Meet the celebrities - Part 1
To entertain you this autumn, I am starting a very special series to highlight some very special porcelain artists, and this week it is...
The tree of peace
The world can do with more peace, so this week we are looking at palm trees. Over the centuries, the palm tree has been a symbol of...
Tall tales
Today a tall tale... of a tall ship. In fact, of the famous Ship pattern by Spode - not just one item, but a whole dessert service. This...
Cobalt blue
It's the time of year to cuddle up on the sofa with a cup of tea... days are getting shorter but there is this wonderful late afternoon...
The salesman and the artist
Last weekend I was away at a very special event. You may know that there are many collector's groups in the UK, each one focused on a...
Flowers are timeless
As I have just returned from holiday and am still finding my bearings, I hope you will forgive me for repeating a previous post that...
Out of office
The tiny port at Fragokastello, Crete, at daybreak, with Mount Pachnes in the background. We all need a break sometimes, and this week I...
Tickled pink
Recently I got tickled pink by a wonderful set of dishes. .. These dishes in very similar patterns were all made by H&R Daniel in 1827 -...
Shropshire flowers
It's the middle of summer and I am enjoying the glorious weather, and getting ready for my annual 2-week holiday in Greece. Although I am...
Bancroft's flowers
To me, the best part of spring and summer is the many flowers that grow everywhere. I grow many of them in my garden and my allotment,...
