Dear Western Washington Pyrex Dudes and Dudettes,
Don't miss out on this: Craigslist ad for the most amazing Pyrex sale ever (seriously).
I first found out about this seller from an ad she posted on Craigslist for a beautiful set of Friendship Cinderella bowls, which I bought as a wedding gift for a cousin. We exchanged a bunch of emails but it was my mother-in-law who conducted the sale in person since they both live on Vashon Island. My family and I made a recent trip to Vashon last weekend for the Strawberry Festival, so I got to go to this seller's house and pick out some gorgeous pieces (for myself this time). However, I didn't even make a dent in her vast supply of promotionals and wide array of patterns. Check out the ad--an entire corner of her sun-room, where everything is displayed, is JUST TURQUOISE. And I didn't even buy any (I'm sort of wondering why now).
The seller is amazingly friendly (and she's one of us, so you know she knows her stuff). We had a great time gossiping about our various Pyrex experiences while I tried (and tried and tried) to choose which pieces to purchase. I thought her prices were great--she even had a "fire sale" corner full of stuff that was only a dollar because of chips, scratches or dishwasheredness. I found several only slightly nicked or faded bowls that I use for cereal and salads.
Okay, my husband just asked me when the Magna Carta will be finished, so I'll conclude by saying Vashon is a great place to visit. Cute little town, beautiful ferryboat ride, all that. If you're looking for a fun summer day trip (and an excuse to buy some awesome Pyrex), look no further.
Happy Pyrexing!
Margaret Ann
Why is the collection being sold? It seems sad to me.
ReplyDeleteI am wondering the same thing..
DeleteDid she mention why Margaret Ann?
Hey guys--the general answer would be downsizing...the personal stuff is her story to tell. She's such a neat lady and definitely on the up-and-up--nothing shady about this at all. I don't think either of you are local (?), but if you are, be sure to get out there and check out the gorgeousness :).
DeleteWhy?! Oh why?! Can I not be there right now?! Oh yeah, because I love in the Detroit area...
ReplyDeleteEr... *live...
DeleteI live in NY, so I'm wayy too far away for this AMAZING sale!!! I really wish I could hit the jackpot like this, share the purchases with us! Curious!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Margaret Ann! I went yesterday and got some awesome pieces that I probably would never have been able to afford otherwise. I loved meeting everyone and am even getting a few more pieces for friends (Music Staffs!). Could you put some pics up of what you got? I would love to see them! Everything was in such great shape!
ReplyDeleteNicole, I'm so glad you went!!! Oddly enough, I kept thinking about you since I know you probably live somewhere near-ish us, judging from your posts. I'll try to get some pictures up. I actually didn't go crazy there...I got a few pieces that I really loved and then a handful of "fire sale" things and a couple gorgeous Fire King mugs. I had some regrets about leaving some of the pieces behind (the "Vintage/Grapes" casserole in particular), but I'll get over it ;). I had such fun just looking at everything.
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