I often wondered what the strange item was that on display near my future father-in-law’s chair was, so one day […]
Have You Caught the Vintage Bug?
If you’re reading this chances are you’ve caught the vintage bug. Meaning you have a soft spot for things that […]
Holiday Shipping Tips to Save Money and Avoid Delivery Delays
In the best of years, holiday shipping is best done early. This is not the best of years. Shipping costs […]
Researching Vintage and Antiques: Getting Context Through Patents and Catalogs
Researching vintage and antique pieces that are imprinted with a patent number or patent date doesn’t always do much to […]
The Definitive Ranking of Popular Lawn Ornaments
If you have a garden, chances are you have some decorations that aren’t plants in it. Whether cute critters or […]
5 Former Olympic Sports That We Should Consider Bringing Back
Sports come and go in the Olympics fairly regularly. There are the events that are here to stay (swimming, gymnastics, […]
Antique and Vintage Fashion is Alive and Well
If you swoon over the clothing in old films and books, then look no further than these designers and sellers […]
What’s The Difference Between Ruby, Ruby-Flashed, Ruby-Stained Glass?
Ruby red vintage glass is timeless. Whether designed for function or decor, it comes in all shapes and sizes in […]
Laundry Day the Vintage Way
April 15 is National Laundry Day. How will you celebrate? Probably by doing your laundry. The average person does 2 […]
Who Remembers These 1970s Snacks?
Foods come and foods go. Processed foods, that is. You might find broccoli in different colors and forms at the […]
A Tale of Two Billikens
This is a tale of two Billikens. A story of love, loss, aging memories, and a mysterious little charm. My […]
Collecting and Using Vintage Teacups
Decorative vintage teacups were at the peak of their popularity as collectibles in the 1950s and 1960s. The sweet details […]
5 Vintage Warning Labels that Need Warnings
Good instructions and good safety warnings are good things. And any good manufacturer will document any features of a product […]
The Tale of Two Verlys Glass Companies
How did an American company that started a French factory to make car headlights start making art glass? And how […]
Found Vintage: Osgood’s India Cholagogue
This found vintage story starts with a bottle from a patent medicine: Osgood’s India Cholagogue of Norwich, CT. The bottle […]
Found Vintage Story: Dandy-Line pottery
Have you ever found a note with something vintage that tells about its history? This butter bowl came with a […]
Found Vintage Story: a J.F. Howard Bottle
This found vintage story starts with an embossed bottle: J.F. Howard, Haverhill, MA. It’s a nice bottle with some lovely […]
A Vintage Classic: Paint by Number Paintings
Paint by number kits have been a favorite creative challenge for hobbyists of all ages since they were introduced in […]
Dry Clean Only? How to Hand Wash Vintage Clothing
Does a “dry clean only” label stop you in your tracks when you’re shopping for vintage clothing? Wish you could […]
7 Vintage Romantic Reads for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day means romance is in the air. Roses are everywhere. Chocolates too. We are entirely fond of roses and […]