Ruffin's New Book Available
Frances
and John Ruffin's fourth book, Blue Ridge China Trends,
is now available. There are newly identified patterns,
images of many sets, hundreds of full-color images of many patterns
and shapes, and an updated price guide. The book has 209 spiral
bound pages that document the evolution of Southern Potteries from
the decal era, through the beautifully hand painted designs that
they were noted for, and on to the final years of modernistic design
that American potteries produced in the late 1950's.
A signed copy can be purchased directly from them on their website: Blueridgechina.com
2011 Blue Ridge Show
The 2011 Blue Ridge Pottery Club show and sale was held October 6th - October 8th. Below are a few pictures from the show. Click on an image for a larger view.
Pattern Help?
I'm happy to help identify patterns or answer your Blue Ridge questions. See the Contact page for more information. The Pattern ID pages also may help.
For Sale
Looking for something in particular? Check here!
Wanted
A number of collectors are looking for particular pieces of Blue Ridge to add to their collection. This page contains a list of what they are looking for. If you have something on the list you'd like to sell, I can put you in contact with the collector.
Information
This page contains numerous items including a history of Southern Potteries, and a page of the various marks used by the pottery over the years. A 'Want List' of pieces sought after by other collectors can also be found here.
Recent Interesting Ebay Auctions
Some rare and hard to find pieces are still selling very well on ebay. Listed below are a few of those auctions and final selling prices (shipping cost not included).
| Windjammer 8" Plate | $142 |
| Wild Strawberry Leaf Relish | $178 |
| Belle Haven Woodcrest Teapot | $190 (BIN) |
| French Peasant Chocolate Tray | $1526 |
| Wild Turkey Artist Signed Platter | $568 |
| Melody Chocolate Pot | $616 |
| Dimity Sherman Lily Box | $570 |
| Blue Ridge Counter Sign | $480 |
| Turkey w/Acorns cup & saucer (4) | $522 |
| Indian Character Jug | $688 |
| Sprout Childs Mug | $280 |
| Yellow Bunny Childs Plate | $256 |
| Blue Heaven Breakfast Set | $355 |
| French Peasant Chocolate Set w/tray | $2277 |
| Bird Dog 12" Plate | $1065 |
| Indain Charcater Jug | $760 |
| Chintz Ovide Teapot | $350 |
| Weathervane Loop Handle Relish | $365 |
| Fruit Punch Center Handle Dish | $204 |
| Anniversary Song Mini Spiral Pitcher | $760 |