Could Midge be referring to the CGW show in Pawtucket, RI? What pieces do you spy? From the Gaffer December 1948.
Author: jmashley
A Little Workplace Humor
This fun pic came across my desk. The hunt is on!
May 27th 1919
What day is it? What day is it? May 27, 1919 – the patent for Pyrex glass was issued. You can find more interesting facts about Pyrex in my book and blog.
Pyrex and Automobiles
A fun tidbit for the Pyrex and automobile enthusiast. A Pyrex timer!
Ashtrays. One of many…
I came across this tidbit over the weekend. According to a Corning local, circa 1972 these ashtrays were on everyone’s desk. Photo credit: Joe Reilly
Millionth Flameware!
Look what I found in Gaffer December 1948, the Millionth Flameware! And it happens to be a percolator. Who has it? Looks OOAK to me…
Pyrex Swaps 2023
Pyrex and Coffee Lovers Unite!
Please welcome guest blogger, Chad Ludwig! Chad has shared a very interesting pamphlet on how to brew the perfect cup of Joe! Percolator, vacuum, drip or instant, Pyrex is the right pot for you. I’d like like to highlight the scientific nature of the coffee recipes and show appreciation for the Test Kitchen at Corning […]
Pyrex Fleur De Lis
Our friend, Wilson, is a man on a mission for the all things Pyrex Fleur De Lis, even spurring an international road trip. As guest blogger, he has graciously shared the following with us: “Welcome Blue Fleur 475 to my growing Pyrex family While little is known about why these exist, it’s interesting to note […]
Primary and Reverse Primary Bowls
Thank you, Morgan Mancha for continuing to guest blog! Recognize this picture? Morgan graciously supplied it for publication in Shiny, Happy Pyrex People. “Today’s info post is about Multi Color Bowls & Refrigerator sets aka Primary Colors. Bowls were made from 1945-1968, refrigerator sets from 1947-1966. In 1949 yellow and red 404s were available as […]