Archive for March, 2009
The Attraction of Carnival GlassMy first exposure to carnival glass
The Attraction of Carnival GlassMy first exposure to carnival glass was when I was about eight years old, digging in my parents' back yard. At some point, some of the far lot must have been used as a [...]
Carnival Glass Colors
This glass is made in many translucent colors like primarily amethyst, marigold, cobalt, green, and red. It is also made in opaque white, which is referred to as milk glass. Before the hazards of [...]
Identifying Carnival Glass
Identification of carnival glass is very difficult task. Most of the manufacturers did not include a maker s mark in their product, while the others did so only for part of the time they produced the [...]
History of Carnival GlassIf you have ever been in the
History of Carnival GlassIf you have ever been in the presence of Carnival Glass, it is a sure reaction that you have been drawn to the beautiful, sparkling blend of colors that engage the eye, as [...]
Thing-a-day 2009 Blog Archive Another carnival glass piece:
Thing-a-day 2009 Blog Archive Another carnival glass piece: Day 21I decided to start another carnival glass piece today. As you can see from where I ve colored the backing fabric, I m [...]
An Interview With Carnival Glass Collectors Glen and Stephen …We
An Interview With Carnival Glass Collectors Glen and Stephen ...We have been able to communicate with not necessarily just carnival collectors but other glass collectors. It s really pushed back [...]
What makes this glass stand out from others is its
What makes this glass stand out from others is its unusual appearance. This glass was made by companies between 1905 and 1930, when you're talking vintage Carnival. Makers came from all over the [...]
Carnival Glass Patterns
glass its fame. Carnival glass is made as both functional and ornamental objects. This is an inexpensive pressed glass and found in a wide spectrum of colors. Sometimes glass workers refer this as [...]