Happy New Years!

TableCraft had a great 2010 full of new products and exciting developments! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and wish everyone a healthy and successful 2011!

TableCraft promotes from within- exciting announcement!

With confidence and enthusiam, Glenn Davis, Current President and Owner, is pleased to promote David Burnside to President as of January 1, 2011. From 1993-2002 David had his first tour with TableCraft ending as Vice President of Sales. He later returned to TableCraft in March 2007 to assume the role of Executive Vice President. His passion for TableCraft and its growth will be driven by the continual launch of new products, innovation and the expansion into international markets. The TableCraft family wishes David much success and the best of luck on his new promotion to President of TableCraft Products.

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Gorgeous Gigantic Bowls: Not only for food!

Gorgeous, gigantic bowls are not only for food- they're also a great decor piece! Here are some inspiration pictures of how with a little easy design, we turned these bowls into works of art!



Turn your hobby into art! With an office full of golfers, we LOVE the way the GB154 is featured in our catalog. The marketing department also has this bowl displayed in our office- we filled it with coffee beans and it looks and smells GREAT!



Decor globes are another easy way to make these bowls look fashionable, adding style and add creativity to your venue. These wicker and wood globes give off a nice natural vibe and texture and look great against our tinted glass.

November 2010 Trend: Gorgeous Gigantic Bowls!

Functioning as both display pieces to add to your ambiance and great serving bowls capable of holding enough delicious delectables for your whole party, these gorgeous, gigantic bowls are perfect for the approaching holiday season. Must haves for any venue wanting to make a gorgeous, gigantic statement!



Keep checking our blog this month to see lots of TableCraft bowls that fit this fashionable trend!

Creative Cocktail Hours: Adding Levels with Acrylic

One of the best ways to create a visually interesting display is by adding levels. Check out how the pieces below pique interest with their addition of height.

The AP5 is awesome for displaying hor d'oeuvres. The different height levels not only provide visual interest, but allow you to showcase multiple items while still keeping a streamlined and organized presentation.



Another piece we love is the A1612. The simplicity and texture of the riser is perfect for adding a little extra "oomph" to your presentation.

October 2010 Trend: Creative Cocktail Hours!

Stainless steel doesn't have to be boring! With the right pops of color and creative plating techniques, stainless is the perfect way to showcase a creative cocktail display, be it beverage or hor d'oeuvres.

We love the simple, mod lines of the R2013 for plating delicious treats. The innovative curved shape of the dish instantly makes any food display look fab.



The R244 is truly a unique piece. Impress your guests with this sleek, airy display that turns bite sized appetizers into showcased pieces of art.



Stainless isn't only good for appetizers- check out how displaying cocktail presentations on stainless easily provides a classy upgrade.

Stock Your Bar September: Chilling with Class

Stainless steel beverage tubs are a great way to chill and display beverages with class.

One of our favorites is the BTB1610. With its texturized surface and sleek base, this tub is both functional and creatively designed. We also love the handles for easy transportation and the fact that it can hold all of our favorite champagne bottles with ease! Pop the cork- let's celebrate!

Want a fabulous, easy and low cost way to upgrade your beverage presentation with an item you already own? The RS1537 Designer Tote Frame fits around our standard totes for a stylish upgrade in no time. Extra bonus: Folds flat for easy storage!

September 2010 Trend: Stock Your Bar September!

TableCraft's 1st Annual Stock Your Bar September! Whether you're looking for revamped classics like the Proper Pour Collection or new innovations like our designer tote box frame, TableCraft has everything you need to stock your bar!


This week we're focusing two item collections that every bar should have- Proper Pour™ measured pourers and Pour Master® Completes.




Venues love our Proper Pours™ because of their unmatched accuracy. Accurate pouring = Consistant drinks and boosted profits!




Pour Master® Completes are a great way to keep your bar organized. Featuring an easy grip neck, the complete sets include the container, a snap-tight color-coded spout and a color-coded cap for easy storage. This set is an absolute must have for every alcohol serving establishment!

The Little Black Basket: Thinking Out of the Box

Think Little Black Baskets are just for table service? Think again! One of our favorite uses for LBBs are for guest room amentities. With all different styles and shapes to choose from, TableCraft makes it easy to cater to guests upon arrival with gorgeous baskets packed with blissful amentities and gourmet goodies!

The Little Black Basket: Make your fruit POP!

Neon colors are in! Pair "neon" foods with our chic black baskets to make your brave color choices pop. Choose fruits in fun, bright shades like yellow, green and orange (we love bananas, Granny Smith apples and tangerines!) to showcase in our Little Black Baskets. Voilà! Instant, easy and super trendy display!

The Little Black Basket: Unique Bread Baskets

This week we're focusing on our favorite bread baskets to dress up your tabletop - our favorites include pieces from our Bouclé and Mediterranean Collections™.




Our Bouclé Collection™ is sure to be a fan favorite for creative bread baskets. Its airy design creates a light and pliable illusion, but this basket is actually very sturdy. Not only does it keep its shape- it can hold all of your favorite rolls with ease. Pass the bread, please!




Looking for a classic Tuscan feel in your venue? The Mediterranean Collection™ epotomizes class and simplicity and will remind guests of the Old Country, no matter how far away they are. Passare il pane, per favore!

The Little Black Basket: Chic & Stylish

The ultimate Little Black Dress of the Tabletop! The creative design of this versatile basket (and the rest of the baskets in our Grand Master Transformer Collection) allows you to create endless unique displays. Easily transform its shape to create new presentations like you'd change accessories to create a whole new outfit!




We love the BC7209's chic sharp style! This basket always causes a doubletake on tabletops because of its interesting lines and modern design. A must for any edgy, fashion forward venue.

August 2010 Trend: The Little Black Basket

The Little Black Dress of the restaurant industry. Classic. Fabulous. Always in style.

During the month of August, 2 new innovative and fabulous black baskets will be featured on the blog each week, so keep checking back!

Restaurant Classics: Evoking Nostalgia

Restaurant classics are the perfect way to evoke nostalgia in your venue. Two of our favorite nostalgic pieces are our 18 coffee pot and our 714CH straw holder. The 18 is a classic staple in mom and pop breakfast spots everywhere and the 714CH reminds us of the "good ole days" of soda and malt shops. I'd like a vanilla shake and a piece of blueberry pie, please!

Restaurant Classics: Bigger isn't always better

We love the classic look of our mini salt and pepper shakers! Our 30S&P's are ideal for adding extra consideration and convienience to room service trays or for when you need mulitple shakers on long, rectangular tables. Sometimes mini is just better!

Restaurant Classics: The "TableCraft Test"

Having grown up around TableCraft (my father gave me the TableCraft catalog as reading material when I got my tonsils out), I can easily and quickly identify TPC pieces by their design and material. Over the years, my friends have developed something they call a "TableCraft Test" to see if a product is TableCraft. As soon as they see something they think is ours, they hold it up above their head and search for the TPC logo on the bottom. If it's TableCraft, they send me goofy pictures of themselves posed with the item and we all get a kick out of it. Since the start of "The TableCraft Test", I've accumulated more silly pictures of friends with our classic ketchup squeeze bottles and (my favorite item!) our 1074 red basket than all the other items combined, making hot dog places the ultimate place to do "The TableCraft Test". Next time you're in one, try it! If you're feeling daring enough, send us a photo to Jennifer@tablecraft.com and we'll post it to our Facebook!

July 2010 Trend: Restaurant Classics

This month we're focusing on pieces that exude simplicity, classic style and nostalgia. Seen in venues all over the world, these pieces are truly restaurant classics.

Tropical Breeze: Adding Excitement With Levels

Acrylic risers are a great way to add excitement to your display because of their added height and styling options. Multiple risers allow you to showcase one element with style or switch it up and showcase many different elements cohesively.

Bonus Styling Tip: Adding a long element (like the bamboo shown above) under the risers adds extra depth and dimension!

Welcome, Sandy!

A warm welcome to Sandy Hoyt for joining the TableCraft Team. Sandy will be covering the West Coast as the Director of Sales - West.

Tropical Breeze: Splash of Color

Summer is the perfect time to add a splash of color to your displays. Check out how fresh fruit can add a tropical flair and a perfect pop of color to your presentation. We especially love the bright look of lemon yellow and lime green against our acrylic and glass pieces!

June Trend: Tropical Breeze

These pieces and displays will create the tranquil atmosphere of an island paradise. With inspiration from scenic spots – like those found in the Caribbean, Hawaii, Bali, and Fiji – you’ll almost be able to hear the ocean waves and smell the perfume of exotic flowers in your restaurant or hotel.

Welcome!

Welcome to TableCraft's blog!

This blog will serve as a source for TableCraft trend albums, awards, tradeshow news and industry happenings.

Please contact Jennifer@tablecraft.com with any comments or questions.

Thanks, and enjoy!