Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Where to find Teacups?

You've managed to find some amazing teas at mariagefreres.com or at a fancy boutique... but now what do you serve it in?Where does one find fantastic teapots, cups & saucers?
To begin with, Teapots should be large and porcelain (my favorite is this Lady Carlyle)and cups and saucers do not have to match, but should compliment. They can match if you prefer, but it's oh so much more interesting if you create a palate of china at your table. Teacups come in all shapes and styles, from floral to modern. You should find Teacups that make you happy.Ebay is a fun place to look for fine china, and you can sometimes get some real bargains. Be sure to watch out for chips and cracks. Local antique shops typically carry a variety of teacups, but don't expect bargains there, and be sure to check for quality. One of my favorite places to find treasures is Marshalls. They sometimes have some uber fancy teapots and teacups at a lovely discount. (I found the below one at marshalls for 5.98... the retail ticket said $50.00!!!) Don't by plaster teacups, as they really heat up. Do a bit of research about china markings, and manufacturers. French porcelain is lovely, as is German. There are amazing Russian Teacups, and the traditional English. Happy Hunting!!!

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