Blue Willow was the earliest transfer print design, and has been popular around the world for centuries. But did you know it's not a Chinese design? And that it's not based on a Chinese legend?
 
As part of our Brief Guide series, we outline the 'legend' of Blue Willow, discuss what's valuable and what's not, and provide assistance on how to date your own pieces. Blue & white pieces go in and out of fashion, but Blue Willow is a classic.