If you entertain more than 12 guests frequently, consider purchasing a couple of dozen (or more) basic, inexpensive wine glasses and plates for large party occasions.
No need to get red wine glasses and white wine glasses. I recommend a glass with a medium sized bulb to accommodate red or white. Look for a price point that will make it easy to purchase more when they break. Check out places like Bed, Bath & Beyond or Target. I got mine at Ikea, and use them every day.
Ditto for dinner and salad plates. Food looks best on white plates and I’ve seen nice looking options at Pier 1 and World Market. If you are in Texas, Acemart is another fun place to browse for partyware and restaurant-grade cooking supplies. Think about getting more salad plates than dinner plates, because those can always be used for dessert as well.
Don’t want to buy? Then borrow wine glasses and plates from friends and family for that special party occasion!
Enjoy your weekend! -alyce
photo: fulton davenport
Great tips! We love wine, and most people think it’s strange that we don’t really care about having red vs. white wine glasses (while technically we have the two, we use them interchangeably). Basic stemware is a must! As for the plates, I usually just try to find high quality disposables (clear or bamboo are both pretty). Thanks so much for stopping by on my SITS Day!
Great post! Perfect idea for my sister’s upcoming bridal shower! It will be great to have party ware of my own for entertaining a few guests and friends, and inexpensive too! Thanks!