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…
I am always excited to find lovely vintage ribbon rosettes, especially because I love them so well! These pretties date from the Edwardian - 1920's flapper era. Thought I would share and showcase a few of this type of flower. Not only a treasure trove, but a testament to the makers of these lovely creations. Each of these rosettes are unique from any of the others. …
I thought this was really a fantastic piece of fabric from the turn of the century, 1900's 1920's. in Irish linen. Still with the original paper label, in unused condition. I am always amazed at the wonderful antique and vintage items that still can be found today, from long ago, which have the original boxes or labels. Still in pristine condition. such as this piece of linen yardage.A…
Do you remember cooking and baking with your mother? She teaching you the art of baking those special cookies perhaps? Following the recipe and measuring the ingredients correctly? Rolling of the dough, if cut out cookies were to be made. Each shape placed carefully on the cookie sheet for baking. Of course, the best part was the decorating of the cookies after they were baked. Oh, what fun!…
Team this great 1930's dress with a wide brimmed straw hat, or perhaps an adorable cloche, for a cool refreshing summer look.So typical of the 1930's with is flowing form, the dress is sewn of silk chiffon fabric in a red and white color. Clothing of the era were very feminine, soft lines, soft drapes. This dress states it all. It is of a simple construction with scoop round neck…
