Transport - the subject of the day at WEDGWOOD Barlaston

Those of us who visit the Wedgwood factory in Barlaston don't think of the center courtyard full of omnibuses and vintage cars, but for one day each year for the past 11, that's just the scene which one would encounter at Wedgwood.  Enjoy seeing pictures from this year's POPS event and think of going perhaps next year for this fun event!  We just never know what adventures await at Wedgwood Barlaston!

WEDGWOOD HOME, LEITH HILL PLACE, DORKING OPENS TO THE PUBLIC

The composer Ralph Vaughn Williams donated his family home to the Heritage Trust in England in 1944, but until now it has not been open to the public.  This summer it will be open on a trial basis, so if you are lucky enough to be in the beautiful Surrey countryside, check it out!  Why would you, you ask?  Well of course because it is a former Wedgwood home, and Darwins were frequent visitors.  Sounds like there will be a lot to learn in the story of this historic house!  Go here to read today's article and let us know if you go!  We'd love to have a travelogue to post!

Wild Strawberry doing a new duty with Lord Wedgwood

From Wedgwood's Facebook Page today:

Lord Wedgwood enjoying a speciality cocktail in a Wedgwood Wild Strawberry teacup at the Britweek Red Carpet Launch Party! — in Los Angeles, CA.  GO HERE to see what we have in stock in this gorgeous, ever-popular pattern!

LORD WEDGWOOD NEVER CEASES TO AMAZE US

And today is no different.  See where Lord Wedgwood is this week, in Hollywood no less!  This article tells us of another good deed by Piers, Lord Wedgwood - the Design Icon Award.  Hollywood glitterati star in this article with a shot of His Lordship.  Unfortunately once again no one proof- read the article, as Wedgwood is mis-spelled...where have all the people who care about how they present themselves gone?  There seem to be no newspapers, TV producers, magazine writers or anyone else willing and/ or able to ensure the accuracy of what they publish. .....  a sad commentary among a lot of other sad commentaries on today's world...but Piers does show us that in a world of sloppiness, some people still try to shine and improve the world.  Congrats to Ian Callum for embodying the iconography Lord Wedgwood wants to celebrate!

YouTube VIDEO - GREAT WEDGWOOD HISTORY

The lucky Brits and Scots we know have been able to watch a great hour of the story of Josiah Wedgwood and his successes on British TV.  Luckily an enterprising soul has shared that broadcast on YouTube.  It is in four parts, 15 minutes each.  Go HERE and you will see parts 1/4, 2/4, 3/4 and 4/4.  It is a well-done documentary with A. N. Wilson as narrator.  Several of us think Mr. Wilson did a much better job with this production than his recent book, which has not received good reviews from collectors.  I began reading it, and have set it aside.  If you go to YouTube.com and type in the search term WEDGWOOD you will find many interesting videos relating to the company, the products, the family, both current info and more importantly, great history and demonstrations of the potting process.  ENJOY!  And don't forget our bone china is all still on 25% off sale.  See us at www.alexisantiques.com and at eBay seller ID alexisantiques.com.

LORD WEDGWOOD CHARITY SHINES IN ALABAMA ONCE AGAIN

If you are in Alabama, check out this great opportunity to contribute to youth sports in the state of Alabama.  Check here for information about the upcoming event.  Remember the largest collection of Wedgwood in this hemisphere is located at the beautiful Birmingham Museum of Art!  A  haven for all Wedgwood collectors and  coming up an opportunity to contribute to a great cause!

World Class Ceramic Restoration Expert - Give her a try!

If you are in need of ceramic restorations or repairs, large or small, you might want to contact Gloria Hamlin, of Hamlins Restorations...find her at www.hamlinrestoration.com.  Here is an article in today's local paper in my area to learn a bit about her.  She and her firm have accomplished several repairs for myself, my friends and customers over a long span of years, and we give her a 100% excellent recommendation.  Check this out!  You will find she takes art commissions too, so you might think about a portrait or landscape of your home.  Go HERE to see the article.  And be sure to tell her Leslie sent you!  No, I don't get a kickback, just want folks to know she's here when you might need her!

POIGNANT ESSAY FROM 2009 ON THE WEDGWOOD DEMISE

Recently this essay was sent to me by my great Wedgwood pal Adele Barnett, power behind the Wedgwood Society of Washington, DC.  It illustrates a very personal view of the modern era at Wedgwood & Sons by A. N. Wilson, the son of Norman Wilson, whom we have seen writing a novel more recently, and which you will see reviewed if you scroll down to older posts.  Luckily, Wedgwood has survived and seems to be growing, with new markets opening up all the time, recently in Lebanon, and growing markets in the Orient.  Please go here to read this heart-rending story of life in and around The Potteries from one who lived it for many years and eloquently retells the story of his life as it relates to pots, potting and potters.

WEDGWOOD CORPORATE AMBASSADORS

Here is a nice write-up on the three Wedgwood ambassadors at work these days globetrotting to advertise the Wedgwood Waterford Royal Doulton products.  Enjoy the interesting background information and current activities of these folks, to include our favorite Lord Wedgwood. 

SEATTLE'S WEDGWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD, WHAT'S IN A NAME?

For a long time I've wondered why a lovely suburb of Seattle was named Wedgwood.  Recently I ran across an entry on the Internet which seemed to tell that story.  I've now found a great blog about the community and there is an article which explains the origins of the area and its name.  Please go here to read the story.  It's a bit long, but read down to the bottom and you'll find the explanation, and yes, it has to do with dishes made by You Know Who!  Enjoy this Wedgwood geography lesson, a great piece of trivia for your next trivia night or cocktail party banter.