I just unpacked my dishes and I am extremely pleased with them.  They are nicer than I expected.  They are heavy and solid.  The bowls are quite large and deep which I like because they are a great size for soup or pasta.  Mugs are big and the handles are comfortable plus they are very striking.  The blue glaze has lots of variation and visual interest and has a slight shimmer without being gawdy.  The design is raised and fades off softly with variations of rusty copper down to a pale tan.  Really beautiful dishes.