Collectibles December 2005 Archive

If you're a collector, chances are you have a growing inventory of Christmas items and collectibles. In fact it's probably outgrown just a few small boxes that you can stick ... Read More

From Mike: "Some collectors wait on long lines outside their hobby shop’s door while others bombard their local Target or K-Mart store manager practically begging for them to bring in ... Read More

Robert Sabuda's pop-up books are always near the top of my list as picks for collectors. If you've never turned the pages on one, visit the book store and get ... Read More

They're a fun concept, small books to carry with you on the latest quest for collectibles. The field guides typically have several pages of introduction, including information on condition and ... Read More

Are now at McDonalds. Bobbi Boyd, Action Figures Guide has the list and dates for you! Great little gifts for the Narnia lover who might be too busy to ... Read More

It's a little on the high side for my dogs -- they're more into collars from Petsmart. Take a look at this excellent Dutch antique dog collar, a brass piece ... Read More

Winter time is great for getting the family together around the table and work a jigsaw puzzle or two. And it's even more fun when it's a subject that is ... Read More

I love watching Unwrapped on the the Food network and do so whenever I have a chance. Tonight is one show I won't miss. The Lytles and their Christmas cookie ... Read More

At first glance I wasn't too crazy about Rinker's latest book, "How to Think Like a Collector". It's actually a scary premise, thinking like Rinker. Without a doubt he is ... Read More

Are you finished or just getting started? Whenever we have a group of friends over during the holidays there are three questions that are always asked, numerous times, and not ... Read More

Each month eBay supplies us with the top ten list in buyer searches. It's an excellent way to gauge what is going on in the market and, of course, what ... Read More

These may not be your typical stocking stuffers, but I would love to get them in my Christmas stocking! These can make life a little easier, but if you're giving ... Read More

For the big kids on your gift list (or for yourself!), an autographed baseball is a great collectible and a super gift. This is our standard gift to a ... Read More

As a collector, I love collectibles magazines and know that I am not alone in that feeling. It's especially gratifying to find one that talks to you, covers just what ... Read More

Mike gives us his picks of the best from 2005. If you want to make someone happy, this is the stuff that should be on your holiday wish list, or ... Read More

Add a silver bell to your Christmas tree this year or give one as a gift to the child that still believes. According to the story of the Polar Express ... Read More

This inexpensive book was a very fun find. The book is small in size, made in an unusual manner, but has over 185 pages of images to enjoy. ... Read More

A new book just in time for holiday giving. "Collecting Vintage Children's Greeting Cards" by Linda McPherson is a fun look at those cards we got and loved as kids. ... Read More

Now this is a tree I would love to have in my living room, but at the rate it's going that's definitely not going to happen. "In honor of Disneyland’s ... Read More

Since we can't afford to give the real car, how about making your car buff happy with one of these terrific diecast pieces from Mattel? With over thirty models under ... Read More