Cambridge Glass made both Elaine and Chantilly from the 1930s to 1958, and both patterns have scrolls and flowers which can be confusing. But there are a few easy ways to tell them apart. Method 1 - … [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...]
Clover and Blossom Cut Crystal Comport: Would You Use This for Candy or Cheese?
This piece is a mystery! I got it in with a big bunch of glass several years and put it aside in a box hoping I'd figure it out "someday". Do you have boxes like that too? With glass and neat … [Read more...]
Help! Mystery Glass Alert! Blue Elegant Depression Glass Bowl
I bought this thinking it might be Fostoria Fairfax, even thought it didn't look quite right. The shape of the bowl is too rounded in the base, not like any of the Fairfax bowls we've seen, and the … [Read more...]
7 Things You Must Bring for a Successful Auction
Do you know what to bring to an auction? Here's a quick list that will make your time fun, comfortable and successful! 1. Bring a Chair Antique or consignment auctions usually have … [Read more...]
How to Buy Glass at Auctions and Not Get Ripped Off
Our last two posts covered some auction basics: Read to learn auction terminology and how to find good auctions in your area. Today let's learn abut protecting yourself from disappointing … [Read more...]
What Has Flowers, Is Pretty and Scarcely Known?
Paden City Ardith, that's what. Recently Lynn posted a comport asking for help. It is such a pretty piece, square-ish shape with pretty flowers etched on each corner, and in a soft clear … [Read more...]
Saying Good-Bye to An Old Friend – My Fostoria Lido Bowl
I have to remind myself that I'm in business to sell glass, not hang on to it forever. It's hard sometimes! Today I listed the very first Fostoria console bowl we ever bought. When I first … [Read more...]
Bryce Glass – Not So Well Known – Two Etched Patterns
I don't know much about Bryce Glass. They started in 1850 and eventually Lenox crystal bought the plant and the company. Their main facility was in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, which I actually … [Read more...]
A Closer Look At Nappies – Glass Ones That Is
If you got our newsletter Sunday it covered a little about nappies and today's blog we'll go a bit more. This green kitchen bowl from Hazel Atlas was listed as a nappy back in the day. It's the … [Read more...]