Crumbs from my jar....
Let me tell you, it's been an interesting few weeks here at the Crews' home. Nothing bad happening, but
so much stuff going on it's worn me out! In hindsight, I should never have even thought about re-doing the floors
in my office, hallway and Raggedy Ann room. We're talking about moving a few hundred jars on display,
many dozens of crates of Christmas ornaments, feather trees, craft supplies and anything else you can think of that
had to be moved. Well, the floors are in -- but the stuff is not put back yet. Watch my eBay auctions as I am definitely
using this exercise to clean and purge. A lot.
Response has been absolutely tremendous to the Green family. Because of all the above going on, I've not been able to do
a complete update yet, but it's been amazing. I'll have a complete report in the next issue that will be
coming out on time at the end of the month, but just have to give a few highlights. Approximately $700.
in cash and gift certificates were donated to the family, along with many cookie jars. Pat has been overwhelmed
with jars including Boyd's Bears, advertising jars, Looney Tunes, McCoy and more. Generous collectors have also
sent her some outstanding jars including a Happy Memories Cracker Jack and a Brush Little Red Riding Hood.
But more to come on our Cookie Jar Shower in the next issue.
Until next time,
~barb
KASTING AUCTION & APPRAISAL
Is having a big sale in a few weeks -- April 29, 2006. Check their web site to find out what's up for auction.
Lots of Davy Crockett pieces are up for sale, both planters and jars,
as well as other planters along with the hundreds of jars up for sale.
Kasting Auction
YOUR MOST EXPENSIVE JAR?
For a short article I am doing -- what is the most expensive cookie jar you have bought/have/or sold.
If you're taking part in my survey, I need the name of the jar and the company name and any other relevant information
about the jar. No names will be given and I promise not to come knocking on your door.
Cookie Jar Poll
HAKES'S PRICES
Hake's Americana & Collectibles March 2006 auction featured numerous advertising items from the collection of Senator Phil Arthurhultz. Shown here are a few advertising cookie jars that were offered for sale from his extensive collection.
Hake's Cookie Jar Auction Prices
PORK BARREL - TEAPOT MUSEUM?
Many collectors dream of one day housing their treasures in a museum, but most of us have never thought about asking the government to help! The teapot museum in Sparta, North Carolina is getting government funds to the tune of $500,000, causing John McCain to call the "teapot museum case a 'really egregious' example of what is wrong with the budget appropriations process." I would guess he's not a collector. The Sparta Teapot Museum will house the Kamm Collection of over 6,000 teapots with a value of exceeding $5 million.
Vote in the Poll!
ADORABLE DISNEY DUMBO JAR
An adorable Dumbo jar is available online at the Disney Store (note there is also a different one available
on Disney Auctions). Dumbo is two-sided and a look back to the turnabout jar of the 1940's, with just slight
differences. The jar is a limited edition of 1000 and lists for $69.95.
Take advantage of a Disney sale to get this jar, for instance right now (until April 17th) is 15% off
sitewide, plus free shipping of purchases over $75.
Disney Dumbo
PRICES REALIZED/ROSEVILLE
Take a look at some of these prices paid in March 2006 for Cookie Jars. Spotlight this month is on
Roseville Cookie Jars.
Roseville Cookie Jar Prices
LIVE IN OR NEAR MICHIGAN?
It might be worth your while to check out the estate sale with over 700 cookie jars and salt/peppers in Jenison, Michigan.
Cookie jars at Estate Sale
The Complete Guide to Corning Ware & Visions Cookeware
f you haven't checked out the prices of those simple cornflower dishes by Corning Ware lately, you're in for a big surprise. Although the prices won't be astronomical, they're selling for more than you might expect.
Corning Ware
FROM LAST ISSUE:
TOP TEN MISTAKES MADE BY COOKIE JAR COLLECTORS
Remember, there is no wrong way or right way to collect, always collect what you love and as a long-time collector says -- Collect What Makes You Smile! Just think about these points and maybe it will save you some money and energy down the line.
Mistakes by Cookie Jar Collectors
19% of "McCoy" jars are Fakes on eBay
I know I'm not telling most of you anything new, but I decided to do a little counting and
see what kind of numbers I could come up with. The research is completely unscientific but interesting nonetheless.
I checked out about 800 eBay cookie jar auctions that were marked McCoy. Out of those 800 jars, approximately
19% were not McCoy! Read more and I invite your comments!
19% are Fakes
FORUMS
Don't forget about the forums where you can ask questions, sell jars or find out more.
Check it out here!
Cookie Jar Forums
