While I’ve never met Patricia, the owner of Desert Earth in person, we share a […]
Seller Spotlight – Meet Patricia of Desert Earth Jewelry
The Antique Handsaw Conundrum: Restore or Repurpose?
There are vintage treasures to be found in every workshop. There’s the workbench itself, with […]
Who Remembers These 1970s Snacks?
Foods come and foods go. Processed foods, that is. You might find broccoli in different […]
Now Trending: Specialized Skills
“A weed is a plant that has mastered every survival skill except for learning how […]
A Tale of Two Billikens
This is a tale of two Billikens. A story of love, loss, aging memories, and […]
A Vintage Classic: Irish Aran Sweaters
One of the most iconic legacy knits is the Irish Aran sweater, named for the […]
Now Trending: How Does Your Garden Grow?
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” […]
Now Trending: Love is in the Air
“I hope you don’t mind that I put down in words how wonderful life is […]
Collecting and Using Vintage Teacups
Decorative vintage teacups were at the peak of their popularity as collectibles in the 1950s […]
Old Fashioned Oatmeal, Nut and Raisin Cookies – the perfect snack
Are you hankering for a snack? A flavor from your childhood? I’ll just bet that […]
Now Trending: Well Rounded Vintage
“Like the circles that you find in the windmills of your mind.” — Michael Legrande […]
A Vintage Gift Guide: For Her Excellency
“Cinderella never asked for a prince. She asked for a night off and a dress.” […]
Bake an Easy-to-Make Spice Cake
I have fond childhood memories of spice cake. Warm from the oven and just glazed. […]
Nine Things To Try While Hibernating
Nine things to learn while you’re staying at home: Buy a cool chair, preferably one […]
Holiday Ham Leftovers? Make Ham Salad!
I love ham! We always buy the semi-boneless smoked variety from our local grocer. The […]
How to Pack and Ship Gifts Like a Pro
As vintage sellers, if there’s one thing we know how to do it’s pack and […]
A Vintage Gift Guide: For Your Flighty Friends
“Be as a bird perched on a frail branch that she feels bending beneath her, […]
A Vintage Gift Guide: For The Kid in You
“A man is getting old when he walks around a puddle instead of through […]
A Vintage Gift Guide: For Him
“The only difference between men and boys is the cost of their toys. ” […]
A Vintage Gift Guide: For Her
“Too much of a good thing can be wonderful. ” ~Mae West A vintage gift […]