Saturday, August 29, 2009

Pressed Glass

It's Pinkday, AKA Pink Saturday, hosted by Beverly at How Sweet the Sound. Beverly has asked us to visit a new-to-us participant and showcase them in our post the following week. Last week I visited Just a Little Zizzy. The name caught my eye, and then when I visited she had some gorgeous flower photos. Please take the time to visit and comment at both Beverly's and Zizzybob's blogs.
This is one of my pink Depression Glass platters. It is pretty small, about the size of a regular dinner plate, but it is considered a platter because of the handles. If you enlarge the picture you'll see that the handles are not hollowed out, just thinner glass pressed by the mold, which I think is interesting.I have a lot of Depression Glass, some of which I don't really care about, but this one is special to me because it was my bridesmaid gift from my sister. She and her hubby enjoy wandering antique stores, although they don't buy much for themselves, and happened across this. She thought it was a nice idea to give me something original along with the jewelry all the girls were receiving, and I totally agree!
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28 comments:

Riet said...

That is a lovely memory. happy pink Saturday

Cindy said...

VEry nice. Nice memories with it too.
Cindy

Gabriela said...

Happy Pink Saturday!


These pieces are fabulous!



~ Gabriela ~

black eyed susans kitchen said...

In a heart beat, I could start a major collection of pink depression glass. Looks like your pretty plate just became an heirloom. Enjoy your pink day.
♥, Susan

The Raggedy Girl said...

Pretty/pretty pink plate. And I see you have a blender as old as my Oster. But if it works but has lost its lid it sure isn't enough to toss it quite yet.

The Raggedy Girl

Lee said...

Stopping by from SITS! Love the name of your blog!

Mari at Once Upon a Plate said...

Now that was a thoughtful and original bridesmaid's gift! It's lovely.

Happy Pink Saturday!!

Heidi Pocketbook said...

I love it-it's very interesting and so sweet how you acquired it. I have loved Depression glass for years, and have some that belonged to my late grandparents, aunts, etc....and have some reproduction dinner ware as well.

Catharina Maria said...

Lovely pink !Have a nice weekend !
Love from the Netherlands Rini

Justine said...

Ooh, that really is a pretty piece.

Glass trivia. Did you know that glass is actually a liquid?

Justine :o )

Wrightboysmum said...

I love the glass platter it's lovely. I love the blog name and found your explanation really interesting. Happy PS!

Liz said...

I love the delicate pink of the glass even though I don't know what Depression glass is!!! (I must Google that)!
Thanks for stopping by and from one Elizabeth to another enjoy your Pink Saturday x

Bea said...

Pink Depression Glass is my favorite! thanks for sharing your memory about it! Happy PS!

CC said...

Such a lovely gift from a sweet sister. Aren't sisters wonderful????
Happy Pink Saturday Elizabeth..and have a lovely weekend.

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Oh Elizabeth! Happy Pink Saturday sweetie. I so love this little platter. The color is exquisite and so soft. I love the dainty details that are on the edges. Thank you so much for sharing with me today. Please stop by and say hi. I would love to see your smiling face. Country hugs sweetie, Sherry

Ruth said...

I'll also be googling Depression Glass! It's a gorgeous piece and thank you for making my 1st Pink Saturday so welcoming.

Atelier de Charo said...

Very nice. Happy Pink Saturday!!!

MiniMadWoman said...

Elizabeth, what a beautiful platter! I'd be hard-pressed to use it, probably hanging it on a wall! LOL!!

Thanks so much for sharing and Happy Pink Saturday!

Blessings,
Teresa

mannequin said...

How pretty! What a very thoughtful thing for your sister to give you . Usually bridesmaid gifts get packed away but your sister knows you well. :)

Look in the Nook said...

I love depression glass. The plate is a beauty.
Happy Pink Saturday!
~Jany~
Don't forget to "Look in the Nook"

Angie said...

I love depression glass - I collect it in pink, yellow, green, and I have a few blue pieces.

Becs said...

Hi Elizabeth, thanks for the visit! I love your pink depression glass, the shape is unique...Becs

Patricia said...

I just love Pink glass and I find this piece beautiful. Happy Pink Saturday to you.

Regina said...

Gorgeous.
Have a nice week ahead.

Drawn to The Sea said...

Someone obviously loved it well, long before you; looks to be in pretty condition.

Pleasant week,
~Julia

Myblogspan said...

Very nice. Happy Pink Saturday!
Thanks for sharing..

Mrs. B. Silly said...

That is a really beautiful plate. I never cared much for things like this in my younger days but I have learned to appreciate all kinds of art in my older (not old!) age.

Judi said...

Hi Elizabeth
Thats a very special depression glass plate. I really like them though I don't have any like that. Very pretty.
Happy Belated Pink Saturday
Judi