If you own Fiestaware, you may have noticed strange, gray markings on your plates. You may have even mistaken these gray streaks on your Fiesta dinnerware for scratches. Or maybe these gray marks on your Fiestaware are imperfections in the glaze? Relax. It”s neither/nor. Gray marks on Fiestaware are completely normal, especially on lighter glazed […]
If you have contemporary fiestaware, did you know that you can buy fiestaware flatware and kitchen utensils that match? Many people didn’t realize that. They are very inexpensive for stainless steel utensils. Most people that I know that have these flatware sets use them daily. I put mine in the dishwasher everyday and they haven’t […]
I received this email last week “I have a promotional casserole in green with a green lid. I wanted to put it up for auction but can’t find a price for it anywhere. I have found casseroles in the other colors but none with a green lid. Is it rare to have a green lid? […]
There are often 2006 purple fiestaware pieces available on ebay. The purple dinnerware is still available also. This is part of a press release published by the Homer Laughlin Company in March 2006 to announce to the world that they were releasing the purple dinnerware: “The key color setting this current trend is the soft-hued […]
I just received a set of white Fiesta dishes, but the plates and bowls are covered with gray scratch marks, and I cannot get them out. I have tried the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, and it does not work at all. Any ideas? If you notice utensil marks on your Fiestware while you are washing […]
Do you have any pieces in the Fiesta® color lemongrass bright yellow? This color was available to pre-order on June 1, 2009 and started shipping early July 2009. The initial spring run of Lemongrass pieces included 4pc and 5pc place settings, dinner plates, salad plates, soup or cereal bowls, mugs, fruit dishes, luncheon plates, a […]
This is a letter about inherited Homer Laughlin Fiesta received and wanted to answer. “I inherited Homer Laughlin Fiestaware from my great aunt that are very expensive pieces I am told. I do not have the full set but was interested in possibly selling them. Do you know the best way to go about doing […]
The French Casserole was one of eight special campaign items offered from 1939 to 1942. The French Casserole is fairly rare. Ten years ago a French Casserole is excellent condition was worth about $250-$300. NOTE: 2019 update the price is still about the same or even a little less depending on color. Most of the […]
The demitasse coffeepots are also referred to as “After Dinner” or A.D. because the coffeepot was designed to be used for after dinner drinks such as specialty coffees, hot chocolate, and warm toddies. The demitasse coffeepot is basically a scaled down version of the regular coffeepot with the exception of the handle. This coffeepot is […]
Have you ever been to a Homer Laughlin outlet store? You can find some great bargains. When you look through the listing on eBay notice whether or not the seller says that the piece came from an outlet store. It is the right thing to do to tell anyone considering buying your pieces that they […]
Hand washing and drying is always the best method for washing fiestaware, especially vintage fiestaware. All the pottery pieces can be washed using mild dish soap with warm water. Be sure the water isn’t too hot. Dish soaps that have citrus ingredients should not be used. If you don’t eat or serve food on your […]
Tom and Jerry mugs were named after the whiskey based drink that is served hot with the addition of eggs and sugar. Absent are the usual band of rings that Fiesta is usually known for. The original Tom and Jerry set also include a footed salad bowl which served as a punch bowl. You often […]