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Pottery has been part of everyday life for thousands of years, yet it’s full of oddities, surprises and downright strange facts. From ancient mistakes baked forever into clay to the curious habits of collectors, here are ten weird and wonderful things about pottery you might not know. 1. Broken pottery is often more valuable than perfect pieces Archaeologists prize broken shards (called sherds) because they reveal how people actually lived. A cracked bowl can tell more stories than a pristine display piece. 2. Pottery remembers everything Clay has an excellent memory. Every fingerprint, wobble or tool mark stays locked in...

Due to the ongoing challenges of rising business costs this we have reduced the frequency of our packaging and dispatch days from twice weekly to once weekly. This is usually every Monday. It can therefore, be up to 5 working days before your order is dispatched and 10 working days during busy periods such as Christmas.  For UK orders our last dispatch days before Christmas are: -  Royal Mail 24 - Monday 22nd December 2024 DPD Next Day - Monday 22nd December 2024 We may be adding extra dispatch days on the run up to Christmas and will update this...

Have you ever wondered what bowls or plates pampered, dare we say posh, dogs eat from? Well, get ready to be amazed by the extravagant world of canine dining! (Yes, you read that right, we're talking about fancy dog dishes here.) What are the options for pampered pups? When it comes to dining in style, pampered pups have a plethora of options to choose from. From designer ceramic bowls to personalised stainless steel plates, these pups are living the high life. (Who knew dogs could be so bougie?) Do pampered dogs have a preference? Believe it or not, posh dogs do have preferences when it comes...

The tableware industry in the United Kingdom has undergone significant changes over the past 50 years. From advancements in manufacturing techniques to shifts in consumer preferences, the industry has adapted to meet the demands of a rapidly changing market. In this blog post, we will explore the key transformations that have shaped the tableware industry in the UK. 1. Technological Advancements One of the most notable changes in the tableware industry is the introduction of advanced manufacturing technologies. With the advent of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), tableware manufacturers can now create intricate and precise designs with ease....

Dear Sirs As a retailer of discontinued tableware, you will appreciate that we are only able to source our goods from the second hand/pre-loved market. For us this includes private individuals, car boot sales, antique fairs, flea markets, auctions and of course, the high street charity shops and the more recent addition of out of town charity warehouses.  Every year we spend thousands of pounds across a variety of charity shops, some local to us, and many more around the UK as our procurement team travel the length and breadth of the country.  On the whole we enjoy great relationships...