Princess House Sweet Elegance Fine Bone China Collection Sweet Elegance Fine Bone China Collection Princess House is proud to introduce its first collection of Fine Bone China Dinnerware Its design is classic and elegant with timeless appeal When properly cared for Sweet Elegance is designed to be passed down from generation to generation Start collecting your heirlooms today with Princess House Sweet Elegance Fine Bone China Collection Our exclusively designed Sweet Elegance design features: _ The finest quality, most durable bone china material _ Elegant scroll pattern with an updated Princess Heritage Flower pattern _ Pearlescent champagne colored background _ Hand-applied raised dot details _ Real precious metal platinum banding It’s elegant design and neutral pallet is perfect for every event and with any décor. Sweet Elegance Fine Bone China Collection Our exclusively Design was inspired by the latest trends in wedding fashions, wedding cakes & decor and dinnerware designs: _ Elegant scroll patterns _ Champagne color _ Raised dot details _ Pearlescent finishes The Return to Formality The trend towards tradition and casual Princess House History Princess House has had 3 fine dinnerware patterns in its 45 year history _ Princess Heritage China Offered in the 1970’s Porcelain Bodies Gold & Platinum Bands Monogrammed Formal in Design & Shape Consisted of 5 Pc Place Setting and Accessory Pieces Retail price for 5 Pc place setting $81.00 Princess House History Heritage Blossom Offered in the late 80’s – early 90’s Porcelain Bodies Color Decal No Precious Metal Banding Consisted of 5 Pc Place Setting and Accessory Pieces More casual in shape Retail price for 5 Pc place setting $48.00 Princess House History Veranda Launched in 1999 Embossed White Porcelain mixed with decal porcelain and color stoneware to create a mix & match collection Precious metal banding was available only applied to the Holiday dessert plate and mug Considered transitional – to be able to move from casual to more formal Accessory pieces were available in white only Retail price for 4 Pc place setting $44.95 What Is Fine Bone China? Bone China is one of the finest, most durable dinnerware materials available It’s crafted from high quality clays and bone ash and fired at a very high temperature It’s thin and translucent, yet chip resistant and strong When cared for lovingly, it will last a lifetime It is stronger and more durable than stoneware or porcelain How will I know if’s Bone China? Bone china has distinctive characteristics that separate it from Porcelain or other China materials • • • • It features a “creamy” white or ivory body It’s translucent It will be thin and lightweight Creates a clear ring when struck How to demonstrate Sweet Elegance is Fine Bone China? • You will want to call out the “creamy” white body • You can demonstrate the translucency by holding the plate to the light and placing your hand behind it - you will be able to see the outline of your hand (include image) • You can pass it around to show how thin and lightweight it is –but reminding your guests that fine bone china is the extremely durable and chip-resistant • You can illustrate how it rings like crystal – only fine bone china can do that - Just set a dinner or luncheon plate on a table and gently flick the rim with your fingernail (include image) How To Care for Sweet Elegance For best results handwash in warm water with sponge or soft cloth Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners Hand dry with lint free cloth to avoid any water spots We do not recommend washing in dishwasher – harsh detergents, water pressure and heat can wear away platinum banding How To Properly Store Sweet Elegance We recommend placing a foam separators or tissue between plates Do not stack more than eight pieces high Cups should be stored rim down and should never be stacked because this can weaken handles Store in china hutch or cabinets Do not store in areas at temperature extremes like an attic or basement Remember to always lift your plates – never drag one plate over the other. This help to avoid scratching Other things to Know about Sweet Elegance Can Sweet Elegance be placed in the oven? Yes. Can Sweet Elegance be placed in the microwave? No. Can Sweet Elegance be placed in the freezer? Yes. Does the Platinum Banding require any special cleaning? No.