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Best
sellers have changed over the years.
When I started selling
pottery in the 70's, it was hanging planters.
Everyone was
interested in plants.
Later soufflés and Quiche dishes were popular and the
pie plates were hot items.
Now things have leveled off a little.
Some trends just haven't hit the Midwest yet.
There still is
little interest in garlic bakers -- but there is interest in garlic
keepers.
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Pie plates come in a variety of
sizes. They can be used for pies, quiches, casseroles, salads or
serving pieces. They start about 7" in diameter and graduate to
about 12". The largest dish will hold
almost a gallon.
The design with the ruffled edges is probably an old
one from the Kentucky area.
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Mixing bowls also
come in a variety of sizes. They were designed for mixing
pancakes, brownies or cake. You can use your electric mixer and it
will not damage the surface. They can also be used for salads,
baking casseroles or vegetables.
The mixing bowls are as versatile as you make them.
The design is similar to the old "thunder mugs."
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Casseroles range in size from about 2 cups to 3 1/2
quarts.
The handles were designed to help remove the hot dish
from the oven. They are oven proof and designed to be used.
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Mugs come in a variety of heights. Most are
narrow
and straight. The handles have been squared off to accommodate
an easy grasp. They hold from 6 to 14 oz.
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Spoon rests are great sellers.
They can be used to keep counters
or your stove clean.
The rice bowls are just small bowls.
They
can be used for desserts,
3/4 cup of soup, creamed corn, sauces or anytime you suddenly
realize you need
a bowl for a small quantity.
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I call this piece a cheese server.
There are three pieces to
the set.
The bowl in the center can be used for a dip.
The "lid" can be turned upside down and used for chips or
even baking a hot dip.
The hors d'oeuvre tray can be used for vegetables, cheese and
crackers or any combination that you can dream up.
Soap or lotion dispensers.
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This dip plate is about the size of a dinner
plate. It can be used for
cheese and crackers as well as dips.
It is also great for fruits or vegetables with various dips in the
center of the bowl.
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These are very small vases.
They were originally designed for that small bouquet of flowers
without stems that your grandchild holds out to you.
They can also double as holders for
toothpick, matches, etc. |
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Large Platters
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Planters come in lots of
sizes and four styles.
1) There are holes in the base of this planter that allows
drainage into the attached saucer.
2) Another style is for larger plants. It has a separate
saucer and handles on the large pot to help move it.
3) Another style is for the wall. It is a flattened pot
with a ceramic handle that will hang on the flat surface.
4) The fourth type is a hanging planter. There is a
drainage hole in the bottom to drain rain water when hung outside.
In an inside location, the drainage hole can be blocked up.
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This piece is a garlic keeper.
Garlic
needs
to be kept in a dark,
ventilated area, at room
temperature.
This pot can just sit on your counter and
keep your bulbs of garlic ready for use.
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Canisters come in sets of three and four. They
can be on the larger size or the smaller size depending on your counter
space. Two styles of lids and a great variety of patterns are
available. Often they are made to order to suit your needs. |
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Sets of bowls are always a favorite. Simple,
flat bottomed bowls that come in a set of three. They are meant to
be work bowls for mixing, serving and baking. |
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