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Latest tabletop wares inspired by desert blooms

With the tablescape trend still going strong, and summer entertaining on the horizon, the latest Ecology collection couldn’t have come sooner. Titled Superbloom, it’s brimming with bright, optimistic colours and abstract desert-inspired florals. Statement serving ware, mouth-blown glass and hand drawn details are complemented by line extensions of the brand’s popular Speckle and Nomad ranges.

Aster cuddle cups
Aster cuddle cups

“We are turning up the colour this season and embracing the power of the sun and the life it gives. As homemakers, we are creating light filled spaces that support us to flourish. We have opened our doors and moved outside to embrace the world around us, sharing these experiences with family and friends over a meal or just taking the time we need to connect back to nature” said Jessica Steinki, design and product manager at Ecology. 

The Belle line-up incorporates bold, sculptural pieces with scalloped, petal-like edges and stem-like legs. We love the gelato-inspired citrus hues which are ideal for summer entertaining.

Belle footed serving bowl
Belle footed serving bowl
Belle oval serving platter
Belle oval serving platter

Mouth-blown statement glassware, Adrift features a delicate petal shape detail in icy blue. Available in tumbler and goblet designs, these unique glass sets come in sets of four and the matching jug is our pick of the series.

Adrift
The Adrift glassware range

A standout of the Superbloom collection, the Samara glassware collection is made from mouth blown glass that features colour pellets within the glass. We love its retro feel.

Samara
Samara tumbler

Arizona draws on desert inspiration with its warm tones and recurring arch motifs. Designer Heather Piez incorporated the arches to represent the rising and setting sun. The classic rim shape and debossed decal gives it a slightly organic profile and tactile feel.

The Arizona range

Part of an existing range, the Nomad series has been updated and is now available in latte and espresso cups. Having sold out last year, the gold-handled Speckle mugs are back too, available in standard or espresso sizes. We think they’d make a fabulous Christmas gift.

Nomad espresso cups
Nomad espresso cups
Speckle mug
Speckle mugs

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Earthy ceramics dominate Salt&Pepper’s 2018 collection

With searches for ‘ceramic dinnerware’ up 185 per cent on Pinterest, it seems that earthenware, porcelain and stoneware are dominating the table top this autumn and winter and it’s a trend that is reflected in the new Salt&Pepper range.

As with every Salt&Pepper collection, the autumn/winter offering is large but it’s the earthy vibe that stands out the most for me. From shibori inspired pattern to 1970’s look earthenware, these are our top picks.

Nomad range
Nomad

Nomad
Perfect for those that covet a world-traveller vibe, the appropriately titled Nomad collection has been a perennial favourite for the brand and this season sees two new colour ways added into the mix – natural and rust. Featuring organic shapes and a handmade feel, this range is perfect for mixing and matching. The collection also features plenty of new designs too including a tablet holder, spoon rest, jug, garlic keeper and mixing bowls.

Nomad kitchen range
The Nomad kitchen range features a garlic keeper among many other new designs

Form
Unglazed and raw in texture, the Form dinnerware collection is inspired by the colours of native Australia. The range is available in bisque, clay and black and as individual pieces or as a 16-piece dinner set. I have my eye on that pink!

Form collection
Form

Akari
Inspired by Japanese shibori dying techniques, the Akari dinnerware range brings fabulous texture to the tabletop. A beautiful indigo colour, you could layer in a couple of pieces with your existing whites for a seasonal change and this range is available as a 12-piece dinner set or as loose pieces too.

Akari range
Akari

Sachi
Lovers of 1970’s earthenware will love the Sachi collection. Designed with a natural, raw stoneware base and embellished with a coloured, drip glaze feature around the rim, this range is the perfect complement to the earthy interiors trend.

Sachi range
Sachi

Eden
Made from terracotta, the Eden range includes table top and floor planters for both inside and out. I love the gorgeous gold accents.

Eden range
Eden

Bond
Not exactly earthenware but I love the old-world glamour of the Bond collection and thought you would too – I just had to include it! The decanter and matching glassware are made from pressed crystalline glass.

Bond range
Bond

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