Does anyone miss... - Page 2

chrystaltree · ‎05-10-2010

No, I'm not into that type of thing and I don't believe that the Fenton glass that Qvc sold was the same Fenton glass that my grandmother collected.

Mominohio · ‎08-08-2010

@Daysdee wrote:
@bonnielu wrote:
Missing them YES, but in my case WHAT TO DO WITH THEM? I am in the decluttering stage of my life and what I have my daughters do not appreciate or want. In conversation with one of them the others day I lamented about having to clean out and her comment was "mom there is always a trash can."
Every "senior" I speak with says the same thing--their kids don't want any of their "things". We saved so many items for our kids for when they had their own places--by the time they moved they didn't want most of it and we donated items. The kids don't want "collectibles" (which I do not have), sets of dishes, small appliances, decor, etc.

Much of Fenton was not 'collectibles' or decorative pieces, but functional pieces. I still have a number of those that belonged to my mother and great aunt. Beautiful cake pedestal with matching candles holders make a beautiful centerpiece on the table and functional for serving desserts.

I have salt and pepper shakers, cream and sugar, and toothpick holder that match all these that make a nice service as well. I don't use them much, but they are nice and neutral and set a pretty table.

I still have a number of Fenton lamps as well. They aren't everyone's style as they are rather Victorian in nature, but I have several rooms that they are just stunning in.

And I do miss Fenton, as we used to travel to the Factory several times a year. It was a beautiful drive and they had a wonderful store there too, with so many pretty things, and from other companies too.

I do mourn the loss of yet another American company and art form dying out. We should all be sad when that happens, regardless if we liked or bought the products, as it is another loss for our economy and our heritage. Those pieces were handmade and required skilled craftsmen.

faeriemoon · ‎03-14-2010

Not in the least...

~What a terrible era in which idiots govern the blind.~ William Shakespeare

software · ‎06-08-2016

@151949 wrote:
I believe Fenton either closed or was sold or something. Anyway I don't think it's still around or if it is , not the same.

Fenton Art Glass

software · ‎06-08-2016

QVC introduced me to Blenko glass

Had no idea the company existed but since then, I've found pieces in antique stores and consignment shops.

Not really a "collector" but I love any kind of quality, hand made glass. I appreciate the American craftsmanship.

It would be nice if QVC would do this more often. I'm sure some of these small, old companies would love the exposure. Instead of more over-priced cakes.

mousiegirl · ‎03-09-2010

@bonnielu wrote:
Missing them YES, but in my case WHAT TO DO WITH THEM? I am in the decluttering stage of my life and what I have my daughters do not appreciate or want. In conversation with one of them the others day I lamented about having to clean out and her comment was "mom there is always a trash can."

@bonnielu That was harsh, lol. My DD is interested in everything I have, but what to do with it if I go before she has her own home. I tell her to sell what she doesn't want on ebay or have a Christmas boutique sale here for the tons of that I have.

Mominohio · ‎08-08-2010

@mousiegirl wrote:
@bonnielu wrote:
Missing them YES, but in my case WHAT TO DO WITH THEM? I am in the decluttering stage of my life and what I have my daughters do not appreciate or want. In conversation with one of them the others day I lamented about having to clean out and her comment was "mom there is always a trash can."

@bonnielu That was harsh, lol. My DD is interested in everything I have, but what to do with it if I go before she has her own home. I tell her to sell what she doesn't want on ebay or have a Christmas boutique sale here for the tons of that I have.

I have only one son, and many many things that I enjoy and use. I have been on a quest to downsize and declutter, but my view on things is that I don't keep trash or broken things, or masses of paperwork. Everything I do have, is clean organized and usable.

Should I pass anytime soon, my son and husband will simply have to have an auction or pack up and donate what they don't want. I don't feel bad about them having to deal with it, as they have way more 'stuff' (and I really mean junk) that I will have to deal with if they would go first.

I always imagine that there will be a group of people more than happy to come to an auction here, find such nice quality things in such good condition (I know as I have been going to auctions all my adult life, and they can be quite fun), and make them part of their homes and traditions or make good money reselling them on ebay.

I know my son is interested in a number of things I have, especially those handed down through the generations, and I really won't be offended when he doesn't take things, as I know with my own mother, we discuss how much of her stuff I won't be keeping when she is gone. There is too much and a great deal of it has no meaning to me.

I only expect my own child to feel the same about my things too.

deeva · ‎03-09-2010

Not really, I’m really glad I only bought one piece.

Witchy Woman · ‎03-15-2010

I loved watching the shows, but didn't buy much.

I do have two black hobnail "witch shoes." Not sure they were marketed as such, but that's what they reminded me of.

Fenton and Benko did beautiful items, but, as others have mentioned, what to do with them -- even the functional pieces after a time, don't get used. I don't entertain much anymore, so things stay in storage. I'm trying to get rid of things every year!

Nevertheless, the shows were entertaining and provided a lot of enjoyment. Lots better than watching endless computers and vacuums!