Specialty: Repurposed glass liquor, beer, wine, soda and water bottles become unique sustainable household items.
Price Range: ($$) Mid-Range

What's better than a full bottle of hooch? An empty bottle that has been repurposed, of course! And that's exactly what Bottlehood does — create drinking glasses, lighting and other household accessories from empty beer and liquor bottles.
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If you're as obsessed with collecting as I am, you'll be very familiar with the phrases I tell my partner (and myself) to justify the oh so frequently arriving packages: "it was too good a price to pass up," "these aren't made anymore," "I've been looking for this one forever,"... But what I love about this collection is that they not only display beautifully but are usable, dishwasher-safe and most pieces are affordable! Now who can argue with that? More

Ever wish you could resize the donut on your plate? Or import the food you're craving? The technology may not exist, but designer Todd Borka has imagined the possibilities with his witty iPlate line. More

This year we saw some nice dinnerware collections, both from big names and emerging designers. Though we stick with white when it comes to simple china, many of the collections you will see are offered in tasteful color options as well. Check out our favorites and share your picks with a comment after the jump.
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Just a little touch of gold is enough to give any room a sense of quiet, understated luxury. More

Maybe you're scrambling to get ready for a holiday dinner party. Maybe your table needs a new look for the new year. You want a big impact, without spending big money. Enter Apartment Therapy's guide to setting the table in style. After the jump: sources, and more ideas for setting the table. More

Your dishes can be as diverse as the people you serve. Showcasing your eclectic dinnerware collection can be a colorful and inexpensive way to exhibit your personal style. And, just like your guest list, you'd be surprised at how effortlessly everything can blend together.
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To me, the easiest way to be festive is to incorporate color. A little bit can go a long way, and you can always tweak traditional holiday palettes. More

In an era where Bisphenol A is as common a seasoning as pepper, you aren't just what you eat, but what you eat upon. For this reason, we all know to avoid plates that leach bad stuff into our bodies; but, there are plates that go a step further by feeding good stuff to our souls. With modern, folksy edge, Rob Ryan's four seasons plates accomplish the second.

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Some of my fondest memories of the holidays are holiday meals, special foods served once a year on special dishes. I don't yet have an ivy-etched olive dish or a special silver Christmas cookie dish, but I love the idea of using special dishes for special occasions. This year I'm perusing local thrift and vintage shops to get my own collection going. Here are some great vintage serving trays from everyone's favorite virtual vintage shop, Etsy, for your own holiday soirees. More