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All Things Irish China

There are a few companies in Ireland that create china that is as charming and delightful as the country itself. All Things Irish China.

All Things Irish China

All Things Irish China

Royal Tara China is famous for its delicate scattering of tiny shamrocks.

Royal Tara china

Belleek china is a heavy china that is full of whimsy. Isn’t this a sweet bowl for spring?

Belleek China

I love this vase with the Irish Claddagh image. The design originated in the fishing village of Claddagh in the 1600’s. The hands clasping a heart topped by a crown represent love (heart) friendship (hands clasping) and loyalty (crown). Rings are often presented with this design with the expression “With my hands, I give you my heart, and crown it with my love.”

History of Irish Crystal

For “Quiet Man” fans, here is a china ornament based on the White ~o~Mornin’ cottage located in Cong, County Mayo.

White O' Mornin Cottage

With all this china shall we have an Irish tea party in the beautiful green countryside?

Irish Tea Party

We could set a table of antique linen and top it with painted tin cans holding clover and baby tears.

Irish Tea Party

Or maybe lay out a quaint cloth of eyelet topped by green glasses filled with flowers.

Irish Tea Party

Let’s tie up the napkins with a long blade of green grass.

Irish Tea Party

Perhaps we could add a bit of pink to our table as it looks so lovely with the green.

Irish Tea Party

Shall we have a spot of Barry’s tea or perhaps an Irish coffee?

Irish Coffee

Let’s serve it with a few clover cookies.


Do you collect Irish china?

Laura

OTHER POSTS IN THE ALL THINGS IRISH SERIES

I hope you have enjoyed this post from the DTA March 2008 archives.
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  3. LiLi M. says

    I love the Claddagh symbol. When (if) I’m going to Ireland I let hubby buy such a ring as a souvenir for me!

  5. Roxane says

    Oh I LOVE that tea cup! My 87 yr old grandmother has the best collection of tea cups i’ve ever layed my eyes on. This one would make a great addition.

  6. Terri and Bob says

    Beautiful! I love china of all kinds. I wonder how the word china got applied to all dishes of this material?

  7. Lisa says

    I am enjoying the trip across the pond and I didn’t have to use my passport! What a great idea and lovely, lovely post!

  8. Shimmy Mom says

    Oh, I want a set of the little clover tea cups! Sooo cute. Thanks Laura, -Another well done post.*hugs*

  9. Kathy's Red Door Welcome says

    I feel like I have been on a trip to Ireland. What a wonderful post, I love everything, especially the china and the teapot. My daughter Brook spent her junior year in Ireland and absolutely loved it. The one thing I can do is make some shamrock cookies,the ones in your photo are so sweet!

  10. Jessica says

    The Irish tea cup is so dainty…much too dainty for my house of three boys, but I can dream of days (about 18 years in the future), when beautiful things such as those can live in harmony in my house, unafraid of being broken!

  14. Carrie says

    What pretty things!!! I love the tea set with the tiny shamrocks. (Big fan of tea sets)!! I saw those cookies at Martha Stewart.com a few weeks ago and my son and I are planning to make those today… yum, yum!

  17. Craftymoose Crafts says

    Thanks for your visit to my blog. The china you shared here is beautiful! Although I am not Irish, I've always liked the image & symbolism of the Claddagh and actually had a ring when I was in my 20s–I've just recently passed it along to my daughter who is 16!

  18. It' an Evolution says

    You hit the right note for me today! The greens just make me smile. I will be doing a post on the Claddagh in the next day or so if I can ever get a good picture of mine 🙂

  19. Anonymous says

    Enjoyed the China and the Shamrocks! I finially got a copy of “The Quiet Man” and really Thank You for mentioning it! I watched original and then with Maureen O’Hara commentating and she told what is still there from when they filmed and how some of Ireland has changed since the movie making days! Was pretty neat! So glad you are doing the Irish blogging Ksryl(Carol)

  20. Bernadette says

    Thanks for stopping by! Oh, and I just love the Royal Tara tea cups! I would love to add one to my collection.

  21. Bernadette says

    Absolutely elegant! I love ALL things “tea” and would love to be surrounded with such beauty all day long.

  23. Susie Q says

    It is all so beautiful. And yes, with play doh only 1.50 at target for all four cans, definitely buy them. I might have to buy more…I won’t let mix the colors ’cause they are too pretty. I’m a wretched mom……

  24. Allidink says

    Ooo ooo ooo! I want to have an Irish tea party!!! It all looks so pretty I’ve always wanted to have Belleek Irish porcelain. Someday I hope! lol Thanks for sharing.All the best,Allison

  29. Blondie's Journal says

    Laura,I am so inspired by the outdoor dining scenes, makes me want to head right over to Ireland! I personally love the Belleek china and both my daughters were given Claddagh rings by friends, which is the tradition.You are putting a lot of hard work into these posts & I want you to know I am so enjoying all of them!xoxoJane

  30. Mary Ellen (megardengal) says

    I have a shamrock teacup and saucer!! I love it as it reminds me of my late father’s heritage- he was full blooded Irish and so very proud of it!! The pictures are a parade of loveliness!!blessingsmary

  32. nikkicrumpet says

    The teacup and saucer with the shamrocks on it is so very delicate and beautiful. I’m not even a “dish lady” and I still love it! So many pretty things.

  35. Connie says

    What pretty china and your background is perfect for all things Irish. I’m always up for a “You do mine and I do yours.” We might actually get something accomplished in our own homes.

  38. Velvet and Linen says

    I am really enjoying our Irish tea party, Laura.It is such a beautiful way to spend the afternoon!xoBrooke

  40. Bobbi Jo says

    Wonderful Irishness you have shared. I love the tea cup and saucer. Being that I am Irish and a china lover this is my favorite. Thank you for sharing with us. Hugs, Bobbi Jo

  41. laurie @ bargain hunting says

    Oh, all of these pictures are SO lovely! I loved everything you showed us. laurie

  42. Linda/ "Mom..." says

    ***** Oh Laura, your tablesettings are as soft & lovely as a breath of fresh, spring air~~~~~ how truly beautiful!!! Thank you for sharing! Blessings, Linda/ RMS “Mom of a German Shorthair”

  43. rosecottagegardensandfarm says

    Love, love, love your garden party and table setting photos!! Ohhh…I am there right now!DebbykayRose Cottage Gardens and Farm

  44. Melissa @ The Inspired Room says

    Loving all your pretty Irish posts! 🙂 I do adore green.Happy day!

  45. ann says

    I just found you.I love that precious little irish teapot.It’s so delcate and sweet…Ann

  47. Chandy says

    What an inspired collection for our eyes today! Great pictures! I posted about my VERY FIRST St. Pat’s table!I love the all the colors! Happy Thursday to you!

  49. Cathy says

    This is my first Tablescape Thursday. I enjoyed viewing all the pretty things you gathered together!

  50. B says

    My faves are the Irish teapot and that beautiful teacup and saucer with shamrocks. So delicate! Have a nice weekend. 🙂 Brenda

  51. Linda says

    Lovely Irish Post, I loved the Tea Pot and all. Felt like I was in Ireland a wee bit!Nice to meet you and thanks for stopping by my little old blog.Linda Q

  55. Auntie Em says

    So many pretty things! I love the dishes with the dainty shamrocks and the sweet little white cottage.
    Thanks for the lovely Irish inspiration! 🙂

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