I saw some checked melamine in the new Country Living magazine (a must have subscription I am thinking!).  The CS Post and Company site which sells these beauties is a treasure trove of domestic lovelies.  Oh my.  Two words, girlfriends – Eye Candy! I think I have a weakness for primary colors (or secondary colors, or….)  I still get a rush opening the 64 crayon Crayola box.  But I digress. <g>  Check it out: