Renew or Join the NFGS
Primary Members ($30) and Primary Associate Members ($5). Associate Members must reside in the same household as a Primary Member. Commencing September 1, a pro-rated membership is available. You will receive 3 issues of The Fenton Flyer, and all privileges as with an annual membership, at the reduced rates of $15 for a Primary membership and $2.50 for an Associate membership.
This year we are offering an Iridized Eggplant mouse (pressed at Mosser Glass) for $29 and a Cobalt/MilkSlag (made at Fenton Collectible's) mouse for $29. They are limited to one of each per household (Primary member) for the 2018
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membership year, on a first come, first serve basis. The quantities are limited.
To avoid the 4% administrative charge for card usage, please send a check.
For your convenience, there is a PDF Icon of the renewal form at the bottom of this page.
Past issues of The Fenton Flyer may be purchased from the NFGS office for $2 per issue.
If you are a visitor to this page, and wish to become a member of the NFGS please visit the Membership page. Click on he button in the column to the left.
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NFGS Annual Mice for 2018
By Sharon Fenner
Once again the NFGS is offering two annual mice. First is Iridized Eggplant which is available for $29. Next is the Ruby-Opal Slag mouse available for $29. Both colors of mice were made at the Mosser Glass Co. These mice are available to members renewing for the 2018 membership year, limited to one of each per household (Primary member), on a first come, first serve basis. Quantities are limited - renew early to ensure receiving your 2018 annual mice.
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The Ruby-Opal Slag mouse has sold out.
We are substituting Cobalt/Milk slag for the balance of the year. The Cobalt/Milk mice were pressed at Fenton Collectible's and originally offered as 2015 membership mice. As the photos show there is quite a difference in color. Each is a one-of-a-kind!
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Convention 2018 Exclusive Glass Available
By Sharon Fenner
Some of the items have Sold Out. Please check the NFGS Glass Exclusives page for details and prices. All items are subject to prior sale.
The Pink and Green 5151 Bear was blown by Dave Fetty, as was the 'Lavender' Fish vase. We are very fortunate to be able to offer glass by Fenton Mastercraftsman David Fetty!
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Tales from Kriner's Korner
By Carolyn Kriner
This one-of-a-kind LG Wright one-of-a-kind sample Cranberry Opalescent Daisy and Fern hat measures 7.5 inches tall, 10.5 inches across the brim, and 16 inches around.
You can read the back story in the September/October 2018 issue of The Flyer.
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The Miller's Give Back
By Millie Coty
This year the winner of the NFGS 50/50 Charity Drawing was Fred Miller, who donated his winnings back to the beneficiary - Stacy William's 5 year-old daughter Jesse, who is fighting leukemia.
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A One-of-a-Kind Donation
By Sharon Fenner
Jason Shankland hand-painted this beautiful one-of-a-kind Happiness Bird on a font. He donated it to NFGS President Les Rowe during the Monday evening Banquet. It now roosts in the window of the National Fenton Glass Society for all to enjoy.
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Just 'Cuz it Says Fenton...
By Anne Blackmore
Below top: New Martinsville #34 Addie Jade Sherbets - tells are the 'umbrella points' on the sherbets, and New Martinsville Jade glows under black light.
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Left bottom: Decorated Vase from Regent Line by Consolidated - tells are the shape and very large bumps around the center, plus the violets are both blue and purple.
Below: Westmoreland #1902 Green Marble Bud Vase - this is a distinct Westmoreland color combination, and the vase is very plain.
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If you know your Fenton shapes, you will be less likely to purchase a mis-labeled piece, and more likely to find a Fenton rarity! Remember the late Tom Smith's mantra, "Know your shapes!!"
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Meet Your New Consignment Auction Chair
By Millie Coty
Tim Starcher has consented to work on the 2019 Consignment Auction. His contact information is in The Flyer.
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New Feature: Fenton Mysteries!
By Doug McIntosh
Read all about the opportunity to have your 'mystery glass' identified.
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Ed Tell Award Recipients for 2018
By Millie Coty
Our 2018 honored recipients were Carolyn Kriner and Nancy and George Fenton, all of whom are most deserving.
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Convention Highlights
By Debra Ekart
Debra Ekart shares with our readers some of her favorite convention experiences. From seeing old friends, to meeting new ones, her time went by too quickly. She did have the opportunity to add several 'treasures' to her collection. Imagine the thrill of finding a 'Sample' tag on the bell she already was happy to have added to her collection!
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2018 Convention Table Displays
Thank you to all who shared their collections with the convention attendees!
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2018 Convention Revisited
By Ellen Stohler
Pictured are several of the participants of Meet and Greet seminar facilitated by Michael Dickinson.
At right and below is Michael Dickinson. With Michael is Linda Fleming (front) and Frances Burton (back). Below, right, is Kim Barley sporting her 'Elvis 40' shirt!
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2018 Charity Drawing Results
By Millie Coty
Each year the NFGS has a 50/50 raffle, usually to benefit a Williamstown non-profit organization. This year is an exception, as our 50/50 Drawing was dedicated to an individual rather than an organization. Our total of $636.00 went to help the family of Jesse Enoch, five-year old daughter of Former Fenton Decorator and Designer Stacy Williams Enoch. In late May, Jesse was diagnosed with leukemia.
The pictures speak for themselves. We wish Jesse a complete and speedy recovery.
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Consignment Auction 2018 Summary
By Millie Coty
At right is a OOAK 2003 Dave Fetty signed Vasa Murrhina 6.25" footed fish vase with Black accents.
Mark your Calendars...
The dates for the 2019 NFGS 29th Annual Convention are July 27, 28, and 29 to be held at Quality Inn, Marietta, OH 45750
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Michael Dickinson's Art
By Millie Coty
Michael Dickinson had available the 8.5" X 11" print of the Fenton Art Glass factory for $20.00 and the Christmas ornament for $38.50. Please see page 15 of The Flyer for details. 
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Right: Ruby Pinecone ruffled plate or low bowl
Below left: Cameo Opalescent 9.5" flared Peacock vase - unlisted size
Below right: Ruby/Amberina Lincoln Inn 10" flared cupped vase
Bottom left: Wisteria (Amethyst) Opalescent #3600 ball jug pitcher and tumbler set
Bottom right top: #1502 clear Tangerine candlesticks with cuttings Bottom right bottom: #1502 candlesticks in Tangerine Opalescent
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The Fenton Years
By Carolyn Kriner
The author takes us along on a trip down memory lane. Somehow there is no happily-ever-after to this story, except for all the wonderful memories we have to share with those who never made it to the Fenton factory. Our experiences were the best of times.
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Fenton Secondary Market Skies a Bit Bluer?
By Doug McIntosh
Below: Sung Ko 14-inch oval bowl; $2025; 5 bids; 3 bidders
Left center: 10-inch Ruby cased cameo vase with the 'Iris and Butterflies' design sand-carved into the glass; $1306.25; Buy-it-Now
Left bottom: Aladdin, 1997 Burmese with 'Roses' design lamp; $900; Buy-it-Now
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Below 24-inch Burmese Satin GWTW poppy lamp, $799.99; Buy-it-Now
Right bottom: Dave Fetty two-handled Black Hanging Hearts on Cobalt Satin cased 10-inch vase; Best offer - $1500; $1080 - final price
Webmaster's note: The lamp pictured on the bottom of the left column is Rosalene, offered in 1995.
The Dave Fetty Cobalt Satin vase is the #8858 K8 Braveheart vase, offered in 2005.
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2019 NFGS Convention
July 27, 28, & 29
Fenton - Fellowship - Fun
Exclusive Glass * Seminars * Auctions Banquet * Bingo * Glass Displays Consignment Auction * Dinner Cruise
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Stretch Glass Society Convention
July 24 - 26, 2019
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