When an indoor plant is placed within this decorative planter, the leaves will immediately become part of the sculpture themselves, in the form of hair. As one will see from the image above, any number of hairstyles can be achieved simply by adding different species of plants or flowers. The attractive polka-dot bow on the upper right highlights the femininity of the planter’s design and compliments the exquisite nature of the overall look. What’s more, an accompanying dish, for catching drainage water, is also incorporated into the general theme and is designed to look like the top of the lady’s Victorian-style dress.

Each planter is made individually by an artisan in the state of California. This means each planter is unique whilst still adhering to the general appearance and style as seen here. The planters are completely water safe and will last for a long time with proper care and attention. The placement of plants and flowers in the home will never be the same again with the addition of such a beautiful holder. Any room will be uplifted in both décor and mood with the charmingly beautiful woman with a red heart pendant and floral hair. Her presence will be felt whether the planter is placed on a dining room table, living room shelf, bedroom vanity, or kitchen windowsill.

You can buy it from here: Victorian Lovelies Head Planter – Debutante Version.

The planting cavity is approximately 5″ wide x 3″ deep.

The blue and white decorative balls for the home interior can be placed in just about any location. They’ll sit well on a level table top with perhaps a thin layer of cloth beneath to stop them from rolling off the side. Other places they might suit include in a flat bowl; on top of the soil in a plant pot, beneath the plant itself; in a glass jar upon a shelf; inside a nook in the wall which can be viewed from afar; on a rug in an out of the way (in regards to footsteps) location; or alternatively close to hand where they can be gently played with during a rest period from working in a home study or library.

The ceramic balls come in different patterns but all have the same attractive blue and white color scheme. Individually hand-painted, they are sure to become a much admired decorative feature to a localised setting in an interior space.

You can buy them from here: Set of Six Hand-painted Decorative Balls.

Price: $42

The decorative plate is constructed of ceramic and has been given a gloss finish. The scene of sensual women clothed in colorful garments is an iconic feature of Gustav Klimt’s paintings and will be recognisable to any guest who admires the history of art. I’ve written before about pieces inspired by the work of the Austrian Symbolist painter, largely because of how color plays such a vital role in his creations.

Gustav Klimt’s ‘The Virgin’, which this colorful ceramic plate is based on is no exception. Vibrant pinks merge with blues whilst his famed gold leaf, which dates to Klimt’s ‘Golden Phase’ also make an appearance. What I particularly like is how the figures wrap around the circular shape of the ceramic plate.

This colorful and decorative ceramic plate influenced by Gustav Klimt’s ‘The Virgin’ will make an ideal accent piece for an interior needing a little extra color or focus. If you know of a friend who has a particular affection for the artistic Symbolism movement, perhaps a poet, then this will make an ideal gift.

It’s 22″ in Diameter.

Nahuatl is the name of the language group still spoken in the central American region where the Aztecs lived in what is now modern day Mexico, El Salvador and the small neighbouring states. This Aztec Nahuatl Jaguar Vase as seen above is in the typical style that has been passed down from generation to generation for many hundreds of years. In many ways, the jaguar design on this Nicaraguan pottery jar is reminiscent of the Aztec warriors known as Jaguar Warriors. These professional soldiers made up an elite unit of the Aztec army and dressed in costumes which echoed the markings of the Jaguar cat.

The beautiful rich reds and oranges of this Aztec Nahuatl Jaguar Vase will suit a variety of interior design styles. If you have a fondness for Central and South American art and culture, especially from the Aztec period, then this Jaguar vase will make a nice addition to a living room, hallway or bedroom. The jaguar themed vase has been made by skilled artisans in the nation of Nicaragua which if you’re a stamp collector you might be familiar with due to the fascinating stamp designs that originate there.

You can buy this Aztec Nahuatl Jaguar Vase from the following website: Aztec Nahuatl Jaguar Vase made in Nicaragua.

Price: $58

Did you know?: A few years ago archaeologists found a jar in Guatemala which portrayed on its side a stringed musical instrument. Dating from the Maya of the Late Classic Era (600-900 AD), it is the only known representation of a stringed instrument before the arrival of the Spanish. What is even more amazing is the sound it makes. When the instrument was reproduced and played the sound that resulted was virtually identical to a jaguar’s growl.

Children are naturally attracted to the colorful items in life and so this ceramic rooster cookie jar is an ideal kitchenware piece for parents and grandparents to keep on a high shelf. The child will look up in wonder at the delights inside whilst the beautiful design of the rooster cookie jar will make a lovely decorative addition to the kitchen interior. For homes in rural areas that have a more natural design scheme, then this colorful ceramic rooster cookie jar is ideal.

The rooster cookie jar has been individually hand painted and as one can see from the image above, the painted decoration incorporates the natural markings of a rooster with delicate floral designs. A wide and sturdy base ensures the rooster cookie jar will not topple over in the event of too much excitement when the kids realise what’s inside. The cookies are found by removing the rooster’s head which also doubles as the cookie jar’s lid.

Animal themed kitchenware have been popular for centuries and it’s no wonder when you see the hand painted character of something like this ceramic rooster cookie jar.

You can purchase this cookie jar from the following location: Colorful Ceramic Rooster Cookie Jar.

Price: $46

I’ve focused on David Voll’s ceramics before on this blog and what appeals to me most about his designs is their beautiful forms and delicate looking but strong nature. This piece is perfectly functional and can be used just like any regular teapot and can even be placed in a dishwasher. The hand sculpted features of this moss-colored teapot are what sets it apart from all others.

For a country kitchen theme, this teapot will sit nicely with earthenware accessories and decor. One can also purchase similar tableware items in the same style such as bowels and sugar sets. This hand sculpted teapot will fit not only a country cottage theme but a wide variety of interior designs from the traditional to the modern. One can imagine it as particularly at home in an interior where flowers and plants adorn the kitchen space.

You can see more pictures of this ceramic teapot as well as purchasing details over at the following location: Hand Sculpted Ceramic Teapot with Moss-Colored Glaze.

Price: $169

The ceramic cream and sugar set are covered with an attractive rust and green glaze. Voll high-fires his pottery work which means the set is both highly functional and strong. They are also safe to use in the dishwasher, oven and microwave.

Much of David Voll’s pottery and ceramics has been displayed in galleries worldwide including Paris, Tokyo and in numerous North American cities. This set especially is ideal for a household that likes artistic touches, additions and accents in the home interior. They will go well with a variety of kitchenware items as well as matching vases and bowls which are available from the website mentioned below.

You can buy this set from the following location: Ceramic Cream and Sugar Set With Rust and Green Glaze.

Price: $69.

…or in this case, the mouse is running up this rather lovely looking pewter cheese spreader, as seen in the picture below. The spreader is part of a colorful ceramic serving platter set which is especially suited to holding cheeses or hor d’oeuvres.

The delightfully colorful and rather chic design is reminiscent of playful nursery rhymes which most of us enjoyed as children. Cheese and mice are of course synonymous with one another in cartoons, rhymes and songs. Unfortunately, mice and carving knives have also been known to come together in nursery rhymes as well. The three blind mice didn’t have much fun with the farmer’s wife who “cut off their tails with a carving knife”.

However, let’s not get caught up in traditional verse but instead concentrate on this ceramic serving platter set which has been carefully hand-crafted in the good old American state of Georgia. What I particularly like is the vibrancy and cheerfulness of the design which will look good on many a kitchen or dining room table. That’s especially true during the darker months of the year when a little extra color is always advisable.

My favorite aspect of this set is the very cute pewter mouse that forms the handle of the cheese spreader. Notice to that the top of the blade has cheese-like holes as decorative additions. I think that’s a lovely little detail that really adds character to the utensil. The tail is curved into a loop which means it can also be hung up on the wall as a decorative feature in itself.

You can read more about this set’s specifications and price at the following location: Colorful Ceramic Serving Platter with Mouse Handle Cheese Spreader.

By the way, the cheese spreader mouse design is from the state of Pennsylvania. The complete set is made in the USA.

The vases are the creation of Texan designer Billy Moon. As well as being an economist, Moon is also an icon in the home furnishings industry. Over the last 20 years, he has gone on to win numerous design awards as well as open design operations in Mexico and China, the latter of which he made his home. His willingness to travel the world and experience the different cultures has resulted in a rich variety of designs for furnishings and decorative items for the home.

This skill can be seen in this set of three green ceramic ursula vases which come with chestnut brown details. The three different shaped vases can be used in a myriad of ways from holding flowers and dried branches, through to being purely decorative pieces on their own merit. The green ceramic vases can be placed on a table top or in the case of the large vase, on the floor, as a decorative accent to a variety of different interior themes.

You can read more information about the Uttermost Company who make these vases as well as further details about the sizes and prices by hopping over to the following website: Ursula Ceramic Vases in Green with Chestnut Accents, Set of 3.

You can read more about the fascinating history of the teapot from the squidoo page I created yesterday. This can be found here: Blue Teapots.

I have a fondness for blue tableware, especially a blue teapot. Many of my cups are blue of varying shades and tones. When browsing the internet for interesting home decorative items and tableware, I came across this delightful blue teapot as shown in the image above.

It’s made by the famous and highly regarded Waechtersbach ceramics company based in Germany. Their craftsmanship and technology have made them a forerunner in the tableware design sphere. This lovely looking globular blue teapot comes in a solid royal blue glaze and will look wonderful on any kitchen, dining or morning room table. There are similar kitchenware items in the same style you can match the blue teapot with if needed.

You can buy this Waechtersbach teapot from the following location: Contempo Tea Pot with Lid in Royal Blue

Price at the time of writing: $44.99