Thoughts from the studio at ManyaMade
Let’s face it — we all eat. Hopefully, several times a day. But the real magic happens when your everyday meals land not just on “a plate,” but on something that actually brings joy to your table. That’s where the right ceramic set comes in.
So, how do you choose one that suits your life — and not just your Pinterest board? Here’s a guide straight from our hands to your table.
Start with the Big Question: What Do You Actually Eat?
- More bowls or more plates? (Pastas, stews → deep bowls)
- Do you serve sweets or snacks? (Dessert plates are your friend)
- Brunch fan? Don’t skip a side plate for that croissant moment
- How many people? Solo? A duo? A raucous table of six?
Understanding your habits = choosing pieces you’ll actually love to use.
Types of Ceramic Sets (a.k.a. What Kind of Eater Are You?)
The Basic Set
Perfect for minimalists, solo diners, or buttered noodle connoisseurs.
- 1 x Dinner Plate
- 1 x Soup/Deep Bowl
The Standard Set
You cook, you plate, you probably post it. Best for couples or small families.
- Dinner Plate
- Snack/Dessert Plate
- Soup Bowl
The Full Set
You throw dinner parties. Your cheese board has its own fan club.
- Dinner, Dessert, Soup, Side, Pasta, and Serving Pieces
Pick Your Plates Based on Your Menu
- Flat plates — grilled fish, veggies, or a very elegant sandwich
- Pasta Bowl — ramen, risotto, stews, or "leftovers plus hope"
- Snack/Dessert plates — breakfast toasts, olive oil tastings
- Serving plates — for casually dropping “roasted cauliflower with dukkah” like it’s nothing
Mix or Match? Play with Texture Like a Designer
Some tables want to feel like a calm symphony. Others? Jazz solos.
- Clean look: Choose one texture (e.g., Burlap or Coral)
- Statement table: Mix textures. Coral on Burlap? Chef’s kiss
- Not everything has to match: Curated imperfection is a vibe
One Set Is Never Enough (and That’s Not Greed — It’s Logic)
True luxury is not needing to wash your only bowl mid-day.
- Rotate sets while one’s in the dishwasher
- Have backups when friends appear with wine
- Extend the life of each piece by giving it a break
It’s not excess — it’s ease. And ease is luxury.
A Few Not-Boring Tips You’ll Actually Use
- Count people, not plates — Start with one full setting per regular eater
- Start small — One plate + one bowl is a fine beginning
- Gifts that don’t get regifted — Handmade ceramics = perfect gift for anyone who owns salt
Why We Love What We Make (and You Might Too)
We believe objects should feel good to use. That your Tuesday salad deserves the same care as your Saturday soirée. That handmade pieces carry stories — slow ones, intentional ones, meaningful ones. And yes — our ceramics are microwave and dishwasher safe, because life’s too short to hand-wash every plate.
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