy of the center table at your vegan dinner party. A fresh way to dress up a table with glassware legend Pyrex bakeware fits beautifully in this natural organic rustic-toned woven basket. Also available in 3QT & 4Qt.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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Crafted with casual elegance, this woven tray with a glass surface intensifies the fresh look of the dish and perfectly reflects the artisan feel of your food presentation. The combination of glass and traditional weaving lends a more rustic and back-to-nature feel to dishes. Available in 2 sizes.
Gleaming bud vases in brilliant crystal clear glass. This three-piece set is notable for its diamond-like sparkle, substantial weight, and a faceted surfaces that were hand-cut by skilled artisans.The vases catch the light and add a simplistic decorative quality.
In three shapes--round, short and teardrop--made to mix and match for artistic tablescapes. Beatriz loves using lots of them together, mixing shapes, each with different single flowers. Perfect gifts, beautifully packaged and ...
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Metallic Glass is a dynamic collection that is at once timeless and modern. With a beautiful, molten effect, each piece is rimmed in gold and instantly elevates any table setting. The different colors in the collection exude timeless glamour and are made to be mixed and matched with other Metallic Glass pieces. Swing by the Shadyside store to see the various pieces.
Fall is around the corner and we'll be spending more time indoors with engaging games. One of the oldest and most-loved board games has a fresh, new look from MoMA (Museum of Modern Art). Distinguished by an uplifting colorful design inside and out, this high-quality beechwood box backgammon set, is a fun best seller. Stop in the at Shadyside store to check it out.
Capucine De Wulf creates jewelry that makes a woman feel and look fabulous! Symbolic designs laden with meaning in precious materials at accessible price points. Stop in at the Shadyside store to see our selection.
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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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