China & Ceramics – Teacups, English Bone China, Backstamps & Vintage Tableware Guides from Kitten Vintage

Blue Willow China: More Than a Pretty Pattern

For over 200 years, Blue Willow china has decorated tables around the world. But look closely and you’ll discover it’s telling a story of love, family, escape and legend.

Blue Willow China: More Than a Pretty Pattern

For over 200 years, Blue Willow china has decorated tables around the world. But look closely and you’ll discover it’s telling a story of love, family, escape and legend.

Carlton Ware Leaf Dishes: More Than Just Pretty...

Carlton Ware’s leaf dishes have been brightening Australian homes for generations. Discover where they came from, why they’re still collected today, and what makes these charming English ceramics so enduring. 

Carlton Ware Leaf Dishes: More Than Just Pretty...

Carlton Ware’s leaf dishes have been brightening Australian homes for generations. Discover where they came from, why they’re still collected today, and what makes these charming English ceramics so enduring. 

The Story Behind the Rex Hotel Plates

Looking at  Rex Hotel plates and bowls from 1960s Australia and the history of the Rex Hotel chain.

The Story Behind the Rex Hotel Plates

Looking at  Rex Hotel plates and bowls from 1960s Australia and the history of the Rex Hotel chain.

The World of Hotel China

Vintage hotel china was built to survive busy kitchens and elegant dining rooms. Today these durable plates and cups are finding new homes on everyday tables.

The World of Hotel China

Vintage hotel china was built to survive busy kitchens and elegant dining rooms. Today these durable plates and cups are finding new homes on everyday tables.

Afternoon Tea, Industrialisation & the Duchess ...

Did the Duchess of Bedford really invent afternoon tea? In this feature, we explore how industrialisation changed dining habits, why dinner shifted later, and how a “sinking feeling” in the...

Afternoon Tea, Industrialisation & the Duchess ...

Did the Duchess of Bedford really invent afternoon tea? In this feature, we explore how industrialisation changed dining habits, why dinner shifted later, and how a “sinking feeling” in the...

English China After the War — Part Two - Four M...

English china isn’t one single thing — and once you understand the difference between fine bone china, porcelain and everyday earthenware, dating a teacup becomes far easier. In this two-part...

English China After the War — Part Two - Four M...

English china isn’t one single thing — and once you understand the difference between fine bone china, porcelain and everyday earthenware, dating a teacup becomes far easier. In this two-part...