Online Thrift Goodies
Highlights of my latest finds that have been added to the store, either new merchandise or thrift items that have landed here. I hope this category can also serve as a reference tool as time goes on, recording the vintage collectibles that pass through here.
Carnival Glass – Online Thrift Goodness
Carnival glass is a very popular target for collectors. Not only because it is beautiful but also for its value. Identifying the pattern and the maker both increase the odds of establishing the value of a piece. When discovering these treasures at estate sales and other places (like online thrift stores... »
Online Thrift Pitfalls to Collectors – Beware of Fakes
It is fun to shop online thrift stores and local bargain outlets to add to our collections. Unfortunately, there are people who take advantage of every opportunity to scam someone and one of the opportunities is presenting fake, reproduction items as authentic collectible merchandise. »
Vintage Gadgets From An Online Thrift Store: Thread-a Matic
Having the Thread-a Matic on the shelf these days might better serve as a way to stimulate conversation or bring a little smile from its nostalgia than it will from the original purpose of threading a needle. »
Mullingar Pewter
Since there is an abundance of places to buy pewter it offers a lot of promise as a hobby. If you enjoy vintage collectibles, pewter is an excellent choice since it has been around for centuries. If your interest lies more in the creative side artists are producing beautiful works of art... »
Noritake China – Collectible for Some
I found that the Noritake company came into existence in 1904 and set out to create the finest of China available. The location of their operation in the small village of Noritake was chosen because it was convenient to Nagoya. Nagoya is rich with kaolin, a type of clay that is best... »
Toys from the Good 'Ole Days
Vintage reproduction pedal cars offer the advantage of a trip back in time, bringing back nostalgic memories or captivating the imagination of a new generation. »