The best part about spring – besides the wonderful weather, of course – are all the little gatherings. From Easter to Mother’s Day, there’s never been a better time to have a celebration, and my favorite way to get ready for the upcoming hosting season is by buying new tableware.
But no matter whether you’re looking for the newest tablescaping trends or just need some of the best plates on the market right now, a really fun trend I’m starting
to see with tableware this season is the use of fruit on ceramics and glasses.
Sometimes, the fruits are small and painted on intricately, while other times, the entire piece of tableware mimics the fruit entirely. You can find both subtle and loud options, but one thing’s for sure: Fruits for spring are definitely in.
Best fruit tableware 2024
The Tuscan orchard will feel just minutes away when you pull out this sunny, lemon-adorned bone china serving bowl. It brings so much warmth and light to a tablescape.
For a subtle look, play around with this scalloped stoneware plate, complete with a small stone fruit adorned at the center. Pick among five bright colors, or mix and match for interest.
This banana vase looks more like a work of modern art than a piece of decor, but maybe that’s the point. I, for one, love the quirky look
One of my absolute favorite luxury brands, Aquazzura, has recently decided to branch out into homeware, and I love how this pretty plate pair has been shaped to resemble cherry blossoms. Glossy, handpainted strawberries complete the look.
Taking inspiration from summer’s favorite fruit, this watermelon-shaped salad bowl is huge, funky, and dishwasher-safe for easy entertaining.
This handmade set of mugs boasts a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, while the simple cherry design brings joy. Each mug holds up to 10 ounces of your favorite beverage.
One of my favorite affordable options, this ceramic decorative plate uses an uncommon fruit to make a statement. I love the bright green color, too.
Using the shape of a strawberry to create a modern design, this table vase is large enough for all your favorite blooms, yet cheerful enough to make a statement all on its own.
This nostalgic set of four fruit glasses uses gingham patterns and assorted, large fruit designs to make you feel like you’re the one getting home from school in the summer. They’re great to use for outdoor occasions, when there’s a higher chance of dropping them.
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What is the most durable tableware material?
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While you may not expect it, bone china is the most durable material for tableware. Its high-heat firing makes bone china resistant to chipping, and it’s also microwave-, dishwasher-, and oven-safe. Melamine-based plates are also pretty much indestructible when dropped, but note that you can’t put them in the microwave.
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Tour this cozy English countryside home set up for a season of festive gatheringsThe experts at K&H Design restored this historic manor house complete with inglenook stone fireplaces, ancient elm floors, and wood-beamed ceilings.
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