Ebay is a great asset to the modern collector. And while it's easy to figure out what to buy for some collections, salt and pepper shakers can be a bit of a puzzle. What's hot and what's not? Just cute or very...
I can not add to the wealth of information about buying and collecting Fiestaware that you can find in the books that have been written about it, but I can offer a tip to those buying right now on Ebay! You...
Everything old is new again… again. Retro colors ands style lines are popping up all over the place from your local Target to Macey’s. Although you can now easily walk into a store and decorate a whole room or...
This is the first of two guides I shall write on Spanish mantilla combs or Peinetas. In this first one I will be concentrating upon the historical aspect of how they developed. I shall also show illustrations...
Homer Laughlin China Co. will introduce a 75 week run of the color, Marigold, from April 1, 2008 to September 1, 2009 in a baking bowl set only. This release is to celebrate the Fiesta line's 75th Anniversery...
In this guide I have listed the various perfumes presented by Solon Palmer of New York, NY from 1878 to 1947. Solon Palmer was established in 1847, as a Perfumer Chemist. Early cologne bottles were made of a...
In the first of my guides on Spanish Mantilla Combs, I traced their development to the end of the 19th century. This discussion traces the popularity of the mantilla type comb in the early 20th century and...
Janet Daily is an American author who is internationally known. Her husband, Bill, assists in compiling the necessary research on individual states used as backgrounds for her books. Her books give a romantic...
This season is ALL about vintage and retro looks for all generations. Many people who shy away from vintage because it is second handed or used are all dying to be a part of this vintage fiesta, yet they...