Ever wondered what an epergne is? How about a bobeche or a nappy? Want to know how Noritake got started?   Browse below for an extensive dictionary of terms, neat manufacturer histories, and other fun dinnerware facts and features.

Dictionary of Terms An extensive online reference of over 260 tableware terms and definitions!

Manufacturer Histories For centuries, the tableware industry has created memories and time-honored traditions for millions of households. Click this link to explore interesting histories for many of the world’s leading tableware makers.

Replacements History Founded in 1981, Replacements has become known for its customer focus, product expertise, and very large selection of product. Click above to learn fascinating facts about our founder, his vision, and a company that has grown steadily for twenty years.

Q & A with Replacements’ founder and CEO Bob Page Click here for an insightful question and answer session with Bob Page, founder and CEO of Replacements, Ltd.

Pattern of the Week Start here to review great pattern of the week selections, with histories!

Fun Tableware Topics Click here to explore interesting (and fun!) featured tableware and collectible subjects.

Featured Patterns Archive Click here to view an archive of beautiful china, crystal, and flatware patterns that we've featured since we launched our web site!

Weekly Specials Archive Start here to review recently featured weekly selections of specially-priced items, each offered for a limited time at significant discounts. Great pieces including china, crystal, silver, and collectibles, with the selection changing each week! Check back often!

Featured Pets Archive In June 2003 we began featuring a furry coworker each month. Click here to view our past featured pets.

Replacements Staff Member Dinnerware Pattern Favorite(s)! Archive Four years after the ever popular Featured Pets, we've launched another fun feature, "Replacements Staff Member Dinnerware Favorites(s)." Aternated monthly with "Featured Pet", this is a must read!

Featured Museum Pieces Archive These pieces are from our Showroom Museum, and are so rare they are not offered for sale. However, they are so beautiful, interesting, and in some cases unusual, you’ll want to take a look!

Museum Tour Click here to take our fascinating online Museum Tour.

Special Events Archive Read about Replacements fun and interesting events. Want to know about Replacements' contribution to movies like "The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood"? Click here to learn more.

Replacements, Ltd. Decorating and Entertaining Tips Check here for seasonal decorating and entertaining tips from the tableware and collectible experts here at Replacements, Ltd.

Tableware Care and Storage Tips Click here for recommendations and tips for caring for your china, crystal and flatware!