Cup or Mug?

[MarciKS]

I just never really have any use for them.

The coasters I mean.

 

[Treacle]

There are also coasters- not sure if they're popular these days, but I use them regularly.

I always use coasters. Do not like putting hot drinks on surfaces like wood etc. Not sure many people use them nowadays. I don't think you see them that often.

 

[Aunt Marg]

Neatniks-R-Us!!

Ever since I was a kid, watermarks and stains have been my bane, so coasters to the rescue!

 

[MarciKS]

Would you girls like to see the cups?

 

[JaniceM]

I have 2 antique cups with saucers that belonged to my grandmother. I don't use them. One I could use. The other looks iffy. Many fine cracks in the glaze.

Whenever possible and convenient, I use plastic.
I dislike ceramic and its glaze- especially after taking a ceramics class in high school and learning about the lead content.

 

[Aunt Marg]

Would you girls like to see the cups?

I'm always up for seeing vintage and antique things!

 

[MarciKS]

Ok give me a second to take pictures.

 

[JaniceM]

I'm always up for seeing vintage and antique things!

Oh, you want a picture of me!?!

 

[Aunt Marg]

Oh, you want a picture of me!?!

ROFLMAO! Not unless you're 100 years old (or older).

 

[MarciKS]

Good thing I'm doing this. I found a pair a socks on the floor when I moved something to get to these. LOL!

Ok, this first one is from Ireland & as best I can tell this could be from the 1930s.

 

[MarciKS]

This one is from 1974 it's from a series from Avon called Blossoms of the month and this is January.

 

[MarciKS]

I have one more treat for you so give me another couple minutes. ~Giggles~

 

[MarciKS]

This is an antique porcelain tea pot she left me as well. However, it was made in China and I can't find any info on it. I would guess it's closer to 1940.

And here's the little lid...

 

[MarciKS]

I have a porcelain flower vase that looks like a fancy lady too.

 

[MickaC]

A MUG girl, no matter what i drink......I'm so BORING.

 

[Aunt Marg]

LOVE the cups and saucers, but REALLY love the teapot!

Do you have a curio cabinet or vitrine to display your collection, Marci?

 

[Aunt Marg]

A MUG girl, no matter what i drink......I'm so BORING.

You're not boring, you just enjoy embracing simplicity.

 

[MarciKS]

LOVE the cups and saucers, but REALLY love the teapot!

Do you have a curio cabinet or vitrine to display your collection, Marci?

No. No room for that.

 

[Aunt Marg]

No. No room for that.

What a shame, because they're far too pretty to keep hidden and stowed away out of sight.

 

[MarciKS]

They get to sit & collect dust just everything else in here including me. LOL

 

[MarciKS]

Well Marg you have to remember that I get zero company at the house. Not a soul sees these but me.

 

[Aunt Marg]

They get to sit & collect dust just everything else in here including me. LOL

This time of year is the worst, because everything is opened!

 

[MarciKS]

I'm assuming you're speaking of windows & I never ever open mine.

 

[Aunt Marg]

I'm assuming you're speaking of windows & I never ever open mine.

Yes, the windows and doors.

OMG, you should open things up for a while each day to freshen your place and renew the air.

 

[MarciKS]

LOL