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…
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Christmas season with decorations from the vintage past. Old or not so old, it
a fun way to personalizeyour own festive celebration.Shop The Gatherings Antique Vintage for lovely Christmas tree decorations such as the glass garlands,ornaments and Christmas greeting card as shown. Items shown are from the 1920sto 1950s era. Perhaps paper scraps ornaments embellished with…
Find beautiful antique and vintage ribbons in silk, satin, rayon and cotton, solid colors, printed silk water taffeta and many more ribbon offerings. Ribbon art of rosettes embellishments in fabulous designs, on all kinds of vintage textiles for crafters, designers, costumes, fashion, bridal, and DIY sewing.…
Are a collector of antique and vintage Halloween? Do you like the frightful scary things that go bump in the night? Or enjoy the happy faces of smiling pumpkins ready to decorate a party table. Whatever your pleasure, there are some fun things out there, such as this Luhrs cardboard die cut. Dating from the 1950's, Mr. Pumpkin Head wears his bow tie and bowler hat. With a grin on his face…
Oh, I love this delicate and dazzling powder puff purse from the Roaring 20's! Made of silk edged with lace and embellished with tiny rosette yardage, it is a piece of eye candy. The side is made of pleated silk, separated from the upper part, by a row of lace. Drawstrings at the top secure the opening of the dance purse. A round mirror forms the base. The condition is as excellent as…
