by Helen Kain | Jul 4, 2021 | Accessories, Antique glassware, Antiques, Blue, Summer Tablescapes, Terracotta
Living by the ocean, it’s impossible to escape crustacean and fish-themed decor, and I have my share of it in tableware. These Rosalie Nadeau Fish plates were one of our earlier acquisitions from Tree’s Place Gallery in Chatham, MA. Though the gift...
by Helen Kain | Jun 6, 2019 | Accessories, Blue, Green, Spring Tablescapes, White
Delicate, demure and dainty – lilies of the valley are one of the most welcome signs of late spring. Growing close to the ground in woodland settings, they beckon quietly. Come closer… Ah, that wonderful fragrance. Surprisingly powerful, given the...
by Helen Kain | Feb 18, 2019 | Accessories, Black, Tea, Winter Tablescapes
One of the great joys of grandchildren is elevating everyday experiences into memorable ones, whether it’s with special food or fun tableware. Tea parties are a favourite ordinary-turned-special meal with our crew, and when they include a cat theme,...
by Helen Kain | Feb 14, 2019 | Accessories, Blue, Spring Tablescapes, Vintage china, White
The bouquet of icy white parrot tulips had exploded into a mass of crinoline-like blooms, tossing their elegant heads like a woman emerging from a high-end hair salon. There was no ignoring them. They craved attention. They demanded attention. Something had to...
by Helen Kain | Dec 6, 2018 | Accessories, Black, Christmas, Green, Grey and Pewter, Pink and Red, Winter Tablescapes
While I greatly enjoy setting full-scale tables throughout the year, I get almost equal pleasure from the daily use of seasonal mugs and plates. That first cup of coffee in the morning, in particular, is a ritual of comfort and joy. Must Have Coffee. Our daughter...
by Helen Kain | Nov 11, 2018 | Accessories, Christmas, Clementine, Dundee, Pets
As our four kids grew up, left home, and started their own households and traditions, preparing for Christmas geared down a lot. We carried on with our traditional Christmas Eve dinner for the whole family, but the Christmas season was lower key. Gifts shifted to more...