While browsing through the April 2007 issue of Country Home magazine, I came across this little article about a collection of pottery that this guy in Portland, Oregon has called Floraline pottery. I had never heard of it before, but was struck by the pretty color of this pottery...a grayed olive green and how neat it looks on his shelves. The green Roseville Floraline pottery is made by McCoy & was sold exclusively to florists starting in 1960. He started out collecting white pottery, but when it went up in value & was harder to find, he launched into green. I just think this is such a cool collection & if I had the space, I'd have to grab some of these pieces myself. The look of vintage pottery, but not as expensive as some of the collectible pieces that are out there. Now that I'm aware of it, I've seen lots of it in the antique malls around here...for not a lot of money either. 
I borrowed all these images off Ebay so you could see all the shapes they come in. You might be inspired to start a collection of green Floraline too!
Below is my small start to a white creamware collection. All of these pieces came from yardsales or thrifting. I'd love to showcase them somewhere on the 2 white shelves which I also found at yardsales. 
These are all slightly different in color, but I like how they look together.
Two shelves that I've found recently at yardsales ($1 for the top one & $2 for the bottom) & would like to find a spot for to highlight my little white collection. I'm running out of wallspace, but I think I might have a spot for them, so stay tuned for pics of them soon.
30 friends stopped by:
Rhoda, the Floraline is very appealing...I have a few pieces.
A friend and I spent yesterday thrifting and then lunch...we had a wonderful day....Betty
I love the shapes of the Floraline but I'm not much into green. I much prefer your white collection and am starting to pick it up for myself too. xoxo
Love your creamware collection...the lines on those pieces are lovely. Have a great weekend!
Karen
Great shelves you found! The Floraline is beautiful. I'm not really a collector, but have been wanting to start. I collect books... The Floraline looks like a good place to start, especially since I like earthtones. Thanks for sharing. I know what to look for now. Enjoy your weekend!
I love your pottery collections! The green is such a soothing shade, isn't it?
Have a blessed week-end!
I think I may have a piece of that pretty green ware. Another collection! LOL
The white is very pretty and I can't wait til you show us your beautiful display.
Yardsaling tomorrow?
Hi Rhoda
I discovered another thing we have in common...I love bunnies too! I actually have a small ceramic one that sits right here by my computer.
I love pottery, especially pieces my kids made when they were little.
Hugs!
Kat
Hi Rhoda,
I saw that article, too. And loved his massive display.
I have a small collection (4 or 5 pieces) of matte white pottery, but he's right, the prices are getting ridiculous.
hmmmmm...maybe I'll have to switch colors.
Kimberly :)
Rhoda, don't overlook using the Floraline in your garden for an accent piece if you run across one you really like. I collect McCoy and Shawnee vases usually in cream or pastel colors, but I like the more yellow green, too. Martha Stewart didn't help matters when she started showing her collection. That's when the pottery prices shot up! I love Roseville, but it is pricey. I just have a couple that were sold 'as is', which didn't bother me.
I went back to look at your landscaping pictures this morning. We're redoing part of our front that has that 'builder's design' and is now too boring and mature. You're a great inspiration! Oh, and I saw the cutest cement bunny at the nursery that may just have to come live with me.
Warmly,
Lallee
Whew...that green would not go with my green. That's good because the shapes are great.
You know I don't like bunnies or white dishes. :)
Yeah right. No guilt in collecting those. Especially the dishes. I have some from a couple of years ago and some are 20 years old.
They are always a good buy.
Love the peices you have found.
Donna
I've never heard of Floraline pottery. Love the color. I'll have to start looking for this.
Very pretty! I'd never heard of it before, either, but I think that I've seen some pieces...I would definitely have chosen it for you with that lovely green color!
Hope you're doing well, and that you have a wonderful weekend!
I'd never heard of it either until that article. I like the shapes but I'm not so attracted to that shade of green.
Your creamware collection is much prettier!
Manuela
Rhoda,
I saw that article in the magazine.
I like your white collection much better. Love your shelves too.
Have a good weekend!
Rosemary
Hi Rhoda...I remember that article. Very interesting..might be fun to look for it!
I like the creamware best...and of course you know, not a bunny one can be found at this house!;-)
Pat
Love your shelves...and a great bargain!
The Floraline pottery is a great collectible. I read about it in the magazine as well and had never heard of it before.
Love eBay. I started my Pennsylvania Redware/Breininger Pottery collection from an eBay purchase and now have quite a few pieces.
I always say...if you have more than 2 of something...you have a collection!
Oh thank you so much for telling me that you are having troubles with your comments too! I'm so happy to know that it isn't just me.
What is that saying... 'Misery loves company.' Well, it doesn't really apply but... :-))))
'Miss Mari-Nanci'
Rhoda, terrific shelves you bagged there. Very handsome. I have to laugh at the "Floraline"... when I dealt in antiques these were the hardest to unload... but they are so distinctive in groupings.
Your creamware, I'd say, has better longevity.
Jenny
I have the space...come on over!
Thanks Rhoda, I saw that article too, but had never heard of that pottery. It is very pretty...but I do like your creamware pottery collection too! :)
I love your white collection too, and I really love your Italy skirt-so retro!!
My favorite pottery is from Bennington Pottery in Vermont...the do some amazine "white pumpkins" that I would love to have a collection of and they would be so at home with your creamware!
Ro, John & I started pottery wheel classes and love it! I'll tell you more about them later. Enjoyed the blog!
I LOVE your thrifted collection of white china!!!
Hi Rhoda, I had a few Floraline pieces and sold them on ebay some time ago. It has such a neat old, matte green color ~ it is beautiful. I love your creamware ~ that's what I collect too, along with white ironstone, brown transferware, wooden oddities, wirework, bird's nests, old pincushions, you get the idea? LOL! I need more room...
Lnaa
ummm, I do know how to spell my name ~ I just don't type very well!
Lana
I cant believe the Great things you find. You truely have a great sense of style. Great post. Jamie
Great deal on the shelves!! You do a great job of catching deals and shopping for good stuff at great prices. Keep up the good work!!
I have absolutely none of the floraline pottery but when I read that article, I immediately wanted a wall full just like that lucky guy in the article :)
I have a very few pieces of creamware that I drag out for the summer time...
p.s. sending you an e-mail about some itmems in your shop :)
I've seen these guys and their collection on Country Style as well (which is, sadly, not shown anymore). I might have a recording of it, though, I'll look. Their shop, Stars & Splendid is just a few minutes from my house! ~A :-)
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