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Lenox Corporation June 7, 2015 • 9:59 AM • 3,403 days ago
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Lenox Corporation June 7, 2015 • 9:59 AM • 3,403 days ago

Did you know the piggy bank originated from the 15th century?



In Europe, in the 15th century, nearly all house wares and other household items made from pottery were made out of orange clay called Pygg Clay. This included the containers made to hold small items such as the coins that workers earned each day. The coins would remain in those “pygg jars” until they were needed, so that they wouldn’t be lost.

Interestingly, the name of the barnyard animal did not become “pygg...Read more of post

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June 7, 2015 • 01:48 PM
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cool trivia! pigs are named after pyggy jars. amazing.

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Annieglass May 31, 2015 • 10:53 PM • 3,410 days ago
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Annieglass May 31, 2015 • 10:53 PM • 3,410 days ago

It’s true Mom’s love Annieglass…but we’ve got great gifts for Dads, too! Father’s Day is June 21, and we’ve got some unique Father’s Day gift ideas that will surprise and impress no matter his style.

The Cook - Whether he’s a backyard barbecuer or home chef, guys love using these Annieglass Slabs to share their masterpiece creations with family. Made from our thickest glass, the Slab collection is extra durable.


The Golfer - Perhaps the coolest way Dad can display his golf...Read more of post

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Vista Alegre Nov. 17, 2014 • 2:34 PM • 3,605 days ago
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Vista Alegre Nov. 17, 2014 • 2:34 PM • 3,605 days ago

Casa Alegre's Mix Me collection was featured in the November issue of Coastal Living!
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Simple Elegance Home and Gifts June 26, 2014 • 1:36 PM • 3,749 days ago
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Simple Elegance Home and Gifts June 26, 2014 • 1:36 PM • 3,749 days ago

"Medard De Noblat's dinnerware pattern, Eden, is sparkling and colorful nature expressing itself with frivolity to evoke the refinement of Japanese gardens. The gold dots play the role of the intruder and add an impertinent hint to this fresh and pastoral scene. "

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Beatriz Ball May 24, 2014 • 5:42 PM • 3,782 days ago
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Beatriz Ball May 24, 2014 • 5:42 PM • 3,782 days ago


We couldn't have said it better ourselves, so we'll let our friends at CHIC LUXURIES, a lifestyle blog,  tell you why they think our SOHO FRAME is a great gift for Dad! 

Slip a family photo in the Soho Plain Frame from Beatriz Ball for a thoughtful personalized gift for Dad's desk. The highly polished frame holds a 5x7" photo and has a hammered look he'll love. The frame needs no polishing and is tarnish resistant {he'll love that too!}.

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