The design is an exact rendition of spode italian. Somehow it enriches the conversation if you're with friends, and even if alone, it adds a specialness to your day. There is an old fashioned part of me which likes to have the pleasure of tea.

Heavy duty plastic. Very sturdy material. I love that they are lined.

Was supposed to be gray lining. They're a nice size so i’m keeping them, but they definitely slip around.