The new Sara Miller London Portmeirion tableware is simply stunning

Perfect for afternoon tea, the four new collections are a feast for the eyes

We at Idealhome.co.uk love to celebrate home-grown British design. That's why we think you should take a look at this beautiful new collection of tableware from talented London-based designer Sara Miller, and long-established brand Portmeirion.

Need some tea-party inspiration? Take a look at these table setting ideas to impress your guests

table with cake stand and plates

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Sara Miller is an award-winning British designer, who expresses her passion for travel and love for different cultures in her art. Though relatively new to the interiors scene, she has already stamped her mark in a number of different areas, including greeting cards, fragrance, gifts and homewares.

The stunning new range has been described as 'bringing playful sophistication and a dash of whimsical charm to the table' and we totally agree. We love the way Sara illustrates in exotic jewel colours, creating intricate designs that are both classy and a little cheeky.

The Piccadilly set

designed plates with white background

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Probably the most darling collection – these mugs and cake plates feature lovable animals brimming with personality. They are sure to bring a smile to your guests' faces.

Buy now: Sara Miller London for Portmeirion Piccadilly Cake Plates Set of 4, £37.99, Portmeirion

The Chelsea collection

designed teapot with white background

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Featuring stunning birds in an enchanted garden setting, Chelsea is no ordinary afternoon tea set. Its textured effect with 22-carat-gold and mica detailing makes it worthy of keeping on permanent display. It includes a teapot, three-tier cake stand, teacups and saucers, covered sugar pot, cream jug, cake plates and mugs – everything you need for a luxurious afternoon tea.

Buy now: Sara Miller London for Portmeirion Chelsea Collection Teapot, £55, Portmeirion

The Flamingo collection

flamingo mug and tray with white background

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Following one of this year's hottest trends, these vibrant flamingo illustrations are quirky and playful but with a stylish finesse.

Buy now: Available end of September 2017

Etched Leaves

etched leaves designed with white background

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The richly exotic foliage with gold foil embellishment creates a luxurious look for your table. Available soon online, it's ideal for autumn entertaining.

Buy now: Available end of September 2017

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With all this talk of afternoon tea we'd better put the kettle on. What do you prefer, cream before jam or vice versa?

Contributor

Rachel Homer has been in the interiors publishing industry for over 15 years. Starting as a Style Assistant on Inspirations Magazine, she has since worked for some of the UK’s leading interiors magazines and websites. After starting a family, she moved from being a content editor at Idealhome.co.uk to be a digital freelancer and hasn’t looked back.