Posted September 25 2012 in Lifestyle
Tagged:china, fiesta, Fortessa, homer laughlin, Lenox, Noritake, Oneida, Vera Wang
The Basics

Wedgwood Tabletop Designs by Vera Wang Courtesy of Vera Wang
First off, there are two different ways to properly set a table: formal and informal. Whether dining out at a restaurant, dining in another’s home, or hosting guests, there are things you should expect as well as know as it pertains to table settings. For starters, just in case you have never been properly informed, the forks, knives, and spoons are placed on the side in which you are required to hold them when cutting and eating. For proper etiquette this means the forks go on the left and the knife and spoons on the right.
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Posted September 13 2012 in Dining Dinnerware Drinkware Engraving Gifts Lifestyle
Tagged:america, baby gifts, cups, empire, ginkgo, made in, Mint Julep, revolution, U.S. usa, us
MADE IN AMERICA
Silver Superstore is a local retailer located in Kent, Washington. Since 1998, we’ve been the online leader in flatware and silver home accessories, featuring many pieces that can’t be found anywhere else. Biggest selection, guaranteed lowest price, and the friendliest, most knowledgeable staff in the industry. All of our staff are employed and resided in the United States. With a lot of products being produced out of country it hard to buy locally anymore. Luckily Silver Superstore offers some great U.S. patterns created by U.S. based manufactures. Two of Silver Superstore’s largest U.S. manufacturers are Liberty Tabletop and Empire Silver Company. Just look for the “Made in America” logo on a product page to make sure your buying local!
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Posted September 6 2012 in Ornaments
Tagged:Bell, Gifts, Silver, Silver-Plated, Sleigh Bell, Wallace
Elegant and Classic
The 2012 Wallace Sleigh Bell by Wallace Silversmiths is an elegant silver-plated sleigh bell with a delicate and delightful chime. It is lightweight which will not weigh down your Christmas tree’s branch. This year’s 2012 design features detailed jingle bells and candy cane encircling the bell. The small detailed design is unique every year and is crafted by highly skilled silversmiths who follow time-honored method with uncompromising attention to detail. The sleigh bell’s 3”x3”x3” size, style and shine gives that radiant yet classy Christmas appeal.
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