Welcome to Vintage Vase

Posted on June 6, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Vintage Vase

Thank you for visiting vintage vase!

Vintage vases are great to collect, and for the savvy collector they can be a great investment as well. There are many kinds of vases available on the market to choose from, and making a decision can be difficult at times. But that’s why we’re here. Within this website you will find many articles on what makes a certain vase collectible. The anatomy of vintage vases, and where to decorate with vases.

A beautiful vase can add elegance and personality to your home, office, or any function.

This website will help you decide what vase will perfectly match your needs and get you the best price possible. Whether you choose to go with a vintage vase, hand blown glass vase, glass flower vases, blown glass vases, antique glass vase, ruby vase, large floor vases, clear glass vase, centerpiece vases, short, or tall glass vases, their are vintage vases to complement any space and every occasion.

We hope you find this website helpful, and if you have any questions please feel free to comment and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. You will also see to the sides of the website some of our favorite places to find vases online, so get to it and remember, if you are looking for it, vintagevase.org can help you find it!

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Clear Glass Vases

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Clear Glass Vase

Clear glass vases can be used to achieve great effects by many techniques. What’s nice about a clear glass vase is that you can decorate not only with the vase itself, but with what you put in the vase, or by decorating the outside of the vase as well. Obviously we cannot do these techniques with ceramic vases, wood vases, or painted vases.

A clear glass vase can make very good centerpieces as well, and can be decorated easily to match it’s surroundings and event it’s being used for. You can use decorated clear glass vases for dinner table, weddings, and banquets. Any shape will work like a cylinder clear glass vase, square clear glass vase, or a large clear glass floor vase.

Putting objects in clear glass vases is a great way to make it pop out. There’s no rule to it, you can use just about anything you would like to, at least that will fit in the vase. Try putting in marbles, sea shells, leaves, pictures, sticks, pine cones, colored water, ribbon, buttons,lemons, or river stones. These are just a few ideas. Whatever your mind can conceive of give it a try.

Another really fun technique is to paint clear glass vases. You can use different kinds of paint for different effects. But you will want to prepare the glass for painting as it can e a bit tricky at times. Make sure the glass is well cleaned and you have removed all the oil from it with rubbing alcohol. After your done painting your design and it has dried add a coat of shellac. You can paint the whole outside for a funky look, or just paint the inside. Paint some strips or dots to give it some dimension, or go Jackson Pollack with it and really have some fun by making splashes, drizzles, and drips. It’s really up to you, however if painting you might want to have a clear idea of the finished product as your permanently altering it.

Using decorating tape adds really cool effects to clear glass vases as well. Decorating tape is a masking tape with printed designs or just solid colors on it. These can be cut up to desired width’s and lengths to stick on glass without the mess of paint. Really cool designs can be made to.

Clear glass vases are also really good at presenting beautiful floral arrangements, and dried flowers or sticks like pussy willows, or plants with a nice root system that you would like to show off.

For more information on clear glass vases check out glass flower vases and click here if your looking for some Clear Glass Vases

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Large Floor Vases

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Large floor vases can add elegance and dimension to any room. Sometimes you might find bare spaces in one of your rooms that you want to add some decoration but just cannot figure out what to put there. Well, a large floor vase is just perfect for filling up empty spaces like corners and hallways.

Decorative floor vases are great as a stand alone piece but are also very good at drawing attention to other pieces, like that great painting you love to show off, or next to that expensive leather couch you just bought. They can really make other objects that were somewhat subdued really pop out. Floor vases are complemented very well with long dried flowers or sticks/twigs and look absolutely great.

The first you should do is examine the space you are trying to decorate. Is it a large room with lot’s of space in the corners, or maybe it’s a hallway that’s just a bit to bare.

Elegant Wrought Iron Hand Blown Large Floor Vase

Then think about what color, size, pattern, and shape of a vase would complement that space. You will probably want to stick with the style of the space, for instance if the room already has a contemporary feel to it, then tall floor vases with a busy design is probably not going to match very well. There are many types of large floor vases to pick from, you have your elegant traditional porcelain or ceramic, and beautifully lacquered ones made out of wood that offer a great glossy finish. Ceramic floor vases can be eye catching as well as a large clear glass floor vase. Bamboo is always a nice way to go and can be extremely strong, and I especially like a tall floor vase.

Just be careful with the wood vases, as some are not made to have water in them. For these you’ll want to stick with the dried flower arrangements or sticks. If you really want fresh flowers in them make sure you put in a plastic container first, so you do not damage your floor vases.

Once you find a nice large floor vase that will match it’s surrounding’s well, give it a nice home in the space you picked out for it. I hope it looks great. If you are having problems finding nice vases you should check out some of my favorite places to find great vases Amazon Vase Deals and Bellacor

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My 18th Century Imperial Chinese Umbrella Stands Worth More Than Yours!!!!

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Exquisite Chinese Vase

Sometimes we take things for granted. It’s not really our fault most of the time, we are just not aware of how precious and rare some things are. For instance their was an extremely great find in the antique vase world just recently, that really drives this point home.

Vase used as an umbrella stand in spare room is a 270-year-old Chinese masterpiece worth £500,000!!!!!!!!!!

Slightly cracked and stained, an exquisite 18th century Chinese vase was found in an elderly British couple’s spare room by an astonished art dealer. The elderly couple had been using the vase to store umbrella’s. Given as a gift to the couple, it is estimated at 500,000 pounds, or if your on my side of the pond that’s $739,750.

That’s quite a find for an old umbrella stand. The couple have had the vase for 50 years and never knew it had any value to it what-so-ever, accept as a place to hold their junk when they were in no need of it.

The vase itself is a blue and white piece that was almost certainly made for the Emperor Qianlong in about 1740. The detailed antique Chinese vase shows a landscape of mountains and trees with a single house. The upper body has also been marked in Chinese “precious thing” and bears the emperors imperial reign mark. Without a doubt the quality of the painting is of the highest caliber. Unfortunately because of the condition of the antique vase it’s value has decreased significantly, and is thought in mint condition to be worth double the amount in it’s current state. On top of this, it may have once belonged to the family of Florence Nightingale, adding even more history and no doubt value to the vase.

So what’s the gist of this story… Every vase used to store umbrella’s is a priceless Chinese artifact! Uhmmm, not quite, but it certainly isn’t the first time this has happened. How about…

As we look at our lives and we see the friends, family, experiences, and cherished treasures we’ve gained along the way, we make an effort to really realize just why we treasure them so much, the stories we’ve made with them, and how much they really do mean to us.

Now go check out some cool vases at Amazon Vase Deals and Bellacor and search their vase section.

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Glass Flower Vases

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Glass Flower Vase

Glass flower vases are great for special occasions. They are commonly used for weddings, graduations, and business banquets as centerpieces. They add a certain personality and elegance to the event, and can be purchased for very little. Some of my favorite places to find glass flower vases on the cheap are Marshall’s, TJ Max, thrift stores, antique stores, and online at Amazon. If you have a wedding coming up or are in charge of your company’s event planning it might be a good idea to stock up on some glass flower vases.

Vases come in all sorts of forms, shapes, sizes, and colors. They can be clear, have ornate designs, and funky designs. But they all have five distinctive parts to them.

1. The bottom or base of the vase is referred to as the foot. The foot of a vase can be carinate which means the shape is defined by the joining of a rounded base to the sides of an inward sloping vessel, flat, or have a bulbous nature to it.

2. The body of a vase is usually the largest part of the vase and is considered the main part of glass flower vases.

3. The top of the body will have a curve inward which brings us to the shoulder of the vase.

4. From here we have the neck of the vase which gives it more height and elegance.

5. At the very top of the vase is a flare outwards this is referred to as the lip of the vase.

I would usually recommend to use the same model of glass flower vases for a centerpiece at your event just for symmetry purposes, however it’s really up to you. You could use two different models and set them every other table, or just get a bunch of different ones and go at it.

As far as what to put in them, it really depends on your taste, what the tables will look like (what color tablecloth’s/napkins), the season, and what the glass flower vases will hold. If you want to put in a large bouquet then obviously you will want a vase large enough for it to occupy. Flowers are really nice, but to add some flavor you might want to put in some stones at the base, and mix in some branches, pussy willows always look excellent.

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Antique Vases

Posted on June 11, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Beautiful silver antique glass vase

There are numerous reasons why you would want to buy a vase. It may be for purely aesthetic reasons, like in decorating and interior design. You might want to add centerpiece vases to your wedding or banquet. Or you might be interested in collecting vases as a hobby or for their value. Collecting antique vases can be a great investment, and if you have ever watched antique roadshow you know how exciting it is when you get antique vases appraised and find out they are worth a lot of money. Antique glass vases are also a great thing to pass down to your children, having a family heirlooms adds so much history, fun, and value to the piece.

But you should always do some research first before making an expensive purchase. Here are a couple of tips and rules you should always adhere to before purchasing.

1. Figure out what price range the collectible is in. You can find guides and manuals on this online or at your library. These are absolutely essential to insure you are not getting jerked around by the dealer.

2. If you find an antique vase that you absolutely love and are having it shipped to you, make sure you get appropriate insurance to cover any mishaps that may happen during the shipping process. There’s nothing worse than finding that perfect vase for your collection and finding it smashed upon delivery to your doorstep with no recourse.

3. I can’t say this enough DO YOUR RESEARCH! If you are buying the vase because you are in love with it’s stylish looks then it doesn’t matter quite as much, but if you are purchasing an antique vase as an investment make sure your getting exactly what you think you are getting.

4. Look those antique vases over and over. Search for any cracks, chips, or smudges. You are also looking for distinguishing marks of the artist, this can make the difference between a real antique vase and a fake.

5. If you are not completely sure about the value hire an independent appraiser that is certified in antique vase appraisals.

As long as you adhere to these simple rules you should be able to find and purchase antique vases with minimal difficulty and heartache. Just be careful, don’t rush it, and have fun.

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Hand Blown Glass Vases

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Hand Blown Glass Vase

Hand blown glass vases can make a great statement. Glass blowing is an art form that started in the middle of the last century BC. It

To make a hand blown glass vase the artist (glassblower, glassmith, or gaffer) starts with a glass formula mainly consisting of silica sand. The glass is then melted in a furnace until it reaches it’s molten liquid form. The molten form is the consistency of honey at 2100 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the glass has gotten to this optimal temperature the artist collects the glass with a blowpipe. A blowpipe is a long hollow metal pipe that is used to help shape the vases.

Their are two main methods of making blown glass vases. The first is referred to as free-blowing. The artist will use the blowpipe to blow short breathes of air into the molten glass to make a bubble in it, or inflating it. The glass is then shaped by blowing into it, swinging it around, stretching, and rotating the vase.

The second widely used technique is called mold-blowing. The process is similar until the the blowing of the glass. The glass is heated up, placed on the end of a blow pipe and then inflated into a carved mold.

Hand blown glass vases are typically more expensive and desirable because of the difficulty of the process. They make for great collector items, and a antique glass vase can sell for major money and retain their value well.

If you are looking to add some vases to your collection we suggest checking out estate sales, going to flea markets, or making it easy on yourself and purchase on the Internet. A few of my favorite places to get hand blown glass vases online are Amazon Vase Deals or you could try another one of my resources Bellacor and search their vase section.

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Where to Find Amazing Deals on Vintage Vases

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Eliwagar1

So now that we have a good idea of what kind of vase we are looking for from yesterdays article Vintage Vase. We can look at where are some good places to get good deals on vases. Whether you are looking for large floor vases or a hand blown glass vase Amazon Vase Deals is a great place to find a large variety of vases for extremely decent prices.

I find beautiful vases on these sites and recommend checking it out. I do highly recommend buying vases online because of the great deals you can get. However when buying vases online you really want to make sure it is exactly what you are looking for before you commit to buying it. Have a nice day!

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Vintage Vase: Having Trouble Finding a Perfect Vase?

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Eliwagar1

Alright, so you are thinking about buying a new vase, but not really sure what kind of vase you would like to get. How should you go about deciding what vase will perfectly match your style or occasion. What are the questions you should be asking yourself before you commit to the piece? Well here is a list of questions that will help you narrow the choices down.

1. Where are you going to present the vase? Is it for your home or office?
2. Would you like a large or small vase? Dimensions are always a good place to start.
3. What color are you looking for? Would you like it to blend in with it’s surrounding’s, or stick out like a sore thumb. Would a clear glass vase work, or maybe a ruby vase?
4. What material would you like it to be made of? Ceramic, glass, metal, wood, all have unique personality’s. A hand blown glass vase can be exquisite in it’s elegance.
5. Where is the vase going to be presented? Are you looking for large floor vases, table, or a wall vase? Perhaps your looking for tall glass vases.
6. What occasion is the vase for? Maybe your firstborn is finally getting married, or a son is graduating from college. Maybe you need some centerpiece vases?
7. How much would you like to spend on the vase? What’s your price range? Are you looking for a cheap vase.
8. What shape are you looking for?
9. What are you going to put in the vase?
10. Are you looking for something special like an antique glass vase or a vintage vase?

Ask yourself these questions and you’ll be able to greatly narrow down your search for that perfect vase!

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