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For more than 70 years, Corelle bakeware and dinnerware have captivated us with their charming beauty and strength. Buy Vintage Corelle Dishes At Beckalar, we have an attraction to not only the pretty patterns on our Vintage Corelle sets, but their history too. Here is some insight on why this brand has lived on – and on – for decades: From the makers of CorningWare, Corelle was first produced and commercially marketed in 1972. The first collection of its kind was dubbed “Old Town Blue”. Prior to this debut, however, one intriguing fact is that Corelle was created by accident. Pyrex was the first [...]

Blendo glassware is now available on Beckalar. We’ve combed through deals upon deals, doing the hard work of tracking down low-cost vintage serveware for our loyal customers. We hope you enjoy our new finds and that you’ll provide a good home for these antiques. About Blendo Glass for Sale Online Blendo beckons nostalgia in the sweetest way. Back in the 50s and 60s, you could find Blendo glassware in many American households. These were made and sold in the USA by the West Virginia Specialty Glass Company of Weston, West Virginia. Going Down Memory Lane In this era, it wasn’t uncommon to: Be on [...]

This holiday, you can make the occasion even sweeter and more stylish by making a determined effort to revamp the place where everyone gathers – around the table. It’s where we’re nourished, have good conversations, and share life’s little and big moments together. Find One-of-a-Kind Christmas Table Centerpieces A good starting point to put together impressive Christmas table arrangements is the centerpiece. But this doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg or even take you hours to make. At Beckalar, we make the process of sourcing and arranging unique kitchen décor a simple activity. You see, all products sold in store are [...]

Need a pick-me-up every morning by the name of “coffee”? Chances are you want to sip this heaven-sent beverage in a mug that fits your style and personality. There are scores of designs on the market today, but if you want a truly one-of-a-kind mug, try vintage. Spilling the Beans….Fast Facts on Mugs A mug is basically a cup with a handle – but you already knew this. This feature (the handle) was intentionally put there to protect the fingers when sipping on hot beverages like coffee and tea. The standard mug holds roughly 12 fl. oz. of liquid, but over the years, manufacturers [...]

The demand for Fire King jade-ite glasses can be merited to the Queen of home living, Martha Stewart. In the 1990s, Stewart gave her nod of approval to Fire King by featuring the brand on many of her shows and magazines. Prior to this endorsement, Fire King dishes were readily available at just about any vintage store you could find. Fire King dishes have been around for decades. The collection was made by Anchor Hocking between the 1940s and 1960s. Today, these are considered to be rare vintage treasures. Some limited-edition pieces command a very high price tag. Be a Savvy Collectible Glass Shopper [...]

Buy anchor hocking fire king dishes at Beckalar, a fine purveyor of premium and vintage kitchenware – all sold for less. A Brief History of Anchor Hocking Products The Anchor Hocking’s history is a classic tale of opportunity meeting willpower. In 1905, Isaac J. Collins was a staff worker in the decorating department of Ohio Flint Glass Company, but he had bigger dreams of starting his own enterprise. In this role, Collins gained invaluable and hands-on experience in the glass-making field. That same year, opportunity came knocking when the Lancaster Carbon Company was put up for sale. Collins, along with a group of friends, [...]