Thursday, June 28, 2012

As we completed the 1500th Gazette a few thank you note were sent and I thought I’d share them. The latest ones follow:

First from Michael Krumme of LA– Here’s to a lively (yet respectful) and well-moderated forum that is often a highlight of my day.

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Next, from Helaine Fendelman of NYC– Alan. I have learned so much from your exchange of verbiage regarding packing. I think I could now ship an elephant properly. Thanks Helaine

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Then, the Creech’s of Brevard, NC– Alan, Congratulations on the 1500th Gazette! That’s hard to believe. We owe you a large thanks for keeping it going and facilitating good communication among our members and other Steuben lovers.

Your efforts help keep our Carder Steuben members informed, interested and “in the know.” You and your labors are appreciated!

Eliabeth and Frank Creech

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In the category of one story triggers others, Scott Hansen of Briarcliff Manor, New York asks an interesting question.

Second, I may not be able to top Thomas Nichols’ story but I have a tangent that is close and may send the discussion in another direction.

A Moving Story

Thomas Nichols’ plaster of paris story reminded me of a somewhat similar experience of my own. Many years ago I had to make a household move as part of a job transfer. The moving company representative gulped when he saw the amount of glass in the house. His obvious concern was packing and breakage during the move.

One of the options that was offered to me was the use of a material similar to spray foam insulation. Each piece of glass (interior as well as exterior) would be “spray foamed” (for lack of a better term) with the exterior being done inside an appropriately sized box. I was assured that the “foam” would be easy to remove at the end of the move (unlike Mr. Nichols’ plaster of paris) and that it would be a superior method for protecting the glass. I opted not to use this method (even corporate moves don’t have an unlimited budget) and I used the traditional paper and boxes. Only one piece of glass was lost in the move.

I have several questions. Has anyone had any experience with using “foam” to protect glass in shipping or moving? Second, what about moving dozens or even hundreds of pieces of glass? Does anyone have any experience there, particular with any movers who specialize in moving antiques?

Scott Hansen

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2012 Carder Steuben Club annual Symposium will be held at The Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, NY from September 20-22, 2012.

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