The Homer Laughlin China Company announces the following items will be moved to inactive availability listing starting December 31st, 2011.
0448 Carafe w/handle
0490 Bud Vase 6”
0499 Relish/Utility Tray
Additionally the following color will be added to inactive availability March 1st, 2012. Orders will be taken up till December 31st, 2011 for delivery by March 1st, 2012.
Chocolate #331
Bakeware items listed below will be available in the following colors; Scarlet, Sunflower, Marigold, Shamrock, Peacock, Cobalt, Paprika, Tangerine, Ivory, Turquoise.
Bakeware will no longer be available in: Plum, Black, Lemongrass, White and Chocolate.
Orders will be taken up till December 31st, 2011 for delivery by March 1st, 2012 for Lemongrass, White, and Chocolate.
0967 3Pc Baking Bowl Set (Note: Marigold Retired)
0867 2Pc Prep Bowl Set (Note: Marigold Retired)
0813 Loaf Pan
0815 Large Oval Baker
0962 Square Baker
0963 Rectangular Baker
Monday, December 5, 2011
Saturday, August 27, 2011
HLC History - Chapter 5 - Final Chapter & Timeline
In 1959 plant # 6 was adapted to produce heavy vitreous ware for restaurants. Hundreds of restaurants across the country now use Laughlin restaurant ware, including the Marriott Hotel chain.
In 1930 W.E. Wells retired from the company. His son, Joseph Wells succeeded him. In 1960 his son Joseph Wells Jr. became general manager and his son Joseph Wells III executive vice-president. In 1986 Joseph Wells III would become general manager. In 1911 Marcus Aaron took over as president of the board from his father, Louis Aaron. In 1940 Marcus Lester Aaron becomes president retiring in 1989 after 65 years of service. His son Marcus Aaron II would succeed him.
The Homer Laughlin China Company is still, today, the U.S.A.'s largest producer of china. Some of the plants have been abandoned and closed but the company still operates at the Newell, West Virginia site.
Homer Laughlin Production Timeline
1872 White ware
1884 Victor
1896 Golden Gate & Shakespeare
1899 American Beauty
1901 Colonial, Seneca, Niagara
1903 King Charles
1907 Angelus, Empress
1912 Hudson, Genesee
1914 Majestic
1920 Republic, Kwaker
1926 Yellowstone
1929 Liberty
1930-1933 Wells, Century, Jade, Ravenna, Virginia Rose, Marigold, Nautilus (Regular) and Georgian/Craftsman
1935 Fiesta, Coronet
1936 Brittany, Harlequin
1937 Eggshell Nautilus, Eggshell Georgian
1938 Swing, Carnival, Riviera, Tango
1939 Theme, Kitchen Kraft, Serenade
1940 Picadilly
1948 Jubilee, Skytone, Suntone and Debutante, Kraft Blue, Kraft Pink
1949-1959 Rhythm, Cavalier, Triumph, Kenilworth, Epicure
1959 Hotel and Restaurant china introduced
1986 Fiesta reintroduced as a lead-free china product
In 1930 W.E. Wells retired from the company. His son, Joseph Wells succeeded him. In 1960 his son Joseph Wells Jr. became general manager and his son Joseph Wells III executive vice-president. In 1986 Joseph Wells III would become general manager. In 1911 Marcus Aaron took over as president of the board from his father, Louis Aaron. In 1940 Marcus Lester Aaron becomes president retiring in 1989 after 65 years of service. His son Marcus Aaron II would succeed him.
The Homer Laughlin China Company is still, today, the U.S.A.'s largest producer of china. Some of the plants have been abandoned and closed but the company still operates at the Newell, West Virginia site.
Homer Laughlin Production Timeline
1872 White ware
1884 Victor
1896 Golden Gate & Shakespeare
1899 American Beauty
1901 Colonial, Seneca, Niagara
1903 King Charles
1907 Angelus, Empress
1912 Hudson, Genesee
1914 Majestic
1920 Republic, Kwaker
1926 Yellowstone
1929 Liberty
1930-1933 Wells, Century, Jade, Ravenna, Virginia Rose, Marigold, Nautilus (Regular) and Georgian/Craftsman
1935 Fiesta, Coronet
1936 Brittany, Harlequin
1937 Eggshell Nautilus, Eggshell Georgian
1938 Swing, Carnival, Riviera, Tango
1939 Theme, Kitchen Kraft, Serenade
1940 Picadilly
1948 Jubilee, Skytone, Suntone and Debutante, Kraft Blue, Kraft Pink
1949-1959 Rhythm, Cavalier, Triumph, Kenilworth, Epicure
1959 Hotel and Restaurant china introduced
1986 Fiesta reintroduced as a lead-free china product
Saturday, July 16, 2011
HLC History - Chapter 4
In 1914 they added plant # 5, with 16 kilns, just to the north of plant # 4, the Newell plant. By 1919-1920 they were ready to expand again. The industry was changing greatly at this time. New technologies for better and more efficient production required the introduction of science and scientists into the business. Laughlin's hired Albert Victor Bleininger, a scientist in ceramics. Bleininger would remain with the company until his death in 1946. His first task was to build plant # 6. This plant was built across the valley to the south of plants # 4 and was the largest pottery ever constructed in the world. It was to be a leader in the worldwide manufacturing of ceramics. The plant was state-of-the-art. A major innovation was the construction of tunnel kilns. The tunnel kilns unlike the bottle kilns were of continuous operation. The plant also had other technological advantages, streamlining the process of making the ware. The plant was 290 feet wide, 800 feet long with a basement 80 feet by 800feet where the clay, flint and feldspar were mixed.
1n 1927 they built plant # 7 and replaced the bottle kilns in plants # 4 and # 5 with tunnel kilns. The three older plants in East Liverpool were soon obsolete and were abandoned in 1929. To replace them, in 1928, Laughlin's built plant # 8 just south of plant # 6. This new plant was 1,200 feet long and 300 feet wide and employed 900 people, equal to the combined numbers at plants # 6 and # 7. At peak employment The Homer Laughlin China Company employed 3,500 people.
In 1927 they hired one of the world’s foremost ceramists, Frederick Hurten Rhead. Rhead would stay with the company until his death in 1942. Rhead's first job was to update the catalogue, most of which had been in production for decades. The newest ware was called Yellowstone and was a cream, light-yellow. Introduced in 1926 it was advertised as, "possessing a warmth of tone that appeals to many persons of good taste more strongly than the dead white body that has ruled the market for so many years". He slowly changed the product over a space of several years. In 1935 he created Fiesta ware which would become the companies most popular and most collected line of Homer Laughlin China. Fiesta was discontinued in 1959, replaced with Fiesta Ironstone which was discontinued in 1973. Fiesta ware with new colors was reintroduced in 1986 to celebrate to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Rhea also created Harlequin which was the Woolworth Companies biggest seller. It was reintroduced into the line in 1979 to celebrate Homer Laughlin's Centennial.
Peak production for the company was in 1948 when they produced 10,129,449 dishes.
1n 1927 they built plant # 7 and replaced the bottle kilns in plants # 4 and # 5 with tunnel kilns. The three older plants in East Liverpool were soon obsolete and were abandoned in 1929. To replace them, in 1928, Laughlin's built plant # 8 just south of plant # 6. This new plant was 1,200 feet long and 300 feet wide and employed 900 people, equal to the combined numbers at plants # 6 and # 7. At peak employment The Homer Laughlin China Company employed 3,500 people.
In 1927 they hired one of the world’s foremost ceramists, Frederick Hurten Rhead. Rhead would stay with the company until his death in 1942. Rhead's first job was to update the catalogue, most of which had been in production for decades. The newest ware was called Yellowstone and was a cream, light-yellow. Introduced in 1926 it was advertised as, "possessing a warmth of tone that appeals to many persons of good taste more strongly than the dead white body that has ruled the market for so many years". He slowly changed the product over a space of several years. In 1935 he created Fiesta ware which would become the companies most popular and most collected line of Homer Laughlin China. Fiesta was discontinued in 1959, replaced with Fiesta Ironstone which was discontinued in 1973. Fiesta ware with new colors was reintroduced in 1986 to celebrate to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Rhea also created Harlequin which was the Woolworth Companies biggest seller. It was reintroduced into the line in 1979 to celebrate Homer Laughlin's Centennial.
Peak production for the company was in 1948 when they produced 10,129,449 dishes.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
HLC History - Chapter 3
Throughout the 1880's Homer Laughlin produced a variety of ware, mostly of a basic white which could be used in hotels and other public institutions. Today many former Homer Laughlin workers can still recognize the ware by style and quality wherever they may be in a hotel or restaurant throughout the country and even the world. In 1886 he had truly mad what could be termed genuine American china. After a demonstration of its translucence and vitreous qualities Jere Simms editor of the local newspaper said, "It is no longer a question of doubt that the finest, thinnest and most translucent of china can be produced in America."
In 1897 Homer retired from the business to pursue business interests in California. Wells, Louis, Marcus and Charles Aaron purchased interests in the company with Louis Aaron as president and Wells as secretary and general manager. They decided that they needed to expand. In 1899 they built a new plant east of the original pottery (plant # 2). Two years later they built plant # 3 beside plant # 2. They also traded the original plant for another in the East End. After this expansion there were 32 kilns. Still unsatisfied and prompted by the extreme growth in the demand for their wares they wanted to expand again. However, there was no available suitable land in the East End of East Liverpool; therefore they pursued the purchase of a 3 mile tract of land in a small community that would become known as Newell across the Ohio River in West Virginia. The location had access to fuel, railroad and river transportation. Forming the North American Manufacturing Company to develop the property into a usable industrial site, the Homer Laughlin Company set about developing what until this time was a relatively inaccessible area of the West Virginia panhandle. The only way to get to the property from Ohio was by ferry. By 1904 they had begun construction of a metal suspension bridge. Now called the Newell Bridge it is still in operation as a toll bridge across the river. The first traffic moved across on July 4, 1905. Newell grew rapidly from a small community of but a few homes to a prospering community with 130 additional homes by December 1907.
The plant, at that time the largest in the World, covered 10 acres, extended 700 feet along the riverbank. Standing five stories high it had a total floor space of 15 acres. Connected with the plant to the south was a 100 acre park with a spring-fed stream, lack, zoo, formal garden and outdoor theater. The park was the idea of George Washington Clarke, a great innovative salesman for the company. He spent much of his time and money on the park. He died in 1911 not long after the park was built. With the addition of the new plant, in January 1907, there were 62 kilns and 48 decorating kilns capable of producing 300,000 pieces of ware per day.
In 1897 Homer retired from the business to pursue business interests in California. Wells, Louis, Marcus and Charles Aaron purchased interests in the company with Louis Aaron as president and Wells as secretary and general manager. They decided that they needed to expand. In 1899 they built a new plant east of the original pottery (plant # 2). Two years later they built plant # 3 beside plant # 2. They also traded the original plant for another in the East End. After this expansion there were 32 kilns. Still unsatisfied and prompted by the extreme growth in the demand for their wares they wanted to expand again. However, there was no available suitable land in the East End of East Liverpool; therefore they pursued the purchase of a 3 mile tract of land in a small community that would become known as Newell across the Ohio River in West Virginia. The location had access to fuel, railroad and river transportation. Forming the North American Manufacturing Company to develop the property into a usable industrial site, the Homer Laughlin Company set about developing what until this time was a relatively inaccessible area of the West Virginia panhandle. The only way to get to the property from Ohio was by ferry. By 1904 they had begun construction of a metal suspension bridge. Now called the Newell Bridge it is still in operation as a toll bridge across the river. The first traffic moved across on July 4, 1905. Newell grew rapidly from a small community of but a few homes to a prospering community with 130 additional homes by December 1907.
The plant, at that time the largest in the World, covered 10 acres, extended 700 feet along the riverbank. Standing five stories high it had a total floor space of 15 acres. Connected with the plant to the south was a 100 acre park with a spring-fed stream, lack, zoo, formal garden and outdoor theater. The park was the idea of George Washington Clarke, a great innovative salesman for the company. He spent much of his time and money on the park. He died in 1911 not long after the park was built. With the addition of the new plant, in January 1907, there were 62 kilns and 48 decorating kilns capable of producing 300,000 pieces of ware per day.
Sunday, June 19, 2011
HLC History - Chapter 2
In 1877 Homer bought his brothers share of the company and renamed the business "Homer Laughlin". In 1896 it was renamed "The Homer Laughlin China Company".
At this time there was stiff competition with European and especially English China. The public perceived that the American ware, which was more expensive, was of lesser quality. Many potteries disguised their ware with marks reminiscent of English marks or named their ware "Royal" to give the connotation of English ware. Homer Laughlin however, designed a mark that showed the American Eagle on top of the British Lion. He wanted to show his confidence in the American ware.
Homer Laughlin was aware of the conditions of his employees but safety standards were non-existent in industry at this time. The hazards of the job were many, mostly from the inhalation of the dusts associated with the production of the ware. In 1877 he was paying his employees more than their European or Asian counterparts. A skilled worker earned $2.33/day, an unskilled man $1.29/day, boys 0.82c/day and women and girls 0.75c/day. In 1880 he took 300 of his workers and their families by chartered train to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for an exposition in the afternoon and the opera in the evening. Laughlin was mindful of his workers and saw quality ion them. In 1880 Homer hired W.E. Wells as bookkeeper. He would eventually become the general manager and today his descendants are still managing the company. He hired the first female secretary in 1888. Later in the companies history the plant would include a recreational park.
May Your Dishes Bring a Smile To Your Face!
At this time there was stiff competition with European and especially English China. The public perceived that the American ware, which was more expensive, was of lesser quality. Many potteries disguised their ware with marks reminiscent of English marks or named their ware "Royal" to give the connotation of English ware. Homer Laughlin however, designed a mark that showed the American Eagle on top of the British Lion. He wanted to show his confidence in the American ware.
Homer Laughlin was aware of the conditions of his employees but safety standards were non-existent in industry at this time. The hazards of the job were many, mostly from the inhalation of the dusts associated with the production of the ware. In 1877 he was paying his employees more than their European or Asian counterparts. A skilled worker earned $2.33/day, an unskilled man $1.29/day, boys 0.82c/day and women and girls 0.75c/day. In 1880 he took 300 of his workers and their families by chartered train to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for an exposition in the afternoon and the opera in the evening. Laughlin was mindful of his workers and saw quality ion them. In 1880 Homer hired W.E. Wells as bookkeeper. He would eventually become the general manager and today his descendants are still managing the company. He hired the first female secretary in 1888. Later in the companies history the plant would include a recreational park.
May Your Dishes Bring a Smile To Your Face!
Saturday, May 14, 2011
HLC History - Chapter 1
I didn't realize it had been so long since I had posted to my blog. I came across some interesting history of the Homer Laughlin China Company and wanted to share:
In 1872 the East Liverpool, Ohio City Council, foreseeing the demise in popularity of yellow ware offered $5,000 to anyone that would agree to build a four kiln pottery producing white ware.
Homer and Shakespeare Laughlin won that competition and proceeded to build a pottery in East Liverpool. They were natives of the area being born on Beaver Creek near East Liverpool and the Ohio River. After the Civil War Homer and his brothers had worked in the pottery industry in production and sales but were not expert in technical aspects of making ware.
They accepted the Council's offer on September 1, 1873, broke ground for the plant on October 1 and opened for production one year later on September 1, 1874. The plant with only two kilns struggled due to a lack of capital and lack of experience. White ware had not been produced in the area before this time. It is said that the first batch of ware out of the kilns was cups and that when the ware cooled all the handles fell off. Undaunted they persevered, calling themselves, "The Ohio Valley Pottery" and "Laughlin Bros. Pottery". By 1874 they had 100 employees. Their work finally paid off when in 1876 they were awarded a medal for best white ware at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They were now established as a quality producer in the market.
May your dishes bring a smile to your face!
In 1872 the East Liverpool, Ohio City Council, foreseeing the demise in popularity of yellow ware offered $5,000 to anyone that would agree to build a four kiln pottery producing white ware.
Homer and Shakespeare Laughlin won that competition and proceeded to build a pottery in East Liverpool. They were natives of the area being born on Beaver Creek near East Liverpool and the Ohio River. After the Civil War Homer and his brothers had worked in the pottery industry in production and sales but were not expert in technical aspects of making ware.
They accepted the Council's offer on September 1, 1873, broke ground for the plant on October 1 and opened for production one year later on September 1, 1874. The plant with only two kilns struggled due to a lack of capital and lack of experience. White ware had not been produced in the area before this time. It is said that the first batch of ware out of the kilns was cups and that when the ware cooled all the handles fell off. Undaunted they persevered, calling themselves, "The Ohio Valley Pottery" and "Laughlin Bros. Pottery". By 1874 they had 100 employees. Their work finally paid off when in 1876 they were awarded a medal for best white ware at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They were now established as a quality producer in the market.
May your dishes bring a smile to your face!
Sunday, November 14, 2010
4th Marigold Piece Announced
(Excerpts From an HLC Press Release Dated 10/26/2010)
The Homer Laughlin China Company™ introduced a limited edition, 75th anniversary, Fiesta soup tureen at the New York Tabletop Show, October 12-15, 2010.
"The 75th Anniversary Soup Tureen is such a special piece, not only because of its limited availability and collectability, but also because of its stunning presence on the dinner table," says Fiesta Dinnerware's Rich Brinkman.
Available only in the 75th anniversary color--Marigold--just 12,000 numbered soup tureens will be created. Each one will be numbered on the bottom of the bowl. It will only be available for 75 weeks from April 1, 2011 through September 1, 2012, while quantities last.
The four-piece Soup Tureen will feature an 11 5/8-inch round platter, 3 quart bowl (10 ½-inch diameter, 5-inch height), lid, and stainless steel ladle with a ceramic handle. The round platter is embossed with the Fiesta logo and the 75th Anniversary logo. The substantial bowl has a sculpted base that fits snugly in a crevice in the platter. The bowl also has two scalloped edged handles for secure serving. A gently rounded lid is topped with a signature Fiesta knob for easy removal; it also has a perfectly sized notch to hold the stem of the ladle. The 11 ½-inch ladle (4 oz. capacity) is made of durable stainless steel and is imprinted with the Fiesta logo. The 4 ½-inch ceramic handle is glazed with the matching 75th Anniversary Marigold color.
The tureen is the fourth piece in a 75th anniversary series that already includes three-piece mixing bowls (2008), 19.25-inch oval serving platter (2009) and a two-piece prep baking bowl set (spring 2010).
Designed by Frederick Hurten Rhead in 1936, Fiesta™ is now the most collected china in the United States. It features a unique Art Deco style and can be seen in the collections of numerous museums including the Smithsonian Institution to the Andy Warhol Museum.
EBay Revisited
As a result of the efforts of a number of superb EBay employees, with one in particular heading up the efforts, the issues LADishes.com had with EBay was resolved. As a result, LADishes.com resumed selling on Ebay on a very limited basis. We sincerely thank the EBay employees who worked tirely to resolve these issues (they know who they are) and for their efforts above and beyond what we ever expected. We also sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this sabbatical may cause any of our customers and honestly thank you for your patronage.
As a result of our "reconciliation" with EBay, LADishes will no longer under any circumstances or condition accept money orders from EBay buyers. The only method of payment we will accept is PayPal.
If you have any questions about this policy, do not hesitate to contact me. In the interim or at any time in the future, you can still "Google" the word "LADishes" if you desire to contact us about anything, particularly any warranty claims or assistance you may need with prior EBay purchases. Thank You Again. LADishes, an LMP Associates Company.
As a result of our "reconciliation" with EBay, LADishes will no longer under any circumstances or condition accept money orders from EBay buyers. The only method of payment we will accept is PayPal.
If you have any questions about this policy, do not hesitate to contact me. In the interim or at any time in the future, you can still "Google" the word "LADishes" if you desire to contact us about anything, particularly any warranty claims or assistance you may need with prior EBay purchases. Thank You Again. LADishes, an LMP Associates Company.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
EBay Does Not Enforce Their Written Policies - Sellers Beware
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
HLC Announces Third Piece in Marigold
Here are excerpts from the HLC press release:
The Homer Laughlin China Company™ is just one year away from celebrating the 75th Anniversary of its iconic Fiesta® Dinnerware Brand, made in the USA. The manufacturer unveiled a third collectible piece in limited edition color Marigold at the International Home & Housewares Show. Following the launch of the Three Piece Mixing Bowls (2008) and 19 ¼-inch Oval Serving Platter (2009), Homer Laughlin is releasing a 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set in 75th Anniversary color Marigold.
“The 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set is the perfect complement for those who already have the Three Piece Mixing Bowl Set or even for those who are looking for some versatile pieces to add to their kitchen. In 75th Anniversary color, Marigold, the bowls are a colorful addition for any cook’s collection,” says Fiesta Dinnerware’s Rich Brinkman.
The 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set will be available in 75th Anniversary color Marigold, as well as 10 additional Fiesta colors: Scarlet, Cobalt, Tangerine, Sunflower, Peacock, Shamrock, White, Ivory, Turquoise, and Lemongrass. The collectible bowls in Marigold will only be available for 75 weeks – from April 1, 2010 through September 1, 2011.
The larger bowl is 2 quarts and the smaller 1 1/8-quart bowl fits neatly within it. The two bowls nest perfectly within the already released Three Piece Mixing Bowl Set.
In celebration of the impending 75th Anniversary in 2011, the first installment of collectible pieces was the Three Piece Mixing Bowl Set. Now retired, the collectible Marigold bowls were only available for 75 weeks – from April 1, 2008 to September 1, 2009. However, the Mixing Bowls are still available in the following Fiesta colors: Scarlet, Cobalt, Tangerine, Sunflower, Peacock, Shamrock, White, Ivory, Turquoise, and Lemongrass.
The second 75th Anniversary piece was the 19 ¼-inch Oval Serving Platter. The Marigold color will only be available until September 1, 2010. It will be available in coordinating colors – Scarlet, Cobalt, Tangerine, Sunflower, Peacock, Shamrock, White, and Ivory – following the retirement of the piece in Marigold.
The fourth and final collectible item will be released in 2011 to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Fiesta Dinnerware brand.
The 75th Anniversary 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set in Marigold will be available at select fine department and specialty stores from April 1, 2010 through September 1, 2011.
The Homer Laughlin China Company™ is just one year away from celebrating the 75th Anniversary of its iconic Fiesta® Dinnerware Brand, made in the USA. The manufacturer unveiled a third collectible piece in limited edition color Marigold at the International Home & Housewares Show. Following the launch of the Three Piece Mixing Bowls (2008) and 19 ¼-inch Oval Serving Platter (2009), Homer Laughlin is releasing a 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set in 75th Anniversary color Marigold.
“The 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set is the perfect complement for those who already have the Three Piece Mixing Bowl Set or even for those who are looking for some versatile pieces to add to their kitchen. In 75th Anniversary color, Marigold, the bowls are a colorful addition for any cook’s collection,” says Fiesta Dinnerware’s Rich Brinkman.
The 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set will be available in 75th Anniversary color Marigold, as well as 10 additional Fiesta colors: Scarlet, Cobalt, Tangerine, Sunflower, Peacock, Shamrock, White, Ivory, Turquoise, and Lemongrass. The collectible bowls in Marigold will only be available for 75 weeks – from April 1, 2010 through September 1, 2011.
The larger bowl is 2 quarts and the smaller 1 1/8-quart bowl fits neatly within it. The two bowls nest perfectly within the already released Three Piece Mixing Bowl Set.
In celebration of the impending 75th Anniversary in 2011, the first installment of collectible pieces was the Three Piece Mixing Bowl Set. Now retired, the collectible Marigold bowls were only available for 75 weeks – from April 1, 2008 to September 1, 2009. However, the Mixing Bowls are still available in the following Fiesta colors: Scarlet, Cobalt, Tangerine, Sunflower, Peacock, Shamrock, White, Ivory, Turquoise, and Lemongrass.
The second 75th Anniversary piece was the 19 ¼-inch Oval Serving Platter. The Marigold color will only be available until September 1, 2010. It will be available in coordinating colors – Scarlet, Cobalt, Tangerine, Sunflower, Peacock, Shamrock, White, and Ivory – following the retirement of the piece in Marigold.
The fourth and final collectible item will be released in 2011 to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the Fiesta Dinnerware brand.
The 75th Anniversary 2PC Prep Baking Bowl Set in Marigold will be available at select fine department and specialty stores from April 1, 2010 through September 1, 2011.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Paprika - Homer Laughlin's Stock Photo
Here is a stock photo of the Homer Laughlin China showing their newest color addition - Paprika!
Monday, March 15, 2010
Homer Laughlin Announces Colors to be Retired in 2010
Homer Laughlin announced that Evergreen will officially retire on March 31, 2010 and Cinnabar will retire on June 1, 2010.
Now is the time to start your hunt for the closeout bargains.
Now is the time to start your hunt for the closeout bargains.
Homer Laughlin Announces New Pieces for 2010
And, last, but not least, the 2 Piece Prep Baking Bowl set which will be available around April 1, 2010. This bowl set will be available in all colors, including Marigold. The marigold set will retire on September 1, 2011. These bowls are made to nest inside the original baking bowl set.
Stock Photo of the Homer Laughlin China Company
Stock Photo of the Homer Laughlin China Company
Homer Laughlin Announces New Pieces for 2010
The Jam Jars arriving around April 1, 2010. This jar is smaller than the smallest canister and will hold a 9.25 Oz. jar of jam, but its' uses are only limited by your imagination.
Stock Photo of the Homer Laughlin China Company
Stock Photo of the Homer Laughlin China Company
Homer Laughlin Announces New Pieces for 2010
There will also be a few new items coming out this year - The long awaited loaf pan. It is due out around August 1, 2010.
Picture to come shortly.
Picture to come shortly.
Homer Laughlin Announces New Color for 2010
Homer Laughlin unveiled their newest color to their Fiesta line at the Chicago Home & Housewares Show. It is called Paprika. It will be available as soon as June 20, 2010. This photo was taken by Elaine Epperly and posted on Facebook.
Here is the official HLC press release regarding their new color:
The Homer Laughlin China Company™ is excited to announce the latest color in the Fiesta® Dinnerware lineup—Paprika! This zesty color was officially introduced at the International Home & Housewares Show (Chicago), McCormick Place, South Building, Booth No. S2003.
Paprika is the 14th color in the signature Fiesta spectrum: Paprika, Lemongrass, Chocolate, Ivory, Black, White, Cobalt, Turquoise, Sunflower, Plum, Scarlet, Shamrock, Tangerine, and Peacock. With the introduction of Paprika, Evergreen will retire March 31st and Cinnabar June 1st 2010.
“At a time when so many people in our country are struggling, we are returning to the basic comforts that are important: home and family,” says Fiesta Dinnerware’s Rich Brinkman. “Paprika evokes the warmth, spirit and reassurance that many Americans are craving.”
With the wide range of Fiesta colors (both current and retired), the possibilities to mix and match with Paprika are endless. Depending on the style motif you are trying to achieve, Paprika can help set any kind of mood for everyday dining or special occasions. Try some of the following color combinations:
Modern Comfort: Paprika, Lemongrass, Chocolate, Ivory
Fire: Paprika, Scarlet, Sunflower, Tangerine
Sunset: Paprika, Sunflower, Tangerine, Scarlet, Plum
Citrus: Paprika, Sunflower, Tangerine, Lemongrass, Shamrock
Tropical: Paprika, Lemongrass, Turquoise, Shamrock, Tangerine, Peacock
Earthy: Paprika, Shamrock, Chocolate
Sophistication: Paprika, Cobalt, Turquoise, Peacock, Chocolate, Ivory
“Fiesta has added the perfect shade of subtle spice to their tasty choice of colors— Paprika,” says color expert Leatrice Eiseman, http://www.morealivewithcolor.com/index.html and http://eisemancolorblog.com/.
Paprika Fiesta will be available in stores and online as early as June 20, 2010. Suggested retail price for the 4- and 5-piece place settings is $48.00 (MSRP). Paprika will also be available in square 3-piece place settings for $40.00. In addition to place settings, the Fiesta line includes a variety of plates, platters, bowls, cups, vases, the signature disc pitcher, and a wide range of serving pieces (sold separately).
Here is the official HLC press release regarding their new color:
The Homer Laughlin China Company™ is excited to announce the latest color in the Fiesta® Dinnerware lineup—Paprika! This zesty color was officially introduced at the International Home & Housewares Show (Chicago), McCormick Place, South Building, Booth No. S2003.
Paprika is the 14th color in the signature Fiesta spectrum: Paprika, Lemongrass, Chocolate, Ivory, Black, White, Cobalt, Turquoise, Sunflower, Plum, Scarlet, Shamrock, Tangerine, and Peacock. With the introduction of Paprika, Evergreen will retire March 31st and Cinnabar June 1st 2010.
“At a time when so many people in our country are struggling, we are returning to the basic comforts that are important: home and family,” says Fiesta Dinnerware’s Rich Brinkman. “Paprika evokes the warmth, spirit and reassurance that many Americans are craving.”
With the wide range of Fiesta colors (both current and retired), the possibilities to mix and match with Paprika are endless. Depending on the style motif you are trying to achieve, Paprika can help set any kind of mood for everyday dining or special occasions. Try some of the following color combinations:
Modern Comfort: Paprika, Lemongrass, Chocolate, Ivory
Fire: Paprika, Scarlet, Sunflower, Tangerine
Sunset: Paprika, Sunflower, Tangerine, Scarlet, Plum
Citrus: Paprika, Sunflower, Tangerine, Lemongrass, Shamrock
Tropical: Paprika, Lemongrass, Turquoise, Shamrock, Tangerine, Peacock
Earthy: Paprika, Shamrock, Chocolate
Sophistication: Paprika, Cobalt, Turquoise, Peacock, Chocolate, Ivory
“Fiesta has added the perfect shade of subtle spice to their tasty choice of colors— Paprika,” says color expert Leatrice Eiseman, http://www.morealivewithcolor.com/index.html and http://eisemancolorblog.com/.
Paprika Fiesta will be available in stores and online as early as June 20, 2010. Suggested retail price for the 4- and 5-piece place settings is $48.00 (MSRP). Paprika will also be available in square 3-piece place settings for $40.00. In addition to place settings, the Fiesta line includes a variety of plates, platters, bowls, cups, vases, the signature disc pitcher, and a wide range of serving pieces (sold separately).
Thursday, February 4, 2010
What Is the Most Popular Color of Fiesta in 2009?
The news is in SCARLET is, once again, the most popular color in the Fiesta line up for 2009, even beating out the new color, Lemongrass. Here are the colors listed by sales volume to retailers:
Fiesta Sales by Color for the year 2009 - (sales to retailers only)
Scarlet
Lemongrass
Chocolate
Sunflower
Ivory
Cobalt Blue
Peacock
Tangerine
Shamrock
Turquoise
White
Plum
Cinnabar
Evergreen
Black
Now we know why Evergreen is on the chopping block for this year. Are Cinnabar and Plum far behind?
Fiesta Sales by Color for the year 2009 - (sales to retailers only)
Scarlet
Lemongrass
Chocolate
Sunflower
Ivory
Cobalt Blue
Peacock
Tangerine
Shamrock
Turquoise
White
Plum
Cinnabar
Evergreen
Black
Now we know why Evergreen is on the chopping block for this year. Are Cinnabar and Plum far behind?
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
eBay Traffic Declines in December as Amazon Surges to Record Levels
Amazon experienced a 29% surge in unique visitors from September to December, according to data provided by Nielsen, while eBay experienced flat numbers for the last four months of the year. Amazon reached 66.472 million unique visitors in December, up 9% from November and up 8.8% from December 2008.
eBay is currently at 2005 levels in terms of unique visitors after peaking in 2006. As the following chart shows, eBay had topped out at 66.193 million unique visitors in December 2006 and hasn't broken the 60 million mark since August 2007. eBay had 51 million unique visitors to its site in December 2009, down 0.27% from November and down 11% from December 2008.
Maybe that is why EBay is asking sellers and buyers to answer surveys. They need to find out what is wrong. If they decide to listen, they will change and bring back the old EBay, when selling on it was FUN!
eBay is currently at 2005 levels in terms of unique visitors after peaking in 2006. As the following chart shows, eBay had topped out at 66.193 million unique visitors in December 2006 and hasn't broken the 60 million mark since August 2007. eBay had 51 million unique visitors to its site in December 2009, down 0.27% from November and down 11% from December 2008.
Maybe that is why EBay is asking sellers and buyers to answer surveys. They need to find out what is wrong. If they decide to listen, they will change and bring back the old EBay, when selling on it was FUN!
Friday, January 8, 2010
The Year of Turquoise
According to the Pantone Color Institute. . .
This will be the year of turquoise. The blue-green hue is considered to evoke calm and compassion, but its warm and cool shades mix well with all skin tones.
Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, says most
people respond positively to turquoise, and it has a universally flattering appeal
for men and women.
“We look at the psychology of the color,” Eiseman said. “This year specifically, we
were very certain that turquoise was a strong trend and narrowed it down to the
best, most representative color for both fashion and home.”
Andrews agreed, saying that a true turquoise or more subdued teal is a fresh
complement for spring. He suggests incorporating a teal handbag into a spring
wardrobe if you're shy about wearing bold colors.
“Most women don't have a teal handbag,” he said. “Teal works great with neutrals,
and it opens the door to play with color. The bag can be your accent.”
IS THAT WHY SOME OF FIESTA'S RETAIL OUTLET THAT CLOSED OUT OF TURQUOISE A YEAR OR MORE AGO HAVE STARTED CARRYING THAT COLOR AGAIN?
VERY INTERESTING.
This will be the year of turquoise. The blue-green hue is considered to evoke calm and compassion, but its warm and cool shades mix well with all skin tones.
Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, says most
people respond positively to turquoise, and it has a universally flattering appeal
for men and women.
“We look at the psychology of the color,” Eiseman said. “This year specifically, we
were very certain that turquoise was a strong trend and narrowed it down to the
best, most representative color for both fashion and home.”
Andrews agreed, saying that a true turquoise or more subdued teal is a fresh
complement for spring. He suggests incorporating a teal handbag into a spring
wardrobe if you're shy about wearing bold colors.
“Most women don't have a teal handbag,” he said. “Teal works great with neutrals,
and it opens the door to play with color. The bag can be your accent.”
IS THAT WHY SOME OF FIESTA'S RETAIL OUTLET THAT CLOSED OUT OF TURQUOISE A YEAR OR MORE AGO HAVE STARTED CARRYING THAT COLOR AGAIN?
VERY INTERESTING.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Fiesta Chartreuse Vase Traveling the United States. . . .
Have you heard of this????
There is a Fiesta® Chartreuse medium vase (which has been named by someone as "Charry" - I assume by someone at HLC) is traveling the United States visiting friends, landmarks, & favorite places. According to my source, Charry has travelled over 11,000 miles since it started its' travels last October. So far, it has travelled through Ohio, Virginia, South Dakota, Georgia, Michigan, Indiana, California & Washington.
Follow Charry on his travels across the United States and see where he will travel to next next. I hope he comes to visit me!
Charry's Journey
There is a Fiesta® Chartreuse medium vase (which has been named by someone as "Charry" - I assume by someone at HLC) is traveling the United States visiting friends, landmarks, & favorite places. According to my source, Charry has travelled over 11,000 miles since it started its' travels last October. So far, it has travelled through Ohio, Virginia, South Dakota, Georgia, Michigan, Indiana, California & Washington.
Follow Charry on his travels across the United States and see where he will travel to next next. I hope he comes to visit me!
Charry's Journey
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