This 10.5″ tall Zsolnay Eosin Art Nouveau Vase: Butterflies On Stems sells for $6,400 in September 2009.

Zsolnay Eosin Small 3 Boys and Crane Sells For $1425 in September 2009. It is colored with gold and green-blue eosin glaze, characteristic of the Zsolnay company (Pecs, Hungary). It measures just 3” high x 3.75” wide. Mark is red, round stamped Zsolnay mark with gold dotted accent, also MADE IN HUNGARY handpainted on the bottom. Form number 7788 is impressed (barely visible).

Whether you are building a new craftsman home or renovating a historical bungalow you’ll have a lot of options.   Underfloor heating is an economical and environmentally smart solution. It is less expensive and better for the environment because it uses less fuel. One of the downsides of using traditional flooring (wood, granite, limestone, marble) is that your feet freeze in the winter.  But with underfloor heating, your feet stay warm while you appreciate the aesthetics of natural materials.  Another bonus is that your dogs and cats won’t be huddling with you in bed.  They will be warm, where they belong (on the floor).

Those who suffer from allergies also benefit from using underfloor heating systems; because it does not affect the air quality and it will not circulate foreign air particles (dust) around the room. Furthermore, as you are running your underfloor heater at a lower temperature you can expect 20% savings on your monthly heating bills.

If you are considering this option check out Floor Heating Online. They are  specialist in underfloor heating and one of the leading underfloor heating companies in the UK, with a wide range of products and accessories. The company supplies cost effective underfloor heaters, floor insulation and heating mats for your home.  There’s lots to consider, so make sure you check out the many options including: Water Underfloor Heating, Electric Underfloor Heating, Laminate Underfloor Heating, Tiled Underfloor Heating, Bathroom Underfloor Heating, Conservatory Underfloor Heating, Carpet Underfloor Heating, Screed Floors, and Solar Heating.

Living in Boulder Colorado area, my family recognizes the power and value of WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms).  WWOOF has an important role helping people understand the intricate relationship between food and the environment and giving people an opportunity to volunteer on organic farms.

But what does WWOOF do?  The organization connects eco-minded people who want to volunteer on organic farms with organic farmers who are looking for volunteer help. In return for volunteering, WWOOF hosts offer food, accommodation and opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles.   WWOOF is a worldwide organization with global impact.  They provide opportunities for volunteers who want to see the world while making a positive contribution to changing it.   (Some countries require work visas, American Visa, or tourist visas while some do not require anything since the work is volunteer based. In the end, the big winner is the environment.)

WWOOF is recognized as having an important contribution to make in the wider organic world as it brings more and more people into direct contact with organic growers both independently and through other organizations who are trying to influence policy and consumer demand. Through its newsletters WWOOF organizations inform their members of organic news, views, jobs and training.

Definitely take a moment and check them out.  Donations of time and money are welcome!

17.75″ tall figural dragon Amphora vase sold for $3700 in September 2009. This one is signed on the bottom with the crown mark as can be seen in the photos. This is a design from RStK factory dating from the 1890’s. This has the nice large dragon wrapped around the piece with hand painted trees on the body of the vase.

GUIDO GAMBONE Large Wild Boar from the 1950’s sold for $2600 in September 2009.  It has an inticate pattern in deep purple, white and green.  It stands 8 inches tall, 13 inches from mouth to the tail and 5.25 inches across the front legs .The bottom belly is marked with the donkey mark, Gambone and Italy.