This goblet is easy to identify as it is one of Cambridge Glass best known patterns, Chantilly. Oh, but wait, there is a similar pattern, Elaine, also from Cambridge. How can you identify your glass? … [Read more...]
Gold and Glittery, What’s Not to Like? Rose Point Golden Cocktail
When I was in college I remember friends drinking Brandy Alexanders before I was old enough to join them. The exotic looking drink always intrigued me with its luscious color and nutmeg sprinkle on … [Read more...]
Cambridge Caprice – Pressed Crystal Beauty for Fancy Fun Friday
Quite a few of my Fancy Friday picks have been spectacular - Rose Point bon bon, Duncan Miller Sylvan candy dish, Chantilly compote - and a few, like today's have been lovely little pieces, not … [Read more...]
Rose Point Bon Bon – Special Glass for Fancy Fun Friday
I've shown Rose Point pretties before on Fancy Friday but this one takes the cake. Cambridge called it a bon bon; I call it special! So... it's a pretty piece, but what would you do with it? It's … [Read more...]
Orange Juice, Mimosas, Classy Rose Point Etched Crystal – Fancy Fun Friday
Every time I see these Rose Point juice stems I think of a lovely Sunday brunch with friends. You could serve orange juice or mimosas in these to elevate your meal to special! You can see the recipe … [Read more...]
Do You Want Your Mayo In the Jar or In Rose Point? Fancy Fun Friday
Welcome to this week's Fancy Fun Friday post, our weekly celebration of those little touches that add fancy to your life. Do you like mayonnaise or salad dressing? Here's a fancy way to serve … [Read more...]
Something Different in Pure Crystal – Cambridge Square Glass
Here's a true original in American made glassware, Square from Cambridge Glass. Square was one of the last patterns that Cambridge introduce before going out of business in the 1950s and it is … [Read more...]
Etched Crystal Dessert Plates for Special Evenings
Welcome to Fancy Friday! How is this for fancy? It's an etched plate just perfect for dessert or lunch. You could serve strawberry pie on this and enjoy the rich red berries on sparkling … [Read more...]
Pop Quiz – Rose Point or Not? Three Similar Patterns
Today it's time for a pop quiz. Here are three pieces of etched crystal, all made about the same time period, and all featuring roses, swags and center medallions in their design. Can you identify … [Read more...]
Add Vintage Charm with Stemware – Cambridge Glass Rose Point
If you're like me you wonder why glass companies would have sold special pieces just for iced tea. Do people drink enough iced tea to warrant a special stem? And why isn't there a special … [Read more...]