Glass Beaded Floral Hexagon Hot Pad Nautical The mark on the bottom

The mark on the bottom "Real Ironstone" appeared on pieces made by the company during that period

which is the bottom when the tin is apart

Buyers of this particular type of box could then personalize it by painting

These originally came as a large piece of fabric which the purchaser could then cut out and sew together at home

Glass Beaded Floral Hexagon Hot Pad Nautical The mark on the bottomThis is a unique hot pad trivet, probably made in the 1960s. This hexagon shaped pad is made from blue, maroon, white and green glass beads that have a floral pattern. The pad is 5 3 4" x 5 3 4" and is in good vintage condition showing some light wear.