Groundhog update: Yesterday, there were four of them hanging out by the tree and they were up to their old tricks; trying to get in the big garden, getting into my little garden next to the memorial garden. I had to make an appearance several times. They used to head for home around 5:30, but they’re staying later. And, frankly, I’m not sure if they go back to mom and the burrow at the rear of our property, or stay the night under the tree.
They’re growing and they’re still adorable, each of them with slightly different markings.
Shelf study:
This is the top shelf in the pink cabinet, which is located in my studio/office. On display: mostly Roseville pottery with a few additions.
From left to right, starting with the back row:
A blue vase in the Clematis pattern.
A children’s plate with bunnies. (I’ve always loved Roseville’s Juvenile children’s line and I was thrilled when I finally snagged a piece.) It says “Baby’s Plate” on the rim.
One of my favorite pieces – a large pink vase in the Peony pattern.
A green vase with a large curved handle (called a basket vase) in the Clematis pattern.
And a blue vase in the White Rose pattern.
Front row:
A blue vase in the Cosmos pattern.
A sweet little juice glass that was given to me. It reminds me of glasses from my childhood. I think it might be a Swanky Swig.
A console bowl in the Zephyr Lily pattern.
A green bud vase in the Clematis pattern.
A sweet little pink vase in the Bleeding Heart pattern.
A silver napkin ring with an inscribed “Claudia.” My dear friend Lynne found this in Canada and sent it to me.
And a brown transferware plate that Don broke. (I cannot tell you how many times he has broken my things. It drives me nuts.) I glued it back together and stashed in this cabinet for safekeeping.
You well know my love for Roseville pottery, specifically the flower designs. The shapes, the art deco touches, the beautiful use of color and lines and patterns – it makes me so happy. They’re so lush, so beautiful. I couldn’t collect any Roseville for years because prices were outrageous. I lusted after it from afar. Then, most likely due to eBay, the prices went down and I was able to collect affordable pieces. There are still some pieces that I will never be able to afford. In fact, it’s time to check in on eBay and see if prices have gone up or down. I’m curious.
I love doing a post like this because I get to know the pieces all over again. It’s far too easy to ‘not see’ them on a daily basis.
Whoops! I was looking at my Roseville collecting guide on the navigation bar and started to read what I had written several years ago and forgot I hadn’t finished this post!
It’s sunny and breezy today. We had some rain yesterday, but not as much as was predicted. Still, I’ll take it.
Stay safe.
Happy Thursday,
