Are you a glass seller? Do you sell the odd piece of glass or china, maybe stuff you pick up at an estate sale? Do you know what are the three most important … [Read more...]
Enjoy the Sparkle! Ruby Red Laced Edge Nappy
I just got out a box of older glass to list on eBay and found this unusual Laced Edge bowl in rich ruby red. (The color is deeper and richer than the photo. It's almost decadent; think of … [Read more...]
Madrid Amber Depression Glass – Real vs. Reproduction
Once upon a time you could find real Madrid depression glass at every flea market, antique mall and thrift store. Those days are behind us. I found the cake plate and tumbler in pink … [Read more...]
Dance Away with Cameo Topaz Yellow Depression Glass
This pretty grill plate shows off one of my favorite depression glass patterns, Cameo from Hocking Glass. Cameo has an interesting story behind it. Monongah Glass made a beautiful etched pattern … [Read more...]
Retro Glassware from the 1950s and 60s – Petal from Federal Glass
This week I'm visiting our daughter and her family and that prompted this post. Our daughter collects Petal from Federal Glass and has an amazing collection of colors and shapes. She started this … [Read more...]
Romance of Vintage Glassware – Fostoria Romance Etched Crystal
Vintage glassware is such a romantic collectible. Someone owned this before you; someone treasured it and now it is yours. What a wonderful way to have a connection to the past. Here is a shallow … [Read more...]
Unique Wedding Gifts Guide – Fostoria June Topaz Etched Glass
We all like to buy memorable wedding gifts, something to help the new couple build their lives together. But it's hard to do. Vintage glass is a perfect way to add a connection to the past, give … [Read more...]
Fostoria Chintz Etch- Elegant Glass Bowl for Salad or Fruit
Looking for that perfect large bowl for your specialty salad and want something out of the ordinary with looks and pizazz? When I look at this beautiful etched crystal bowl I think Caesar salad … [Read more...]
Book Report Sunday – Elegant Glass Pattern Identification
Welcome to Book Report Sunday. Tonight is my favorite reference book for elegant glass, Elegant Glass: Early, Depression, & Beyond by Coe & Coe. Elegant glass is "good glass", the sort … [Read more...]
Book Review Sunday – Gene Florence Collectors Encyclopedia of Depression Glass
Today is our first book review in a series where I'll go over some of the good and not so good reference books covering depression or elegant glass. I base these reviews on my personal experience. … [Read more...]