Using flawed cups and bowls makes for relaxed meals, tableware experts say

Crockery sets, like these from ASA, that look as if they have been made by hand is more popular than ever. — ASA/dpa

The plates are not quite round, the decorative lines are crooked and, overall, the pieces look unfinished.

Cups and bowls with one or two flaws are trending in the tableware industry, you may have noticed.