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Roaches Cup and Saucer: Love It or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:00:10 -0800

Although some people may think this Roaches on My Cup and Saucer servingware ($47) is whimsical, I find it grossly realistic. I don't want a live roach crawling in my cappuccino, so why would I want to see a painting of one at the bottom of my mug?! Still, this teacup set could be fun for practical jokes. How do you feel about it? Does it make you squeamish, too?

Pantone Mugs and Plates

YumSugar — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 16:01:18 -0700

As someone who understands the need to find just the right color, I find both the Pantone Palettes Dinnerware and Pantone Mugs exceptionally fabulous. My personal favorite, Pantone 021C is a vibrant orange that just screams good morning! If orange isn't your thing, then perhaps a muted cup and saucer in four shades of burnt ochre? Either way, just make sure you get the right color to match your Pantone cell phone!

Pantone mugs are currently only available in the EU and are £8 each. The Pantone Palettes sets begin at $5.95 for tote bags and end at $14.95 for large cup and saucer sets. However if you act fast, they're on sale in several places. I really don't need another tote bag, but think of how cute it would be full of fresh farmer's market veggies!

Anamorphic Cups: Love It Or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 07:01:18 -0700

I saw these anamorphic cups and saucers and immediately fell in love. The image is on the plate in plain sight, but can only be viewed when the mirrored cup is placed on it. Anamorphic creations aren't a new thing, the style first appeared in artwork in the 1600s, and became popular throughout Europe in the 18th century. So what do you think? Would these cups be popular in your house?

Source: Neatorama

Come Party With Me: Oscars Viewing - Drinks

partysugar — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:50:41 -0800

At the Governors Ball, the majority of the stars will be sipping sparkling wine, so stock up on more affordable bottles of Cava or Prosecco. Place wine buckets around the room and fill with ice and bottles. Arrange champagne flutes or saucers nearby. Besides sparkling wine, three specialty cocktails will be poured at the Oscars afterparty. Select one to serve your friends. I like the Golden Rush, a concoction made with orange-flavored vodka, lemon juice, and sparkling wine.

Instead of mixing one libation at a time, prepare a large pitcher. For those who don't drink, serve a mocktail of cranberry juice mixed with lime soda. To check out the recipe for the Golden Rush, read more.

The Golden Rush
From Wolfgang Puck Catering

Ingredients

1/3 oz orange vodka
1/3 oz simple syrup
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Sparkling wine (recommended: Moët and Chandon White Star Champagne)

Directions

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the orange vodka, simple syrup, and lemon juice. Shake to combine.
Strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling wine.

Makes 1 drink.

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Come Party With Me: My Birthday - The Look

partysugar — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:15:51 -0700

I'm hosting my birthday party at a chic city bar, but I'll be bringing my own decorations to create a unifying theme for the bash. I'll use pink accessories to go with the invitations, including pink votive holders, flamingo toothpicks for the finger food, pink lilies, and handmade pink pom poms hung from the ceiling.

On the tables, I'll lay out placemats and pretty matchbooks for the guests to take home as favors. These curved saucer martini glasses will be perfect for both the featured cocktail and a champagne toast. And of course, I can't forget an elegant dessert dish for the yummy chocolate cake.

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Hearty Ways to Eat and Drink

YumSugar — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 10:43:39 -0800

If your gift recipient is anti cutesy hearts and flowers for Valentine's Day, then these heavy-duty 10" Lovesick Plates are going to be up their alley. Although they do have flowers in the background, they're way too interesting to be considered cutesy. They'd make a great gift to use on the dinner table, but they'd look even more divine hanging on a wall. Set of four for $40.00.

If hearts are more their style, these elegant and unique cups with matching heart-shaped saucers will definitely make them smile. They'll be able to host classy, yet fun, tea parties all year round. Set of six cups and saucers for $42.

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Although these white ceramic heart plates are marketed as "fabulous for the bride and groom," I personally think they'd be suitable for anyone who's really into whimsical fun. They could be very kitschy at a tea party, or very elegant at a winter themed dinner party. Set of four for $14.95.

Finally, what would be cuter than an I Heart... Mug where you can customize the initials? Let the whole world know that you heart your sweetie for only $12.95.

Urban Delft: Love It or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 03:02:31 -0700

The design collaborative of Lovegrove & Repucci have taken the classic Dutch Delft design and given it a modern twist. The classic blue and white is done with graffiti and street tags, and is available in both New York (right) and London (left). Each porcelain dinnerware collection contains five pieces - dinner plate, side plate, soup bowl, cup and saucer - and sells for $100 each. I think they're super hip and are a wonderful take on the classics. How about you? Do you like the way they look?

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Coffee and Tea, Please

partysugar — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 07:56:31 -0800

Unlike the seasonal changes in fruits and veggies, the consumption of coffee and tea remains constant year round. It's no surprise that even though warm weather is almost here, the Yum Market on TeamSugar is full of coffee and tea accessories. From teapots to cappuccino machines and coffee beans, you are eager to enjoy the rich brown beverages. Being an avid espresso drinker, I love this floral print espresso cup and saucer set. CupcakeGal10 saved these teeny cups that scream Spring! If you're crazy about coffee and tantalized by tea, browse the collection below.

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Happy Hour: Pom Lime Vodka Cocktail

partysugar — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 12:01:18 -0800

A few weeks ago I helped my girlfriend host a girls-only birthday party. Instead of serving a full dinner we did appetizers, wine, and a vodka cocktail. The cocktail - with a rosy-pink hue - was a definite crowd pleaser. I doubled the recipe, made the mixture in a pitcher, and shook two servings over ice. The final drink was perfectly sweetened with a lovely effervescence. For an elegant presentation serve the concoction in champagne saucers instead of martini glasses. This cocktail would be fabulous served at a Valentine's Day party so get the recipe now.

Off to Market: Champagne Flutes

partysugar — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 01:01:18 -0800

On New Year's Eve, several of my Champagne flutes were accidentally broken. Since there are many winter sales going on, it's a good time to invest in a new set of glasses. Can you help me out by searching the web for beautiful Champagne flutes? Look for affordable, but elegant glasses that can be used all year round. If you see a saucer-style glass you think I'll love, bookmark those as well. Save all your finds in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag Champagne Flutes. Happy Hunting!

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Bed Bath & Beyond
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Cooking.com
Crate & Barrel
Ikea
Linens and Things
NapaStyle
Pier 1
Plum Party
Pottery Barn
Sur La Table
Target
Restoration Hardware
Williams Sonoma
Wishing Fish
World Market