Transcending Time and Generations:
The Blue & White Collection
Susan's Lifelong Affinity
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"My mother had a wonderful collection of blue and white English Spode transfer ware, so when I first came upon Chinese blue and white porcelain, decades ago, I was immediately drawn to the similar look. The intricacies of the patterns, with the same restful color palette, many pieces centuries old.
Because it goes with everything, pieces of my collection can be found in every room of my home. I use it everywhere--happiness jars on coffee tables and ginger jars as centerpieces, garden stools in living areas and large statement vases lining my hallways and used outdoors."
Generations of Tastemakers
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You can find blue and white musings curated by interior designers and influencers across the digital world. It excited Susan to see that her love of the porcelain was shared by many, including a new generation of tastemakers who have made the patterns and color way a lifestyle. The traditional art resonates among younger collectors who call themselves "grandmillennials" and have a taste for tradition.
This collection is for the Blue & White Lover of any age. It's a style that has proven to be timeless and a color way that goes with everything. To bring the collection to life, Susan paired Blue & White handpainted porcelain beads with common chinoiserie motifs and signature Susan Shaw materials including baroque pearls, bamboo pieces and the native Chinese Ginkgo leaf.
Hear from Blue & White Tastemakers
Sarah and Grace on the new collection:
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Sarah Tucker
@sarahgtucker • sarah-tucker.com
"My love for blue and white and chinoiserie started at a young age! My childhood home was surrounded by my mother's collection of blue and white flow blue china, ginger jars, and bits of our favorite hue throughout. The love for the combination has only grown, and I still squeal every time I score a new piece to add to my very own collection! When I met Grace Hamlin, at Pre K pick up a few years ago, I knew we'd become good friends. I can remember coming to her house for the first time for a play date, and seeing her blue & white ginger jar collection, and it really took my breath away! We've bonded over blue and white, chinoiserie everything, thrift store scores, our love for rattan, and our love for each other's babies ... among many other things! That's why it was so fun to be a part of this new Susan Shaw launch together, with my fellow blue & white lover, Grace!"
Grace Hamlin
@gracehamlin • goingbygrace.com
"My love for blue and white encapsulates so much of what I enjoy about decorating and styling because somehow the enduring color combination finds its place among current trends, while its timelessness speaks to a sense of classic and traditional beauty. My own collection is a mix of special family pieces, and items found on treasure hunts at thrift stores and estate sales - one of many favorite shared pastimes that Sarah and I enjoy together, when we're not in full 'mom mode' with our little ones. So sharing in the enthusiasm we have over the new Blue and White collection of Susan Shaw has been an absolute joy!"
Handmade in Texas for You
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Susan Shaw has been designing jewelry since 1979. Each pieces is handmade in the USA and is composed of the highest quality materials. Find Susan Shaw in finer gift shops and boutiques in all 50 states and 14 countries.