TeenagerMom Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 We have had enough place settings of our non-replaceable dinnerware break that it's time to buy a new set. I am looking for something fun (like different colors I can mix & match) Microwave safe (like doesn't get HOT in the microwave because we use it frequently) Dishwasher safe Not to worried about oven safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Fiestaware meets almost all of your criteria, but it does get hot in the microwave. I usually heat in Pyrex (which also gets hot) and transfer to a plate. I don't know of a ceramic or glass that doesn't get hot in the microwave. Corelle maybe? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SemiSweet Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Fiestaware! It's fun, reasonably priced and easy to replace pieces that break. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Yes, Fiestaware! I love playing with the "Colorama" feature on their website, where you can see how the different colors would look together. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethel Mertz Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Yes to Fiestaware! We got 3 place settings last year at Christmas and I am eager to add more this year. Re the microwave issue: I've found that if I'm microwaving for a couple of minutes or less, it doesn't get too hot. In fact, I can't remember when it felt too hot after getting it out of the microwave. However, your microwave may be a different setting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeenagerMom Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 Yay...I was really hoping everyone would tell me it would be okay to get the Fiestaware. I was just afraid that it gets HOT HOT. I think I may just buy some microwave safe plastic dishes for the microwave obsessed peeps in the house. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Reheating on a Fiesta plate works fine, but they do get hot if the food is dense and needs a long time to reheat, like a bowl of chili. Love Fiesta! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Fiestaware. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Corelle gets hot, too. FIESTA! I saw place settings at Sam's Club just yesterday. $24 for a 4 piece setting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Fiesta. I overheated a bowl of soup in the microwave today, and was able to take it out by the top with my bare fingers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Dude, get the Fiestaware. Like tomorrow! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kroe1 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 I have used the same set of Dansk every day for thirty-five years. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Fiesta. Use a potholder after the microwave. ;) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 :grouphug: Fiestaware :grouphug: Imagine those are colorful plates with happy little smiles :thumbup: 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 I have used the same set of Dansk every day for thirty-five years. Likewise. Of course, I have no idea if they have colorful china today that one might mix and match. Regards, Kareni 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 I got Fiestaware 2 years ago and LOVE it! I didn't like the sets. They typically come with a dinner plate, a tiny dessert plate, a small bowl, a saucer and a small mug. I wanted: dinnerplate salad plate (larger than dessert plate) small cereal bowl large soup bowl NO saucer 18 ounce mugs (great for soup too!) So, I bought individual pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeenagerMom Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 I got Fiestaware 2 years ago and LOVE it! I didn't like the sets. They typically come with a dinner plate, a tiny dessert plate, a small bowl, a saucer and a small mug. I wanted: dinnerplate salad plate (larger than dessert plate) small cereal bowl large soup bowl NO saucer 18 ounce mugs (great for soup too!) So, I bought individual pieces. That's what I'm considering. And then I can just pick up a couple of pieces at a time, when they are on sale/clearance as I can afford it! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 One thing to consider is your storage options; I am not a super strong person (especially my arms). My cabinets were up high. We got rid of a heavy set of dishes (ones made by my own MOTHER) because it was just flat out dangerous for me to get the dishes out and put them away. We got a decent set (and not Corelle...yes it is light, but the texture sets my teeth on edge) that was lighter than stoneware. My mom even had to get rid of her own dishes for this reason when she got older. :0( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plateau Mama Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I love my Fiestaware! Two years ago I bought each kid two sets in their favorite color. That is all they can use. It has saved me tons of headaches figuring out who didn't put their dishes away. They love it too! When they move out they get to take their dishes with them. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I love my Fiestaware! Two years ago I bought each kid two sets in their favorite color. That is all they can use. It has saved me tons of headaches figuring out who didn't put their dishes away. They love it too! When they move out they get to take their dishes with them. What a good idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I got Fiestaware 2 years ago and LOVE it! I didn't like the sets. They typically come with a dinner plate, a tiny dessert plate, a small bowl, a saucer and a small mug. I wanted: dinnerplate salad plate (larger than dessert plate) small cereal bowl large soup bowl NO saucer 18 ounce mugs (great for soup too!) So, I bought individual pieces. I agree! I bought mine through Macys online and their shipping was so well padded it cracked me up. It was like they were sending a $500 vase in each box. I waited until the Fiesta was on sale, and they had an additional 15% or 20% off. It wasn't cheap (Fiesta never is), but it was the lowest prices I had seen on it around town over the year. I bought: Dinner plate (20) Luncheon plate (12) Gusto bowls (just 6) regular bowls (8) fruit bowls (8) Java mug (6) Plus some service pieces. I didn't want the specific pieces in the sets, so I paid a bit more, but got exactly what I wanted instead of extra pieces that would just sit unused in the cupboard. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I got mine when it was on sale at Kohl's and I had a 30% off coupon to boot. It worked out to be a pretty good deal. And yes, love that I can easily replace a piece if it breaks. But the stuff is really really durable. My kids load/unload the dishwasher on a regular basis and we've had almost no breakage or chipping. One bowl broke when it was dropped into my porcelain sink. I did have one bowl chip, but Fiestaware has a 5 yr warranty against chipping. They sent me a replacement piece after a phone call. I think I had to snap a picture and email it to them and that was the extent of my trouble. They didn't even require me to ship the chipped piece back to them or show proof of purchase or anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
applethyme Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Fiestaware! My favorite part is that on the few occasions when I have broken a piece they have only broken into two or three big pieces even when dropped. Unlike my Correllware pieces that shattered into a million sharp shards that I was finding even after vacuuming and mopping. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 I agree! I bought mine through Macys online and their shipping was so well padded it cracked me up. It was like they were sending a $500 vase in each box. I waited until the Fiesta was on sale, and they had an additional 15% or 20% off. It wasn't cheap (Fiesta never is), but it was the lowest prices I had seen on it around town over the year. I bought: Dinner plate (20) Luncheon plate (12) Gusto bowls (just 6) regular bowls (8) fruit bowls (8) Java mug (6) Plus some service pieces. I didn't want the specific pieces in the sets, so I paid a bit more, but got exactly what I wanted instead of extra pieces that would just sit unused in the cupboard. I got mine from a lady locally who goes up to the Fiestaware annual sales and stocks up. She had a whole back garage full that was set up like a store. I haven't seen her ad on CL for a while so I don't know if she stopped doing it or not, but I have enough to keep me going for a good long time. I have about the same amount you do, although no fruit bowls and more mugs. I also have some serving items, bowls, plates, a patter..... I would love some more of the deep purple color as I only have a couple of pieces. Other than that, I am good for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom@shiloh Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Love my Fiestaware! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Y'all convinced me to buy Fiestaware a few years ago on Black Friday. I LOVE IT. It is heavy, but I love, love, love the colors. I went random with my selections! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieSong Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Another vote for Fiestaware! Very durable. We put ours in the microwave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xixstar Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Sheesh now even I want some of those dishes. Love the idea of one color per child so they will stop arguing about who left the plate on the table. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plateau Mama Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Sheesh now even I want some of those dishes. Love the idea of one color per child so they will stop arguing about who left the plate on the table. It was my best parenting hack ever! My kids love having their own dishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 My everyday corelle dishes have a greenish design on the rim. I'm on the verge of buying a set with a reddish design so I can mix and match for my holiday table. Neither designs are holiday dishes, but they'll look festive together. Plus, I won't have to move any old dishes to add the new ones because they take up so little space. I'm the one with room for a large sit-down meal, and I really like real dishes for real food. Fiesta is pretty, and fun, but the convenience of lightweight dishes is a huge factor for me and I don't have a ton of storage space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 [snip].... I would love some more of the deep purple color as I only have a couple of pieces. Other than that, I am good for a while. Me too.....I was only able to get the plates and gusto bowls in purple when I ordered. There wasn't much out there in that color then, but I think all the pieces are available in plum on the Fiestaware website this year. Maybe I will have to stash a couple of pieces under the Christmas tree for myself. LOL 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne in ABQ Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 Just piping in to direct everyone's attention to our very own Pioneer Woman, Ree, who recently released an entire line of dinnerware. The pieces are colorful, and vary in pattern, but they all mix and match beautifully. You can see them at thepioneerwoman.com, and they're available at Walmart. (I love Fiesta Ware, buy the way. Just thought I'd throw this out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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