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...]
Sunshine in the Springtime – Fostoria June Topaz Yellow Glass
It's been raining here the past few days so let's find some sunny colored glass. This June etched server in Fostoria's sunshine yellow is just the thing. June is a happy fresh pattern, all full of … [Read more...]
Partial Tablescape – One Lonely Fostoria Meadow Rose Plate
This was supposed to be Meadow Rose turn in the Tablescape Thursday sun but I'm not happy with my table setting photos. We can admire my pretty dessert plate today. Meadow Rose is a joyful pattern … [Read more...]
All Curlicues and Scrolls – Fostoria Meadow Rose Etched Crystal
This is such a pretty plates, all curlicues and scrolls etched on crystal. The pattern is Meadow Rose from Fostoria Glass and it's a winner. I visualize using a set of these for dessert when … [Read more...]
Bouquets on Ice – Fostoria Glass Navarre Etched Crystal Oval Bowl
This is one of my best pieces of Navarre etched crystal and it's a treat. The upside down bouquets etched on clear crystal with swags all over look like flowers on ice. This bowl is sort of … [Read more...]
Art Deco This Summer
Last week I showed one of my most interesting center handled servers, my Imperial ebony black one with heart-shaped handle. This week let's see another unusual one, my luscious Paden City green … [Read more...]
Candlewick Elegant Crystal vs. Other Beaded Patterns
Every once in a while I will find glass listed as Candlewick that is anything but. When I started in business my first purchase was a set of Candlewick plates and tumblers - I bought it because … [Read more...]
Stemware on Parade – Fostoria Navarre Etched Crystal Goblet
One of the reasons I like vintage etched stemware so much is the sheer variety. Contemporary crystal might come in a few shapes - a couple goblets, maybe a champagne flute or tumbler - and the older … [Read more...]
Teaser for Tablescape Thursday – Laurel Leaf Cut Plates
I'm getting ready for Tablescape Thursday which will be blue and crystal with a blue bird and it seems like a good idea to show off one of the pieces early from our soup and sandwich setting. This cut … [Read more...]
Fostoria Chintz Beautiful Etched Crystal Bowls
Here is another of the beautiful Chintz etched crystal bowls from Fostoria Glass This one is plain, no handles, no feet, the classic flared bowl that is anything but boring. A couple weeks ago I … [Read more...]