6 Advent Traditions to Make Your Holidays Bright
Posted by Danforth Pewter on Oct 15th 2024
For many people, Advent is one of the most special times of year. It’s a time for reflection and meditation, allowing the early nightfall to calm our minds and focus on what’s important. At the same time, it can be a time of gathering with loved ones, for making joyful memories of shared laughter, warmth, and fun.
At Danforth, it's our mission to handcraft ornaments, oil lamps, and other item
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Introducing Danforth Pottery
Posted by Danforth Pewter on Oct 14th 2024
In March 2024, Danforth started up a pottery studio in our
Middlebury, Vermont headquarters. We have spent many years correcting people
when we say “pewter” and they ask, “pottery?” Finally we can say, “Yes, pottery!” We’re excited about this expansion and diversification, and are thrilled to be able to
introduce the stoneware product line to our customers.
Why Pottery?
The pottery
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5 Ways to Celebrate Fall
Posted by Danforth Pewter on Sep 25th 2024
Fall is a favorite season up here in Vermont…the leaves are just about to turn glorious colors, the days are getting shorter, and we are enjoying that crisp, cozy fall feeling. Here are five things we do to celebrate the stunning days of autumn.Indulge in flowers.
There are plenty of
flowers, dried or fresh, that brighten up your space AND feel like fall. Bring in your mums,
dry flow
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Design Inspiration: "A Christmas Waltz", the 2024 Annual Ornament
Posted by Danforth Pewter on Jun 28th 2024
The gifts have all been delivered to children around the world. The North Pole workers are enjoying a well-deserved rest after months of hard work. The
Workshop is all cleaned up, and the reindeer are cozy in their Barn enjoying candy cane treats and fresh hay.
Finally, Santa and Mrs. Claus have a moment. They light a fire, put on some soft music, and enjoy a Christmas waltz by the tre
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