Wednesday, July 6, 2011

A Hot Vintage Thingie Thursday

Another scorching, hot day in Texas. I am sure if you dropped by Coloradolady's Vintage show it will be cooler. Just go to http://coloradolady.blogspot.com and see what she and friends are sharing.
I go to many antique malls, garage sales and estate sales, but seldom buy anything. I found this little plate made in Occupied Japan at an estate sale. Just an old man running it and this was the only piece left. I was going to purchase since it was made in Occupied Japan. You do not find it much anymore. Since it was the last day, he just gave it to me. There are still a few good men around.

These are ribbed, pink depression glasses I have had for many years. As you can see, only have seven juice glasses and two water. They have no marking on them and I forgot the pattern.

Thought for the day:

Beware of spending too much time on matters of too little importance.

29 comments:

Ann@A Sentimental Life said...

How nice you picked up something free! and so pretty. Love the pink depression glasses to!

Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita said...

I bet he was as charmed by you as we all are! Enjoy your lovely gift! And I absolutely love depression glass. I have some green, but would love some pink pieces too. One day!

Barbara F. said...

That was very nice -he must be a kind gentleman. Love pink Depression glass, actually love all colors of Depression glass. I also like your thought for the day. xo

Unknown said...

this is GREAT! I have been in collection mode for "people plates" I call these...Victorian people lounging around....love it! BTW, my Sophia made your sister a card and we sent it out yesterday!

Lynn said...

Lovin' your pretty new plate LV and the depression glass is great! Yep, I they are words to live by:@)

Ginny Hartzler said...

What find and what a nice man! What will you do with the plate? But those glasses are really something else!! They remind me of the diner or soda fountain glasses, from the 40's or 50's. BUT I have never seen any in pink, only clear!! I bet these would fetch a pretty penny!

Rebecca said...

Well, how nice was that!!! You gotta love when that happens! Your pink depression glasses are awesome! Happy VTT!

Waving from Our Back Porch,
Rebecca

Cindy Adkins said...

Oh wow, I just LOVE those pink glasses!!!
XO
Cindy

Keetha Broyles said...

Two lovely bits of history! I'm rather partial to depression glass myself.

RachelD said...

I could swear that courtly couple is the exact picture from a pair of maroon china urn-based lamps my Mammaw had.

Isn't it wonderful to meet such a kind stranger?

Ordinary Hiker said...

Hey LV, Thanks for commenting on my LeftOvers4Dinner Blog! It's a really neato Japanese bike, and it looks like you posted something from Japan as well, lol.
Thanks for checking out my new blog, I appreciate your comments you've posted in the past on my other Blog, Bender Oak Gifts too!

Take care,

Omi and Bender Oak

Betsy Banks Adams said...

Love your thought for the day... We do waste time, don't we???

Great pictures of the vintage glasses and plate (from Japan)... Neat!
Hugs,
Betsy

Barbara Jean said...

love that dish. how special he gave it to you

blessings
barbara jean

Susan Freeman said...

Lovely glasses!!

Hugs,
Susan and Bentley

Happy-Sonne said...

Wow.... I love your pink glasses and the nice plate! Super!
Thank you for the nice comment on my blog.
I wish you a happy weekend and send you a lot of greetings from Switzerland.
Hugs Yvonne

Savannah Granny said...

I love your thought for the day. It is so true. I love the occupied Japan piece. You are correct, they are rare these days. Can't get a better deal than free.
Thanks for visiting the birthday party. Hugs, Ginger

Savannah Granny said...

PS. If you blog to 100 I will be there to help you celebrate. Hugs

John said...

Great to know you got that unique plate ! Coming to the thought of the day, how will one know which matters are important and which aren't?
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Eclectic Chic Style said...

Amen to that!! It is HOT HOT HOT here in Texas!!!! Ft. Worth is scorching this week!! LOL!! Love the plate and ADORE pink glasses!! Hope you'll pop in for a visit sometime...I love your blog and lOVE meeting fellow Texas Gals!! :) Try and stay cool!!

~✽Mumsy✽~ said...

That plate is pretty, and must be rare by now. The pink glasses, I haven't seen them around here.

Rebecca said...

Nice man to give that neat plate to you-of course-I love the pink glasses!

Under Her Wings said...

I love the plate. I used to collect figurines from Occupied Japan for my daughter. And what a nice man to give you the plate! But I can imagine that people are drawn to your spunk and fun. You likely spun him into your web of kindness!

Anonymous said...

That must have been some sale that everything sold!

Usually I find sets of glasses in 5s or 7s. That gives me a reason to hunt for an extra glass or 3 and talk myself out of starting new collections.

George said...

The plate from Occupied Japan that you got is very pretty. You got a real bargain.

Oklahoma Granny said...

What a nice gentleman.

Unknown said...

Love those pink glasses & love FREE even more.

TY for you sweet wishes for the little church down our road. The congregation I am sure will rebuild. All that is left is the frame.

Have a wonderful week.
TTFN ~
Marydon

Jocelyn said...

How nice that the man gave your the plate. I love your pink glasses. They are always a winner.

Jocelyn @
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

Vintagesouthernlife said...

Love your pretty plate. Guess there are a few good men still left.

Coloradolady said...

What sort of sad story did you give the man to cause him to give you that plate!!! hahahah.

love it and the glasses.