FAQ

I source everything from antique markets across the UK and work with trusted antique dealers who help me track down specific pieces. I can't order in bulk, and I also love a good mooch myself! It's a bit like the lottery, you never quite know what you'll find.

These are vintage pieces, so they come with the scratches and marks you'd expect from a life well lived. That's part of their charm. The exception is some of the mother of pearl pieces, which have had their blades replaced. If you're looking for something brand new and pristine, this probably isn't for you.

Unless stated on the product page, all my cutlery is vintage and silver-plated. I source every piece at antique markets in the UK and spend hours cleaning these little treasures before engraving them.

For the mother of pearl collection, the handles are made from real mother of pearl from vintage cutlery, while the blades have sometimes been reworked in stainless steel (for cheese knives and cake slices). The mother of pearl butter knives are either silver plate or stainless steel, depending on the piece.

Completely normal. There are two things that can happen:

Tarnishing is a natural process resulting in the discolouration of the metal's surface due to a chemical reaction with its environment. It can range from a yellow dullness to a deep black, often appearing uneven or as black spots. This can easily be cleaned using a polish product. I personally use Silver Polish by Town Talk, but you can also find products like Silvo in supermarkets. For a more natural method, you can use a layer of foil along with baking soda. There are lots of tutorials on YouTube if needed.

Patina develops as you use and clean silver-plated cutlery, creating very fine microscopic scratches due to the soft nature of silver. Tarnish is an unwanted discolouration to be removed, while patina is a natural development that adds character to the piece.

No, please don't put mother of pearl or silver plated pieces in the dishwasher. If you do put silver plated cutlery in, it will deteriorate quickly. Also keep it separate from stainless steel objects, as contact between the two can cause damage. Hand wash only, always.

During busy periods (Mother's Day, Father's Day, November and December) this isn't possible given the volume of orders I receive. My stock is vintage and constantly renewed, with very limited quantities of each piece.

You can however add a note to your order. If you have a preference for a flowery, ornate, or more plain handle, don't hesitate to let me know and I'll choose the right piece for you. They all come with floral details, with more or less ornamentation on the handles.

During quieter periods, I'm happy to send you a picture of the remaining stock. The other way to choose your piece is to come and visit me at a market!