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Gift Giving with Vintage Glass and Candy, Candy, Candy 8 Dec 2014 2:33 AM (10 years ago)

It is Christmas Time, let's have some fun with vintage gift giving. One of my favorite "go to" gifts is candy in a vintage glass dish. It seems so much nicer than just a dish, or just candy. The two together
seem like a party.

Sometimes you luck out with one that is specific for your occasion. I found the perfect little glass candy tray for a gal who loves

vintage decor.

It makes much more sense, and is more fun, to find vintage dish or item to hold candy and other gifts, like cookies, or pens, than to grab

something cheap.

There are a plethora of these clear inexpensive vintage glass dishes. It is no wonder they were (and are still) so popular, because they just make everything a bit better.

It does not have to be a candy dish either. I acquired a passle of Anchor Hocking Ruby Cups, that would make lovely little gifts filled with candy for teachers. They are easy and decorative when tied up in a small cellophane bag with a fetching bow.

We have a family member who collects glassware, and loves Hershey Kisses. It does not get any easier than this.

Most folks do not use celery dishes any more. Did they ever? What we do need though, is something to corral pens and pencils. Using a vintage or antique celery or pickle dish is a classier option than a pencil tray you can find at an office supply store. Here is a gift the insurance office secretary could really use and enjoy.

This porcelain Vintage Christmas Tree Dish by George Good is being included here with the vintage glass dishes, because it is shows just how perfect they are for gift giving.

I like it so much, that I am tempted to give it to myself.

A classic color for Christmas is Forest Green. There is an abundance of shapes and sizes of Vintage Forest Green Glassware available. This dish is a nice sturdy piece by Hazel Atlas, that you can use in a high traffic area. It is a perfect gift to use at work. We all love the office candy dish.

This Fire King Forest Green Charm Bowl has an entirely different look. You can see how I simply scooped all of my candy samples in to it. I could make the whole family happy by setting this out here at our place. Just think of the smiles I would get if I gave it to a family full of young folks. The bowl would also make Mom happy.

It has been fun sharing some fun ways to use candy and vintage dishes for gift giving. If you find the perfect piece with the Etsy Vintage Team and use it be sure to share it with us. You can never have too much inspiration.

Thank you for joining me. My name is Mary, and I run Mary Wald's Place, an Etsy store, where Antique and Vintage plus Knowledge and Care promise a great vintage shopping experience. It is a privilege to be a member of The Etsy Vintage Team. We are having so much fun this Christmas Time.

Meet our Members - Susan of T Party Antiques 29 Aug 2014 9:23 AM (10 years ago)

Can you tell us how you came to sell vintage?
It all started with a large and lovely collection of Lu-Ray Pastel dinnerware. Before we had children, my husband and I used those vintage relics as our everyday dishes. After the birth of our first child, we needed something more practical. Plus, space was at a premium in our tiny first home, so I decided to rent a small space at a local antiques shop. My huge Lu-Ray stash sold quickly and before I knew it, I was looking for more items to fill the space. Fast forward 10 years to when I opened my very own antiques shop and tea room which had a successful 5-year run from 2003-2008.

How did your Etsy shop begin?
When my tea room closed (my landlord planned to tear down the 1890 farmhouse that I rented and I was unable to find a suitable new location), I had a small amount of remaining inventory. So in October 2008, I decided to open an Etsy shop.

What is your favorite era?
I gravitate toward colorful, whimsical items from the 1930s and 40s.

What is your current favorite Vintage find?
My favorite vintage find is a Home Sweet Home embroidered picture of a sweet little cottage and garden. (I'm partial to cottages as I live in one myself!) I use the piece on the header photo of my Etsy shop, blog, and even on my website's home page. Plus, I had a friend draw up an embroidery pattern for the picture that I sell on Etsy.

Where do you like to hunt for your treasures?
Here, there, and everywhere! I love to go to estate sales where the house is chock full of a messy jumble of old stuff. It's such fun to root around and find a treasure! I also like to go to the Elephant's Trunk Flea Market in New Milford, CT on summer Sunday mornings.

What advice would you wish someone had told you when you first started selling vintage?
Hmmm, good question. I wish someone would have warned me how addicting it can be! ;)

and anything else you want to add??
Just that items filled with vintage goodness have good karma and imperfections that come from being well loved. They have loads of life left and I am thrilled to be able to pass them along to someone who will enjoy and appreciate them.

Meet Our Members - Carla from Nuggest of Goodness 22 Aug 2014 8:00 AM (10 years ago)

I began collecting vintage jewelry and handbags when I was in high school. Time went by and there so many pieces that I didn't wear, I decided to rework them into something new! As a jewelry maker it was a natural transition to combine the two passions, and Nuggets of Goodness was born!

My favorite era? I adore Art Deco, but my true love is Mid-century Modern! *swoon*
My current favorite Vintage find is a stash of 1950s French fashion magazines. The ads are AMAZING!

Where do you like to hunt for your treasures?

Thrift stores, antique malls, flea markets...every once in a while I run across a surprise at a garage sale. I'm not patient enough for auctions, although I've gotten some really great pieces that way!
What advice would you give anyone starting out?

Educate yourself. I worked for an appraiser for many years and he encouraged me to go to antique stores every chance I had just to look at everything and learn. Notice the decorative details, study in person how pieces are made. If you keep at it, eventually you will begin to recognize styles and spot reproductions.

And it's really fun :)

Plastic Kitsch to Plastic Chic 16 Aug 2014 5:28 PM (10 years ago)

One of my favorite projects for either my home or my shop is to take an out-dated piece of vintage decor and turn it into to something new and fun! The possibilities are nearly endless, but for this blog we are going to focus on painting plastics. It is relatively easy to find Homco and Burwood products at most thrift stores and flea markets here in Houston. For this blog, I have picked a large Burwood wall hanging sconce. This shape is a lot of fun, but the gold tone is not my favorite.

Your first step is to clean up your item. A little bit of soapy water and you are good to go. Give it a couple of hours to thoroughly dry. This piece is pretty large, so I hosed it off outside. Next, you want to gather your supplies.

1. Gloves

2. Respirator Mask (a dust mask does not protect from vapors)

3. Paper towels or a shop cloth

4.Turpentine

5. Plastic Primer

6. Your color choice (I still use paints made to adhere to plastic but it is not required when using a plastic primer)

6. A clear coat/sealant

7. A paint brush

It is really important that you are in a well ventilated area when using these products, especially if you do not have a respirator mask. The turpentine can poison you if you breath in the fumes.

After you have cleaned up your piece, you want to wipe it down with turpentine. You will need your gloves and your paper towels/shop cloth. Once you have wiped your treasure down, leave it sit for about an hour before you move onto the base coat/primer. Once you have waited the hour, before you apply your base coat, take your paint brush and give your piece a good brushing. This will remove any lose debris and dust.

The key to using spray paint is light, even strokes. Shake the can vigorously until the ball moves around in the can freely. When putting on your base coat, remember that you do not need to saturate the color. Spray a light coat, keeping the can about 10 to 12 inches away from your project, moving continuously. If you spray to close, or for to long in one spot, you will end up with runs (drips in the paint). Don't forget to paint the back! Here is how it looked when I completed the base coat.

Drying time varies depending on the climate in your area. Temperature and humidity levels will greatly impact your time frame. For Houston, where it is crazy hot and crazy humid, I triple the drying time that is stated on the can. There is dry enough to add another coat (about an hour in Houston time) and dry enough to handle (about 2 hours Houston drying time). With this plastic primer, one coat is good. If you are doing a drastic color change, you may want to consider a second coat.

Here is the 2nd coat of color:

Adding color is a little different, I generally apply 3 coats. This helps to avoid runs. Again, the trick is light, even strokes. Keep the can 10 to 12 inches away from the project piece and move continuously, careful not to spray in one spot for to long. I only used two coats of color on the back of the piece.

The final step is your clear coat. This requires 2 coats. The same method should be used as with your primer and color coats. I am crazy for a matte finish right now, so that is my choice. You can get clear, gloss or even high gloss, it is up to you.

Your project is done!

Meet Our Members - Second Hand News 1 Aug 2014 9:08 AM (10 years ago)

My love for vintage started at a very early age. I spent a lot of time with my Grandmother who had quite the collection of antiques and was constantly on the look out for unique pieces to add to her collection. She so patiently taught me by example and instilled in me a passion and respect for the finer things of our past. Years later, I was introduced to Etsy through a friend and found the perfect way to share my passion with others globally.

My favorite era is the 1950s-1960s. The vibrant colors, styles, culture and the overall way of life during this particular time period are so fascinating to me.
It's difficult for me to choose just one favorite vintage find but I'd have to say that coming across a set of pink chenille twin bedspreads (in perfect condition) and purchasing them for $1.00 a piece was my all time score of the century.

The hunt for vintage treasures gives me the biggest rush. The adrenaline really gets flowing when I hit a 50% off sale at the local Thrift Store, attend a flea market or even a neighborhood yard sale. I've also been blessed with the friendship of a man who is an antique dealer and often supplies me with wonderful vintage inventory to add to my shop. My attic is packed full of items that I need to list!
Research is the key to successfully selling vintage items. I spend a lot of time on the internet conducting research in order to price my items competitively and according to the market. I also spend a considerable amount of time photographing my items as presentation is everything and a good picture speaks volumes. What I find most difficult is focusing my product line. My advice is to find that niche, that one particular area that you are passionate about and offer items that reflect your personality.

Business or Hobby? by BeadtopiaVintage 24 Jul 2014 10:41 AM (10 years ago)

So -- you are selling on Etsy, or “thinking” of selling there. Will you be dipping your toe into the water, or plunging in full force? I knew when I joined Etsy, I wanted to have a business, and having had experience on another website for over five years, I knew the business could happen. However, I was skeptical to start on another venue and knew what it takes to have a real business -- so I started out by putting just ONE item on Etsy. It took about 3-½ MONTHS, but someone found it, and it sold! These Isadora Duncan etched glass drops were the first item I sold. I figured if they could find my “needle in the haystack”, if I really poured on the items for sale I could soar.

A hobby, by definition means “an activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure”. If this is your goal, then you may not be interested in learning the ins and outs of having a business. There will be no reason to fuss, worry or calculate how you prepare your listings and how many sales you will make. And that is just fine.

A business, by definition means “the practice of making one's living by engaging in commerce”. If you do decide to “kick it up” to a business here are some tips that have helped me…. and have made my shop one of Etsy’s top ten vintage supply sellers.

Ten Etsy Business Tips (in no particular order)

1. Clear, sharp pictures. If your picture does not look good to you, it does not look good to anyone else either. You are selling on-line. Make sure your picture looks like the potential customer is seeing it “in person”.

2. Make your listing title unambiguous. In the world of SEO, “blue glass antique necklace” will be found by a potential customer much quicker than “Emily’s blue dream fantasy necklace”.

3. Use those tags! Make sure you use a tag for every aspect of the item you are selling. A vintage iron pan can translate in “tag language” to: vintage cooking, vintage pan, iron pan, antique cookware, vintage cookware, antique fry pan, frying pan, iron fry pan, antique pan, iron cookware…..etc. Use as many words that relate to your item that can be found easily in a random search.

4. Answer convos quickly. And friendly. What may seem like an innocuous question can turn into a sale -- and even a big sale.

5. Mail your items quickly when sold. Speaks for itself.

6. Put new items on as often as possible. You will establish a customer base, and believe me after a while they will jump like a shark on your newest listing.

7. Network. Use social media…. tell your friends. Use everything available -- most of it is free.

8. Keep your shop fresh. Rearrange the items. Move stuff out that has had no views or that has sat there for three months with hardly a view. Keep it moving.

9. Customer service is #1. Without my repeat customers I would not have the business I have today.

10. Don’t give up! It take time to establish a business, and you have to be self motivated.

Yes, I work at least 40 hours a week. This is my job and I love it. Whether you choose to have a business or hobby, Etsy is a real platform for opportunity.

Written by Beadtopiavintage

Fun with Board Games 9 Jul 2014 7:25 AM (10 years ago)

Board games transcend generations, they allow adults to relive their childhoods and give them a vehicle to create bonds with their own kids. Board games are a chance for people to unplug and relate to each other while having fun! As a seller, my family and I are sure to test drive every board game I sell. Sometimes, we end up keeping them, it happens….

Board games have been around for thousands of years. The oldest known being an Egyptian game called Senet. This game has been found in tombs dating back to 3500 BC. Although the rules of the game are long gone… lost to time….some historians have pieced together the game. There are a few different versions; however the objective is the same, be the first player to move all of your pieces from the board following a few basic rules.

Board games have always been a popular part of human history, but for Americans they really boomed during the depression. Families were painfully poor and entertainment was definitely on the list of expendable expenses. This was when a lot of board games really gained their popularity, one of the most well known of course being Monopoly. It was also a common practice in this time for families to create their own board games. My family did not have a lot when I was a child in the 1980’s and I believe this led to my love affair with games. We always had board games as they were a way that during Christmas, instead of buying 2 gifts, one for each kid, my parents only had to buy one.

As an adult, my love of board games was rekindled with vintage games. I am particularly drawn to the games from the 1950’s to the early 1980’s. The graphics are incredibly fun and the games range from very simple like Mastermind to incredibly complex like Microdot. My personal collection started about 10 years ago while at an estate sale. I found 3 flawless vintage games, “Clue” from 1959, “Booby-Trap” from 1965 and “Microdot” from 1975. I love collecting, so the only way I keep from moving into hoarding is by having designated areas that my collection fits into, once it over-flows, it is time to cull! When it is time to sell a game or two, I often start by posting on my personal Facebook page to give my friends the first shot. This way I can avoid the photographing, posting and fees that go along with my shop.

There are some things to look for when buying board games. The very first thing is to ensure the pieces are all there. Even one missing piece and your game has little to no value to a collector. Most games will have a list of contents in the first paragraph or two of the instructions, you always want to make sure that the instructions are present as well. How does the board look? Is it firm? Are the graphics still bright? The condition of the box is also relevant when taking into account the resale value, particularly if the corners are split.

If you are going to sell vintage games, there are a few things to keep in mind besides condition. When listing a board game, you want to talk about condition, graphics and objectives. If you have played the game, it is good to relate your experience. Photographing board games can be very challenging, but they are definitely rewarding photos. Some of my game shots have been my very favorite of all time in my shop. You can create some really interesting angles and compositions. When thinking of pricing, you of course want to take into account what you paid, condition and what the market reflects. There is an amazing site called BoardGameGeek.com where you can find all things game. I do not think there has been a single game that I have not been able to read about there. The final thing to take into account is shipping. Many game boxes are quite large. If the box is very firm, to save the buyer shipping cost, I will often reinforce with some cardboard and wrap in a few layers of bubble wrap paying special attention to the corners.

Now go play a game!

How to Clean Vintage Pottery & Dinnerware 7 Jun 2014 7:04 AM (10 years ago)

By Mary Wald of

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MaryWaldsPlace

Back in Jane Austin's time tea cups were so valuable, that the lady of the house would wash them herself instead of entrusting them to the servants. While we don't have to worry about being that careful nowadays, antique and vintage items sometimes require a little extra care. Today I would like to address pottery and china dinnerware. They are my first loves. Join me for some tips at restoring and maintaining your fabulous vintage finds and treasures.

Some times a great find will entail a great deal of work. Maybe your grandmother was like mine, and fried everything. Not fun things like twinkies, but chicken, and chops, and other meals . She was not so great at the cleaning the film that developed on everything sitting in the kitchen, bless her heart. I learned early on that soaking is wonderful. Soaking china and glassware in a plastic tub of dish detergent and water can do wonders. Leave it for a few hours, or overnight, and the grease will slide away. Add a few cups of vinegar to the bucket, and it will work even better. For extra delicate items it is nice to lay a towel in the bottom of the tub or sink. That way they do not clink against the bottom. Do not soak any painted items, or pieces with wood parts.

The parts of the pottery and china not covered by the glaze may be a little harder to get clean. Scrubbing with some "Barkeepers Friend" works wonders. Barkeepers Friend is fabulous. You can scrub on glaze and glass without hurting the finish. It can even get out the brown baked on stuff from kitchenware, and gray marks from rubbing against metal.

Keep in mind that it will rub off anything that is not under the glaze. This includes gold and platinum trim, actual paint, and the prints fired onto glassware. If you do not know whether a pattern or decoration is safe to use it on leave it alone until you ask someone. Better safe than sorry.

One of the most common things to deal with is lime build up. It occurs in vases, pitchers, and up around the inside edges of planters. There is a magical, mystical, non-toxic substance that will dissolve it, vinegar. Yep, plain old vinegar. I buy it by the two gallon jugs, because it so handy.

If an item has heavy lime, as vases often do, fill it with vinegar, and soak it for awhile. If it has heavy build up you can even leave it for hours. You can fill the bottom of a bucket with vinegar, and place a planter upside down in it in order to get up around the edge where the buildup often is. If you forget it overnight, or even for days that is just fine. Again, do not soak items that have paint, metal, or wood parts.

Those of us who actually drink tea are stuck with the chore of cleaning out our teapots. Tea leaves a residue and stain on the inside of teapots. If you pick up a vintage teapot somewhere, and the insides are brown, you know why.

Here is my handy dandy trick for getting rid of it. Efferdent tablets! Pop a couple in at night after you have filled it full of water, and wash it out in the morning for your morning cuppa. Make sure that the soaking pot is out of reach of pets and children for safety's sake. I am not sure whether Efferdent tablets are safe for items with crazing, so check first before using them on crazed items.

What is crazing you ask? It is the fine web of lines in the glaze that appear in many vintage and antique items. Items with crazing are fine to use for decoration and dry storage. Vases with crazing are fine to use also. Simply be aware that anything you put onto, say a crazed plate, will seep down into those cracks and stain the pottery or porcelain underneath. Crazing is irreversible. There are myths that you can melt it back together. That is not true, and an oven may make it even worse. Putting vintage pottery and dinnerware in the dishwasher can cause crazing, so just don't do it. Your auntie may have gotten away with it, but is it really worth the risk? Another myth is that you can bleach the stains away. While it may lighten some for awhile, the bleach actually starts eating the pottery away right under the glaze. Sounds scary right? Don't bleach crazed items, it is simply crazy.

What if there is a box of the most adorable orphan, shabby chic tea cups and saucers at a flea market, that would look oh so cute at the next party, do you use them? Of course! Unless, there are cracks. Cracks can not be fixed, sorry. Add some steaming hot tea, and they could pop right apart, burning someone in the process.

However, they are absolutely lovely decorations. In fact I have been known to snap apart a cracked tea cup, just so I could glue it back together to put a teeny tiny plant in it to grow.

Glued items can be unsafe for food use, especially if you do not know what kind of glue was used before the item came to you.

There you go. You have washed and polished, and earned yourself a nice cup of tea. Unless of course you simply do not have time for cleaning and that sort of thing. In which case head on over to etsy.com, and search under "etsyvintageteam". etsy vintage team china There you will find all sorts of quality vintage pottery and dinnerware items, that reputable sellers have already cleaned up for you. No fuss, no muss!

Meet our Members 28 May 2014 1:56 PM (10 years ago)

1)Can you tell us how you came to sell vintage? and 2) And how your Etsy shop began?

Many years ago, my husband-to-be introduced me to the world of antiquing. He had been going to yard sales and flea markets since he was a teenager and by his early thirties had amassed quite a collection of primitives. Two decades later, our home is jam-packed with our mutual love of all things distressed, crazed, and chipped. But we can't keep everything we find -- we do NOT want to be featured on a Hoarder's show! My husband had a booth at an antique store at one time and we do local vintage shows in addition to my two online shops.

3) How did you find your shop name? I brainstormed a long time to come up with my shop's name. I wanted something fun and it always gets a giggle, but sometimes I think it's too long!

4) What is your favorite era? I love the look of the 1920s-1940s, although being addicted to Mad Men has given me a new appreciation of the (early) 1960s.

5) What is your current favorite Vintage find? My favorite current vintage find are typewriters. I seem to be the typewriter whisperer, as I find many of them at yard sales. I've always loved them, and we've had two or three displayed in the house most times, but there really isn't much room for a collection. My husband wonders why I can't collect postcards! ;)

6) Where do you like to hunt for your treasures? My favorite place to hunt for treasures are outdoor flea markets and yard sales. Before we sold we used to go to antique stores all the time but I find it harder and harder to shop retail now. I don't usually have much luck at the thrift stores in my area, but yard sales are my happy place. Although I worry we may have shopped every house in the neighborhood!

7) is there any single item you have found that you can not list - what do you love about it- I listed one of my antique dress forms (there are 4 displayed in my home) and it eventually sold. As I struggled with the shipping issues, the buyer asked me to cancel the transaction. I gratefully did so and immediately deactivated the listing. I had seller's remorse and was relieved I could keep it! (There is one that is less old than the others and will be coming with us to our next show).

8) What advice would you wish someone had told you when you first started selling vintage? My advice to new vintage sellers -- don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Even though I don't naturally gravitate towards the look of the 1960s/1970s, that era is very popular to collect now and sells big. If I see something I personally wouldn't buy but I know a lot of people like, I will take a chance on it. And I don't have to worry about buyer's remorse!

Meet our Members - WonderDIVA 3 May 2014 5:42 AM (10 years ago)

My shop name was the name I used as a buyer, and it comes from a nickname a friend gave me, because I like Wonder Woman. I started my shop when Etsy didn't allow sellers to revise shop name, so I decided to use my shop name to reflect my love of the 1920's and 1930's and the glamour of that era.

I came to sell vintage because I had a collection of antique jewelry and vintage jewelry that I hadn't worn for a very long time. I was on Etsy as a consumer and decided to start selling my jewelry. I found that I enjoyed selling vintage, and the rest is history.

My shop "about" page goes into how I love the 1920's and the design movements that I love. I've loved those styles since I was very young... 1920's and 1930's movies always fascinated me. Predating that era, I also really love the Glasgow School of the Arts and Craft Movement... some of the most beautiful design work ever!

My current favorite vintage find is a framed photo of a little boy and girl -- probably brother and sister -- that is from the early 1900's. The children are truly beautiful, the pose is adorable and the little details of home in the background are wonderful. I had a fellow vintage seller send me a convo to say that it made her eyes well up with tears to look at it.
I hunt for treasures at estate sales and flea markets. There are two excellent estate sale companies in my town,and they make treasure hunting a very pleasant process. I keep saying I'm going to start attending farm auctions, but it hasn't happened yet.. maybe this summer!
I have four Christmas cards that the art nouveau illustrator Dugald Stewart Walker drew to send to friends -- the cards apparently came from the estate of someone who knew Walker. I don't know if any other copies of the cards exist outside of a few private collections. They are gorgeous, and Walker is one of my favorite illustrators, so I truly cherish them.

I actually got a lot of good advice because in my first job out of college, I met a coworker who was a hardcore antique and thrift store shopper who taught me so much about enjoying the process and looking for a diamond in the rough. Her process was to have fun, relax and if you found something, that was great -- but if you didn't, there is always next time!

Marcasite Jewelry 8 Apr 2014 4:26 PM (11 years ago)

Made from Pyrite, also known as Fool's Gold, Marcasite jewelry is one of the prettiest class of jewelry available on the vintage market. Known since ancient times, Marcasite jewelry is often set to a sterling base and in Art Nouveau designs. Marcasite jewelry is made from many, many small stones of Pyrite, a form of iron disulphide, cut into facets that make the jewelry sparkle and shimmer.

Courtesy of SoCalJewelBox

Made popular by Queen Victoria when she wore it, along w/her mourning clothing, after the death of her husband, Marcasite jewelry often has a Victorian flaire. Designs range from lockets and flowing brooches, to figurals and animals.

Courtesy of scdvintage

Generally speaking, more modern pieces have glued in stones, while older pieces are hand set w/in the base of the jewelry. When shopping for Marcasite jewelry, it's best to choose marked pieces to ensure quality and grade of base silver.

Courtesy of SanDiegoJewelryShop

Pyrite, metaphysically speaking, is associated with the Zodiac sign, Leo, and has calming, healing, balancing properties. True Marcasite, on the other hand, is another form of iron disulphide, but it's structure is more brittle and less stable for jewelry making. Marcasite and Pyrite, as metallic stones, are also thought to bring one financial fortune.

On the left: Marcasite; on the right: Pyrite
Courtesy of http://www.wire-sculpture.com

Meet Our Members! Tim and Kim Show 30 Mar 2014 7:12 AM (11 years ago)

1)Can you tell us how you came to sell vintage?

Tim and I had a retail store where we designed and manufactured the mens sportswear. We started collecting vintage Hawaiiana, surf and beach memorabilia to use as decor props.

2) And how your Etsy shop began?

I was scouting for vintage items to use in client's interior design projects and kept running across awesome vintage items that were not right for my clients but too good to pass up. Our house couldn't hold any more so I decided to open the Etsy shop to share the amazing finds.

3) How did you find your shop name?

Tim and Kim Show is a nickname that we have become known as a couple. While I still take on interior design jobs and Tim works in real estate, the etsy shop is a venture we are enjoying together.

4) What is your favorite era?
1950's, hands down!

5) What is your current favorite Vintage find?

We are getting ready to list an amazing mid century room divider that has built in lights. We found it in a lighting store that has had it for over 50 years, original tag and all. They were really using as a display shelf for other items but we asked if they would sell it to us. We were elated when they agreed!

6) Where do you like to hunt for your treasures?
We scour for treasures all over Florida; estate sales, auctions and thrifts.

7) is there any single item you have found that you can not list & what do you love about it?

We have two and they are both lighting fixtures. One we listed for a short period but I deactivated it when it struck me how heartbroken I would be if it sold. It is a teak hanging swag pendant that has a lace fabric inner shade. I've never seen one like it! The other is teak floor lamp made by Woolmus in St Petersburg, Florida in the 50 or 60s. I just fits with our other pieces so perfectly!

8) What advice would you wish someone had told you when you first started selling vintage?

A master photography class would have been a godsend. If the picture doesn't look good, it doesn't matter how great the piece is

New Member Spotlight 24 Mar 2014 4:23 AM (11 years ago)

Kateblossom

Shabby chic gypsy eco prairie romatic custom

The Etsy Vintage Team proudly welcomes one of our newest members Kate from Kateblossom!

Kate brings new meaning to taking the old and making it new. Her up-cycle clothing creations are truly one of a kind masterpieces! Each item Hand-died, Hand-sewn, and embellished with fine vintage linens, lace, and/or buttons. Each selection tells a whimsical tale and perhaps peers into Kate's very own childhood dreams. You cannot help but to stop and smell the proverbial roses while browsing her shop. It sparks your own imagination (which is just fine with her). Shes happy to work together with her shoppers & help them create a custom masterpiece.

Meet Kate the owner and creator of Kateblossom!

"Hi Sweet Friends! I am Kate and I live in North California with my dear Husband. I love to create unique, earthy, ethereal, sometimes edgy, carefree, fun, country, chic, farm, bridal, ranch, cottage clothes for women and children.. casual, yet with a touch of elegance. I love God, and his Son Jesus, His Word....and pleasing him every day is my goal. What a blessing that he is our creator. "

vignette

noun \vin-ˈyet, vēn-\
: a short piece of writing, music, setting, etc which clearly expresses the typical characteristics of something or someone

Den with multiple VINTAGE VIGNETTES

To express the characteristics of ourselves, of our personality, in our environment is what makes a house a home. To take a raw space and to interject a bit of who we are, of what interest us, of what lives in our soul, will breathe life into a home like no other diy project. The mix of new and old, handmade and industrial, reflective and matte will blend into a harmonious whole when grouped in aesthetically pleasing combinations. You can have several layered vignettes throughout any room in your house. The key is that there are elements that express who YOU are, not only what is currently trending. By all means, add touches of the color of the moment or include the trend of the season but it is the pieces that speak of you and your family that will be what make the room HOME.

Industrial Cart

Details: Glass, Paper, Metal, Chalkware, Wood
Handmade, Nature, New Vintage

The concept of design vignettes will work across all architectural themes, interior decor styles, eras and design fads. While our family's personal style is a conglomeration of beach shack, mid century and industrial, you can take the concepts of design vignettes in any direction that suites your design sensibilities. Just be sure it makes your heart sing!

Storage Dresser / Bar

Details: Light, Height Variation, Texture Variation, Tray Base

Note: Service Bell "Grandma please come. The sick bell given to us when Grandma cared for us.
Lamp has built in night light behind perforated base for wonderful evening ambiance.

While I am not a huge believer in following design rules, some basic concepts can prove helpful... just don't let them constrain your imagination.

Balance, whether you choose to go symmetrical or asymmetrical
Go with the "odd" addition every once in a while... it adds a spark of fun
Layer the heights
Combine textures
Variety of scale / size
YOUR personality
Mix of styles and eras

Industrial Library Cart, Mid Century Cruise Ship Clock, Mid Century Teak Lace Swag Light

Details: Vintage Books, Design Mags & Personal Mementos

Now you may not have decor pieces coming and going like I do as a vintage reseller, but you should hone your merchandising skills all the same and keep the things moving! Now that you have created a vignette that you LOVE, live with for a while then break it down and CHANGE it out! Yes, I know that seems counter intuitive, but if you keep moving your items around your home in new and fresh vignettes, you will find that you focus on and appreciate belongings that you hadn't noticed so much before. Our possessions do not define us but they certainly can speak to what we hold dear.

(Hint: take a picture of your favorite combinations in case your want to go back to it down the road).

Add details in unexpected places, like picture frames.

Use serving pieces as decor vessels in every room, such as teak salad bowl & woo, brass and glass cloche.

Bottom line, have fun and express yourself!

We would love to see your vintage vignettes. Please share in comment section below!

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Kim Willson - Tim and Kim Show curates and sells a well rounded selection of VINTAGE MID CENTURY furniture, lighting, home decor, housewares, barware,and more. We also stock items representing Hollywood Regency, Industrial, Shabby Chic, Boho and other styles. Items found from scouring the sunshine state, Florida - a real treasure trove for vintage lovers!

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Ten Killer Tips for Attending a Sheriff's Auction 1 Mar 2014 2:00 AM (11 years ago)

So you want to attend a Sheriff's auction. I'm talking about a personal property auction not a real estate auctions held on the courthouse steps. Sound intriguing? Not only does it sound interesting but I have it on good authority that items go for cheap—dirt-cheap. Pickers of vintage goods need to buy low and sell high. I’m going.

I often bring my mom along with me for some quality mom and daughter time. She is as enthusiastic about searching for treasures as I am. We make a good team when we aren’t shouting at each other about directions and my propensity for ‘curb hopping.’ Without further jabbering, I’ll let you in on the secrets to a sheriff’s auction.

1. Get there early. It may or may not be crowded but regardless there are very few chairs. Auction attendees mostly mill about or prop against a wall. You will also need to get a bid number. I did notice people arriving late but they were still able to get a bid number.

2. Wear comfortable clothing. Especially shoes. You will have an opportunity to dig through items.

3. Stand or sit next to people who know what they are doing. We formed an immediate camaraderie with our little contingent of auction attendees. Five total strangers rooting for each other, the ‘regulars’ whisper tips to mom and I, such as: “stop bidding, the person you are bidding against will not quit.” Or “Bid on the table, its very good.” Our helpful neighbors are not storeowners but what I’d call, ‘auction zealots.’ They love a good auction but not dealers from out of town. Luckily, I have a home in Blaine County or I’d be kicked to the curb.

4. A regular (usually a dealer) will always start the bid. It’s not a rule but it worked that way at this auction. Anyway, don’t worry about starting the bid.

5. Bids start between $1.00 and $10.00!!!! I’m not kidding, however I’m sure its different at all auctions depending on the inventory and the county.

6. The auction will most likely go all day long. Not joking, but don’t worry, you can cash out at one-hour break intervals. Cashing out is quick because the auction clerk records a finished bid as soon as it’s made. I checked out at the end of the day in five minutes.

7. This is not a professional setting like an auction house; there isn't an official auctioneer. The sheriff assistant will hold up an item like a hatchet and ask, “how much for this hatchet?” That’s it. As a side note, my mother became so excited about the low prices that she bid on — well she bid on the hatchet. I hissed at her. “Mom, stop this instant, what do you need a hatchet for?” I’m still mulling over her response. “I need a hatchet for the back of my motorcycle.” No my mother is not crazy and she USED to own a variety of motorcycles but she is long past rides in the backcountry and camping in the woods. Apparently, it's a very fond memory because she wants another hatchet for her long gone motorcycle. It's fortunate that no motorcycles are up for auction. My mom simply succumbed to a sort of ‘auction frenzy.’ It can happen.

8. Be prepared to pay with cash or check. No credit card. There is no auction fee.

9. Personal property auctions happen because someone has not paid their debt. The property is seized and auctioned by the sheriff. The debt is made whole to the person owed the money within days. This is the system in Blaine County, and I would imagine elsewhere. The auction stops when the total cash amounts to debt owed, in this case, $14,350. Done.

10. And finally, I asked three people in charge about the remainder of goods not auctioned. I have no answer as of yet.

Have you been to a sheriff's auction? I'd love an answer to tip number ten. Auctions are loads of fun with all sorts of interesting attendees. I purchased ALL of the pictures below for $40.00. The frames alone are worth the price I paid.

Feel free to post YOUR auction finds and a link to your store in the comment section.

Etsy Apps and Protypes 18 Feb 2014 11:08 AM (11 years ago)

Just wanted to let everyone know about some useful things Etsy and others offer -

I know I have told everyone about Enhantsy - (which is no longer free, but for $2.49 a month it is better than paying for ads)
http://www.etsy.com/apps
apps are made by other people to work with Etsy, but are not made by Etsy
Explore the options some seem really good!

Craftcult http://www.etsy.com/apps/6290520/craft-cult-treasury-widget
Make a Treasury widget and more ...

http://www.etsy.com/apps/1660255685/1-free-bulk-listing-editor-betsi-lite
Key Features:
• Manage Active Listing Titles, Descriptions, Prices (supports Normal, Digital, and Variation Listings), Quantities, Shop Section linking, Taxable flagging, and Request Custom Job flagging.
• Flexible Filtering by Shop Section &/or Categories
• Instant Text Search by Titles &/or Descriptions as you type
• Key information at your fingertips
• Review Changes before Sending - Unique!
• Free and Friendly customer support

For more detailed information, please check out our Features page: http://www.blugrin.com/Betsi/Features

http://www.etsy.com/apps/4789429873/respondify I would be cautious with this one - Etsy likes to be the spammer of customers - they frown on contacting customers directly - unless of course its a negative review and then you have to work it out ...

http://www.etsy.com/prototypes?ref=si_prototypes
Protypes are actually made by Etsy and it usually is something they are trying out (without running it on the entire site first)
Taken from the Prototypes page
Prototypes are projects from Etsy Admin that explore different ways of using Etsy.
Each prototype is released with the goal of gathering data and observing how people use them.

Note: Given their nature, these projects may come and go at any time, and they may not always work as expected. Etsy offers limited support for prototypes.

I really like the Similar Item Search http://www.etsy.com/teams/12032/similar-items-in-search-results
When I am researching something or doing a treasury I can find an item I like and this shows up and I can see all similar items

and the shipping profiles - this lets you add upgrade charges as an item - which used to be against the rules - having shipping charges as an add on item but with this you can offer regular standard shipping and customers can add on priority or Express upgrades
http://www.etsy.com/teams/17793/shipping-upgrades-and-shipping-profile

By Patti from Fleaosophy

DIY: Antiquing a Modern Body Form Tutorial (making your mannequin look French Vintage) 16 Feb 2014 5:44 AM (11 years ago)

Here is a great DIY Tutorial for Antiquing Body Forms!

What you will need:

freezer paper
printer
metal spoon (eating utensil size)
printer paper
Walnut Antiquing ink
painters tape
sponge
old white cloth
cloth style body form
Graphics (links on where to find them in this tutorial)

Most of us in the business are constantly looking for ways to improve our seller photographs. I wanted to upgrade in a BIG way, but without killing my pocket. I began by endlessly searching the internet for Antique Female Body Forms, and quickly realized they were pretty costly! Being the thrifty shopper that I am, I figured there HAD to be a way to take my modern form and make her look antique. I had purchased a female body form and stand from eBay a while back. She was looking a little worn, so I figured she would be the perfect trial.

First, I purchased Walnut Ink Antiquing Solution online. I was not sure how far it would stretch, so I purchased two. It turns out, a little goes a long way with this stuff!

It's important to protect your work-space and walls when using this product. It is ink and it WILL stain.

Next, I grabbed an old cloth and dampened it (not saturated). I began spraying the antiquing ink over my body form and then blending it in with the damp cloth.

Repeating all over the form until I reached my desired result.

For those of you not interested in adding French Typography, you could end your antiquing process here. Just make sure she dries all the way (give it a good 12 hours to be sure) before you dress her, or before you move on to the graphics. This is an example of what your form will look like dressed:

Next up... the French Lettering / Graphics

I was able to find some pretty good DIY tutorials on Typography Transfer from The Graphics Fairy. For this project, I used the freezer paper method. I also added some of my own steps via trial and error. Graphics Fairy also has some free mirror image French Graphics you can use. You will need to use mirror image for direct fabric transfer of letters and numbers. For those of you with a printer that you can set to mirror image, it's even easier! You can create your own lettering in word, use the font style you wish and print it on mirror image setting. This makes it easier for you to size your graphic as well. Otherwise, the Graphics Fairy will hook you up with what you need.

First, I took a damp sponge (again not overly saturated or the printer ink will run) and wet the area where I wanted the graphic. I especially like this method as it adds a small water stain to the form, creating more of an aged antique look. Later, I also added some water stains in various spots for character.

Next, Grab a sheet of your printer paper and your freezer paper. Glue the printer paper to the non wax side of your freezer paper. You can use an adhesive spray or a glue stick (I used a glue stick). Be sure they adhere (with no crinkles) and dry. This is an important step so your freezer paper does not get stuck in the printer. (don't skip it)

Cut the adhered papers to the size of your printer paper

And now you are ready to print! Remember to used mirror image typography for words or numbers. In one area I decided to purposely have my letters backwards for a unique touch. I used black ink, but I have heard red, blue and green can also be used. Place the paper in your printer so that it will print on the wax side and print!

You may quickly cut away the excess paper being mindful not to touch the wet ink. Very quickly and lightly tape the paper in place (ink side down) over your wet spot. Again, being mindful not to touch the ink. Then rub over the ink with the back of a spoon going in one direction. Use firm and even pressure.

Lift the paper to reveal your graphic! The sponged wet spots will dry and graphic is meant to have a faded / worn look. Repeat process on your form where you would like other graphics. Let the form dry all the way before dressing her. (Photos below are before form had dried)

Your Finished Product will look like this!

Even more stunning dressed!

By: RJ's This and That

Vintage Industrial Decoration Ideas

By: Melissa Delise Ruby

http://rjsthisandthat.blogspot.com/

Many people do not realize the advantages of decorating their homes with vintage items. Of course there is the Mother Earth friendly side to it (which is always a plus), the economic side, as well as a vibrant showcase of your own individuality. As I am hunting flea markets and old warehouses for industrial gems of the past, I scoop them up in excitement. Perhaps it's because I know something that the other passers-by don't. Those rusty dusty items are truly gems in disguise. I've decided to share with you a few great ways to decorate your home using vintage industrial items. You can create a modern and welcoming look, using not so modern items. You'll be sure to get lot's of "ohhhs" and "ahhhs" at your next get-together.

Vintage Signs as Decoration

For a fraction of the price, you can spruce up a boys room using vintage road signs! The best part is, it's a style that can grow with them as the years pass!

Railroad Signs for the train lover

Industrial flare for our industrious Teen's

Travel Signs for the car lover

Purchasing these signs is very simple and you can come across a variety of them online. Here are just a few I have found currently on sale. You may click the photo's below if you are interested in purchasing these signs or pricing them.

1970s Stop Sign, Huge Vintage Metal Traffic Road Sign

Vintage Industrial Salvage Aluminum Exit Sign Light

1920s High Voltage Electricity Sign Enamel Green and White Metal Industrial

Industrial Lamps

Do you know you can own lamps created from industrial salvage?

You can purchase them already created or purchase the material for a DIY project. You are left with a stunning, one of a kind addition to your living space.

Bedroom

Dining-room or Kitchen

Great Room

again, many of these ideas are directly at your fingertips for a fraction of the price it would cost you in a modern store! Here are a few I came across just today! You may click on the Photos below for price and location of these goods.

Vintage Hazard Lights Industrial Lighting Your Choice

Vintage green enamel industrial light shade Office lighting

Vintage 1950s Smith-Victor Industrial Camera or Movie Camera Light

Bathroom

Below are some examples from my own guest bathroom. I decided on the Americana theme with an Industrial flare (it's still currently a work in progress). These were all items I purchased online to create the theme. I used old door knobs as towel hooks, a rust bucket, shoe forms, a brass eagle plaque and various other finds to decorate. I pained the door knobs with metal paint and distressed.

Once more these items were found by the click of a mouse or a click of your mouse!

Primitive large galvanized tub - Worn and fabulous - 25 x 10 inches - Decor - Planter - Patio party fun

Vintage Glass Doorknob Set with Brass Plated Back Plates / Vintage Glass Door Knobs / Glass Doorknobs Victorian Through 1940s

Antique SAD Iron Detachable Wood Handle Victorian

Vintage Brass Eagle Ashtray or Paperweight ~ Dish ~ Small Tray ~ Mid Century Americana Tobaccoania

Flag Holders Antique Cast Iron GAR Civil War Veterans Woman's Relief Corps Memorial Day Patriotic Fraternity

Truly an exciting and original way to decorate!

Cool things I found to help run my Etsy shop 28 Jan 2014 1:40 PM (11 years ago)

As an Etsy shopkeeper; I am a big supporter of teams and making treasuries. I know a lot of people see treasuries or try to make one and it takes hours and hours. Searching for the right items, copying and pasting the links, saving it and then sending a convo to everyone that is your beautiful new treasury. UGH, it can be overwhelming!

My little secret, which isn't that big of secret anymore is ENHANTSY. Enhantsy had a few hiccups in the beginning and it works great now. I joined it and pay the $2.00 a month to use all the features, because I use it all the time.

It was free but as of January 27, it will be free for one week and then the charge will apply. Personally I think it is the best $2.49 to spend my money on. I think of it as advertising and promotion money. (I do not do the ads on Etsy - ever!) Since every time I make a treasury - and I mean every time, my views go up, my likes, and followers go up. I believe and my experience backs it up that treasuries improve the traffic to my store and in turn my sales improve. Also by making at least 3 or 4 treasuries a week, and that is a very very low estimate I am in turn featured in on the low side about 15-20 treasuries a DAY!


Treasury featuring EVT members made with Enhantsy

This application works directly inside Etsy, Enhantsy works by tightly integrating with etsy.com making enhancements and features requested by the Etsy community but not implemented by Etsy. Some enhancements are re-introducing functionality once present at etsy.com and since removed. Others are new ideas not (yet) implemented on etsy.com. Enhantsy sits at the top of your etsy.com pages and quietly rewrites them with new functionality. Once installed an Enhantsy link is displayed in the links across the top of the page. Clicking this opens a menu allowing you to toggle which enhancements are enabled and gives links to specific Enhantsy pages.

Here are some of the things you can do with Enhantsy - There are more!

Treasurease - what you use to make the Treasuries
Treasurease Clone - use an old treasury you made and CLONE it into a new treasury
Treasurease Convos - instantly send Convos to everyone in the treasury you just made!
First dibs - have all new stores and new items show up on your home page -
Canned Convos - have several Convos preset to send when you create a Treasury

Want to know if an item from your shop or a treasury you made has been featured on the Front Page?
check out Statsy - Featurator this will send you an email anytime an item or a treasury you made is on the Front Page - Statsy has some other cool features but I only use Featurator.

Another one is Craftcult.com CraftCult With this you can add treasuries to Blogs, webpages etc, use the widget. Also checkout the VAULT on CraftCult- you can look up treasuries your items have been featured in or all the treasuries you have made, you can do this in search in Etsy from the main treasury page too

Some other features but these are the ones I have personal experience with.

ShopValueCalculator.com
Here you can see top shops on Etsy, the estimated value of YOUR OWN STORE!, views and all sorts of great into. Don't get sidelined at the top stores, they may have lots of sales, but quite a few are very low value items. I don't know about you but I want to make sure I am making a decent profit on the sales as I have them and not selling tons of little stuff for $2.00 I see that as a time suck.

Then I just found Etsy Gadget This one is by donation, so if you love it you can donate to the author. I think the shop status is the best use of this site. With shop status it will sort your items by view and admirers, AND the best use is it will let you know if you are missing keywords. It doesn't tell you what keywords to use, but if you are like me you will have a bunch of items you renew over and over and they may have less than the 13 keywords.
You can also see where your products fall in search, and where your store falls when searched by keyword combinations.

Last one for now is Etsy Fee Calculator from Ecommercebytes.com

It will help price your items, this works for both vintage and handmade!

Just fill in the shaded fields. Review the breakdown of fees based on the data you entered.

If you accept PayPal or Etsy Direct Checkout, check the appropriate box.

Use Profit Calculator to help you price your goods.

You can also check ratings of online marketplaces, all kinds of them - and find some new ones.

Ratings

Another great thing is the Collector Corners Resources

Ecommerce Bytes has a ton of good info, and links to all sorts of great things - I haven't even scratched the surface.

Have Fun!

Vintage Pencil Sharpeners for Back to School 20 Aug 2013 4:47 PM (11 years ago)

By KatyO (VintagePDX)

For those of us with school age children, one of the more dreaded back-to-school tasks has to be sharpening the vast quantities of #2 pencils on the school supply list. A modern electric pencil sharpener is noisy, unreliable, and expensive, and a notebook-sized hand sharpener will drive you mad after the first pencil.

Behold! The affordable and reliable vintage alternative: an old-school, wall-mounted, hand-crank pencil sharpener.

Boston Sharpener from EVT Seller HappilyEraAfter

I grew up with one of these in our laundry room, and when I visited my grandmother, I discovered she had her own mounted on a post halfway up the basement stairs. A few years later, as my mother was closing out Grandma's house, I gathered up the sharpener, shavings and all, and put it in a Ziploc to take home. I couldn't bear to leave it behind. When our daughter was heading off to kindergarten, I finally put grandma's sharpener up in our laundry room. (I should add: I had to empty out 50 years of shavings I had carted around through 4 moves across the country.) Now our daughter can sharpen her own pencils. I'm happy to be spared the hassle of grinding down 40 yellow Ticonderogas.

EVT members have a selection of pencil sharpeners for your back-to-school needs. Here are a few other fun examples. The see-through body and angles make this one perfect for a machine-age office:

Futuramic Sharpener from EVT Seller Dentwood

The orange color of this Boston brand sharpener is perfect for a mid-century home:


Orange Bostonette Sharpener from EVT Seller VintageGypsies

And this Apsco has a sizing wheel to sharpen different size pencils:

Apsco Sharpener from EVT Seller wretchedshekels

Additional EVT Seller's sharpeners can be found here: EVT Sharpeners.

Add a practical new vintage item to your home this fall! You'll find pricing on vintage sharpeners is often less than a new electric model, and you get a higher quality product when you buy vintage. Just make sure to to take it with you if you move. One of my college friends bemoaned the loss of her family sharpener; she accidentally left it mounted in the pantry of her old home.

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Picnic Season 12 Jun 2012 2:14 AM (12 years ago)

by Susan Borgen (T-Party Antiques)

Now that the warm weather is upon us, don't you feel the urge to pack a picnic and dine outdoors? Whether you head to the seashore, a local park, or your backyard, having a picnic is the essence of summer. So welcome to picnic season!

Photo by Susan Borgen

Not only am I a fan of having an alfresco meal at the beach, I'm also a fan of vintage picnic tins. (I have a ridiculously large collection!) These relics have wonderful lithographed faux textures. Don't some of them look like they are really woven? And others have pretty flower or plaid patterns. I love the way they look when grouped all together. Plus, they are so useful for storage — and of course, for picnics, too.

Photo by Susan Borgen

Consider making your outdoor meal a little more Earth friendly by setting your picnic table with reusable dishes and cutlery. Most vintage plastic dish sets are dishwasher safe, are virtually unbreakable and will save you money, since you'll never need to purchase paper or plastic plates again. Plus, picnics are inherently low-tech, so vintage picnic ware seems appropriate, especially when you want to add a whimsical, retro vibe to the meal.

Check out these fun picnic items below, offered by members of the Etsy Vintage Team. Happy picnicking!

1960s Flower Power Cotton Tablecloth by Lagelle

Vintage Sunflower Plate and Cup Holders Set by LeasAtticSpace

Tindeco Small Oval Picnic Tin with a Fruit Pattern by Tparty

The Picnic Grounds Center Island Park 1908 Postcard by TheOldBarnDoor

Thermos Holiday Picnic Jug by TheNerdNest

1950s Wool Striped Picnic Blanket by Nachokitty

Vintage Ingrid Plastic Ware Cups and Plates by Shoptastic

Fresh Picks: For the Love of Dad 10 Jun 2012 5:42 AM (12 years ago)

We like to say vintage makes a unique, one-of-a-kind gift. But when it comes to Dad, you may ask how you can express your love with vintage? These finds are true treasures that he will cherish for many years to come!

by ReBopShop

Cocktail Shaker Ice Bucket M... LoveMyVintageB... $40.00	Mens Vintage Silk 1930s Neck... AnnaLeesAttic $24.00	Buren Imperial 21 Jewel Open... KentonCollecti... $215.00
Vintage Alabaster Horse Book... BirdinHandVTG $125.00	Vintage Schmidt Beer Cooler ... RedRiverAntiqu... $135.00	Vintage Mid Century Mod Bran... jenscloset $34.50

Treasury tool supported by the dog house

Fresh Picks: For the Love of Pansies 19 May 2012 3:30 AM (12 years ago)

A welcome cool weather joy, pansies have been celebrated in poetry and art since Shakespeare. Enjoy these pansy-inspired vintage finds!

by ReBopShop

Vintage Floral Bouquet Rhine... VintageCreeksi... $10.00	1992 - HANDMADE PANSIES BASK... FascinatingHob... $5.00	Breathless Necklace - Recyc... threepeats $22.00
Vintage Salt & Pepper Shaker... americanchina $18.50	Flowers Bloomers Vintage Ear... TrueColorsForY... $10.00	Dimensional Embroidery Vinta... VintagePDX $12.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio

Fresh Picks: God is in the Details 11 May 2012 3:48 AM (12 years ago)

The quote usually attributed to architect Mies van der Rohe is so apt for vintage clothing and accessories. These fabulous finds beg you to take time to savor the luscious detail that makes vintage so special!

by ReBopShop

Vintage Real Photo Postcard:... phunctum $20.00	Vintage Plaid Button-up Shir... powderedtoastg... $25.00	Retro womens clothing 1950s ... minicoops $49.00
Vintage Kimono Robe Red Silk... EmeliasCloset $38.00	vintage silk & rayon Dancing... PresenceRememb... $14.00	Vintage Antique Shell Purse ... KerryCan $40.00