{"product_id":"sea-spray-antique-butter-bell-crock","title":"Antique Style Butter Bell Crock, Sea Spray","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"itemDescriptionDetailsCopy\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFrench Country-Style Butter Keeper for Fresh, Soft \u0026amp; Spreadable Butter\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Butter Bell crock and how does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Butter Bell crock is a French-inspired butter keeper designed to keep butter fresh, soft, and ready to spread without refrigeration when used as directed. Butter is packed into the bell-shaped lid, while water in the crock base creates a seal that helps protect its flavor and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a \u003cstrong\u003enew Butter Bell® crock from the brand's Antique Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e. “Antique” refers to its French country-inspired styling, embossed detailing, and intentionally aged appearance. This is not an antique or vintage item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Little French Country Charm for the Breakfast Table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of my favorite kitchen pieces are the ones that make an ordinary ritual feel just a little more special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a slow Saturday morning. Coffee is brewing, warm bread or biscuits have just made it to the table, and instead of wrestling with a cold stick of butter straight from the refrigerator, you lift the lid of this beautiful little crock and have soft, spreadable butter waiting for you. That alone feels like a small luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut the Sea Spray Antique Butter Bell Crock brings something else to the table. Its soft sea-glass color and gently antiqued vine-and-leaf detailing give it the character of a piece that might have been discovered in a French country kitchen, while offering the practicality of a newly made kitchen essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave it beside fresh bread at dinner. Bring it to the table for pancakes on Sunday morning. Set it out for brunch and let everyone help themselves. It turns something as simple as passing the butter into another small opportunity to gather, share, and make the table feel welcoming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd when breakfast is over? It is pretty enough to stay right where it is. That is the kind of kitchenware I love most. Useful enough to earn its place on the counter and beautiful enough that you would never want to put it away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose a Butter Bell Crock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps butter soft and ready to spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain butter freshness without refrigeration when used as directed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater seal helps protect butter from outside air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates the frustration of hard, refrigerated butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful enough to leave on the countertop or dining table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrings French country character to everyday meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Butter Bell® crock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly made item, not antique or vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the brand's French country-inspired Antique Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSea Spray soft blue-green finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbossed vine and leaf detailing with an antiqued appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from durable New Bone China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds 1 stick of butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 1\/2 cup \/ 125 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.25\" x 3.78\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead and cadmium free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConveniently sized for countertop storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEndorsed by chefs and butter manufacturers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Your Butter Bell Crock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow one stick of butter to soften slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmly pack the softened butter into the bell-shaped lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the manufacturer's recommended amount of cold water to the crock base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the butter-filled bell upside down into the crock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe water creates a seal around the butter, helping protect its freshness while allowing it to remain soft and spreadable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, refresh the water regularly and follow the manufacturer's recommendations for use and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash before first use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefresh the water regularly while in use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the crock thoroughly between butter refills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with the same care you would other fine ceramic kitchenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping, Returns \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Butter Bell crock ships directly from our trusted supplier. Because fulfillment details may differ from our Sertodo copper collection, delivery timing and shipping expectations for this item will be provided separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Exchanges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReturn eligibility, timing, and procedures for this product are based on the fulfillment policies of the Butter Bell supplier. Please contact Porch Nook before returning your item so we can provide the correct instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamaged Items\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your Butter Bell crock arrives damaged, please contact Porch Nook promptly and retain the original packaging and shipping materials. We will help coordinate the appropriate next steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sea Spray Antique Butter Bell Crock actually an antique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a new Butter Bell® crock from the brand's Antique Collection. “Antique” describes its French country-inspired styling, embossed vine detailing, and intentionally aged appearance. It is not an antique or vintage item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Butter Bell crock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Butter Bell crock is a countertop butter keeper inspired by the traditional French method of storing butter. It uses water to create a seal that helps protect the butter while keeping it soft enough to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a Butter Bell crock work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftened butter is packed into the bell-shaped portion of the crock and inverted into a base containing water. The water creates a seal around the opening, helping limit exposure to outside air while the butter remains at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a Butter Bell really keep butter spreadable without refrigeration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. When used according to the manufacturer's instructions, the Butter Bell crock is designed to keep butter soft and spreadable on the countertop while helping maintain its freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much butter does the Sea Spray Butter Bell hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt holds one standard stick of butter, approximately 1\/2 cup or 125 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I change the water in a Butter Bell crock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe water should be refreshed regularly according to the manufacturer's recommendations, particularly in warmer conditions, to help maintain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of butter can I use in a Butter Bell crock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButter Bell crocks are intended for traditional butter. For the best results, follow the manufacturer's recommendations regarding butter type, room temperature, water changes, and storage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sea Spray Butter Bell dishwasher safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The crock is made from durable New Bone China and is dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sea Spray color blue or green?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSea Spray is a soft blue-green shade reminiscent of sea glass, giving the crock a subtle color that works especially well in French country, cottage, coastal, and vintage-inspired kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat decorating styles work with the Sea Spray Antique Butter Bell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts soft blue-green color, antiqued detailing, and embossed vine motif make it especially suited to French country, cottage, farmhouse, traditional, coastal, and collected vintage-inspired kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a Butter Bell crock make a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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