Newsletter 177

About the newsletter

Another 40 pages packed with articles, research, and stories from members who have made a fantastic contribution as well as a lot of carnival glass fun.

This issue includes:

• A wealth of greens and golds, including an Imperial Green Portobello Surpise, a green Fenton Lily Vase (as shown on our front cover), some fabulous Imperial Lustre Rose items and an intriguing take on 'Gold Served Four Ways'.

• We have pretty spring marigolds as well as an informative article which reviews 'Marigold - Pumpkin to Pastels and Somewhere in Between' that every collector will find helpful.

• Look out for some more great antique fair finds by our members.

• Read the intriguing story behind a 'Faux Carnival Glass' Hatpin.

• As well as our amusing feature on 'Tales from the Glass Shelves' which tells the stories behind purchases made in the past.

• Follow the evolution of Sowerby's 'Hobstar and Cut Triangles' based on  new research into the roots and development of this delightful pattern.

• Go in search of some 'Oriental Chics' - you may be surprised at what we find!

• Finishing with a rare carnival glass 'Lord's Supper Bread Plate', the history of which will take you back over 130 years.