Depression Glass Patterns with Spiral Motifs Federal Diana Depression Glass Federal made Diana in crystal, amber and pink, plus a few pieces in green and platinum-trimmed crystal. Look for … [Read more...]
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Spirals and Swirls Patterns – Jeannette Petal Swirl Depression Glass
Jeannette Swirl depression glass, also called Petal Swirl is beautiful in ultramarine teal or pink and available in so many wonderful pieces. Introducing Jeannette Swirl with Table … [Read more...]
Conversion Time! From Dealer/Aficionado to Collector – Gasp!
I have a confession to make. Since 1999 I've bought glass with the intent to resell. That means I get the beautiful / wonderful / spectacular piece of glass, ooh and aah over it, wash it, photograph … [Read more...]
Too Quick! A FAST Look at an Antique Mall
Yesterday we stopped at an antique mall in northern Indiana off I65 (I cannot recall the town) just before they closed. We were on our way home from Tennessee and were pretty tired but we both wanted … [Read more...]
Spirals and Swirls – Jeannette Swirl Depression Glass
Jeannette made their pretty Swirl pattern only two years, 1937 and 1938, mostly in pink and ultramarine. You might see it listed as Petal Swirl, a pretty name for a pretty pattern, nicknamed because … [Read more...]
What Is A Line Number?
Have you ever seen a listing online for a piece of glass that says "line number thus and so"? The line number is the shape that the glass company used to catalog its pieces. Another term is "blank". … [Read more...]
Storing Stemware – Upside Down or Right Side Up?
Which way do you store your drinking glasses? Right side up or upside down? My Rose Point stemware that is our personal set is stored in a glass-fronted bookcase right side up. Why does it make … [Read more...]
Those Elusive Pieces – What To Do About Rare Depression Glass
Brenda posted a question about the ultramarine Swirl pitcher from Jeannette Glass. This is a rare piece, not likely one you'll stumble upon by chance. What to do when you want a piece that's … [Read more...]
All Worn Down – 3 Tips to Avoid Wear When You Buy Vintage Glass
Face it. If you use your glass it will get wear. But there are things you can do to minimize wear and keep your vintage glass in good condition. For one thing, start with glass that is in good … [Read more...]
Serve Your Cake in Style – Vintage Glass Cake Plates In Several Styles
My favorite Mayfair pink cake plate has tab handles and three small feet to keep it off the table. This Shaggy Rose plate from Indiana is green depression glass, similar to the Mayfair except … [Read more...]