Hester Bateman the Female Silversmith
The silversmith profession appears to be dominated by males, however I soon began to unearth the female silversmiths. From Elizabeth Eaton/Jones/Cooke to Mary Chawner, like a beautiful blossom at the beginning of spring my eyes opened to the ladies of the prior centuries getting involved in this time honoured craftsmanship. I did however chose my […] ...Read More...
Luxury Gifts for Writers
Writers don’t need a lot. However, that doesn’t change the fact that they might well want quite a bit. Here at AC Silver, as we write, we can’t help but wish we had a few of the items in our stock for our desks at home, ready and waiting to inspire us to write up […] ...Read More...
Valentine’s Traditions from Around the World
History of Valentine’s Day “There is only one happiness in life: to love and be loved” – George Sand. Aw! It’s the most wonderful time of the year- for those in love at least. Yes, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, as you will undoubtedly have guessed if you have dared to venture out of the […] ...Read More...
Luxury 21st Birthday Gifts for Her
’21 today, 21 today, she’ll have the key to the door, never been 21 before.’ Perhaps a reference that’s a bit before her time, but certainly one that encapsulates the excitement of turning 21. A birthday is always a special occasion, but a 21st birthday is a true milestone that should be celebrated accordingly- and […] ...Read More...
10 Things the Victorians Did Better
Have you ever looked at your dining table and thought ‘there are just not enough utensils here, it looks so bare’? Have you ever put on some jewellery just to think ‘this jewellery is dire, it could be so much better’? If you find yourself saying yes to these questions, fear not, you are not […] ...Read More...
Silver Cutlery Storage
Unless you have adopted the technique of scooping or perhaps picking at food with your fingers than you will certainly have some form of cutlery. Now if you know anything about AC Silver, you will be aware all of our ‘cutlery’ attention is focused on silver cutlery. In fact, you might get to the stage […] ...Read More...
The Art of Pin Cushions
My mother is not a seamstress. She owns one pin cushion, and it does not see the light of day very often. She may be in the minority; however, as sewing is a very popular craft among thousands, and pin cushions are essential parts of it. Pin cushions date back in recorded history to the […] ...Read More...
AC Silver’s Cutlery Etiquette Guide
When faced with an array of cutlery at a dinner party, it is easy to be a little overwhelmed. The questions start piling up: which one do I use first? How do I hold them? After a few tentative glances around the table, you might be able to seamlessly blend in with those around you. […] ...Read More...
What is a Scent / Perfume Bottle?
As Christian Dior once said, ‘a woman’s perfume tells more about her than her handwriting’. Possibly a touch hyperbolic, however this sentiment does reflect the value- both sentimental and monetary- that is placed on scents and the bottles that contain them. Perfume bottles are the first glimpse into the mysteries a fragrance contains, and as […] ...Read More...
What is a Marriage Casket?
In these modern times, a betrothal is typically marked with the presentation of an engagement ring (and hopefully an enthusiastic ‘I will!’). Contemporary rituals surrounding engagement have, perhaps thankfully, moved away from customs of the past. These included booby-traps, beating up the groom and…selling yourself into the slavery of your in-laws? (Yes, these things really […] ...Read More...
