ktgrok Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I have arthritis in my hands. It isn't bad yet, but my mother is totally crippled by it, and so is my aunt. I know I'm next. One of the things that I know aggravates the pain is doing dishes, and unloading the dishwasher. We are going to need new dishes soon, thanks to my clumsy family, and I want something lighter than the stoneware we have now. I figured that meant Correlle. I honestly am not terribly fond of it, but my hands are more of a priority than aesthetics. However, today DH told me he hates Correlle. Hates the material. Are there any other options? If not, I think DH is going to have to deal with it. Or start doing the dishes, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 We used to use Noritake ColorWave in Graphite. If you look at the price tag, Corelle may start looking more appealing. LOL I love the way these dishes feel. They are not lightweight, but definitely lighter than most stoneware. They sell them at stores like Macys if you want to try a feel test. We haven't used them in a year, and all of a sudden dh said something like this the other day "I miss those old dishes...I didn't realize how much I liked them until now...and now I miss them." They aren't impervious to breakage though, chips occur more common than I think they should and when the changed the design just enough that I couldn't replace certain broken items, I boxed them for donation to Goodwill. They still live in the garage....I don't want to get rid of them. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolamum Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I'm just curious.. what's not to like about correlle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I don't know if it's just seasonal or year round.... but I've seen light weight mellamine (sp?) dishes in Target. LOTS of different designs, colors, patterns. If your dh doesn't like Corelle, I'm not sure he'd love this either. But you can buy a piece cheaply and try it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeekingHim77 Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 My grandma always used Correlle because half of her body was paralyzed due to a stroke. If you look online, you might find a pattern you really like. Our vacation home had some really pretty ones and they were so much lighter than my stoneware! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 We use glass plates and bowls. Ours are cobalt blue and we actually found them at Walmart. They aren't as heavy as stoneware and wear nicely. We've had our set for about two years. We paid 16.00 for four dinner plate, four dessert plates, and four bowls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaxMom Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I would suggest glass, too. My glass dessert plates are much lighter than the Fiestaware bread plates that are slightly smaller. I'm not a fan of Corelle, either. I just don't care for the way it feels, sounds, etc. No idea why; it's a tactile thing, I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I'm just curious.. what's not to like about correlle? I don't like the feel of them. The texture is odd to me. They feel like a weird blend of hard plastic and glass. There is something that just feels wrong about them. Like it is not one or the other....they are mutant LOL We had a mis-mash of dishes growing up, including Correll and I always chose other dishes if there was an option. Just because we are talking dishes.....I also will do what ever I can to avoid drinking out of a plastic or metal cup. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristinaBreece Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I would suggest glass, too. My glass dessert plates are much lighter than the Fiestaware bread plates that are slightly smaller. I'm not a fan of Corelle, either. I just don't care for the way it feels, sounds, etc. No idea why; it's a tactile thing, I guess. So funny. I adamantly prefer Corelle because I don't like the feel of glass or stoneware dishes. I told my mother the same thing: It's a tactile thing. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joannqn Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I don't know if it's just seasonal or year round.... but I've seen light weight mellamine (sp?) dishes in Target. LOTS of different designs, colors, patterns. If your dh doesn't like Corelle, I'm not sure he'd love this either. But you can buy a piece cheaply and try it out. Look up the potential health issues related to melamine before going that route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolamum Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Okay, never thought of that! :lol: :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I either do anchor hocking or corelle..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabrett Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I think that if dishes could be that damaging to my hands, I would seriously consider using cheap paper plates with the little plastic holders. Honestly, if it is going to cripple your hands, why can't a dc or hd be responsible the dishes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 (edited) --- Edited November 10, 2021 by prairiewindmomma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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