Fantastic Finds From the City that Never Sleeps

At LCR West Hartford the shopping trips that we take are some of the most exciting and fun times of the year. After three days of seeing everything there is to see in the world of gift, home accessories and tabletop we are so happy with what we will be bringing into the shop for the fall season.


We will be adding to one of our newer lines, the Grant Dawson Collection, which is part of the Four Seasons Design Group. The Grant Dawson Collection includes home accessories, tabletop and entertaining, and desk accessories. Every piece features an animal or a plant that is an endangered species; helping to bring awareness to that organism. A portion of all of Grant Dawson’s profits are donated back to the Sustainable Furnishings Council, a non-profit coalition from which Grant Dawson was awarded the Silver Exemplary Status in 2008. In addition to raising awareness of endangered species, Grant Dawson also prides itself on using sustainable resources for their line. They work primarily in pewter, precious metals, certified woods and recycled glass; with everything being made in the United States. One of our favorite pieces at LCR West Hartford, which is also best-seller, is the Dart Frogs Salt & Pepper. They are available in several color-ways and make the perfect addition to any table setting, adding not only a touch of whimsy but also serving as a wonderful conversation piece, as the story that goes along with the company is one to be shared. Their entire collection includes beautiful handmade pieces that truly do make the perfect gift.


At LCR West Hartford, our clients have come to expect beautifully set tables, and we are always on the lookout for the inspiration for the next stunning table. After revamping our selection of china over the past two years we were ready to move on to placemats, napkins and napkin rings, and boy, did we find some stunning pieces. Kim Seybert is a go-to line for tabletop at LCR West Hartford. As a former fashion designer, Kim Seybert always hits the mark with the latest trends. With the entire line before us, the challenging part was choosing what not to bring into the shop, but we are thrilled with what we bought. At LCR West Hartford we love gray for the fall season, so when we saw Kim Seybert’s gray capiz shell placemats in person, we swooned, and could immediately imagine the tables that could be set with them. At LCR West Hartford, we strive to bring in a wide array from neutrals to brights, dressy to casual; and enjoy setting tables in any style. We are happy to work with our clients to set the perfect table for their lifestyle using their special occasion china or everyday dinnerware, or anywhere in between. There is truly something out there for everyone.


Pean Doubulyu glass is a favorite line for tabletop at LCR West Hartford, and we are very pleased to announce that we will be carrying a larger selection for Fall and Holiday 2011. Pean Doubulyu glass is a family owned company out of Providence, Rhode Island; all glass is made there by hand. Pean Doubulyu glass is creative, colorful, and one of a kind. They have several collections within the line featuring tumblers, juice glasses, and carafes with everything from dots, to swirls to what they call the “wonkie jimmie” pattern pictured above. In addition to those classic favorites, we fell in love with new oversized, color-block pieces, including vases, bowls, and a cake plate. These pieces are the perfect home accessory to add a splash of color or an exquisite gift for a special someone. There are also clear glass pieces including a fabulous cruet set as well as stunning one of kind candlesticks that the artists make on Friday afternoons to end the work week on a fun note. Everything from the Pean Doubulyu line, from table top and entertaining pieces, to their home accessories, is a true work of art.


At LCR West Hartford we are so excited for all of the new product to arrive; now we just have to wait, which is always the hardest part. You can also expect new pieces from your favorite lines at LCR, such as Ben’s Garden, Diane Markin, Michael Aram, and Nambe. Because we are able to meet and talk to the artists while we are out shopping we are able to set up trunk shows for the fall season; be sure to check back with us for news on what lines will be featured as we get closer to the holiday season. We love trunk shows at LCR West Hartford because they are a way for us to bring a majority, if not an entire line to our clients. It’s a perfect way for us to showcase everything that is available in tabletop, gift, and home accessories.