Did you know the royal house of England is called Windsor? Back in the depression people were fascinated with British royalty and glass companies liked to borrow the cachet of the royal family by … [Read more...]
It’s Almost Iris Time! Iris and Herringbone That Is
Here's a pattern everyone recognizes, Iris and Herringbone from Jeannette Glass. When we think of "depression glass" we think of colors - green, pink, yellow, blue, amber - but Jeannette bucked … [Read more...]
Real or Repro? Iris and Herringbone Clear Depression Glass
Iris and Herringbone is one of the popular depression glass patterns that has been hit with reproductions of a few pieces. According to my Gene Florence depression glass book, the only pieces … [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...]
What’s Pretty In Pink Or Green and Full Of Flowers?
Answer? Jeannette's Floral depression glass! Jeannette made Floral in green and pink, plus a few pieces in Delphite blue and Jadeite green, and according to my Gene Florence depression glass book, … [Read more...]
What’s the Difference Between Elegant Glass and Depression Glass – Different Decorating Techniques
We've been doing a blog series introducing depression glass and elegant glass and showing the major differences. Quick refresher for us: Another very big difference was decorating … [Read more...]
Depression Glass Candle Holders – Iris, Floral and Windsor Little Gems from Jeannette
I love how candlelight looks with glass candle holders. The glass catches the light and it shines and glows and looks so warm and inviting. We're familiar with the elegant glass candle holders, … [Read more...]
Glass Pick of the Week Doric and Pansy Ultramarine Depression Glass Bowl
It's funny how berry bowls, those cute small dishes that are perfect for applesauce or a little cole slaw, range from easy to find to harder than heck to track down. For example, I have had several … [Read more...]
Let’s Reduce Confusion – Doric and Pansy Children’s Size vs. Adult Cups and Saucers
When you were little, did you have a set of doll dishes? (Or for the guys, did your sister have a set?) I did. Mine were the pieces from two sets, a few plates made in Japan and a few pieces of … [Read more...]
Cherry Blossom Depression Glass – Real vs. Reproduction Leaves
Everyone is anxious when they first start to collect a pattern like Cherry Blossom that has been reproduced. It's so hard. The books say things like "compared to the original pattern" or "much … [Read more...]