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Jasperware is the form of pottery devised by Josiah Wedgwood which has a stoneware body and can either be white or coloured and comes in a matte finish. As said it was first developed by Josiah Wedgwood and is most famously known in the popular blue and white versions, but it does come in many other colours. The term ?jasper? came from the Greek word ?iaspis? which itself has oriental origins and is related to the Hebrew word ?yaspeh? which stands for an opaque variety of quartz which is usually coloured red, yellow or brown. It is very difficult in some cases to date Jasperware and the rules below should help you when considering the age on any item of Jasperware that you are considering purchasing. Firstly, most modern/vintage pieces, those that date from 1908 to the present date are usually marked with Wedgwood, Made in England. But if you find that the marks are separated (Wedgwood Made in England) then the piece has probably made prior to 1970 and if the stamp is altogether then it is post 1970. However, there are some exceptions to this rule for example smaller pieces such as thimbles or miniatures, often these pieces will only carry the stamp Wedgwood England because of their size in comparison to the stamp being used. Items of Wedgwood which are pre 1908 will be marked Wedgwood England and although it will be separated the stamp will not be uniformed in shape. There will also be letters accompanying the Wedgwood England which will help you to date items produced between 1891 and 1908. Any items that were produced before 1891 will have a three letter dating code on them and this type of marking ran from about 1860 until 1891. The letters used would represent the month in which the piece was produced, the potter who produced it and the year of its production in this order. For example O stands for 1860, P for 1861 and so on. Although this was not a fool proof system for dating purposes, because sometimes they overlapped and in some cases certain letters may provide you with possible dates for its production. However, anything that was produced before 1860 will only be marked with Wedgwood and is normally accompanied by the potters marking and a single letter. Allison Thompson webmaster of several sites and a work from home mum who now lives in Spain.
After a large amount of time carrying out large amounts of research on Wedgwood she decided to set up a site that is dedicated all things relating to this most sought after pottery and ceramics. If you would like to learn more then please visit http://www.wedgwood.householdfacts.info. |
by ?Allison Thompson?2008-02-21
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The flip flop sandal is a sole that attaches to the foot with a v-shaped thong that attaches on either side of the foot and between the big toe and the second toe. There is no strap at the back of the foot, so the sandal moves up and down against the foot as you walk. This action gives the sandal the name ?flip flop? for the action. It is primarily footwear for warm beaches and pool sides. They originate from Japanese woven sandals that caught on in New Zealand. Flip flops are popular among young males and females. They can be worn with any combination of clothing because of their simplicity. The typical outfit includes jeans and flip flops along with almost any top. In warm climates, they are everyday attire to some people's dismay. It appears that flip flops are seen as the most informal form of footwear. This was made a public issue in 2005 when Northwestern University's women's lacrosse team won the national championship and was asked to visit the white house. Their attire included flip flops, which was the subject of many news reports there after. It was concluded that flip flops had made there presence known much like when blue jeans first emerged in the mainstream acceptability. For everyday wear, flip flops are criticized for falling apart, particularly where the strap between the toes meets the sole. This is due to the fact that they are originally a beach shoe that was not worn on a regular basis. Anyone who wished to wear flip flops everyday could purchase new ones regularly because of their inexpensive pricing. Today, there are many flip flops of better quality and do not fall apart for many years. This quality has also helped the sandal become an everyday piece of footwear. Besides style, flip flops serve purposes of health concerns. When wearing flip flops there is a much less chance of getting a fungal infection like athlete's foot. It has also become standard footwear of military soldiers and college students in communal showers where it also offers protection against fungal infection. The flip flop is a sandal that has stood the test of time, and it appears that they are here to stay for now. by ?David Stone?2008-02-21
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Fisher Price Toys have created many memories for children young and old. Many adults will save their toys from when they were children, and pass them down to their children to play with. Other times, the passing down of the toy may be as an act of a family heirloom. There are many toys that are available on the Fisher Price line. Toys such as kitchenettes bring a lot of fun to small children. It teaches children creativity, as well as prepare them for the skills of cooking for when they are older. There are also toys plastic school buses, with little people inside. These types of toys are wonderful for toddler and young children, as they are indeed child friendly, and are not a choking hazard for younger children ( when accompanied with age appropriate toys). The legacy that Fisher Price has left with many families is a long one. Grandparents are playing with their Fisher Price Toys with their grandchildren. The toys are purchased year around, and make a great gift for any childhood occasion. Many adults like to play with the toys with children, as it recollects their memories from their own childhoods. Fisher Price Toys are indeed created and used for making lifetime memories. by ?Ed Whit?2008-02-21 baby, gifts, baby, clothes, baby, rattle, baby, toys, fisher, price, toys, baby, bibs |
