Sneak Preview ~ Spooky Vintage Halloween Costume Wicked Witch Black Cat Decorations

Sneak Preview ~ Spooky Vintage Halloween Costume Wicked Witch Black Cat Decorations
Here's a sneak peek of "coming soon" vintage Halloween offerings from The Gatherings Antique Vintage.  Things that go bump in the night are always a delight, especially ephemera collectibles, such as the Beistle witch stirring her black kettle or the long neck black cat howling at the moon.  Both have fold out honeycombs. Interested in early vintage costumes?  Wow!  Here i...

From The Collectible World ~ Vintage Thanksgiving Decorations & Other Treats

From The Collectible World ~ Vintage Thanksgiving Decorations  & Other Treats
Paper mache turkey candy containers were a favorite party favor.  These colorful fowl  held small sweet treats for young at heart.......now, who couldn't resist... whether you are young or old.    There are many styles of these gobblers, from the 1950's type above, to the early type with metal feet. The best were made in Germany.   What could be more fun than this table de...

What Fun ~ A Pair Asian Oriental 1920s Sewing Doll Pincushion Composition Head Painted Features

What Fun ~ A Pair Asian Oriental 1920s Sewing Doll Pincushion Composition Head Painted Features
I just loved these dolls when I found them, really not knowing just what they were until I started to do some peeking.  Then I really was fascinated when I discovered the dolls were actually for sewing, with the bodies for a pincushion.  Also a compartment for a thimble and one for embroidery scissors.The pair are Asian, Oriental. Possibly of Japanese origin. Dating from the 1920s, the d...