Several weeks ago I won a book giveaway
I got to choose a book of my choice from
I choose a wonderful book
American Dinnerware by Jo Cunningham
Since I have been buying more dinnerware lately
this book seemed like a great addition to my
reference library
So here was my first use of it!
I found this little plate at a thrift
It was made by Sebring Pottery Co
The is pattern is called "Fortune"
Photos and there was is my 7" plate!
It is very cute!
Next thrifty find was also in this great book
This pattern is called "Apple Blossom" and is
made by HLC Eggshell Nautilus
Similar makers mark helped me identify this company
and this pattern
This plate is in such great condition!
Pretty Pattern!
Both of these plates are in my Etsy store now!
The author is Jo Cunningham and she resides in Springfield, Missouri with her family. She has been an active collector for many years. This was first published in the 1970's and after many years has been updated in this Second Edition in 2005.
This book is wonderful and covers so many American Pottery companies. I am so happy to have added this to my library!
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Hope you visit these other fun parties!
Always,
Linda
36 comments:
I have a large dinner plate in the Fortune pattern. Thanks for sharing your books...I had no idea who made it or anything about it. Thanks.
What a great book - sort of like an 'I Spy' book for women who love china!! Lots of fun, I'd say.
What a fun book, you'll love it with all the treasures you find! :D
I just love dishes and you found two beautiful pieces. Great book!!
Liz
Such a great treasure to add to your library.. darling, darling plates...hugs ~lynne~
I think you will put your new book to use! I may have to take photos of some of the plates we have and you can tell me all about them.
sounds like the book is a winner. love your plates.
Hi Linda....PERFECT book for you. So glad you have your lovely plates listed in your Etsy shop. Bet they won't last long! Susan
Pretty plates! Great book :)
*hugs*deb
I agree with Susan - what a perfect book for you. You Esty store is going now!
sandie
Great book Linda! This is something I really need to start watching and really searching for. I need to start getting some reference books for dinnerware!!
Wow, how helpful was that book? You found such pretty dishes.
LOve this post Linda...and the book...I have a fascination with American restaurant/hotel ware...is this type included in your book? Syracuse, Laughlin, Shenango...It is a good thing we do not live closer together...you would be dangerous company for me :-) Peace and blessings...Summerville is calling :-) Soon perhaps?
What a great book to have. I actually have 3 of the Fortune plates. I got them about a year ago at some thrift store. I can't remember. I think they're so pretty. But I really think the Apple Blossom is gorgeous.
Too many reference books, too few dinero!
Thank you so much for visiting my blog Linda! And for the sweet comment! I love those plates of yours - they are beautiful!
How neat Linda to have that book...such a pretty plate too. I am often wondering where all us thrifters store some of our stuff....I may have to have a party on that some day.....called show me the goods and where they hide.....
How fun and helpful this book is. The plates you found are very lovely.
I can't imagine a more perfect book for your personal library than this one, Linda!
Linda, lovely finds. I need to get myself some books to I have a little better idea of what I'm looking at when I go out treasure hunting... which will be again this weekend!
Love your plates. They're beautiful.
I hope you're having as lovely weather as we are having here,
Susan
I'm sure you will make good use of that book. Thanks for dropping by. Since you are interested in the business, my first suggestion is for you to go to your local pet stores and vet offices and leave your name there for anyone who may ask if there is someone in the area that will cat-sit in the cat's home. Before you actually start a small business you must check out the area for potential clients. You may want to do a bit of cat-sitting before you register as a company. I am going to leave more posts with steps to take starting a cat-sitting business so stay tuned and ask any questions you have. I think you will really enjoy this once you get established. Deb
What a neat reference book, very interesting!
I didn't know you have an Etsy shop, I'll check it out.
Katherine
I must have those Fortune dishes!
That plate is beautiful.
I do not need more dishes!
I linked to the same party-
Laura
White Spray Paint
Hello Linda! This seems to be the perfect book to learn about American Dinnerware! A very good reference!
This is so neat!
I love being able to research the things we find - the information you find is so interesting!
Linda, what a great book and how fun for you that you were able to find your plates in the book, the plates are beautiful bty. Thanks for stopping by to see my treasures. Marla
Linda, this does look like a good reference book. How fun to flip through and find some of your bargain purchases! I bet you'll be opening the pages of this book often. The two plates you found are so pretty. laurie
Hi Linda, I wanted to mention to you that I have an audition tape for the Oprah show, would love for you to see, and if you like,you can vote.....also my email account has crashed the debbiedoos one...I have a new one up....I am not sure what happened...but it has been a real bummer! t
That books looks great. I think I need that book! :-)
Have a wonderful week,
Anne
What a great reference book! It's always fun to find out about a vintage piece of china or pottery.
Gizzy and Gabby said to tell Charlie Hi and they are sending him a big smooch!
hugs
Sissie
My goodness, what a useful book that would be, most especially if you are selling dishes. I'm glad you won it! :)
Wow, how cool is that! Great reference book.
I have a kitchenware collectible reference book I just love to use.
Rose
You have a great eye for wonderful treasures! I love finding a piece at a thrift store and finding out it is a treasure!
Your book is really paying off, isn't it? What a great tool to know what you have!
Glad to know that there is a book that helps you document your dinnerware. Such treasures!
okay. I am going to either get the book or send you photos of my dishes to look up for me. Thanks. Just kidding....... (maybe).
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