The Art of Gathering: The Lydia Stoneware Collection
The Lydia Stoneware Dinnerware Collection is the embodiment of Malacasa's vision: a beautiful table can transform ordinary moments into special ones. We crafted the collection to convey an elegant restraint, one with the warmth of timelessness and precisely right for the modern farmhouse home. It's not just a collection of plates; it's a beginning of meals with loved ones and cherished bonds, bringing handcrafted warmth into your kitchen with every piece.
Creating a Timeless, Textural Experience
Each piece in the Lydia collection is a testament to honest craftsmanship. Artisans shape each plate and bowl by hand from strong stoneware, a clay body revered for its denseness and durability. The beauty is in the reactive glaze finish, which is applied by hand and creates subtle tonal differences when fired. This process imparts a personal touch to each piece and keeps the hand of the maker in the work while bringing a warm, earthy beauty to your table. We turned to nature and tradition for the collection's embossed motifs, including textural dots, traditional diamond reliefs, daisy floral motifs, and hexagonal weaves. This considered collection adds visual appeal and a sensual pleasure to each piece, with every one forming a harmonious member of the dinnerware family with its own rustic, vintage character.
A Palette of Soft and Dramatic Colors
Two distinct color palettes, both of which are designed to fit in with a range of kitchen styles. Our Lydia 16 Piece Antique White Dinnerware Set provides a soft, calm backdrop. This off-white, pale color has a warm undertone that creates a vintage, soothing look. The reactive glaze provides a soft, creamy residue that unmistakably announces the embossed patterns. Next, for a bolder and more dramatic look, we have the Lydia 16 Piece Starry Blue Dinnerware Set . This dark blue color is rich and calming with a sophisticated, calming nuance. The reactive glaze produces a night sky effect on the surface, a subtle color variation that turns every piece into a miniature masterpiece.
Intelligent Design for Modern Living
We understand that beautiful tableware must also be functional and easy to use and maintain. The Lydia collection is crafted from dense stoneware, making it highly chip- and scratch-resistant. Our top priority is providing dinnerware that will not only withstand everyday usage but never diminish in beauty. We've crafted all our products entirely safe for your family—they're lead-free certified, cadmium-free, and BPA-free. In the interest of convenience for your busy lifestyle, all products are designed for modern convenience. You can safely microwave them to reheat leftovers or oven-bake slow-cooked dishes. When you're done with dinner, just pile them in the dishwasher for effortless cleaning. This easy union of form and function is our design philosophy.
The Collection: A Piece for Every Occasion
The Lydia collection features thoughtfully selected sets to suit your needs. From setting the table for a dinner for four or a large affair with lots of company, we've got it. The Lydia 16 Piece Antique White Dinnerware Set includes four 10.5-inch dinner plates, four 8.5-inch salad plates, four 8.2-inch soup plates, and four 5.8-inch cereal bowls. For those that want to add a touch of color, the Lydia 16 Piece Starry Blue Dinnerware Set provides the same functional set in its dark blue color. For larger families or for those who enjoy entertaining, we designed the Lydia 32 Piece Antique White Dinnerware Set . The larger set serves eight people, with eight of each: 10.5-inch dinner plates, 8.5-inch salad plates, 8.2-inch soup plates, and 5.8-inch cereal bowls. The larger set provides lots of plates to host a large party with all the courses in the same classic style and understated elegance.