Crystal Clear, Fostoria Glass Company, 1946

A sponsored film exploring the world of crystal glassware produced for students in high school home economics classes. The film shows a detailed step-by-step glassmaking process at the Fostoria Glass Company. Summary: While doing the dishes, sisters Betty and Jane break one of their mother's crystal wine glasses. After the accident, their brother Bill insists the glass can be replaced with a similar piece. He recalls a lecture on glass manufacturing, where he learned how glass is shaped, refined, and polished, and patterns are etched into the surface. Betty and Jane then visit a crystal saleswoman to replace the broken piece and learn how to inspect glassware before making a purchase. This 16mm film is from the Cinecraft Productions collection at the Hagley Museum and Library. For more information about the collection, please check out www.hagley.org/cinecraft Access to this item is provided for educational and research purposes only. If you would like more information, please contact [email protected]