Sharing Moments
Sharing Moments Collection by Janny van der Heijden
Janny van der Heijden is, of course, well-known in the Netherlands as the host of delightful baking and cooking programs. Together with her colleagues, this culinary expert judges edible masterpieces created by talented home bakers. Our cooking queen knows exactly what you need in the kitchen, which is why she has created her own tableware collection, called Sharing Moments, in collaboration with Heinen Delfts Blauw.
Sharing Moments – Tulp
In addition to cooking, collecting tableware is another great passion of the culinary journalist. "When I was asked to design my own tableware line, I didn’t need a second to think about it. It had to be blue-on-white, with a wink to tradition, but with a modern twist." Her Tulp (Tulips) collection is part of Sharing Moments and revolves around recognizable Delft blue themes such as lush tulips, playful stripes, and a modern version of the centuries-old Delft blue bull's head motifs.
Sharing Moments – Aapjes
The Aapjes (Monkeys) sub-collection features cheerful primates on the tableware. "Monkeying around is about doing ridiculous tricks and mimicking human behavior," Janny explains about her collection. "The playful monkeys bring a smile to everyone’s face. This genre of monkeys in satirical situations was already a popular theme 400 years ago, and we are happy to bring these lighthearted jokers back to the table." In addition to being symbols of absurdity, monkeys are often depicted on porcelain in Asia to represent wisdom and long life.
Sharing Moments – Teckel Nhaan
The Sharing Moments collection has been expanded with the Teckel Nhaan (Dachshund Nhaan) tableware. Nhaan was well on her way to becoming the most famous dog in the Netherlands. "Uh, who?" you might ask, especially if you're not familiar with the world of Dutch celebrities. Well, Nhaan, that’s who. The furry dachshund of Janny van der Heijden. This diva on four paws quickly captured the hearts of many Dutch people. Sadly, the adorable dachshund passed away unexpectedly in 2025. The tableware is now a tribute to this sweet dachshund, and the master painter of Heinen Delfts Blauw has immortalized her chasing after balls and playing with butterflies.
Sharing Moments – Kerstengel
Especially for Christmas, Janny van der Heijden has designed a festive tableware set featuring Christmas angels. "This is something you didn’t know about me, but I love angels," Janny explains about her Christmas tableware. The Christmas collection Kerstengel (Christmas Angel) has been designed so that it perfectly complements the other Sharing Moments tableware. So, if you already have another set at home, you can easily add a touch of Christmas spirit by incorporating a few items from the Christmas collection.
Functional and Beautiful
A key principle in designing the Sharing Moments collection was functionality and appearance. "The shape was clear to me pretty quickly," says Janny van der Heijden. "It had to be functional and stimulating. I wanted everything to be different, yet each product should still complement the others. A cup should feel nice in the hand, a teapot should pour well, and the lid shouldn’t fall off, of course. Multifunctional pieces that all fit well together and look beautiful too."
Sharing Moments Together
The collections Aapjes, Tulp, Teckel Nhaan, and Kerstengel fall under the name Sharing Moments. "For me, sharing is important in the broadest sense of the word," says Janny. "Sharing beautiful moments together, different generations sharing dishes at the table. Sharing joy and sorrow over a comforting cup of tea. But also sharing this tableware with other Delft blue sets. Whether it’s modern or an antique heirloom, everything combines together and makes the collection even more personal."