Ironstone Finds
Recent Ironstone Finds at Goodwill
Have you ever had a good ole fashioned swoon in the middle of Goodwill?
The other day while treasure hunting at Goodwill, I stumbled upon some antique English Ironstone
Finding this Adams & Sons pitcher ($1.99) in the middle of the aisle of cheap trinkets and ugly vases was an absolute highlight of my Ironstone shopping experiences thus far!
It might be dark and splotchy with age...but that doesn't bother me; it tells me that it has lived a good life and has a story to tell; I love the character and charm that are evident in its surface. Even better? I already have the matching creamer!!
This little trio of curved plates has me a bit stumped. Anyone know what they are?
My best guess would be butter pats. Their curved shape would enable them to fit snugly against a dinner plate without taking up too much additional space at the table.
But I could be totally wrong and their use is something quite different. I'd love to know for sure.
And finally is this American Ironstone gravy boat with graceful curves and just the right amount of crazing. Not sure the maker...it just says USA on the bottom...anyone familiar with this pattern?
It's the perfect addition to my tiffany blue shelf and ironstone collection and I love using gravy boats in unexpected ways; to hold straws at a party or a collection of pens on a desk; ice tea spoons, etc.
I'm so excited with my new finds...not bad for $7.00, right?!
The creamy white and beautiful sheen is a lovely addition to my farmhouse kitchen and country hutch!
So...what makes you swoon these days?
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They could either be "fruit nappies" or finger bowls?
ReplyDeleteI've seen the small crescent shaped dish referred to a " bone plate" Lol, I've never used them in a place setting. I have one I use on my night stand for jewelry.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, that's kind of gross...but does make sense, lol!
DeleteI also know those plates as Bone plates. Instead of putting the bones on the tablecloth, you put in on that dish. Now, we just use paper towels!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ceekay ;)
DeleteYes they are bone dishes that curve around your dinner plate! Lovely collection. Here in the NE we have a new thrift store called Savers! My favorite. Woodies Mother
ReplyDeleteLove your fabulous White Ironstone finds they look wonderful in your pretty cabinet on display too
ReplyDeleteGlad to have found you
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Pam
Thanks so much Pam! So glad you stopped by and "found" me :) That zinc-topped table you found is to.die.for!!! Would love to get my hands on a piece like that!
DeleteOh just hush! ;) I *never* find anything this fantastic at the thrift stores! You need to come here so we can go together. Maybe you would bring me some good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing on Show-Licious!
~ Ashley
Yes, I have had some very good luck lately...it seems to go in spurts...so keep trying Ashley ;) But I'd love to shop together, you just fly me up ;)
DeleteI never swoon at the Goodwill, but you sure found some treasures! Love your ironstone collection!
ReplyDeleteHaha, swoon might be an exaggeration, lol! Thanks Sharon :)
DeleteBeautiful finds!! That pitcher was a steal and I've definitely had my OMGIcantbelieveIfoundthis moments! XO
ReplyDeleteThanks Christy, I could not believe it when I saw it just sitting there, lol! Have a great day!
DeleteCindy,
ReplyDeleteYes, those are bone plates. Love your collection of ironstone and you are so lucky to have found such bargains. I recently got an ironstone sugar jar in perfect shape marked as your pitcher is, for $3.00 at a garage sale. I gasped and started talking to myself! :)
Blessings
Thanks so much for stopping by to confirm my bone plates; I'll have to make some chicken wings soon so we can use our 'new' plates, lol!! Finding ironstone at a bargain makes me a little crazy too! Have a wonderful day!!
DeleteOh my goodness...I cannot believe you could get such a great deal at Goodwill. The one in our area would probably charge $10.99. Dollar store items are more costly than the dollar store!! I love all your finds. Thanks so much for sharing them with us at Project Inspire{d}!
ReplyDeleteI know...it was a lucky strike :) I've had a run of good luck - that probably means there's a dry spell coming, lol! It was fun to add to my collection!
DeleteBone dishes are sometimes called a crescent side salad, I call them lovely! Nice finds, not something I'd ever find in a Goodwill!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the additional info Judi! I've never seen these plates before but I knew they were something really good when I spotted them!
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