In
today’s society, the use of cutlery is not just simply for preparing, serving
and eating food but has almost become a necessity to make a fashion statement
for even the most modest home. No dinner party is complete with a stunning set
of fine cutlery.
The
word ‘cutlery’ is derived from the name given to a person who makes knives also
known as a cutler and the earliest example of a piece of cutlery can be traced
back as far as 500,000 BC, however these tended to be flints, slate and bone
simply used to tear food before eating. The first use of a tool more resembling
a knife which we would use today was discovered to be from 2000 BC.
The
earliest example of a tool resembling a spoon is a clay piece found said to be
dated back to 5000 BC. The fork on the other hand was not used until much later
and the earliest form was not found at a dinner table until the 17th
century. During the 18th century, the best cutlery was made from silver;
however silver became increasingly hard to come by since most of it had been melted
down after the Civil War. This meant only the richest of homes contained silver
cutlery hence the connection between fine cutlery and wealth.
When
new methods of steelmaking emerged in the mid 19th century, mild
steel became readily available and so was extensively used for the creation of
cutlery. Therefore the production of silver cutlery remained low making it a
luxury item and could only be bought by the wealthiest of people. In the 20th
Century, the invention of stainless steel provided the cutlery industry with
the perfect medium between steel and silver. Stainless steel was durable, did
not react with the atmosphere and allowed the cheap production of high quality
cutlery.
Now
in 21st Century, silver cutlery is much more wildly used however usually
for use on special occasions rather than or in addition to people’s ‘everyday’
cutlery set. The cutlery tends to be silver plated rather than solid silver in
order to make it more affordable. Silver remains the most durable choice for
cutlery and the best treatment for them is constant use. When consistently
used, the silver takes on a patina from the oxidisation that occurs when it
reacts with the elements which, enhances its appearance.
The
silver cutlery available today tends to fall into two categories; traditional
and contemporary. A fine example of high quality cutlery would be the Arthur Price cutlery range.
With a wide variety of both traditional styles and modern designs, this high
quality product has been in production for over 100 years. Their variety
includes the classic rattail
cutlery range and bead
cutlery with their distinct parish design.
About
Table Top Traders: We are a Weymouth-based company that specialise in trading
luxury cutlery and kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice
and offer quality goods like Arthur Price
cutlery, Roy Kirkham, Dartington, Caithness, Chasseur, Royal Brierley and Amefa to name but a few.
In an era of computer games
and children’s TV, a lot of traditional values are often lost. Imagination is
important for a child’s development into adulthood, but unfortunately in
today’s world of technology, it is not as readily used. Children today have no
need to conjure up wonderful ideas for games when it is all displayed for them
on the TV or computer screen.
Considering this, imagine
giving your child their own private space to live in a world or old fashioned
make believe. Your daughter can be the princess in her castle, or your son the
sheriff of the Wild West. That’s why the range of Win
Green playhouses was created - to give children the chance to play again
with creativity and imagination.
Win Green offers a wide range of playhouses that are suitable for both boys and
girls, with many themes to choose from. All Win Green playhouses are all
created to an artisan level of design – the Win
Green Fairy Cottage is embroidered with delightful images of fairies,
flowers and hearts, whilst the Sheriff’s Office has a jail window for the bad
boys of the West. These products are 100% cotton and very eco-friendly – and
are perfect for both indoors and outdoors.
All products are very spacious
– the Win Green playhouse comes in two sizes of small 100x70x100cm, or large
130x110x160cm, and the puppet theatre in a standard size of 90 x 90x 128cm.
They are easy for parents to assemble with light aluminium frames and all come
with a storage bag included, making them easy to take out on holidays or simply
move around the house.
Win Green also supply a wide range of
accessories to compliment the playhouses. The Fairy Cottage can be furnished
with a delightful duvet or beanbag to add a sense of character to the child’s
playhouse. All are made of the same high quality material and suitable for your
child to sleep inside their playhouse.
The puppet theatre is made
with the same materials, designed with a traditional ‘Punch and Judy’ theme in
mind. Equipped with two curtains and a ‘Now Showing’ poster, it is ideal to
develop your child’s creativity and ability to act and speak to an audience.
Suppliers such as Table Top Traders are currently offering a 20% discount on
all ranges of playhouses and puppet theatres. Christmas may have come and gone
but if your child is lucky enough to celebrate their birthday at this time, the
Win Green playhouse is the perfect gift that lets them live their childhood the
way nature intended – not staring at a computer screen.
This article was written by Table Top
Traders
About Table Top Traders: We are a Weymouth-based company that specialise in
trading both kitchenware and traditional children’s toys online. We strive on
improving customer choice and offer quality goods like playhouses, puppet
theatres and hanging tents to name but a few.
Kitchen knives are standard
in any kitchen and used for food preparation. While most of this work can
indeed be carried out with general-purpose knives, there are also specialised
knives designed for specific uses. KAI knives in particular are renowned for their speciality in
what they’re designed for.
The Chef’s knife, also known
as the Cook’s knife, is an all-purpose knife. It is curved in order to allow
the chef to rock the knife on the cutting board for a more precise cut. It is a
broad and heavy blade, often called the French knife despite originating from Germany.
It additionally serves for
chopping bone instead of a cleaver, making this knife the primary all-purpose
heavy knife used in food preparation. Chef’s knives such as that available in
the selection of KAI Shun knives are commonly between 15-30cm in length.
Bread knives are a type of
serrated knife that is usually between 15-25cm in length. These serrations make
it ideal for cutting bread and other foods with a hard shell and soft interior
(except eggs perhaps).
Another type is the offset
serrated knife that uses an offset handle to ensure the cook’s knuckles will
not touch the cutting surface when the blade cuts through the food. KAI knives currently hold a wide selection of bread and offset
serrated knives.
Butter knives are perhaps the
least dangerous of all knives, being dull edged and used primarily for
spreading. They are often used in table setting as well as food preparation.
Many Shun knives are dull edged for this purpose.
A paring knife is a somewhat
small knife with a plain-edged blade ideally used for peeling and other small
intricate work such as de-veining a shrimp, removing the seeds from a jalapeno,
or cutting small garnishes.
It is designed as a general
all-purpose knife except that it is small. Paring knives are commonly 6-10cm in
length and can be found in the selection of KAI Shun knives currently on offer.
Finally we have the utility
knife. Usually between 10-18cm in length, the utility knife is generally
shorter than a chef’s knife but longer than a paring knife. The utility knife
has declined in popularity due to being too fragile for heavy cutting tasks and
unsuited for fine tasks.
Nevertheless, many
manufacturers still produce them for markets such as restaurant kitchens and
can thus they can be found in many selections of Shun
knives.
This article was written by
Table Top Traders
About Table Top Traders: We
are a Weymouth-based company that specialise in trading luxury cutlery and
kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice and offer quality
goods like Arthur Price silver cutlery, Roy Kirkham, Dartington, Caithness, Chasseur, Royal Brierley and Amefa to name but a few.
If your are looking for some January bargains as many people are at this time of year you don’t always have to brave the cold weather and hustle and bustle of the busy high street and major shopping centres to grab some great things.
With the recent weather the majority of England has been experiencing this month what better way to spend a ‘snow day’ then to get some great New Year bargains from the comfort and warmth of your own home. Many retailers now not only offer their sale prices in store but also within their online websites as well, allowing you to get the best deals without any of the grabbing and queuing.
If you’re looking for some fantastic cutlery this New Year whether this be for every day use or special occasions Table Top Traders are offering some great offers across many of their designer ranges. From the Arthur Price Collection including the Bead Cutlery and Rattail Cutlery ranges to Amefa cutlery huge savings can be found across the site.
The Arthur Price Collection is renowned for its value for money whilst still providing consumers with great quality and choice. Table Top Traders are offering even further price savings with 55% off the classic ranges such as Kings Cutlery.
As well as these fantastic savings on many designer cutlery ranges discounts can also be found across many other ranges on the site including Just Slate table mats, the perfect accompaniment to a fantastic new cutlery set. And why not prepare for family and friend’s birthdays buying them fantastic presents at amazing prices. From a fantasy Win Green Playhouse with hand embroidered decoration to Syot metal pedal cars there are perfect gifts that any child will love, and now both these ranges have extra savings.
So what is stopping you, go grab some great bargains from your own sofa by doing some savvy shopping online and get your products delivered direct to your door.
About Table Top Traders:
We are a Weymouth-based company that specializes in trading luxury cutlery and kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice at the right prices and offer quality goods like Arthur Price silver cutlery, Amefa cutlery, including Kings cutlery and Rattail cutlery ranges. As well as kitchenware we also sell fantastic high quality children’s toys from Win Green Playhouses to Syot Pedal Cars to name but a few.
With Christmas and New Year celebrations out of the way many
people are out looking for a bargain in the sales, whether it be preparing for
next years festivities as Christmas decorations become highly discounted or
purchasing a larger product such as electrical or white goods for the home.
January is the perfect time to pick up the products you want at an amazing
price.
Buying a designer, special or everyday cutlery set is often
be a big purchase and something that is intended to last for years to come. So there
is no better time to purchase a luxury product like designer kitchenware and
cutlery than in the New Years sales period.
Many high street and online shops, including Table Top
Traders are offering huge discounts off well known brands such as the stylish
Amefa ranges. Amefa cutlery offer a wide range of
cutlery patterns and styles so there is a set perfect to suit any table and
home interior.
The
Amefa Monogram
collection, already renowned for providing great style combined with fantastic value
for money now has a huge 50% off at Table Top Traders providing even better
value to the consumer. Dishwasher safe and with eight style choices this is the
perfect choice for any price savvy consumer.
As well as this Table Top Traders are also offering an
amazing 65% of their other
Amefa Cutlery
ranges, the Premiere Collection and the Amefa Collection. These collections
include eighteen different styles which also come in a variety of set sizes
offering huge variety and choice.
Not only are Table Top Traders offering these fantastic
discounts off their Amefa cutlery ranges but they can be found across other
product lines too, including Win Green playhouses, Arthur Price cutlery and
Just Slate placemats. So why not update your home or buy the perfect gift at a
great price and make the most of the January sales.
All of these products can be ordered online and delivered
direct to your door saving you the hassle of braving the busy shops and cold
January weather.
About Table Top
Traders:
We are a Weymouth-based company that
specializes in trading luxury cutlery and kitchenware online. We strive on
improving customer choice at the right prices and offer quality goods like
Arthur Price silver cutlery, Dartington, Caithness, Guy Degrenne
cutlery, Royal Brierley and Amefa to
name but a few.
With
Christmas just around the corner and many people already meticulously planning
their Christmas dinner preparations, what meat to cook, what time to start
cooking and what vegetables to serve, we should remember the important aspect
of table decoration.
With
Christmas being a time of getting together and celebrating it’s also the time
to put together a fabulous table layout to emphasise the food being served. And
while the sparkle and twinkle of Christmas decorations add to the festive feel
elsewhere in your home why not opt for something more simplistic yet elegant
and stylish for your dining table.
Slate
placemats could provide just that, each is individually made by skilled
craftsmen meaning that no two pieces are the same, with imperfections and
irregularities showing on the surface of the slate table mats adding pattern
and texture. The placemats come in either a black presentation box with silver
inscription or unboxed and loosely presented, so as well as adding to your table
could also provide the perfect gift idea for a family member or friend.
Allowing
them to be used year round and not just at Christmas the simple elegance of slate table mats from the Just Slate Company will
suit any dining room and table. They will provide the perfect backdrop to
showcase your food, cutlery and table wear. Also the simple grey colour woven
with the intricate and individual rock patterns provides the perfect base
colour to make any colour used elsewhere on your table ‘pop’ and stand out.
Available in
a variety of shapes and sizes from circular to square and rectangular you can
mix and match shapes and styles to create your own bespoke set as it is
possible to purchase Just Slate table mats and coasters in a variety of amounts
from a group of 4 to a set of 24
As well as slate placemats and coasters you can also purchase
statement pieces such as table runners or cheese board’s to add a wow factor to
your table. These beautifully crafted pieces are also used within famous and
celebrity chef restaurants providing a testament to the quality and design
aesthetic of the table mats.
To find out more about the products detailed in this
article and what more Table Top Traders sell, please visit the website for more
information.
About
Table Top Traders:
We are a
Weymouth-based company that specialise in trading luxury cutlery and
kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice at the right prices
and offer quality goods like Arthur Price silver cutlery,
Japanese Kai Knives, Just Slate table mats
and Win Green Playhouses to name but a few.
Seating options can often be restrictive and when
you’re looking to maximise the comfortable, and comfortable being the
imperative word here, options in your home. Additionally, you ideally want to
do this without adding bulky static pieces of furniture to the room. Could an
Elephant bean bag be the solution.
Elephant bean bags
provide ample seating for two or can even be used a comfortable bed when you
want to relax in front of the television or have an extra friend staying for
the night. The elephant
bean bag is also a lot easier to move and store than heavier more restrictive
pieces such as an arm chair.
Elephant bean bags are wipe clean and water
resistant making the up-keep of your friendly elephant seat as simple as possible.
The elephant dog bed range comes with
removable and washable covers.
The range comes in two sizes , the elephant junior
is the smaller been bag suitable for a child, an adult or a smaller room that
is more space restricted. The seats provide stylish seating for relaxing and
are perfect for use in a variety of rooms and settings, from stylish city
living rooms to conservatories and teenage chill rooms. Both sizes are
available in a huge variety of colours and sizes available so there is one to
suit any room
Ideally suited as indoor seating the Elephant bean bag
can also be used outside for comfortable and relaxing reading or sunbathing.
To find out more about the products detailed in this
article and what more Table Top Traders sell, please visit the website for more
information.
About Table Top Traders:
About Table Top Traders: We are a
Weymouth-based company that specialise in trading luxury cutlery and
kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice at the right prices and offer
quality and luxury household whether it be kitchenware like Arthur Price silve cutlery, or elephant bean bags and beautiful children's Win Green Playhouses.
Beautiful cutlery is something every household should have.
Nothing asserts style more than treating your family or guests to a delicious
dinner accompanied by authentic, top-of-the-range cutlery. We understand that
when it comes to luxury cutlery, not everyone knows the ins and outs of the
history or quality of their designs. So we have decided to take the initiative
to enlighten you on the 3 best cutlery sets currently available, just in time
for the Christmas period.
One of our most favourites is the Guy
Degrenne cutlery set. For over 50 years Guy Degrenne has led the
European designers in table top products to become one of Europe’s highly
esteemed and major brands in both formal and casual dining. Their collections
are well designed, functional, and of high quality with a very French touch
about them. This range is available in both the Premier and Essential
collection.
If you’re going for a more casual and practical range, we
highly recommend the Amefa Monogram set. This
price fighting and very affordable range offers an excellent balance between
quality and cost. The set is dishwasher safe, which means they are highly
durable and in no need of any special care. Coming with a 10 year Amefa
guarantee, this casual but qualitative set is perfect for everyday dinners,
family get-togethers and more.
We finish with the finest range of cutlery available from
the esteemed Arthur Price range. The man himself was believed to have said over 100 years ago that one
could always tell a host’s character by how they set their dining table, and
that tradition still remains to this day. This range includes the beautiful Dubarry cutlery set, adding a touch of classic
sophistication to the meal, no matter which table it may accompany. Being in
the cutlery business since 1902, Arthur Price have prided themselves on
maintaining the highest level of skill, technological innovation, styling and
commitment into all their products.
With the
Christmas period looming in, it would be a grand idea to make sure the basics
are set and prepared now before it’s too late. No, we don’t mean to lay the
table now before your guests arrive one month later. We mean it is important
you have the little things done and dusted so you don’t forget and end in a
panic. Having said that, we must stress that these magnificent cutlery sets
need not be an investment. At affordable prices like these you can impress your
guests with the authenticity of your tableware with little effort!
This article was
written by Table Top Traders
About Table Top Traders: We are a
Weymouth-based company that specialise in trading luxury cutlery and
kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice and offer
quality goods including kitchenware, cutlery and children’s play areas.
It’s that time of the year again – when our afternoons
become significantly shorter and colder, as we look out the window at 5pm and
see a night sky and bright shining lamp posts. The time when colourful lights
fill the entire length of the high street as flocks of shoppers roam up and
down in search for the perfect Christmas gift. In many ways it is a beautiful
thing – if your passion for Christmas is high then no doubt you always find
this sight exciting to behold. However for some people, this time of year can
be a particularly stressful as you try to figure out what to buy that special
person as a gift.
If you happen to fall into the category of the latter, don’t
fret - plenty of thoughtful and original and gifts are available on the
Internet at this time and at low prices too. We’re here to provide you with our
highly recommended and top 3 gifts to get you started this Christmas.
Appropriately enough, let us begin with an ode to the true
meaning of Christmas – the Bible. Not just any Bible however – a silver bible, to be exact. This is a wonderful
gift for anyone with a passion for the Christian religion. Our bible is a beautiful King James Version
is covered by Arthur Price sterling silver and cream leather, and is perfect
for all ages, particularly children.
A more practical gift choice could take the form of our
contemporary brandy warmer and glass.. Silver plated and handmade in England,
this beautiful drink warmer is perfect for all special occasions throughout the
year, making it a very worthwhile purchase indeed.
The last of our suggestions comes in the form of hostess trolley. These very useful inventions
allow you to prepare food for up to 8 people in advance, keeping it at the
perfect temperature for when you’re ready to serve. Available in a wide range
of designs including gourmet, maestro and connoisseur – why not consider buying
this gift early so the Christmas Day roast is not such a panic.
This article was
written by Table Top Traders
About Table Top
Traders: We are a Weymouth-based company that specialise in trading luxury
cutlery and kitchenware online. We strive on improving customer choice and offer
quality goods like Arthur Price silver cutlery, Roy Kirkham, Dartington, Caithness, Chasseur, Royal
Brierley and Amefa to name but a few.
Do you sometimes struggle to find unique and imaginative
gift ideas? Are you always buying the same boring presents? Then why not consider
a World Globe as the next present. This is an inventive idea that is suitable
for just about anybody and for any occasion.
A World Globe is the
perfect gift for children. It is a fabulous learning tool from which you can
arouse a child’s interest in the world and enables parents to explain what the
world looks. It represents a fabulous opportunity to illustrate to children how
far you have to travel when you go on holiday, or on which part of the earth
kangaroos or a tigers live.
Later, when your child goes to school and learns geography, they
will find a globe very useful and supportive for homework. This is because it
helps to identify different continents, oceans, islands and countries.
But World Globes are also brilliant gifts for adults. There are a
variety of diverse globe models and styles, which make an excellent decorative
focal point in any room. In addition, they can help you to improve your rusty geographical
knowledge.
The huge advantage of choosing a World Globe as your next
present is that you can shop for it online, which not only saves you a trip to
the bustling high street at the weekend, but the internet gives you the freedom
to browse around as long as you want for different styles and models, as well
as to search for the best prices.
A brilliant website to visit for your research is Table Top
Traders. They offer a great selection of World Globes, ranging from £39.99 to
£576 pounds. For example, the online retailer has a big variety of World Globes
like the Marian, Bradley Junior or Captain World Globes. All of them have
either an antique or political style ball and feature up-to-date cartography.
More stylish and modern in appearance are both the
Expression World Globes and Vision World Globes,
which are part of the New World Ranged designed by Atmosphere Globemakers. You
can select between metallic opal green, black, red or silver oceans and the
land masses are detailed in beautiful silver.
Table Top Traders also provides multiple floor standing World
Globes, This includes the Spherical Concepts Onyx Floor Stand World Globe which
has a large 40 cm ball. The floor stand base allows the globe to be picked up
and handled, which is the first thing that everyone wants to do when they see
it. With its modern design, including black oceans and white land masses, this
globe is a true eye-catcher.