Fiesta Cup and Saucer

Then, when my husband and I got married, his boss gave us this:

Blue Bow by Royal Worcester

I just loved it! Still do.

These dishes (Pfaltzgraff–Heritage) were given to us for a wedding gift from friends at the school where I taught in Indiana. Eight full place settings plus canisters and serving pieces! I continue to use them and think fondly of the folks who helped us start married life with a classic everyday china, instead of what we both were using.

Pfaltzgraff Heritage

Several years later, I fell victim to Gerald Henn. I do not have many of these. (They were a bit pricey, and I began to feel guilty choosing between food for my children and a new plate. ) Recently, I have discovered these on eBay, however, and might just add some blue spongeware mugs and plates to my set. 

Gerald Henn blue spongeware pitcher

Gerald Henn cranberry spongeware plates

FYI:  This is the very best coffee mug around!

Gerald Henn cranberry spongeware mug

[Gulp.] I just realized that this combines my two biggest vices and only two addictions…I suppose it could be worse.

And now, I know:  I have a problem, but I just can’t seem to stop. Twelve place settings later…

Fiesta Dishes by Homer Laughlin

(I am pretty sure that I need just a couple more!)

Fiesta Gusto Bowls

Fiesta cups and bowls

Happy Friday! If you are joining in the coffee at Home Sanctuary, I hope your coffee is hot and your mug is a perfect fit for you.