Life has its ups and downs, and during the Great Depression many people had more downs than ups. One of the ways companies enticed careful housewives to buy their products was to include premiums … [Read more...]
Jeannette’s Floral Poinsettia Pink Depression Glass – What’s that Flower?
Here's a depression glass pattern that has a bit of controversy about the design. This is Jeannette's Floral, which is nicknamed Poinsettia. The design is big flowers and pointed leaves with … [Read more...]
Finally! I got some Princess Pink Depression Glass Listed
Yes, I know, a sherbet. Not the most exciting piece of glass to list, but it was in the box, the photo was cleaned up, so why not. I did get a few snazzier pieces listed too, like the Princess pink … [Read more...]
Bought Pretty Princess Pink Depression Glass Yesterday
Last week I wrote about buying Princess pink depression glass from a lady in Lansing. I mentioned being concerned about the glass condition because Princess has point that can get nicked easily. I met … [Read more...]
Hocking Mayfair Open Rose Pink Depression Glass
In yesterday's post about taking care of depression glass we showed a Hocking Mayfair pink depression glass sherbet that was all nasty haze from water spotting. I thought you ought to see what a … [Read more...]
How to Take Care of Your Depression Glass – Tips for Happy Use
Isn't this sherbet icky? And it's a shame because this is Hocking's Mayfair pink depression glass, one of the nicer patterns. I bought this at an estate auction where it was wet and you could not … [Read more...]
Fostoria Glass Versailles Green Etched Console Bowl
I showed off a piece of our Fostoria Versailles blue etched glassin a recent post which is stunning. Today I finally got some of our green Versailles listed and it is just gorgeous. The green … [Read more...]
Princess, Pretty Princess Pink Depression Glass
Recently a lady contacted me about buying her mother's set of Princess depression glass. Of course I'm interested in this - Princess is a good depression glass pattern and I don't have much. Most … [Read more...]
Why Depression Glass Remains So Collectible
This weekend we went to a mini family reunion in eastern Ohio. My sister and sisters in law and two nieces went antiquing to a small flea market and an antique store that had tons of beautiful glass. … [Read more...]
Great Wedding Gift – Vintage Glass Relish Trays
Once upon a time every bride could expect to receive at least one glass relish tray - and sometimes many relish trays - and it is a good time to revive this custom. These small dishes make wonderful … [Read more...]