FitzMugs

Pfaltzgraff Penguin Skate 12 Ounce Mugs, Set of 4

2008-12-17T05:00:00.000-08:00

Pfaltzgraff Penguin Skate 12 Ounce Mugs, Set of 4

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Product Features

Pfaltzgraff Penguin Skate dinnerware pattern is perfect for winter entertaining.
This whimsical, fun holiday dinnerware features the adventures of our five penguin pals on a wintry day.
Each mug is decorated with a different penguin ice skating adventure, from one to five penguins - all enjoying outdoor fun.
Create a new family tradition with this fun, whimsical Christmas dinnerware pattern that features adventurous penguin pals.
Dishwasher Safe
Microwave Safe

Anchor Hocking's Fire-King & More: Identification & Value Guide

2008-12-16T05:00:00.000-08:00

Anchor Hocking's Fire-King & More: Identification & Value Guide, Including Early American Prescut And Wexford
(Anchor Hocking's Fire-King and More)

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Product Description - From the 1940s through 2000, Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation of Lancaster, Ohio, produced an extensive line of heat resistant oven glassware called Fire-King. The companys lines included not only dinnerware but also a plethora of glass kitchen itemsmeasuring cups, mixing bowls, mugs, and more. Loaded with hundreds of full-color photographs, vintage catalog pages, company morgue items, facts, new information, and values, this new edition will be a hit once again with collectors. It has everything readers expect from glassware authorities Gene and Cathy Florence.

Christmas Caroling Kits Mugs

2008-12-15T05:00:00.000-08:00

Christmas Caroling Kits Mugs

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Keep your hands and voice as warm as your heart when you go caroling with a steaming cup of your favorite holiday beverage. And take a friend--- you've got two cups! Dolomite. Dishwasher/microwave safe. 3 1/2" diameter x 4 1/2" high. Set of 2

British Tea and Coffe Cups 1745-1940

2008-12-14T05:00:00.000-08:00

British Tea and Coffee Cups, 1745-1940
(Shire Library)

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Product Description - Tea and coffee cups have been made in Britain since the middle of the eighteenth century and can be found in a vast array of decorative designs, reflecting the changing fashions of society as well as the advances made in the manufacturing process. This book charts the development of tea and coffee cups over 200 years, providing information on the methods of decoration, influential factories and designers. Steven Goss guides the reader on how to identify the dates of particular patterns, as well as listing a number of museums and auction houses where these ornamental cups can be discovered.

About the Author - Steven Goss has been involved in the antiques trade for more than twenty-five years, as a full-time professional dealer, specialist consultant to a leading provincial auction house, writer and collector. Educated at a special school for the physically disabled, his interest in antiques is diverse and includes early glass and silver, but eighteenth-century English blue and white porcelain is the main focus of his attention. He is an enthusiastic collector of tea wares.

Dr Seuss Grinch Stole Christmas Coffee Mug New Gift

2008-12-13T05:00:00.001-08:00

Dr Seuss Grinch Stole Christmas Coffee Mug New Gift

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Dr. Seuss Grinch Who Stole Christmas 12 oz Decal Mug. This mug shows the lovely Dr. Seuss character Little Cindy-Lou Who in several adorable poses! Inside the mug are the phrases Merry Christmas! Every Who Down in Who-ville Liked Christmas a lot The perfect gift for any Dr. Seuss fan this Christmas.

Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass

2008-12-12T05:00:00.000-08:00

Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass

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Product Description - This completely revised, enlarged edition of America's #1 bestselling book on Depression glass deals primarily with the glass made from the 1920s through the end of the '30s. With the assistance of several nationally-known dealers, the book illustrates, as well as realistically prices, those items most in demand.

"Night Before Christmas" Gift Set Of 4 China Mugs/Cups

2008-12-11T05:00:00.001-08:00

"Night Before Christmas" Gift Set Of 4 China Mugs/Cups

Product Features

Set of 4 decorative Bone China Mugs in a decorative gift box
Each mug is designed with a different Santa scene
Designed by artist D. Morgan
Each mug holds 15 oz
Dishwasher safe/FDA approved/Microwave safe

Cool Use For Shaving Mugs

2008-12-10T05:00:00.000-08:00

According to Home Decoration 279

Put your soaps, bath salts and quite toiletries in antique bowls or shaving mugs and add colored beads ...

Pink Panther Tiki Mug

2008-11-25T05:00:00.000-08:00

Pink Panther Tiki Mug

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Product Description - Add some PINK to your party with these Limited Edition, high-quality, functional, collectible tiki mugs! Featuring character art of the Pink Panther, Inspector and Fez Monkey, your party will be stylin' when you serve tasty cold beverages from these ceramic tiki vessels. Celebrate 's signature style with these brand new collectibles from Wondrous Arts! All are dishwasher and microwave safe, but we recommend hand-washing for best results. All come handsomely packaged in Shag-A-Delic color boxes featuring SHAG's Pink Panther 40th Anniversary character art!

Betty Boop Totem Mug

2008-11-24T05:00:00.000-08:00

Betty Boop Totem Mug

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Product Description - From the Betty Boop Collection. Coffee mug titled "Boop Totem Mug." Betty's face and logo are on this textured wood and bamboo look mug. Made of ceramic with a glossy finish. Measures 4.5" x 3" x 5" wide.

Tiki Mugs: A Guide to Collecting

2008-11-23T05:00:00.000-08:00

Tiki Mugs: A Guide to Collecting

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Product Description - For full-blown tiki fanatics, or for those who are just dipping their toes into the tropical waters of tiki collecting, this is the guide. Tiki style is more popular than ever, and there are more collectors than ever peering out from the torches and palm trees. Written by a recognized expert in the field, this resource includes the complete production listings of the major manufacturers, from 1950 to today. An essential purchase for specialists, the photos and descriptions of styles such as the Frankentiki and the Monkey Mugstack will provide brilliant inspiration for those new to collecting.

About the Author - Jay Strongman is a legendary DJ and tiki enthusiast. He has written for The Face, i-D, NME, The Observer, Record Mirror, Soul Underground, The Sunday Times, Tiki News, and Vogue.

Nightmare Before Christmas Long Coffee Mug

2008-11-22T05:00:00.000-08:00

Neca Nightmare Before Christmas Long Coffee Mug

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Elvis, If You Can Dream It Coffee Mug

2008-11-21T05:00:00.000-08:00

Elvis, If You Can Dream It Designer Ceramic Coffee Mug

How to Safely Buy Collectible Mugs Online

2008-11-20T05:00:00.000-08:00

Several of my readers make the point that it is not always safe to buy collectibles online, because you do not really know the quality of the items until you get them, and then it can be too late.

I wanted to share with collectible mug buyers ways to safely buy online.

1. Buyer beware - The maxim that the buyer needs to beware is so true. But not only when buying online because you can get scammed in a retail store as well.

No matter where you shop, you need to be diligent. Some items that you can buy at your nearest retail store have been recalled, are the wrong size, the wrong color, and what is more the merchant may not want to give you a refund or replace the item. So it is up to you to know what you are getting yourself into when buying items for your baby.

It is possible to buy things from a store and not know the stores return policy, refund policy or other important details. I am advocating that no matter where you shop, online or retail, beware.

cautions; Know the origins of the item you are buying.

How do you do this online? You communicate with the buyer, ask questions. You look at the buyers feedback and only buy from an online seller who has a history of providing quality goods and services.

Many of sellers on eBay and Amazon.com are small business that sell brand new, never taken out of the original box collectibles as well as vintage items too. Some sellers are passing items off as something that they are not, but most sellers are not doing this. Look for these sellers.

Avoid buying used, damaged, or unclean items from both online and retail stores. Notice that some stores resell their returns, be on the look out for this practice. Thoroughly inspect any item that you purchase online once you receive it, and prior to using it.

Know what the item you are buying should look like, understand what kinds of fakes there are out there. Usually it is the higher value items that are being faked. Again this applies to items bought online as well as those bought in retail stores.

I can't say it enough, know and understand the conditions of the sale when ever you buy anything anywhere. I think that covers online and retail stores.

Important conditions to be aware of;

- good communications
- dispute resolution system
- return policy
- refund policy
- shipping cost

2. Buying online versus buying from stores. Buying collectibles online also has some advantages.

As a person who buys and sales items online in various online settings I can tell you that buying online has some advantages.

-time - In the modern world free time is a premium for almost everyone. You can do much more shopping online then you can do by packing up the kids, driving to the mall or retail store, walking from store to store looking at items. Many online stores make it easy for you to shop without all the time wasting that go along with shopping in stores.

-money - In the economy that we are in right now money is also at a premium for almost everyone. Food cost, the cost of gasoline, the mortgage melt down and other problems are making us all have to stretch our dollars as far as we can. And anyone who has a small child does not need to be told that you need to find ways to get more for what you spend your money on.

-security- Shopping online can be just as secure if not more so than shopping in retail stores. The volume of people shopping online has caused it to become more secure. Most online sites have security measures such as a resolution system, a online communication system, and security via the method of payment (Paypal, credit cards).

-research - Even if you do not buy the item online, shopping online allows you to view items, see data about the item. Make informed decisions about the item prior to buying it. I personally love the experience of actually touching and feeling the things that I buy. Sometimes the interaction with the sales person can also be rewarding. But I almost always do research online first.

-gas prices - It may not have always been the case but right now the price of gas can make shopping at retail stores difficult. So why not give online shopping a try. If done correctly it can be just as safe and secure as shopping at a store and can save you money on your cost of gas.

3. Affiliations (truth in advertising) - I am a member of the affiliate programs for some of the merchants mentioned in this blog and so I want to make that clear. I want to assure my readers that I provide information about online shopping that helps and is in the readers best interest.

I do not favor one affiliate over the other. I think if you do your home work and research the item that you want, you can have a great shopping experience at all of my affiliates. Who are;

eBay.com
Amazon.com
Montgomery Wards Kids
LinkShare
National Geographic for Kids
SitterCity.com
MiniTots.com
AllPosters.com
BabyUniverse.com
DreamtimeBaby.com
MagicCabin.com
Motherhood Works, Inc.
Sensational Beginnings
The Baby Outlet

Feel free to click on any of their links that you find here at Baby Buggy Bumper.

The Beatles - Abbey Road Collectors Stein Mug

2008-11-19T05:00:00.000-08:00

The Beatles - Abbey Road Collectors Stein Mug

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Product Description - Highly unusual Beatles collectors item! Beer stein with faux brick face replicating the outside of the Apple Studios. The Abbey Road "street sign" with Beatles above. Handle and bottom done in black and white striping. Generous 7.5" high.

Indiana Jones Paper Cups

2008-11-18T05:00:00.000-08:00

Indiana Jones Paper Cups, 8ct

Churchill China Thanksgiving Turkey Multi Colors Mugs

2008-11-17T16:18:00.000-08:00

Churchill China
Thanksgiving Turkey Multi Colors Mugs, Set of 4

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Product Features

Set of four traditional Thanksgiving large coffee mugs from Churchill
Chip-resistant English earthenware with colorful American turkey motif
Antique engraving design features border of forest flowers, berries, and leaves
Dishwasher-, microwave-, and freezer-safe
Each mug measures 4-3/4 by 3-1/4 by 4 inches; 12-ounce capacity

According to Garland Withers

"Churchill, a British producer of tableware for more than 200 years, has thoughtfully created a pattern specifically for the celebration of the most food-focused of American family holidays--Thanksgiving--with a design transfer-printed from an early American copperplate engraving. The Thanksgiving Turkey 12-ounce mugs are meant to be integrated into other matching place setting arrangements in the same pattern. These handled mugs are perfect for coffee or cocoa; on a chilly autumn day, even a mug of soup can be a hand-warming treat."

"The turkey featured in the Churchill Thanksgiving Turkey design is highly detailed, as if from an antique natural history engraving; the bird stands in full-tailed display amid a cluster of ferns. The subtly fluted mugs sport borders which consist of equally detailed drawings of forest flora: blackberries, acorns, oak leaves, and simple wild rose blossoms. The color palette includes soft blues, reds, golds, and greens in the muted tones of a hand-tinted photograph. The Churchill Thanksgiving Turkey pattern offers a wide range of matching pieces such as basic 5-piece place settings, napkin rings, a cookie jar, a teapot, and a creamer and covered sugar bowl, as well as other individual setting pieces."

"Churchill earthenware is safe for use in the microwave and freezer; however, avoid rapid temperature changes by allowing dishes to make gradual transitions. Churchill pieces are also dishwasher safe; when hand washing, avoid abrasive cleansers and scourers. Each handled mug in this set of four measures 4-3/4 by 3-1/4 by 4 inches and has a 12-ounce capacity."

Dr Seuss - Cat In The Hat 14 oz Travel Mug

2008-11-17T05:00:00.000-08:00

Dr Seuss - Cat In The Hat 14 oz Travel Mug

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Kingsland: Birthplace Of Johnny Cash Mug

2008-11-16T05:00:00.000-08:00

Kingsland: Birthplace Of Johnny Cash Mug

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Elvis Presley XL 14oz Coffee Mug

2008-11-15T05:00:00.000-08:00

Elvis Presley XL 14oz Coffee Mug

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4 pack of Masu Wooden Sake Cups

2008-11-14T05:00:00.000-08:00

4 pack of Masu Wooden Sake Cup Large 2 1/2

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Batman And Stevie Wonder Duet Mug

2008-11-13T05:00:00.000-08:00

Londons Times Funny Music Cartoons - Batman And Stevie Wonder Duet, Very Superhero - Mugs

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Product Description
Batman And Stevie Wonder Duet, Very Superhero Mug is new. Why drink coffee out of an ordinary mug when an imprinted mug is so much cooler? Microwave safe, FDA approved. Image is printed on both sides of the mug. Dishwasher use is not recommended.

The Dark Knight Thermos Funtainer

2008-11-12T05:00:00.000-08:00

The Dark Knight Thermos Funtainer

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Can You Really Make Money Selling Collectible Mugs?

2008-11-11T05:00:00.000-08:00

I think you can.

Mugs are everywhere and made for almost every type of collector.

- Celebrity mugs
- Corporate Logos
- Brand Names
- Holiday Themed Mugs
- Religious Mugs
- Sports Themed Mugs
- Political Mugs

And the list goes on, I could probably write a book just on the types of collectible mugs that there are out there.

What do you need.

1. Education. To sale anything you need to understand that thing. Know the thing that you are trying to sell, that is what I always say. One way to get to know about all the different kinds of mugs that there are out there is to pick one and learn as much about it as possible.

2. A good reliable source of good mugs. One of the first things you will need to learn is a good reliable source for the type of mugs that you will be selling.

3. The ability to market your collection. Once you have located a good reliable source, and you have knowledge about the type of mugs that you will be selling then you need to start marketing your collection. Think of this as how you will be making connections with buyers. It is how you will explain the mugs and let the buyers know what they need to do to purchase from you.

4. Deciding where online you will sell your mugs. There are many options for where you can sell your mugs at. Some of the best ways to do it online is to start your own web site. Another great place is eBay, just like you can buy great mugs off of eBay you can also sell mugs from your collection on eBay.

I intend to go much deeper into this in a later post. So keep coming back and check out the blog for more discussions on who to make money selling collectible mugs.

The BEATLES John Lennon Stainless Steel Travel Mug New Gift

2008-11-10T05:00:00.000-08:00

The BEATLES John Lennon Stainless Steel Travel Mug New Gift