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Antiques & Vintage Collectibles
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Collecting old things; heirlooms and new to you things! Companion to http://www.inherited-values.com/
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Deanna Dahlsad
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As I’ve said before, I like useful collectibles — and, because I don’t like anything to go to waste, I like to find new ways to make use of old things. Just because something is “old and just laying around,” doesn’t mean it can’t be salvaged or re-purposed. Like the vintage refrigerator crisper drawers, I knew these old wooden desk drawers I’d found could do something new and fabulous… Worn, paint-chippy wood is so charming! Immediately, I thought of the holidays and the need for low centerpieces which wouldn’t get in the way of seeing family and friends.
Deanna Dahlsad's curator insight,
November 26, 2013 11:41 AM
There's still time to make this for the holiday!
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The holidays are all about family and nostalgia -- and Thanksgiving is no exception. Many publications are talking about how hot antique and vintage decor is right now, including dishing up Thanksg...
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Atomic mid-century modern bowl made of pink enamel & gold-tone metallic on a metal bowl. The drizzles or splatters of gold against the pink make
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These photos were found in an article entitled Sit Down to Handmade Table Settings inside the October 1980 issue of Decorating & Craft Ideas magazine. Since the holidays are nearly upon us, and entertaining is ever-certain at holiday times, I thought these were pretty nifty.
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This is a beautiful antique glass frame with hand painted flowers and leaves! Some of the paint has worn away, but that only adds to its charm, in my opinion. The glass frame measures approx. 5.5" wide x 8" tall.
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This is just lovely
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6" TALL THIS WALL POCKET WAS ALL THE SHOW...BACK IN THE DAY. HAVE ONE FOR YOURSELF AND SHOWOFF HISTORY. IN GREAT CONDITION.
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Vintage Paint by Number? Oil Painting Red & Pink Roses with Aqua background
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1950s Kelvinator refrigerator. Runs ice cold!! Great for someone looking for the original 50s Iconic kitchen decor. Paint is good although has some
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Circa 1950s-60s Pair of Danish Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs. Newly upholstered in a smoky blue these Danish lounge chairs have a great
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It has a very odd shape — it looks different no matter what angle you look at it from. There’s spaces underneath for books, a tall slot at the back for your large-format Life and Look magazines, and the classic kidney-shaped top means it’ll both fit everywhere and not quite fit anywhere. Of course, we had to buy it.
Fast-forward a few weeks later...
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Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux have reportedly been visiting antique emporiums around Los Angeles as they kit out their new mansion with furniture...
"One of the most expensive items was an 18th-century mahogany rocking chair, which cost in the region of $1 million," a source told UK magazine Grazia. "It was apparently used by Founding Father Benjamin Franklin."
The insider reports that Jennifer fell in love with a $300,000 Georgian bookcase. Her fiancé 41-year-old actor Justin is also said to have grown fond of antiques, with his buys reflecting a more personal meaning.
"Justin's favourite piece was a longcase Tompion English clock from the 1660s, which was said to have been used by British royalty. He recalled his grandfather having a similar one and wanted something like it," an insider explained. "They're both extremely happy with all they've purchased, but they haven't finished yet. The house is going to be crammed with history by the time they are done."
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Papa Bear Chair & Ottoman, Danish Mid Century Modern, It is contemporary reproduction of the chair originally designed by Hans Wegner in
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Very cool and rarely seen 3-pc modular storage unit/bench by Paul McCobb for Winchendon. Part of the Planner Group line. This set is comprised of
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Another one of the Dolly Toy Company pinups, this one featuring a gun-toting toddler defending the stagecoach. OK, so many she’s not a toddler. …But then again, maybe the little girl is...
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At Antiques On Broadway, we have lots of pretty antique and vintage pottery pieces which are sure to brighten your home. There are antique crocks, unique stoneware kitchenalia, fancy tea cups for warming up with a spot of tea, and ceramic pieces with the florals and greens we are so anxious to see!
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This metal key hole escutcheon, drawer pull handles was made in Europe.
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We call these vintage mid-century mod side tables tibble tabbles. A lovely contrast between grey pearlized Formica laminate over natural wood
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Once upon a time, brightly-colored graphics on pressed layers of cardboard in the shape of characters from nursery rhymes, Mother Goose stories, and other childhood tales covered the walls in baby nurseries and children's bedrooms.
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March 15, 2013 4:51 PM
The story of vintage Dolly Toy Co. coardboard wall decor for nurseries and children's rooms. (Lots of pics, including vintage advertising, and a surprise celebrity!)
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I love cooking for family and friends, and as all the pros will tell you, food always tastes more flavourful when it's made with fresh herbs. This quick, kid-friendly project lets you get a head start growing an herb garden before summer comes and will afford the luxury of fresh ingredients year-round. And after a long winter, I'm starved for spring greenery, and these pretty tea tins, brimming with plant life, add welcome colour to a windowsill or kitchen shelf.
Deanna Dahlsad's curator insight,
March 6, 2013 8:56 AM
A great idea of recycling tins; even vintage rusted ones (in condidtions too bad to be desireable collectibles) can be used to add good taste and charm to your home. 
Bek Atkins's curator insight,
March 7, 2013 6:52 AM
This is an easy project that students of all abilities can achieve. This activity would develop skills in line with statements in the Australian National Curriculum: science - biological science for years F- 2. [(ACSSU002), (ACSSU017), (ACSSU211) and (ACSSU030).] These statements call for students to observe the biological processes of a variety of different organisms. The positive point for using plants is that if they are roughly treated or neglected the consequences are less traumatic then if it was a guinea pig.
This activity would also translate to Home Economics where students could use their herbs to create nutritional meals. Special needs students (and in fact all young children) can be very picky about their food, especially if it is green! By growing, nurturing and then using their own produce, students have ownership and this may make students more likely to try and like the foods.
Through the teaching of Home Economics skills students can begin to acquire the necessary life skills to become independent. |
Curated by Deanna Dahlsad
An opinionated woman obsessed with objects, entertained by ephemera, intrigued by researching, fascinated by culture & addicted to writing. The wind says my name; doesn't put an @ in front of it, so maybe you don't notice. http://www.kitsch-slapped.com
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