Tuesday, 16 September 2014

Entertain In Style With Nora Fleming Minis

By Jody Leach


A company was started in 2003 with the idea of bringing simplicity to the art of entertaining and decorating. Most people have numerous different platters for various occasions taking up space in their kitchen cupboards. The idea was born of interchangeable decor objects to use on platters. Each of the Nora Fleming Minis are used interchangeably on platters to suit a particular event, holiday or season.

These miniature ceramic items are hand painted with great attention to detail. Each platter features a hole into which these items are inserted. It is simply a matter of taking one out and exchanging it for another. A keepsake box large enough to contain nine toppers is available for purchase. This helps to keep the toppers organized. They can simply be taken out for use, washed and returned to the box.

Romantic occasions like a wedding anniversary can be celebrated in style. A champagne bottle, a red heart or some red and white hugs and kisses add that special element. The champagne bottle even has a label for personalizing with the use of a marker.

Celebrations like Christmas and Easter provide a variety of choice when it comes to which items to select. Decorate a platter for Easter brunch with a polka dot egg, a bunny or a chick. A Christmas dinner table is made more festive by adding a Santa boot to a platter and it can be used as a container for toothpicks. A reindeer and a Christmas tree are other options.

Halloween is another holiday where toppers like a witch hat, witch legs, a spider and a creepy eyeball can help to create the atmosphere. A ghost brings back memories of Casper, the friendly ghost. Those with a quirky sense of humor will enjoy one of the newer creations - elf feet with striped stockings. Patriotic toppers like an Uncle Sam hat and a flag are also available and Tiny Tom Turkey dresses up a thanksgiving platter.

The summer season with its long, hot days is perfect for events like pool parties. Flip Flops, a beach ball or a beach chair on a platter symbolize the spirit of the season. Grilling outdoors presents the option of using a mini burger or even a tiny grill. A watermelon or bright red strawberry make a cheesecake or some fruit look even more delicious.

Birthdays also offer an opportunity to use these items. A cupcake is an obvious choice as well as a present with a lovely bow in a primary color. A fire truck is the perfect choice for a boy. Girls will love a blue bird, one of the first items in the collection. There are also cute insects to choose from like a ladybug and a beetle.

Making a collection of these items offers so many different options to keep entertaining simple yet creative. They are available from many online retailers and it is even possible to find sales and special discounts when shopping online. Price, service, selection and shipping costs are some of the factors that should be taken into account when choosing a particular retailer.




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