I love the idea of pairing a few old transferware serving pieces and plates with Target’s new Liberty of London Dining collection. Not only would the mix of materials and patterns be fun, it would also be a great way to stretch your dollars. Ruby Lane, Tias.com, and eBay have plenty of listings for great antique transferware in pinks, blacks, and pastels. The problem is actually finding the Liberty of London collection in stores! To date, I’ve made two trips but the Target closest to me only has bedding and apparel in stock — some, like this dinner plate, are only available online. Having better luck? If so, what do you plan on doing with your new plates and bowls? Do they live up to the hype? — Sarah L.

Liberty of London is selling out of Target stores fast, but lucky for you, we’re giving away a whole set of goodies to Shelterrific Facebook fans! Click for the details!

Sheriff Harry S. Truman: Jelly donuts?
Special Agent Dale Cooper: Harry, that goes without saying.

The only thing the citizens of Twin Peaks like more than a fresh-caught fish or the Miss Twin Peaks contest is a cup of damn fine coffee and an endless array of donuts or a slab of pie from the Double R Diner. (Played by Twede’s Cafe, which you can still visit today in pretty much its original incarnation.) Tula from Whorange helped us track down these fantastic additions to our Twin Peaks tribute.

You may not want to take a bite, but it sure has staying power: a fake donut, $15.99, from Fake Food Online. We were amused to learn that David Lynch has his own brand of coffee! We assume it’s best served black as midnight on a moonless night. It can’t taste better than in a vintage Fire King mug (found on eBay) not unlike those at the Sherrif’s office, but we imagine a serving from an I’m Not a Paper Cup ceramic mug, $16, would be just as tasty. Also from Fake Food Online, keep a bit of Norma’s home cooking with you at all times with this fake slice of cherry pie, $22. You can also keep your coffee warm on your trek to Jacques Renault’s cabin with this knitted coffee sleeve, $18.

Emory Battis: You don’t know what you’re dealing with, Miss Horne. You don’t know how deep you’re in.
Audrey Horne: Oh, yes I do. I’m Audrey Horne and I get what I want.

Of course, no tribute to Twin Peaks would be complete without a nod to the scene that launched 1,000 tries at tying a cherry stem with our tongues. Audrey Horne, we toast to you with a Sweet and Snappy Cherry Drink, a sweet and sassy cherry knob from Anthropologie, $8, and a bit of Northwest flavor: Chukar cherry pie and cobbler filling, $14.95.

Finally, we’re sure that there are cherry pie recipes to die for, but frankly, we don’t have the patience for rolling that crust. So for us, this cherry cheesecake that Paola Thomas of mirrormirror made using a Nigella Lawson recipe. Paola also took that gorgeous photo above. So mouth-watering, you’d think it worked at One-Eyed Jack’s.

Previously on Twin Peaks decor:
The Lady with the Log
Welcome to Twin Peaks

Yes, my pewter obsession continues with a new line from Juliska, “‘Pewter’ Stoneware.” That’s right — Juliska’s “pewter” is actually stoneware with a hammered luster, so it can go from table to a 500-degree oven, the microwave, or even the freezer. A far cry from real pewter, which would melt at just 450 degrees, or old pewter, which was made with lead! While it looks great in the photo, I’m curious to see if in-store the “Pewter” Stoneware surface will be too shiny compared to the patina I adore in old pewter. A large platter is $92 and chargers are $66 each. — Sarah L.

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Joan Rivers’ kitchen
Holiday prep time

I stumbled across these handcrafted soaps at Seattle Sundries and am desperate to try one. My fave? Gender Neutral. The ingredients — cocoa powder, vanilla and sweet birch essentials oils — add up to a scent described as “slightly reminiscent of root beer.” Just $9.50 for a tin, although, on second thought, I better order two. The tins are definitely fight-worthy! — Sarah L.

You know we love Etsy around here, but lately I was wondering how 1000 Markets stacked up in comparison — I really hadn’t spent much time there since they launched last year. While the selection isn’t nearly as large as Etsy’s, I did some poking around recently, and I found a lot of things I really liked. Like these:

“Charm” Hanging Modern Bird Feeder (above) by Joe Papendick, $65

JESSIE Designer Dog Collar by Flying Dog Collars, $28:

Cocobolo Square Simple Napkin Rings by Chiossone & Co., $48 for a set of four:

Charles Potato Chips Tin Single Switch Plate by Tin Can Sally Switch Plates, $24:

Contemporary Garden Trellis in Charcoal by Andrew’s Reclaimed, $175:

Suzani Pillow by Decorative Instincts, $40:

Face of Spades Mask by John T. Unger, $59:

In fact, you can find Unger’s fantastic firebowls at 1000 Markets, too (We’ve written about them before.)

All in all, I’d say I’ve found a new place to shop. — Mary T.

I’ve seen design inspired by barcodes, but this is the first time I’ve seen actual barcodes as design. Vanity Barcodes took something mundane and gave it new life — they create designs that incorporate package barcodes and actually scan. I would be thrilled to find one on a product, and if I had goods to sell, I would definitely consider them. It’s the attention to detail that is lost on so many today, which is why Vanity Barcodes make me so happy. — Erica P.

I’ve never invested in any sort of kitchen timer and, now that I’m doing heavier cooking than box macaroni and cheese, it’s about time I start using one that isn’t attached to the microwave. I’ve been Googling like crazy and have found several very worthy kitchen timer upgrades. For the traditionalist, there’s Crate & Barrel’s retro 60-minute timer, $10.95. For the multi-tasker, Martha Stewart has a fits-in-the-palm-of-your-hand option that can be clipped onto your apron as you dash around the kitchen in a culinary fervor ($13). The Black Cat Timer, $30 from Sur la Table, is equal parts practical and cute. But my personal favorite is Jozeph Forakis’ design, $20 at the MoMA Store. Chefs can pull the ring and set the time for up to an hour. The tape descends as the minutes tick by and you’re left with a chic little silver box when time’s up. — Katie D.

Related: LEGO timer

A few months back, I posted about a great mail order site from the folks at The Sweet Potato Project. Like I said before, I’m always happy to eat a little dessert, but to do it while giving to a worthy cause really sweetens the deal. That is why I’m absolutely loving Baking For Good. Want to buy something sweet for your someone special? If you do it at bakingforgood.com, 15% of the price of your purchase is donated to the charity of your choosing. What are you waiting for? Start shopping! — Erica P.

Nothing adds culture to cooking like an Eiffel Tower grater. The good people at Pylones know this and have expanded their line of quirky home items to bring even more fun to the table. Crocodile bread knives, rhino cheese knives, and adorable, freestanding bird butter knives join their bestselling line of dog cake servers in the cutlery menagerie.

For just a touch of color, try on an angel wings mug in a variety of shades, or stick to the minimal with “make my day” milk and sugar set, available in March.

For more nifty finds for all over the house, click here. — Sarah C.

Related:
New York Gift Fair: new arrival from Jonathan Adler

My husband and I were engaging in smalltalk at a party recently, taking turns listing what we do for a living. My husband was asked what exactly he meant when he said he’s currently studying for his actuarial exam. He deadpanned, “It’s sort of like King of the Nerds.” I laughed so hard I nearly choked on my bruschetta. A Pi Dresser by Etsy seller OhClementine would be perfect for the King of the Nerds in your life. The one I spotted sold (there are obviously many nerds of nobility out there) but designer Nicole Haladyna says:

“I could most definitely create another with the same Pi design and would be thrilled to do so for anyone interested. However, the dresser itself would not necessarily be identical, as each furniture piece is salvaged.”

Imagine the possibilities of a dresser branded with the numerical value of pi (not that nerds need a reminder) with plenty of room for calculators, slide rulers, and sweater vests. I hope OhClementine does a whole series of furniture — I’d love a lamp shade painted with the Pythagorean theorem or a coffee table decorated with the quadratic equation. If you do go the custom dresser route, Haladyna says that the price would be in the $250-$350 range plus shipping, depending on the size of the dresser and your location. As of March, she will be located in Brooklyn, where you may be able to pick up for free. — Katie D.