MARJORIE COWDERY

Finding bits of sea glass was always a special treasure hunt for Marjorie - and how they looked when wet or when light shined through them! Years later, she still loves the search for older or unique pieces of all glass shapes and sizes. There is definitely an appreciation for the mostly anonymous designers and artists - who create/d stained glass windows; who blow or etch glass; and even for those who fabricate/d the machines which mold or press designs into glass.

Having parents who both could craft many different things, Marjorie enjoyed learning and watching their creative process. Her father, a mechanical engineer who co-created or invented different machinery, could construct furniture to fit any need or space. Her mother,  a nurse, made finely sewn doll clothes and costumes, as well as fun or lovely decorations.  Holidays, especially at either grandmother's house, featured the memorable glassware and china sets - with that certain sparkle and patterns on them. And striking when there was candlelight !

And when one of those grandmothers  downsized and moved to another house, young Marjorie received all the 'Depression' glass, all provided during the Great Depression from laundry soap-powder boxes. The dishes and glasses in different colors and designs, and with light shining through, showing them off, made a delighted and lasting impression.