Transferware

Some of the most absolutely stunning rooms have patterns influencing the the overall design of the room.   Transferware is known for their intricate details and ornate style.  18th Century design is often filled with ornate chinoserie patterns which you can replicate today in your home.  If you are considering a room that reflects your transferware collection, consider toile wallpaper, throw pillows or drapes in a pattern that is take off your favorite plate pattern.  Work with the same colors of your plate pattern, but also consider bring in the opposite colors of the color wheel to give it that extra pop!   (Read More.....)

Before the transferware process of printing was developed, each piece would be hand decorated. The process of producing one set was laborious and costly. Once the mass production of transfer printing came about, middle class families could enjoy dinnerware sets similar to that found in the higher class families but at an affordable price. (Read More.....)