Fostoria Romance, that is! Last week a local reader contacted me about her grandmother's collection of Romance stemware and we met at a local Arby's to exchange cash for stems. (A tip for any of you … [Read more...]
Fostoria Romance Etched Crystal Bowl
Fostoria lists this cute little bowl as the mayonnaise bowl in their Romance pattern. Even allowing for larger families, it seems like a lot of mayonnaise! The bowl itself is just under 5 … [Read more...]
Since We’re On a Candle Kick – How About Romance?
Our last two posts talked about one of my favorite types of glass, candle holders. Glass was made to hold candles! The candle light flickers and sparkles and looks like it is part of the glass. … [Read more...]
Fostoria Romance Etched Crystal Center Handled Server Glass Pick of the Week
It's Saturday, a wonderful day especially after a not very good week for me. I hope last week was good for you and that we all enjoy next week! Our glass pick of the week is the Fostoria … [Read more...]
Fostoria Romance and Chintz – Baroque Etched Crystal Patterns
My thanks to Kim who asked a good question: "The plates and saucers and cups are shaped like the Chintz pattern, but were sold to me as the Romance pattern. Can you tell me if the Romance plates and … [Read more...]
Here’s What’s Hot! Fostoria Romance Etched Crystal
I like Fostoria Romance. It has ribbons tied up in bows around flowers and the stemware is Fostoria Sceptre which is very nice. I've had this glass for a couple years, selling a piece here and a … [Read more...]
Fancy Fun Friday – Romance in Vintage Crystal
Welcome to Fancy Fun Friday! Today we're not only fancy, but since this is the month for weddings and romance, we're honoring all the June brides this month. This pretty creamer is in the Romance … [Read more...]
Fostoria Romance Ribbons & Bows Center Handled Server
I've read that pizza sales go up 30% on Super Bowl Sunday. So... are you looking for a better way to serve that pizza than in the ugly cardboard box it came in? This center handled server would be … [Read more...]
Romance of Vintage Glass – Fostoria Glass Etched Pitcher
Here is a stunning example of etched vintage elegant glass, the Fostoria Romance etched footed pitcher. Fostoria Glass made pitchers in many of their popular etched patterns and this one is a … [Read more...]
Fostoria Romance – Ribbons and Bows All Tied in a Posy
Last week I bought a large set of Fostoria Romance etched crystal, mostly stems with a few serving pieces. I like Romance for its graceful pattern of flowers tied in ribbons and bows, the lovely … [Read more...]