I spoke too soon. Recently I said I'd never seen reproduction crystal Iris and Herringbone although Gene Florence shows them in his book Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass. (You can read … [Read more...]
What Does the Queen of England Have In Common With Depression Glass?
Did you know the royal house of England is called Windsor? Back in the depression people were fascinated with British royalty and glass companies liked to borrow the cachet of the royal family by … [Read more...]
What Is Pink, Pretty and Way Down in Price?
Depression glass prices sure aren't what they used to be. I am listing pieces this week and am marveling at how much prices have dropped. If you like depression glass this is a good time to … [Read more...]
It’s Almost Iris Time! Iris and Herringbone That Is
Here's a pattern everyone recognizes, Iris and Herringbone from Jeannette Glass. When we think of "depression glass" we think of colors - green, pink, yellow, blue, amber - but Jeannette bucked … [Read more...]
Clover and Blossom Cut Crystal Comport: Would You Use This for Candy or Cheese?
This piece is a mystery! I got it in with a big bunch of glass several years and put it aside in a box hoping I'd figure it out "someday". Do you have boxes like that too? With glass and neat … [Read more...]
How to Be a Little Classy – Elegant Cheese and Cracker Sets
Which would you rather see? A big plate of junk food with a plastic tub of cheese (or a bottle of Cheese Whiz) or something lovely like this Century cheese and cracker set from Fostoria? If … [Read more...]
Please Don’t Drool on Your Keyboard – Depression Glass Colored and Clear
I get overwhelmed when I'm surrounded by beautiful things like this hall full of depression glass. It's like this huge, wonderful curtain just opened and it's delightful to wander through and … [Read more...]
Looking for A Good Reference Guide to Cambridge Glass?
It's odd. There are several good reference books on Fostoria Glass, books on candle holders, books on depression glass, Viking Glass and more. But the books about Cambridge Glass that are readily … [Read more...]
What’s Pink and Twisted and Full of Light?
This Heisey Twist candle holder, that's what! Twist Pieces Some pieces of Heisey Twist make it look like a simple pattern with a skewed panel optic and flat sides like the candle holder, or … [Read more...]
Mystery Solved! Thank You Shelly
Mystery Solved! Last post I asked for help identifying my beautiful mystery bowl. It is a beautiful shade of blue, with a wide flat optic rim. The bowl is round, with no protrusions or flat edges, … [Read more...]