As we did not do Thanksgiving at home, I am looking forward to entertaining friends at Church Street during the coming weeks. Canvas has been one of my favorite resources for tableware and home accessories since I saw their booth at the New York gift show a year ago, and here are a few things available in their online shop that I currently have my eye on for the season ahead.
The matte-glazed porcelain Gold Pebble Dishes, elegant small vessels for pre-dinner nibbles.
Hand-hewn Holey Boards, cutting boards good-looking enough to double as cheese plates or serving pieces.
Made in Lithuania where traditional flax growing and linen production methods are thriving, Canvas's 100% linen Napkins and Placemats are available in neutrals and jewel tones - I would mix them.
Shimmering Syrian Glass Ornaments are mouth blown using recycled glass and look just as beautiful on the tree as they do grouped in a centerpiece.
The chic Polished Aluminum Tray organizes bar-tending supplies in style whether one is shaking or stirring.
A versatile shape, the Soto Straight Stemmed Goblet can be used to serve wine, beer or the holiday punch I like to make.
Hand-carved, soft black Soapstone Bowls. Included here because this is what I want for Christmas in case anyone bumps in Mr. H and can casually mention it.
The hand dyed linen Dog Bed with Running Stitch, a dog bed I wouldn't feel like I had to stash in the garage when we have guests.
Goodness Phyllis you have beautiful taste. I have never seen anything like the pebble bowls and linen napkins are one life's daily pleasures:)
ReplyDeletePhyllis, this was incredible! I want and NEED everything you just posted about! I cooked all of our dinner tonight in my La Chamba cookware that I got LAST Christmas but now I need these black soapstone bowls to go with it! So beautiful! What a fun and great post with lots of wonderful ideas! You always inspire me and I so appreciate that!
ReplyDeletethose cutting boards nice enough to leave out...and what a great gift they would make
ReplyDeletei LOVE all of these!! The gold bowls...WOW! Those goblets are quite fab, too. I am going shopping!! Thanks for sharing your fantastic taste!! xo, K
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful stuff!! I have a friend who imports Lithuanian linen into South Africa and it is the most exquisite linen I have ever seen. I also love the shape of those goblets, and, as you say, so versatile. I think I need to hunt some of those down. Happy entertaining! x Sharon
ReplyDeleteVery nice!! I'm off to check out the dog beds. They look like just what my two pooches need. Plus they would be a respite for my poor eyes from all the usual doggie stuff around here. :)
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Keri
gorgeous 'things'.... I would love to know your punch recipe...:)
ReplyDeleteBec x
So many wonderful ideas...just love the pebbled dishes in the first image. Happy Tuesday!!
ReplyDeletePhyllis,
ReplyDeleteSo many pretty things and I love to entertain year round, the napkins will have to be added to my list. The cutting boards are so simple and yet, the way the edges are cut, so unique.
Karen at Garden, Home and Party
Phyllis
ReplyDeleteI wasn't familiar with that company. They have beautiful things! Thanks for the introduction. Beau does need a new bed...the question is...could he keep it clean enough that we could keep it out in the open!!
What a wonderful table you have set! I too am in love with all of these elements...love the fact that they are just as beautiful for everyday use as they will make a festive Holiday look
ReplyDeleteHappy Tuesday!
Donna
So many beautiful things..especially love the hand hewn cutting boards. Great staples for every day...hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving Phyllis!
ReplyDeleteLinen napkins....mixed colors....love.
ReplyDeleteDog bed will be a cat bed here!
Garden & Be Well, XO Tara
The soapstone bowls are beautiful. Very Japanese like. A graduated set would be divine and so useful for holiday entertaining. I'm looking forward to seeing Christmas at your home, Phyllis ~
ReplyDeleteWarmly,
Loi
oh a woman of exquisite taste!!
ReplyDeletei too have been eyeing the company at gift shows, just have not pulled the trigger yet but you have me re thinking this
cheers
debra
Thanks for sharing the source, love the dishes, bowls and napkins! On to check out their site....
ReplyDeleteBeautiful finds. I love the bowls with the gold inside. I can't wait til Loi visits you too because that means he will post photos! :)
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xo Terri
These are all such tasteful selections! I don't know about Canvas, but will surely check it out. Thanks Phyllis- Hope your week is going well.
ReplyDeletexo Nancy
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The soap stone bowls are wonderful....Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Phyllis! I'm headed over for a look. You just might have helped me nail a gift for a person on my list who "has everything" and wants nothing. I see some very special things here. So appreciate you telling us about Canvas.
ReplyDeleteHappy Hollidays!
xo
I love the pebble dishes the most, but the dog beds are really beautiful too, thank you for the wonderful gift ideas!
ReplyDeleteI'd never heard of this company, good job with the head's up on them. Lovely items, especially the linens. xx's
ReplyDeleteHi Phyllis,
ReplyDeleteYou have shown us some great things here.
I love the linen napkins and placemats, and the dog beds!
Hope you have a lovely day,
Liz x
Phyllis, these are all such lovely items, I personally would love any of them, but they would also make great gifts! Thanks for this beautiful list of eye candy,
ReplyDeleteKathysue
Gorgeous picks! The hand dyed lined dog bed is adorable and the gold pebble bowls are so elegant! Love your blog! Cheers! Barbara
ReplyDeletePhyllis these are all wonderful choices and I love them all. the gold pebble bowls and the Soapstone Bowls, amazing!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Karena
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Hello Phyllis, Those dishes are so gorgeous! I love it ALL! This could be dangerous! I'm heading over to visit this site!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! Monica
Dear Phyllis - I came to visit following our joint win at The Magical Christmas Wreath Company to congratulate you. I very much like what I see here, and would like to follow you. Enjoy your Christmas candle.
ReplyDeletePut my name down for some of those yummy gold pebble dishes Phyllis. Congratulations on winning our giveaway, I'll be touch to send yor parcel next week. xo
ReplyDeleteHi Phyllis, I came by to tell you Happy 16th for your daughter. Wow, where does the time go??! I remember being 16 myself, like it was yesterday. haha. I am sure you do too. I hope she has a wonderful birthday and yes, when there is an early December birthday, it is nice for them to wait until after to start with Christmas. Can you imagine those poor souls born on Dec.25?
ReplyDeleteI just noticed your Christian Louboutin quote below this post. Love that. Words to decorate by, for sure.
Talk later,
xo Terri
Absolutely wonderful! Hoping unto the links for more inspirations. Glad you've shared this one. Got my eye on your next posts.
ReplyDeleteReally neat items on Canvas's website. Never heard of them before your post, so thanks, Phyllis. Will definitely be using them for Christmas gifts.
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