Le Fanion

West Village
299 W. 4th St.
at Bank St.

P: 212.463.8760

This small, charming shop in the West Village sells a beautiful selection of French country pottery and earthenware. Products include dishes, vases, mugs, serving pieces, wall sconces, soup bowls and other useful and decorative tabletop items.

What's great:

Each piece is hand made and hand painted, most in traditional designs and colors. 

What to know:

The store takes orders over the phone and ships almost anywhere. They also offer a wedding registry.