How heavy are the plates and bowls? I want something that looks nice, but is light.
1652084
The plates are very light, they are so light that they feel frail but are pretty sturdy.
1652085
I stopped using my Frankoma dishes because they were so heavy to handle and bought the Corelle dishware to use instead. They are extremely light but extremely durable and sturdy. They look delicate but do not chip like more expensive stone ware and are very easy to clean in the dishwasher. I bought them in the off-white color which blends with my other dishes. I bought the set at Wal-Mart but they do not stock them in my color anymore, only the Winter Frost. If you are okay with that color, then you will be very pleased using the Corelle dishware. I highly recommend it.
1187925
Corelle plates from Walmart are much lighter. The main reason I got this set was because it looks pretty compared to the regular walmart ones, but mos of the rr cups and bowls have chipped away in 1 yr of usage.
2134193
The plates feel a bit heavier than other Corelle sets, but that really shouldn't concern you. There is no real stonework. The entire set is wonderful!
1073502
I think it would be OK. I have a stack of large corelle dinner plates, small dessert plates, and two stacks of small dessert bowls and it has held up for years. I was nervous about this much weight as the legs didn't seem perfectly level but there has been no moving or shifting - I think the weight helps it not move much though. Hope that helps. Enjoy the holiday season!
1771465
I couldn't use my wall scale to weigh the plates, but I bought the set because of its weight - I have bad arthritis in my thumbs and hands and I wanted something nice and durable, but not too heavy. I would say the weight is in the medium range - not really heavy, but not as light as fine bone china.
1573216
yes, they are lighter than ceramic or glass. I just bought the martha stewart bowls that are even ligher and have lids
969292
I do not know if the plates are heavy, as I bought them last year for a Christmas present for my daughter who lives out of town. She told me when she recieved them that the set is gorgeous, commented the colors were beautiful and a little more vibrant than pictured on Amazon. She loved the set so much that she got rid of all her old glassware and dishes and bought everything that would compliment this set. I think you should refer to things of RR that you can see in stores. Everything I have seen of Rachael's in the stores, her stuff is substantial, but not too heavy. My daughter made no comments about too heavy or too light, so, I think the set is likey good there. I do not know if the plates are heavy, as I bought them last year for a Christmas present for my daughter who lives out of town. She told me when she recieved them that the set is gorgeous, commented the colors were beautiful and a little more vibrant than pictured on Amazon. She loved the set so much that she got rid of all her old glassware and dishes and bought everything that would compliment this set. I think you should refer to things of RR that you can see in stores. Everything I have seen of Rachael's in the stores, her stuff is substantial, but not too heavy. My daughter made no... » Read More I do not know if the plates are heavy, as I bought them last year for a Christmas present for my daughter who lives out of town. She told me when she recieved them that the set is gorgeous, commented the colors were beautiful and a little more vibrant than pictured on Amazon. She loved the set so much that she got rid of all her old glassware and dishes and bought everything that would compliment this set. I think you should refer to things of RR that you can see in stores. Everything I have seen of Rachael's in the stores, her stuff is substantial, but not too heavy. My daughter made no comments about too heavy or too light, so, I think the set is likey good there. « Show Less
1095436
Not heavy at all. It is laminate top and legs and side are compressed paper products. Spend a little more and get a better set...
24436
It very light. Maybe 10 to 15 pounds. Would be heavier with water bowl filled and food dish full. Not heavy
126980
Yes, they are. I have another set that looks the same (and same brand) that I bought at Bed, Bath, and Beyond and those dishes are even heavier. The set from Amazon is not as heavy, but still heavier than many dishes. I love them though, they are very durable and look beautiful even after 12 years of daily use.
1334697
Hi! Im not sure the Set didnt feel that heavy once it came but its very nice for the price!
1097400
Not heavy at all but definitely has weight. I love this entire set but the salad bowls are like serving bowls.
1097401
The plates aren't super heavy - but they are well made glass. I really like them alot! They are very pretty.
763213
I think they are lighter than most stoneware on the market. We have been very happy with these so far. Very durable and no problems in the dish washer.
498718
Hello!they are not to heavy in my opinion and i'm really weak lol. They are definitely good quality and they aren't too light to feel cheap but not too heavy that is hard to manipulate them while cooking or doing dishes. I hope it helps!
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They are fine for most plates, starting with dinner size on the bottom. There is another product described as heavy weight. I ordered both and the heavy weight is definitely stronger.
1989081
I can't give you a solid answer on this just now. The mixer itself isn't heavy. It's made of plastic. The glass bowls are much thicker than in the past and they are pretty heavy. I'll try to weigh it over the next few days and get back to you.