a new 'hob'bies

get it?

i love this gerber daisy vase. reid & i went on a quick antique adventure on my lunch hour last week, and this photo sort of reminded me of all of the beautiful milk glass & fenton hobnail pieces that we found in the vendor booths. its a pretty modern design that would definitely work in my kitchen. maybe i'll start a collection?

Fenton Hobnail glass, dating from 1930, is decorated with a pattern of bumps. The term “hobnail” comes from the nails with thick heads that were used to secure and protect the soles of boots. Hobnail patterns can be seen on anything from dishes, candlesticks, lamps and vases.