An Ornament’s Story
Found that you have a vast collection of ornaments? Looking at your collection, have you ever wondered where some of those ornaments came from? What was their story before they came to you? I have two little ornaments – a…
If Walls Could Talk – Living Room
Some of my favourite TV shows include Grand Designs, and Restoration Man. I really enjoy seeing what houses can become, both the new and the old. It’s the way individuals plan houses and interpret them through their own lives that…
Objects in Articles: March Edition
I love learning as much as I can about the past, so I’ve included in this post a variety of articles that I’ve enjoyed reading this month. They are all about objects and – now that I’ve put them all…
The Captive Painting
Have you seen this painting before? I was wandering through the Art Gallery of NSW a couple of months ago and this one caught my eye. It’s incredibly pretty and, I think subconsciously, reminded me of a character from a…
Comparing a Spider-Web Tea Set
Given that I’ve previously posted on the design of the Spider Web Tea Set and commented on my preference for the traditional designs used by Tuscan China in the 1930’s to the 1950’s, I’d like to see what you think!…
A Spider-Web Tea Set
If you love tea then I’m willing to bet that you’ll also love the beautiful, delicate or quirky tea cups and accessories that go with it. I know I certainly do! Let me loose in T2 or a home wares…
