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MacKenzie Childs home decor

homedecor1 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 18:19:20 GMT

I've seen these products over the years BUT what I'm wondering - Why are the prices so HIGH for enamelware?

I watched her presentations on Evine & I believe she explained the floral pieces are "decals" but check print is "handpainted". I have lots of enamelware pieces (not MC) I've had for ages some pieces from my grandmother they are "speckled" style. The pillows & home/furniture were nice also.

I saw a few pieces I liked but NO way would I pay these prices (of course, that's just me) even on value pays offered.

I can imagine how beautiful and colorful ones home would be with these beautiful pieces.

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Vivian — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 18:53:48 GMT

I live about an hour away from their headquarters. When you see all their stuff in one place, they’re gorgeous. I recently bought a huge pitcher that looks like something out of Alice in Wonderland. I’m not sure what Evine is selling but the products that I’ve seen have been VERY special and unique,

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Gram W — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 18:54:37 GMT

I have several beautiful pieces that my son got for me about 25 years ago. At this time MC was a young growing company of artisans. It khas continued to grow and gain recognition worldwide. It now also has several stores, including in NYC. It is sold at Neiman-Marcus, etc.

I would suggest you might enjoy looking at their website. I think you will find the answers to most of your questions there. If this is your style I think you would enjoy a trip to visit the area. Central NY is a beautiful area to visit with much to see and do.

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NickNack — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:31:28 GMT

They really are extremely expensive, but they're very nice. I have a few pieces that I've bought over the years and some pieces have been given to me as gifts. I have the three canisters in the parchment check that my sister gave to me piece by piece as gifts. She also gave me the tea kettle in the flower market. I have an outdoor thermometer in the parchment check that was another gift. I also have a parchment check pet bowl that I use for my dog's water. They don't make it anymore in that line, so I'm really glad I bought it when I did. I don't think I have any of the ceramic pieces, but they are very nice, too. Everyone compliments my canister set, and I really love it.

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panda1234 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:03:06 GMT

@Gram W

What town in central New York?

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Gram W — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:09:23 GMT

@panda1234. Aorora, NY, the home of Wells College. The farm is south of town. All the information and pictures are on their website. You might enjoy looking at the pictures. It is really a beautiful location. You will want your camera for the beautiful scenery no matter what direction you come from.

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Gram W — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:12:24 GMT

@Vivian. I had not thought of it but you are right. The perfect settings for the tea party in Alice In Wonderland.

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QVCkitty1 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:27:49 GMT

I have a friend who lives in Ithaca ( near Aurora ) and she love this line so much, that she always gives it as gifts. Not everyone appreciates it like she does, it is for a very specific taste, IMO.

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Vivian — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:38:55 GMT

I couldn’t see myself decorating an entire home with MC but for a whimsical touch here and there, I enjoy what I bought. I remember seeing a bathroom sink in their showroom. All I could think at the time was that my toddler granddaughter would have loved it.

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Peaches McPhee — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:50:17 GMT

The prices for MC are high for the same reason non-leather louis vuitton bags are over $1000. Brand.

On the other hand, I have seen more and more MC pieces at decor co-ops locally. (I live in the Rochester NY area.)

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Pecky — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:53:36 GMT

I live 45 minutes away from them and I have yet to get there for their huge barn sale they have in July. I really was never a fan until my best friend bought me the ceramic vase in parchment & aqua. It was love at first sight. I have since purchased the small teapot, large canister & a platter in parchment and just purchased the set of three bowls in the courtley check. They really are beautiful pieces.

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SXMGirl — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:55:19 GMT

I just finished painting an armoire and thought about MC for the drawer pulls. At $30 each, it would have been quite costly. I opted to get them at Etsy, but after installing them, I wish that I had just paid the price and got the MC. I still might.

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panda1234 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 20:07:35 GMT

@Gram W

I am from Ithaca and I think Aorora is not too far from there.

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panda1234 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 20:10:28 GMT

@QVCkitty1

I am from Ithaca and just wondering how far Aurora is from there.

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Bri36 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 20:11:26 GMT

They're very pricey. Neiman's carries the line. They're beautiful

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QVCkitty1 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 21:50:45 GMT

@panda1234 wrote:
@QVCkitty1
I am from Ithaca and just wondering how far Aurora is from there.

@panda1234, about 30 min.

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homedecor1 — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 22:48:17 GMT

Thanks! I think the pieces are beautiful but I'm on the "backend" of loving a new line of home decor.

I didnt realize they were artisans who make the pieces & not china mass production. Very interesting background.

I think it would be a nice place to visit to see all the beautiful pieces. I did hear her mention they aren't far from the Beekman boys farm.

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panda1234 — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:42:09 GMT

@QVCkitty1 wrote:
@panda1234 wrote:
@QVCkitty1
I am from Ithaca and just wondering how far Aurora is from there.
@panda1234, about 30 min.

@QVCkitty1

Thanks, will check it out next time I am in Ithaca.

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Mominohio — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 14:45:33 GMT

@QVCkitty1 wrote:
I have a friend who lives in Ithaca ( near Aurora ) and she love this line so much, that she always gives it as gifts. Not everyone appreciates it like she does, it is for a very specific taste, IMO.

Agree!

I never understood the fascination with this line, especially for the prices.

To me it looks like things I see at places like TJ Maxx for much less money.

I've tried to look at their website and find a line I could say I like, but it is all too busy for my tastes.

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sunshine 919 — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 15:21:11 GMT

@Vivian Florimond wrote:
I live about an hour away from their headquarters. When you see all their stuff in one place, they’re gorgeous. I recently bought a huge pitcher that looks like something out of Alice in Wonderland. I’m not sure what Evine is selling but the products that I’ve seen have been VERY special and unique,

Do you remember Mary Englebright. These items remind me of those. Very cute and pretty.