I loved the patterned porcelain at one of the shops near our serviced apartment in Shanghai. They offered really modern, interesting patterns including a burnout lace pattern, a faux dip-dye, a collections of thin lines, as well as coral motifs. I really adore that small pitcher in the center of the photograph.

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I've been hearing about the Playmountain pop-up shop at Heath Ceramics in L.A., but was unable to make it. Luckily, I was able to visit their shop in Shibuya, Tokyo. What lovely wares! 

We also visited their garden shop and cafe, Tas Yard, located just a few blocks away. I loved every inch of the cafe, from their Heath plates and excellent iced coffee to their selection of garden accessories including pot brushes, terracotta flower pots, and copper spades. 

Although the coffee was a little expensive due to the poor exchange rate, their lovely menu stated that the second and third cups would have a discounted rate, which made us smile. The first cup of coffee is always the most important.



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