Here is a stunning example of etched vintage elegant glass, the Fostoria Romance etched footed pitcher. Fostoria Glass made pitchers in many of their popular etched patterns and this one is a … [Read more...]
Pink Saturday – Central Glass Scott’s Morning Glory
Well, what do we have here for Pink Saturday? This is a hard to find water goblet from Central Glass in pink, perfect for our weekend. Central went out of business in 1939, a victim of the great … [Read more...]
Pop Quiz – Rose Point or Not? Three Similar Patterns
Today it's time for a pop quiz. Here are three pieces of etched crystal, all made about the same time period, and all featuring roses, swags and center medallions in their design. Can you identify … [Read more...]
Last Gasp of Summer – Tiffin Glass Fuchsia Etched Crystal
Some of you still have summer but fall is in the air here in mid-Michigan. Nights are cold and the tree tips are turning. Let's enjoy a last gasp of summer with fuchsia flowers dancing on … [Read more...]
How to Upgrade Your Martinis with Rose Point Crystal
An elegant meal. A drink before dinner. Have you ever noticed that everything tastes better when you serve it with panache? Whether you like your drinks stirred or shaken try using vintage crystal … [Read more...]
Tablescape Thursday – Enjoy Crystal Cut and Etched
Today we have a small table setting with just a few pieces of elegant glass. The plates are cut crystal from Seneca Glass and the etched water goblets are from Cambridge and the combination makes a … [Read more...]
How to Help Your Family Appreciate Your Glass Collection Part 2
Earlier blog post I told the story of the older couple who sold me their Cameo depression glass because "their daughters didn't want it". The couple never used the glass so no one had memories tied … [Read more...]
Is it Meadow Rose or Navarre? Etched Fostoria Crystal
Is it Meadow Rose or is it Navarre? How can you tell? These are two of the most popular Fostoria designs and they look a lot alike. Read this to learn how to tell them apart. Fostoria Glass made … [Read more...]
Yes, Another Relish Tray – Fostoria Heather Etched 2-Part Dish
If you read this blog then you know I'm a fan of relish dishes and divided serving pieces. You've seen depression glass relish dishes, etched relish trays, pink relish trays, crystal relish trays... … [Read more...]
Tablescape Thursday – Fostoria Navarre Etched Wine & Cheese Evening
We're having a little wine and cheese party today. Let's use Navarre etched crystal, one of the most collected glass patterns from Fostoria. I don't have many pieces, just enough for a glass of wine, … [Read more...]