About this Product
This St. Louis Expo cup and saucer were pretty but had a few flaws and chips. The colors were just too pretty to not try and find a way to repurpose them. So, I looked for a larger plate to use for the base. The china plate from Germany worked out perfectly with its gold trim. The first thing needed was to make the chip on the cup look better, so it had to be pearls since I wanted this to be a jewelry dish. Prior to making this piece, I discovered that it wis much easier to fashion a pearl flower and glue it before attaching it to the china. Once I did and this set up, then I attached to saucer to the bottom of the cup to hold jewelry. After that set, then I glued the top of the cup to the top of the plate after I had covered the chips on the plate. Definitely a one of a kind jewelry dish.
Tower Creations by Madeline
Meet the Maker
I’ve always loved creating, with a philosophy of renew, redo, and repurpose. My work includes scarves with a unique edging technique, fabric baskets, soft fabric pins, and repurposed treasures like wooden spool scissor holders and chipped china jewelry trays.
Driven by both sustainability and imagination, I transform scraps and vintage finds into functional art while also designing new, one-of-a-kind pieces. Each creation is made with care, carrying its own quiet story of transformation.
Inspired by the meaning of my name, Madeline, I see my work as a tower—grounded in strength, elevated by creativity, and open to light. I’m deeply grateful for my supportive husband, our blended family of four children, two daughters-in-law, and three grandchildren—my greatest motivators. And of course, Ollie, our four-legged house boss, who graciously allows us to share her home.
How it’s Made
The St. Louis Expo cup and saucer set were a find even with flaws and chips. The key was finding a plate to set them off. When I found the china plate from Germany, I knew I had a winner. The gold in all three pieces went well together. So, summoning a lot of patience, I started by making the pearl flower. Many designs prior to this one I learned that it was easier to design and glue a flower before applying it to china. Once it had set up, I attached it to the chip on the cup and let that set up. A day plus later I attached the saucer to the cup, bottom to bottom. A few days later I covered the chips on the bottom of the plate and then the top of the cup to the top of the plate. And another few days and it became a one of a kind jewelry dish.
Shop Policies
Processing time: From the time the item is purchased, it will be shipped usually within 2 to 5 days depending on holidays and weekends.
Return policy: A customer can return an item at their expense in the original packaging within 14 days of receiving it for a full refund.
Care Instructions: Any fabric scarf can be cold water washed but never dried in a dryer. Other fabric items can be wiped with a damp rag. Small handmade items should always be gently handled and dusted. All china and porcelain items should always be handled with care and gentled wiped or hand washed if necessary.
