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My New Fiesta Dinnerware in Slate and a #Giveaway ARV $150

May 26, 2015 - By 
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The newest colour is slate.

Fiesta Dishes are the sexiest dishes I have ever owned. Not exaggerating. Not one little bit. Take a look at that rich colour! Slate is one of the newest shades in the Fiesta Dinnerware lineup this year and I love it. It’s sophisticated and attractive and these dishes are hard working too. Remember when I moved into my new house and I grumbled last year many times over that I couldn’t find the right dinnerware? I shared my frustrating search on Instagram. We hunted high and low. I frequented all kinds of stores looking for something that was safe for my family. Searching for dishes shouldn’t be so hard. I wanted something that was pretty, but not flowery, classic, sleek, but definitely not old fashioned.

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We moved in February 2014 with a rag tag assortment of dishes that were quite mismatched and had been well worn.

It was my husband who pointed out how bad our old dishes were after we moved.

Him: “I think we really need new dishes.”

Me: “What?”

Him: “Look at these. They don’t match and we can’t serve people like that when they come over.”

Me: “Okay, sure.” (That might be my equivalent of yes dear.) Back to work I went, because life is busy and I don’t have time for decorating talk. Dishes? Really? We had literally just moved in, when he noted this to me. At which point I was thinking, we need a dresser for one of the girls, we need patio furniture. What colour will I paint the girl’s rooms? What should I do with the basement? Where can I find a bedspread that is pretty for a tween? What style should I do the living room in? I have no idea what pool company to hire to open the pool. Did I tweet enough for all my clients today? Did I thaw anything for dinner? What am I missing? And he was thinking dishes. We needed 1001 things. Dishes?

Anyways, as the weeks progressed I realized yes he had a point, especially when company came over. When company came over we used the good china, or a raggedy assortment of mismatched Corelle and some other old dishes with Irises on them. I had nostalgic dishes. I was attached to them because they were my Moms and my Mother-in-law’s. Now that both those amazing ladies were gone I had these random things that sometimes prompted a heartfelt memory of them. Nostalgic dishes aren’t grownup dishes and they can cast a pall on entertaining. I needed to move forward.

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I hunted high and low. Homesense. Walmart. Home Outfitters. Winners. Target as they were closing their stores in London, Ontario. I came close at Bowring, but I didn’t buy. We were still discussing how many we needed ( he said 12 for entertaining purposes. I said 8. The difference between 2 or 3 sets is huge in terms of cost!) Although my immediate family is 4 people, we are a family of easily a dozen people when we all get together a few times a year. Anyways, long story short we were at a standstill.

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My dishes must be able to go in the dishwasher always. My dishes must be safe. I worry about dishes leaching lead or other chemicals into food. Was that so much to ask? I had almost given up actually when I found Fiesta Dinnerware. 

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Fiesta Dinnerware is known for its fun and festive mix and match colours. We were sent 4  gorgeous four piece settings in Slate. LOVED the colour. Slate is super hot right now and very chic. That’s exactly what I was looking for. Then also here’s the fun part. There is a Large Bistro Bowl shown here holding homemade cole slaw above in Lemongrass.

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My potato salad looks even prettier here, don’t you think?

And the turquoise companion set is shown below with our grilled bell peppers this week. I love being able to add a pop of colour to the table by mixing and matching the extra serving pieces. There are 15 different colours to mix and match! You can see Fiesta Dinnerware here. I love that Fiesta goes in the dishwasher easily and comes out looking as great as it did when they arrived in our home. Mixing and matching makes the set more affordable in some ways because you can add as you are able. Fiesta is available at http://www.homerlaughlin.com/ and on line and at better department stores and specialty shops. You can see more here: Fiesta Dinnerware.

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Turquoise companion set

[tweetthis]Is it time for grownup dinnerware? Fiesta has 15 different mix and match shades of colours to add pop to your table. #fiestadishes[/tweetthis]

Fiesta is my new favourite dish set and the slate colour makes me happy. My new companion pieces are cheery because they are so fun to use, set out and display. So out with the old and in with the new. This season, or maybe even this year 2015, it’s time for new dishes that match your lifestyle and meet your needs. Fiesta Dishes are lead free and made in the United States. They also come with an amazing five year chip resistant guarantee. They are extremely durable and well made. Plus they make me proud to serve on them. Are there any negatives to this brand or set? My only comment is that I need more. I have one set and it is gorgeous but I need a whole other set to make this my go to set for entertaining every single time I have guests. You will want to celebrate the new with these dishes. Hey, if you remember, that was my word of the year Celebrate! Fiesta Dinnerware fits our lifestyle and our family, and even my personal philosophy for the year, which was to celebrate life!

[tweetthis]Fiesta Dinnerware is lead free and made in the United States. [/tweetthis]

So, now for the good news. I also have one set of Fiesta Dinnerware to share with one lucky reader!! Follow the steps in the giveaway and good luck! Fiesta Dinnerware is also on Facebook here – Fiesta Dinnerware.

As noted I received product to facilitate this post. My opinion is all my own and it is also truthful.

Mom of two beautiful active girls, traveller, fitness junkie, social media consultant, and keeper of the sanity.

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289 Comments on “My New Fiesta Dinnerware in Slate and a #Giveaway ARV $150”

  10. I could not figure out where to put the secret word of the day. So for today it’s PHOTOGRAPHY!

    I love the lemon grass color it’s my signature color.

    1. It is your signature colour. I just meant to include the word of the day in as a comment. Guess that needs some work huh? THX! for entering.

  25. There’s no place to put the secret word in the form so the word for today is Throwback.

  44. I absolutely adore Fiestaware. My Mom has a large collection of vintage pieces that she acquired when I was a young girl. And we’ve added bits over the years. I love that it’s so easy to get new pieces now. I was just checking out the HomerLaughlin site for the first time in a long while and noticed the seasonal pieces. I think I need a Moon Lit Witch Jumbo Cup!

    1. Moon Lit Witch Jumbo Cup? I haven’t even seen that and now I must go back and drool over all their gorgeous pieces! I will order more now too. I really LOVE them. They are so attractive. I feel so grownup using big girl dishes. LOL.

  45. This couldn’t be a more fitting contest – I’m currently on the hunt for Fiestaware as we’re also tired of having mismatched, old pieces. I love the cobalt blue – it’s a classic and goes with so much! But I’m drooling over your pictures of the slate Fiestaware – what a gorgeous colour.

      1. Not so nice when you’re hosting, eh? Hopefully I won’t be embarrassed over my place settings for too much longer! 🙂

    1. Jeanine: I am secretly stalking their site hoping for sales. I bought more bowls today. LOL.

  60. I love the slate color too! It goes with all the other colors and it’s fun to change it up every couple years without throwing them all out!

  61. I’m looking for a white dinnerware set but I think that tangerine would really fit my personality. So many great colours to choose from.

    Besos, Sarah
    Journeys of The Zoo

  62. Those are gorgeous. They remind me of this cook wear I really want, Le Cruset. So beautiful!

  65. I love the turquoise and lemongrass with the slate color. Gorgeous!

  66. I love the slate color! We need to get new dinnerware because all our current cheap stuff has chips in it. I really want something that matches my kitchen more.

  103. The Salt & Pepper Rangetop Set in peacock are really cute~ I love that they have handles!

  110. I really like the Fiesta Medium Canister and the word for today is “travel.”

  121. The peacock color is my definite favorite.. the turquoise is a close second! Beautiful pieces from Fiesta 🙂

  132. Although I adore all of the colors, Poppy would be my first choice followed by perhaps Paprika.

  134. I also really like the Lapis color and the word for today is “photography”.

  144. I’ve got a lot of brown & taupe colors in my home and backyard, so the peacock & turquoise colors would really brighten things up & match great.

  161. Love the cool design of the square bowls! I would get them in peacock color.

  196. My daughter is planning to move out this year – this would be perfect for her. I know she would love the yellow or the poppy. I personally like the sage.

  203. My favorite color is Poppy, but I love the Paprika, Sunflower and Turquoise too!

  209. The Egg Plate/Tray would really come in handy for all those devilled eggs at our holiday dinners!

  212. They have too many nice items, I also love the Large Covered Casserole Ivory!

  214. I adore the lemongrass colour. Such a bright, cheery colour for spring and summer.

  223. Both the peacock & turquoise colors would really brighten up my patio set this summer. Would love to have these to serve up some BBQ!

  224. I love the sage colour but all the colours are beautiful. I had a hard time choosing.

  238. I really like the Entertaining Set Bright and the word for today is “happy”.

  243. I could really use one of the extra large oval platters. So simple but very useful!

  252. I also like the Covered Casserole Peacock! Love that their colours mix & match so well!

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