I love Autumn. The cooler temperatures that bring relief after Summer’s heat, the lower humidity that makes the air feel crisp, and—most of all—the colors. So why not bring that seasonal beauty indoors to your Autumn tea table?
One easy way is through seasonal dishware. There are many patterns available, but these seven stand out for their rich fall colors and classic appeal. One even features a memorable turkey design that may bring back nostalgic holiday meals.
7 patterns to set an Autumn mood (Yahoo! Images composite by A.C. Cargill)
1. Hall’s Autumn Leaf
Produced from 1933 to 1976 by the Hall China Company for the Jewel Tea Company, this collectible pattern was often offered as a premium item to customers. Various pieces were retired over time, increasing their desirability. The teapot remains especially sought after.
2. Franciscan Autumn Leaves
Manufactured between 1955 and 1966, this pattern features delicately rendered leaves in soft colors on a speckled cream background. It reflects the mid-century “coupe” styling also seen in other Franciscan collections.
3. Taylor Smith & Taylor Autumn Harvest
Produced from 1959 to 1965, this pattern comes from a company founded in 1899 that was known for adopting modern manufacturing techniques early on.
4. 222 Fifth Autumn Celebration
This discontinued pattern by PTS America features bold fall foliage designs. Known for high-quality ceramics, the company oversees the entire production process, including material blending and advanced decorative techniques such as silkscreening.
5. Royal Albert Lorraine
From Royal Albert LTD., this elegant pattern features grapes and foliage in rich tones of blue, green, brown, and purple, offering a refined take on autumn themes.
6. Ganz Autumn Leaf
Part of the Bella Casa line, this pattern features embossed leaves with green trim. Ganz, established in 1950, expanded from toy manufacturing into home décor and tabletop items. Though discontinued, pieces can still be found through various collectors.
7. Johnson Brothers Autumn Monarch
This classic pattern features fruits and vegetables along the rim and a large turkey centerpiece. Produced by Johnson Brothers of Stoke-on-Trent, a company founded in 1883, it reflects both traditional craftsmanship and evolving production methods. Though discontinued, it remains a nostalgic favorite for many.
Seek out these or similar patterns to create a warm, inviting Autumn tea table experience.
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