Kitchen Reviews

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Anchor Hocking 16-Piece Annapolis Crystal Beverage Set

Made by Anchor Hocking

Set of eight 16-ounce coolers and eight 12-ounce tumblers
Rich attractive, textural pattern
Revival of 1930s Anchor Hocking Coronation pattern
Thick, durable, with heavy bottoms for stability
Dishwasher-safe for easy clean-up

Amazon base price: $9.99
List price: $24.99 (that's 60% off!)

Average review score:

High Quality

One of my favorite gifts I have gotten! These are exquisite and top quality glasses! I remember my Great Grandma had these in the Fire King/Anchor "Coronation" that is what attracted me to them. They are so beautiful and would work for any function. I plan on having them for a long time since they are such good quality. You cannot go wrong with this reproduction!!! Especially if you are into Cottage or Shabby Chic home decor. Go for it you wont be dissapointed!

great glasses

I bought these for [$$$]; so i can't complain about the price. they look and feel great. everyone in my family was shocked when i told them the price. They are thick and feel strong, not cheap. they have USA printed at the bottom, i don't know if that means they were made in the us but i like the fact that they don't say "made in China" :). i'm VERY satisfied.

Good quality, heavy weight glasses..........

We have had these for a couple years now and the only ones that have broken are ones that have fallen on the floor. These have held up well through dishwashing. They are thick and heavier weight glasses--not like the cheap ones that break easily. Great quality and a great price.

Anchor Hocking 6-Piece Bolera 11-Ounce Old Fashioned Set

Made by Anchor Hocking

Set of six 11-ounce Old Fashioned glasses
Lead-free crystal of exceptional clarity
Contemporary barware pattern
Thick, durable, with heavy bottoms for stability
Dishwasher-safe

Amazon base price: $12.99
List price: $29.99 (that's 57% off!)

Average review score:

nice and simple

I looked everywhere for a nice, simple design. I must have browsed hundreds of different styles. Anchor Hocking's Bolera set is just right - simple but not obviously. Apparently the glass is also pretty durable. I'm costantly dropping them, (not on purpose) and not one has broken yet.

The name needs to be taken into consideration as well. 'Anchor Hocking' sounds . . . adventurous.

Anchor Hocking 5-Piece Martini Gift Set

Made by Anchor Hocking

Set comprises 18-1/2-ounce shaker and four 10-ounce martini glasses
Delightful retro pattern: curvy soft-rib design integrates shaker, glasses
Shaker has chrome strainer top and cap for dripless shaking
Shaker stands 8 inches high, glasses 7 inches
Dishwasher-safe

Amazon base price: $29.99
List price: $42.00 (that's 29% off!)

Average review score:

You get what you pay for

My husband and I purchased this around the holidays. It was a great way to have a martini party, relatively inexpensive. However, the shaker leaks and the glasses are very fragile. While washing the dishes, I broke two of the glasses, from the stem. If you are prone to breaking things, either buy a heavy duty set or plastic martini glasses. This may not be the set for you.

Very Nice

I got a similar set (3-pc with shaker and 2 glasses). I agree with the other reviews about the shaker, it leaks a little bit. I suggest getting another shaker, but keeping this one around as a back-up OR wrapping a small towel around the leaky seam. I like the texture of the shaker and glasses. It's classy and not so overdone that it's tacky.

good martini set

glasses are awesome. They look great and they are larger than your average martini glasses. All my friends loved the glasses when I had a martini party.
The shaker looks great, but alas, it leaks all over your hands when shaken, despite having a seal. So be careful!!
But for this price, it's still a great buy.

Anchor Hocking 6-Piece 16-ounce Crystal Cafe Mug Set

Made by Anchor Hocking

Set of six 16-ounce mugs for coffee, mulled drinks
Lead-free crystal of exceptional clarity
Clean, contemporary pattern
Thick, durable, stable mugs
Dishwasher-safe for easy clean-up

Amazon base price: $14.99
List price: $29.99 (that's 50% off!)

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fragile.. fragile....very fragile...

I've had 6 of them for 1 month and one of them got lips chiped out already. (which one of the reviewer already commented that it happens often with these mug). It was sadly tossed out and now I'm worried they will eventually all dissapear out of my kitchen.

Keep them apart from each other when you wash them. The slightest touch will chip it out unexpectedly.

BTW: You can buy them individually at Bed and Bath Beyond for less price.

Tea every morning

I've been making my morning tea in these mugs for several years (no problem with pouring boiling water into them yet), and my mate has been using them occasionally for beer for just as long.

They work well for tea or beer - the thick glass and the raised foot help keep liquids at the right temperature, and sixteen ounces is a bottle or a long-steeping teabags worth.

My only problem with these is that the rims chip in the dishwasher. I dont' know if that's just my dishwasher, or because I put them next to heavy Arcoroc glasses, but I've found three so far with a slice taken out of the edge. (Which I then smooth down with a diamond wand). Anchor-hocking actually redesigned these to have a less flared lip a couple of years ago, so they may know about this problem. (The new ones chip too, just not as often).

Excellent mugs at an excellent price

My partner and I are very pleased with these mugs that look good and have the right feel about them. We use them for both coffee and for tea and the extra large size make them perfect. We have used them for about three months and have not found any problems with the lips chipping in our diswasher which another reviewer had complained about. The prices at Amazon are better than the same mugs at local stores. Just try to get free shipping! We are very happy with this purchase.

American Woods 30-Inch Cherry Oval Stool

Made by American Woods

Hard cherry with protective finish
Smooth, soft edges and sturdy four-leg construction
Stool measures 16 by 13 by 30 inches
Finger-jointed oval seat measures 16 by 11-1/2 inches
Crafted in the U.S.

Amazon base price: $59.99
List price: $90.00 (that's 33% off!)

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is this really cherry?

This stool, albeit well-made, is DEFINITELY not made from cherry. Maple or birch would be my guess. If you want a cherry stool to match cherry cabinetry, bypass this stool and look elsewhere.