Collector’s Corner: An Accidental Collection
My journey from tea drinker to teapot lover
Text and Photography by Unjeria Jackson, M.D
My passion for collecting teapots and drinking tea takes me back...
The Complete Table: A Rosy Affair
Text by Britt E. Stafford • Photography by Caroline Smith
William Shakespeare’s titular character Juliet once said, “A rose by any other name would smell...
Treasured Teapot: Stunning Silver
Let Gorham Silvers Buttercup teapot shine at your wintry tea table.
With a 136-year legacy, Gorham Silver maintained a reputation for manufacturing a variety of...
In the President’s Service
The History of China for The White House
Text by Britt E. Stafford
Photography Courtesy of The White House Historical Association
The White House serves as the...
Treasured Teapot: An Amorous Affair
Text by Britt E. Stafford • Photography by Nicole Du Bois
The teapot is, most notably, one of the key accoutrements to grace a table...
Collector’s Corner: Perfectly Sized
A Collection of Petite Tea Sets
Text by Catherine Lawrence • Photography by William Dickey
My miniature tea set collection began when my youngest son was...
The Complete Table: Leaves an Impression
Text by Britt Stafford • Photography by Caroline Smith
During the peacetime that followed the period of rations and conservation throughout World War II, Americans...
The Little Teapot That Could
Holding a Brown Betty teapot is like holding a bit of British history in your hand.
Treasured Teapot: Silver in the Summer
Text by Britt E. Stafford • Photography by Nicole Du Bois
The adaptability of WM Hutton & Sons’ WMT22 sterling teapot makes it a becoming...
Treasured Teapot: Floral Flair
Text by Britt E. Stafford • Photography by William Dickey
Schumann-Bavaria’s beloved Empress Dresden Flowers creates a delightful seasonal botanical motif.
With touches of gilding incorporated...