The Bride's Tree Collection
Monday April 30, 2012
If you've been following my blog for any length of time, you already know how much I love to give collectibles as gifts. Yeah, I'm a maverick and rarely look ... Read More
Department 56
Sunday April 29, 2012
As a collectors you're most likely familiar with Department 56, even if you aren't a village collectors. But did you know how they got that unusual name or ... Read More
What do you grab when a tornado warning comes on TV?
Friday April 27, 2012
The terrible spring weather brought this question up. What would you grab after family and pets are safe?
When you live in a hurricane area, there is usually ... Read More
Mystery Antique of the Week
Tuesday April 24, 2012
I thought this was a wonderful way to take care of a chore. What do you think?
Circa: Possibly Late 1800s
Size: 22" high (approx)
Material: Wood
Do you know what this ... Read More
Samantha's Nutcrackers
Tuesday April 24, 2012
I love it when I find out about kids and their collections. It's always fun to find out just what got them started on their road to collecting and what ... Read More
Gifts for Mom -- Thinking Vintage and Budget
Sunday April 22, 2012
Now I'll be the first to admit that I love getting presents, don't get me wrong (just in case my kids are reading this), but the absolutely best presents are ... Read More
RIP Dick Clark
Thursday April 19, 2012
Dick Clark -- he was certainly a part of my teenage years, American Bandstand was a regularly watched television show. We all got to know Bob and Justine, the ... Read More
What's Your Best Find?
Thursday April 19, 2012
If you've been collecting for any length of time there is probably at least one item in the collection that stands out. Something that is notable for the price paid ... Read More
Mystery Antique of the Week
Tuesday April 17, 2012
Yeah, I know it's a bug, but what else is it used for? Submitted by Debbie H., this family antique dates back to the mid 1800s.
Circa: 1850s- 1870
Size: 10" ... Read More
My Favorite Advertising Characters
Friday April 13, 2012
I love all advertising stuff, old and new. My favorite collection is advertising cookie jars and have too many to count. A while back, when I read of the favorite ... Read More
Midwest Decoy Collectors Association
Thursday April 12, 2012
I'm impressed with any organization that manages to be well and thriving after just a few years, but over 40 years is amazing. If you're in the St. Charles, Illinois ... Read More
Learn More About: Mid-Century Modern
Tuesday April 10, 2012
We've all heard the term, but do you know what it really means. Or how the term Mid-Century Modern came into use? Guest Author L. Taylor gives us a brief ... Read More
Mystery Antique of the Week
Tuesday April 10, 2012
A beautiful piece of silver, that is actually up for auction today.
Circa: 1890-1900
Size: 4-3/4"
Markings: STERLING, 2876
Auction Estimate: $300 - $500
Do you know what this is?
THE ANSWER
Last week's ... Read More
Happy Easter!
Saturday April 7, 2012
Thomas Kinkade Passes Away at 54
Saturday April 7, 2012
Hometown Pride
American artist Thomas Kinkade passed away of natural causes on April 6, 2012. Kinkade was 54 years old and leaves behind a wife, four children and a huge ... Read More
Mystery of the Week
Tuesday April 3, 2012
A forum member posted their thrift store find, looking for more information. Apparently it is quite heavy duty and the very sharp prongs are sturdy enough that it would take ... Read More