Originally Posted by sarahrachel
I want to start collecting a china set (Royal Albert Old Country Roses) but am wondering that with inheriting so many china sets (Mom's christmas Spode, grandma's wedding china, grandma's set the she got just because) if it's worth collecting my own set. Of course, I already have a set of everyday dishes but from what I'm reading, it's becoming more normal to use your fancy dishes all the time, not just formal occasions.
Do you guys use your china, let alone have any?
I love Old Country Roses! Such a classic! I've been collecting pieces of this set for the past 10 years. Though I may not often use the dinnerware, I have all of the "accessories" eg teapot, creamer, throughout my home. Oddly AND thankfully, I have a busy 5yr old and 4 playful cats....knock on wood they seem to know to stay away from my pieces!