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20 August 2006
G’Day Everybody
Well,
I don’t know how everyone else is finding it out there, but from my
experience lately, it’s pretty tough going out there at present if you’re
trying to find much in the way of top quality carnival glass! Especially
if you’re trying to find anything in the way of Australian carnival
glass, and even more so, if its one with an
animal icon. So, you have my best wishes if you’re trying to look for a
specific piece. I know my patience is being thoroughly tested trying to
do just that.
Now
I’d say that has to be a good thing, really, for most of us in the club
who already have a pretty healthy amount of carnival glass sitting in our
display cabinets and on shelves in our homes. I know most of us buy our
carnival glass because we are so passionate at about it, but gee, it’s
very satisfying to know that there’s plenty of
others out there that want it just as much as we do. That can only be a
good thing for the long-term investment potential that many of these
pieces will be worth in years to come. Truth be
known, since I’ve been in and around people involved in the business of
collecting carnival glass and also those who just buy and sell it, there
hasn’t been too many pieces that have gone backwards in their value come
to think of it!!
Everyone
in attendance at our August meeting had an enjoyable time indeed, I know
I sure did! It was so good to catch up with everyone again and even more
so in seeing Cathy and Gary Campbell. Welcome back guys, we all missed
you heaps!
As
you all know, we held the meeting at Iris and John Westren’s
home and because of their generous hospitality not to mention John’s
exceptional BBQ skills, no one left there hungry, that’s for sure. Stay
tuned for his BBQ tips book wherever good books are sold!
While
we’re on the subject of literature, haven’t there been some fantastic
articles on carnival glass of recent. As previously mentioned in the May
newsletter, our very own Wayne Delahoy collated an excellent article on
all things carnival glass, and the September edition of Country Collections
magazine also had an informative account on the magic of carnival
glass.
At
the August meeting, several issues were discussed. Amongst those, were
the themes and venues for our club meetings for the next twelve months or
so. Some really curious yet creative ideas were
suggested as possible themes, some of which were given the 'thumbs up' as
definite starters, and those that were not chosen will most certainly be
given every consideration in the future I’m sure.
And
those themes which were suggested by our club members included,
'Symmetrical and Geometrical', 'Fruits and Fakes', 'Long Distance
Carnival Glass purchases', 'Australian Carnival Glass', 'Drinking Vessels
and Breakfast Sets' and 'Whimsies'.
The
themes that were finally decided upon by our club members and where they
are to be held at can be found on the Coming
Meetings page and there’s something in there of interest to
everyone!
There
was considerable interest by many club members in gaining media coverage
for our club, as had been done previously. In particular, on the ABC television show 'The Collectors'. The program is
certainly informative and has a diverse content of hobbies and
collections on display, making it a 'boon' for anyone who has a passing
interest in anything from antiques to items of total obscurity. Any
exposure that our club can receive on programs such as this is always
going to be of significant benefit and deserves further discussion.
Can
you believe it, but our Christmas meeting has rolled around again! And
you know what that means…..apart from the fact that the guy in the red
suit is more than likely to, again, make a guest appearance, we also need
to remember to bring along a wrapped gift for our Secret Santa segment.
In
signing off, I’d like to thank everyone in the club for your ideas,
suggestions, input and continued support in the last calendar year.
Especially so, the efforts of Lesley and Bob Smith and the amazing
results evident by every newsletter produced by them, you can both really
take a bow, you are a credit to our club!!
I
hope to once again see you all at the next meeting, but if you are unable
to make it there, I hope you have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy,
Safe and Prosperous New Year!!,
Cheers!!!
And
don’t forget, the next meeting’s theme is 'Unusual' Carnival Glass. And
again, I can hardly wait to see what examples will be on display for this
one also!
Our
next club meeting will be held on the 19 November 2006 at the home of Dot
& Bob Butler, 28 Glen Street, Galston, NSW.
See
you there!!!
As
Always, happy carnival glass hunting.
Your
Club President,
Maurice
Geake
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Some of the beautiful carnival glass
on display at this meeting
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Club members enjoying the convivial
atmosphere of the meeting
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