Review of Pfaltzgraff Pistoulet Les Assiettes de Pistoulet 3-Piece Place Setting, Service for 1

I had been looking for a dinnerware that I could call my own for about a year now. I started out with two big boxes of dishes that my mom gave me when I first got married 14 years ago that I just never did like (sorry mom!). They were hardy and practical, but just not "me". Then, last year I bought a set of cheap dishes from [a local store] (I call these my inbetween dishes--everyone has to have those!) that were sort of cute, but chipped and turned burning hot in the microwave despite being labeled "microwave safe". I was feeling discouraged, but realized I just needed to find dishes that were not only sturdy but also had that special something that made me pleased with them.

At first was going to play it safe and get all white dinnerware--it would never go out of style I figured. But in the end I realized that all white just is not me. Then one day I was browsing online and saw the Pistoulet line of dinnerware from Pfaltzgraff and fell in love. The are truly sweet and charming, yet hardy and practical. I love the weight and size of the plates--big, but not too giant like many "funky" plates are made today. The salad plates are such a lovely golden color, and the little vine with berries that encircles them is enchanting. The little sunflower bowls will brighten any morning as you have your cereal, or cheer you up if you are sick and need some chicken soup. The substantial salad bowl with matching spoon and fork set are a gorgeous golden red color with the most beatiful little cherries on them. I also love the coffee/tea mugs--they are a perfect size (again, not too big or too small) and fit perfectly into your hand. All the peices have a very nice high gloss finish which I find more contemporary than some of Pfaltzgraff's older collections.

I also bought the incredibly charming serving platter with the house painted on it--it looks like it is "Madeline's school" from the Madeline series for kids. The little bread plates with the animals on them are great for snacks for kids. My children love the dinnerware just as much as I do, and like any mom--that makes me happy! These dishes will brighten your home...while you feed your body you will also be feeding your soul.

Product Description
Warm earthy colors accented with soft cornflower blue, exuberant shapes and natural motifs define the design concept of Pistoulet. Easy care stoneware is a perfect medium for this casual, vibrant dinnerware, which encourages you to enjoy meal-time with enthusiasm. The mix and match nature of this collection guarantees that your table will be exciting, providing the perfect backdrop for robust food and lively conversation.

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