Antique Trader Blog - kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/ News and views from America's Antiques & Collectibles Marketplace en-us F+W Media, Inc. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 22:24:06 GMT newtelligence dasBlog 2.3.9074.18820 karen.knapstein@fwmedia.com karen.knapstein@fwmedia.com http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013 http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013 This week's issue had a few articles devoted to 'affordable' collections as well as a column on how to collect without cash.
The two themes were the subject of this week's editor's note. They reminded me of our current economic crisis and how it should not deter veteran and novice collectors from getting out and enjoying the hobby.


You can’t escape the economy no matter how hard you try. Unemployment. Rising prices. Store closings. It’s to be expected that people are worried more about their mortgages than they are about adding a new gem to their collection.

This week’s issue is devoted to the idea that a quality and interesting collection does not require a seven-figure bankroll. Now more than ever collectors need to be reminded that the precious objects in their home are a source of escape, education and excitement.

As Mark Roeder explains in his column on page 14, to be a collector is not synonymous with being a ‘horder’. Being a collector means to be inquisitive, a researcher or an aficionado of fine design, among other things. Nor should ‘affordable’ be translated as ‘cheap.’ Many important collections were started with rather modest means. Important collections are built by people willing to spend time learning about their collection and preparing for the next purchase. That means reading reference books, talking with experts and inspecting items you already own.

“Most are so busy seeking out new additions that they don’t pay attention to what is right there in front of them,” Roeder writes. “Enjoying what you already have can not only be just as enjoyable as adding a new piece.”

Rearranging your collection or putting others away to make room for long forgotten treasures is a fulfilling way to get reacquainted with your items. Everyone has an item or two (or more) that could use a bit more research. Perhaps it’s time to weed out a few items.

Our cover this week focuses on two diverse, yet similar, collecting areas that are seeing ‘green shoots’ among collectors.

Nostalgic ceramicware items from the 50s and 60s can be found at most every antiques show, country auction or flea market. As you’ll see in Walter Dworkin’s piece, excerpted from his book “Price Guide to Holt-Howard Collectibles,” every collector can afford many vintage pieces.  While it is true values for Holt-Howard’s Pixieware collectibles are on the rise, an afternoon at any one of the nation’s larger flea markets or antiques malls will result in a find. Remember to take Dworkin’s advice when shopping: Never pay top dollar for a chipped or damaged collectible.

Melody Amsel-Arieli’s article on canning labels is an interesting look at the history and art of a relatively new collecting genre. Most labels can be found in every price range and a majority of them are valued at $10 or less.

Canning labels are just now entering an era of their own. Amsel-Arieli writes that collectors are charmed by their beauty or historical value. Like vintage ceramicware, can labels can be found here and there however an Internet search will generate many more leads.

No matter what your collecting passion may be, don’t let a temporary economic downturn steal your enjoyment in antiques and collectibles.

Get out and enjoy the hunt.

Eric Bradley
Editor

Now's the time to invest http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/07/08/Nows+The+Time+To+Invest.aspx Wed, 08 Jul 2009 22:24:06 GMT This week's issue had a few articles devoted to 'affordable' collections as well as a column on how to collect without cash.<br> The two themes were the subject of this week's editor's note. They reminded me of our current economic crisis and how it should not deter veteran and novice collectors from getting out and enjoying the hobby. <br> <br> <br> You can’t escape the economy no matter how hard you try. Unemployment. Rising prices. Store closings. It’s to be expected that people are worried more about their mortgages than they are about adding a new gem to their collection. <br> <br> This week’s issue is devoted to the idea that a quality and interesting collection does not require a seven-figure bankroll. Now more than ever collectors need to be reminded that the precious objects in their home are a source of escape, education and excitement. <br> <br> As Mark Roeder explains in his column on page 14, to be a collector is not synonymous with being a ‘horder’. Being a collector means to be inquisitive, a researcher or an aficionado of fine design, among other things. Nor should ‘affordable’ be translated as ‘cheap.’ Many important collections were started with rather modest means. Important collections are built by people willing to spend time learning about their collection and preparing for the next purchase. That means reading reference books, talking with experts and inspecting items you already own.<br> <br> “Most are so busy seeking out new additions that they don’t pay attention to what is right there in front of them,” Roeder writes. “Enjoying what you already have can not only be just as enjoyable as adding a new piece.”<br> <br> Rearranging your collection or putting others away to make room for long forgotten treasures is a fulfilling way to get reacquainted with your items. Everyone has an item or two (or more) that could use a bit more research. Perhaps it’s time to weed out a few items.<br> <br> Our cover this week focuses on two diverse, yet similar, collecting areas that are seeing ‘green shoots’ among collectors. <br> <br> Nostalgic ceramicware items from the 50s and 60s can be found at most every antiques show, country auction or flea market. As you’ll see in Walter Dworkin’s piece, excerpted from his book “Price Guide to Holt-Howard Collectibles,” every collector can afford many vintage pieces.&nbsp; While it is true values for Holt-Howard’s Pixieware collectibles are on the rise, an afternoon at any one of the nation’s larger flea markets or antiques malls will result in a find. Remember to take Dworkin’s advice when shopping: Never pay top dollar for a chipped or damaged collectible.<br> <br> Melody Amsel-Arieli’s article on canning labels is an interesting look at the history and art of a relatively new collecting genre. Most labels can be found in every price range and a majority of them are valued at $10 or less. <br> <br> Canning labels are just now entering an era of their own. Amsel-Arieli writes that collectors are charmed by their beauty or historical value. Like vintage ceramicware, can labels can be found here and there however an Internet search will generate many more leads. <br> <br> No matter what your collecting passion may be, don’t let a temporary economic downturn steal your enjoyment in antiques and collectibles.<br> <br> Get out and enjoy the hunt. <br> <br> Eric Bradley<br> Editor<p> </p> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,9f1ebb92-7fcd-4e33-832d-0923a3a6b013.aspx antique Antique Blog Antique News Antique Show Antiques News Ephemera kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=d72abf53-625b-42f6-b9f8-12a08dee35ed http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,d72abf53-625b-42f6-b9f8-12a08dee35ed.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,d72abf53-625b-42f6-b9f8-12a08dee35ed.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=d72abf53-625b-42f6-b9f8-12a08dee35ed American Cut Glass Association Annual Convention to be in Vienna, Va.

The American Cut Glass Association will hold its ACGA Annual Convention on July 24-26, 2009, at the Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner Hotel, in Vienna, Va.

The convention gives ACGA members a great opportunity to learn about glass and extra time for sight-seeing in the area. There will be a spectacular display of some of the world’s most elegant cut glass, plus lectures by leaders in cut glass and related fields.

For additional information on joining the American Cut Glass Association or about the Annual Convention, visit www.cutglass.org.

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Fenton Glass Collectors to meet in August for convention

The 19th Annual Convention of the National Fenton Glass Society will be held on Aug. 1-3, 2009, in Marietta, Ohio.

The convention headquarters will be the Comfort Inn. Glass displays and seminars are open to the public. Members and their guests will enjoy a dinner cruise aboard the Valley Gem Sternwheeler, participate in Glass ID, attend the NFGS annual meeting, play Fenton bingo, and enjoy the banquet followed by a whimsey auction.

For more information on the NFGS convention or the National Fenton Glass Society, visit www.fentonglasssociety.org.

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Carriage Association of America to hold 2009 conference in Leesburg, Va.

The Carriage Association of America will hold its 2009 CAA Conference on June 17-20, 2009, at the Morven Park Equestrian Center in Leesburg, Va.

For additional information on The Carriage Association of America or the upcoming 2009 conference, visit www.caaonline.com.

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Sewing Machine Collectors to meet in Charlotte in 2009

The International Sewing Machine Collectors’ Society will hold their annual convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Oct. 17-18, 2009.

The convention will include a sewing machine auction and row upon row of sales tables, plus tours and other activities.

For additional information visit www.ismacs.net/events.html or e-mail Graham Forsdyke at graham@ismacs.u-net.com.

— Posted by Karen Knapstein

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Regional collectors club conventions http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,d72abf53-625b-42f6-b9f8-12a08dee35ed.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/06/23/Regional+Collectors+Club+Conventions.aspx Tue, 23 Jun 2009 22:01:10 GMT <b>American Cut Glass Association Annual Convention to be in Vienna, Va. </b> <br> <br> The American Cut Glass Association will hold its ACGA Annual Convention on July 24-26, 2009, at the Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner Hotel, in Vienna, Va. <br> <br> The convention gives ACGA members a great opportunity to learn about glass and extra time for sight-seeing in the area. There will be a spectacular display of some of the world’s most elegant cut glass, plus lectures by leaders in cut glass and related fields. <br> <br> For additional information on joining the American Cut Glass Association or about the Annual Convention, visit <a href="http://www.cutglass.org">www.cutglass.org</a>.<br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> </div> <b> <br> Fenton Glass Collectors to meet in August for convention </b> <br> <br> The 19th Annual Convention of the National Fenton Glass Society will be held on Aug. 1-3, 2009, in Marietta, Ohio. <br> <br> The convention headquarters will be the Comfort Inn. Glass displays and seminars are open to the public. Members and their guests will enjoy a dinner cruise aboard the Valley Gem Sternwheeler, participate in Glass ID, attend the NFGS annual meeting, play Fenton bingo, and enjoy the banquet followed by a whimsey auction.<br> <br> For more information on the NFGS convention or the National Fenton Glass Society, visit <a href="http://www.fentonglasssociety.org">www.fentonglasssociety.org</a>. <br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> </div> <br> <b>Carriage Association of America to hold 2009 conference in Leesburg, Va.</b> <br> <br> The Carriage Association of America will hold its 2009 CAA Conference on June 17-20, 2009, at the Morven Park Equestrian Center in Leesburg, Va.<br> <br> For additional information on The Carriage Association of America or the upcoming 2009 conference, visit <a href="http://www.caaonline.com">www.caaonline.com</a>.<br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> </div> <br> <b>Sewing Machine Collectors to meet in Charlotte in 2009</b> <br> <br> The International Sewing Machine Collectors’ Society will hold their annual convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Oct. 17-18, 2009. <br> <br> The convention will include a sewing machine auction and row upon row of sales tables, plus tours and other activities.<br> <br> For additional information visit <a href="http://www.ismacs.net/events.html">www.ismacs.net/events.html</a> or e-mail Graham Forsdyke at <a href="mailto:graham@ismacs.u-net.com">graham@ismacs.u-net.com</a>.<br> <br> <i>— Posted by <a href="mailto:karen.knapstein@fwmedia.com">Karen Knapstein</a></i> <br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> </div> <br> <div align="left"><i>• Visit the Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=d6009bb0-7a78-4d4e-943d-87a65ac61304&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com">Web site HERE</a>. 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Antique Trader, June 17, 2009 issue http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,cef229d6-dd39-47f7-a2ef-76ee6ffb0ce8.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/06/03/Antique+Trader+June+17+2009+Issue.aspx Wed, 03 Jun 2009 19:50:59 GMT Here's a peek at the cover of the newest issue of Antique Trader:<br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/GeneralMenu/"> <br> </a> <div align="center"><a href="http://tempuri.org/tempuri.html"><img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/content/binary/01-AT061709.jpg" border="0"></a> <br> </div> &nbsp;What do you think?<br> <br> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=cef229d6-dd39-47f7-a2ef-76ee6ffb0ce8" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,cef229d6-dd39-47f7-a2ef-76ee6ffb0ce8.aspx Antique Glass Antiques publications Antiques, Atlantique City, Antiques Show, Antique Trader, Collectibles kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091 http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091 Yes, that's right! Your chance to enter for the fan-bird carving and postcards has passed.

But don't worry ... we've launched another sweeps starting today, June 1, that runs until the end of June.

This month we're taking sweepstakes entries for the Price Guide to Holt-Howard Collectibles and related ceramicware of the '50s and '60s. If you're of a certain age, I'm sure you're familiar with the look of these fun and funky collectibles, and we'll be giving away a wonderful resource for identifying and valuing these ceramic cuties.

Don't miss out! Enter today - and every day - for this great prize!

 CLICK HERE or on the banner to enter the Antique Trader Treasure Hunt Sweepstakes.
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New Antique Trader sweepstakes launches today http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/06/01/New+Antique+Trader+Sweepstakes+Launches+Today.aspx Mon, 01 Jun 2009 04:06:42 GMT Yes, that's right! Your chance to enter for the fan-bird carving and postcards has passed.<br> <br> But don't worry ... we've launched another sweeps starting today, June 1, that runs until the end of June.<br> <br> This month we're taking sweepstakes entries for the <font color="#008000"><b><i>Price Guide to Holt-Howard Collectibles and related ceramicware of the '50s and '60s.</i></b></font> If you're of a certain age, I'm sure you're familiar with the look of these fun and funky collectibles, and we'll be giving away a wonderful resource for identifying and valuing these ceramic cuties.<br> <br> Don't miss out! Enter today - and every day - for this great prize!<br> <br> <a href="http://sweepstakes.antiquetrader.com">&nbsp;CLICK HERE or on the banner to enter the Antique Trader Treasure Hunt Sweepstakes.</a> <br> &nbsp;<a href="http://sweepstakes.antiquetrader.com"><img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/images/June%202009%20sweeps.jpg" alt="June 2009 sweeps.jpg" title="Price Guide to Holt-Howard Collectibles" align="bottom" border="0" height="182" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="468"></a> <br> <br> <br> <i>— Posted by <a href="mailto:karen.knapstein@fwmedia.com">Karen Knapstein</a></i> <br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> </div> <br> <div align="left"><i>• Visit the Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=d6009bb0-7a78-4d4e-943d-87a65ac61304&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com">Web site HERE</a>. Sign up for our FREE newsletters!<br> • If you really like what you see, get your own subscription to Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=https%3a%2f%2fsecure.palmcoastd.com%2fpcd%2fdocument%3fikey%3d07608IC01">HERE.</a> <br> </i> </div> <i>• Learn more about Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com%2fAboutUs%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Reference books available about your favorite collectibles <a target="_blank" href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.krausebooks.com%2fcategory%2fantiques_collectibles%2f">HERE</a> <br> • Antique Trader message boards <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fforum.antiquetrader.com%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Browse the Antique Trader Classifieds or place your free online ads <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fsecure.adpay.com%2fMarketplace.aspx%3fpid%3d2087%26page%3dATRLanding">HERE.</a> <br> • Find us on Twitter <a href="ct.ashx?id=75e4bd68-dd8e-4da0-89e3-2bb6b0057e8c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2ftwitter.com%2fantiquetrader">HERE</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> </i> <p> </p> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,ef8dc3e3-640f-40ce-898b-67cd4c572091.aspx Antique news odd Antiques publications kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d Check it out all:

Ask Antique Trader: Shedding light on dolphin lamp

Light My Fire! Zippo the first name in lighters

Chair tourist attraction opening in Stone Mountain Village

Hey buddy, got a light? (collectible vintage lighters)

Life down on the farm—Farm collectibles (share your farm memories with us ... and if you collect anything farm related)

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Feature articles from the latest issue of Antique Trader http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/05/18/Feature+Articles+From+The+Latest+Issue+Of+Antique+Trader.aspx Mon, 18 May 2009 00:21:58 GMT Check it out all:<br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Ask_antique_trader_sheddling_light_on_dolphin_lamp/">Ask Antique Trader: Shedding light on dolphin lamp</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Popular_and_collectible_zippo_lighters/">Light My Fire! Zippo the first name in lighters</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Chair_shop_museum_curiosity_in_stone_mountain_ga/">Chair tourist attraction opening in Stone Mountain Village</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Buddy_got_a_light_vintage_lighters/">Hey buddy, got a light?</a> (collectible vintage lighters)<br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Life_down_on_the_farm-farm_collectibles/">Life down on the farm—Farm collectibles</a> (share your farm memories with us ... and if you collect anything farm related)<br> <br> <p> <i>— Posted by <a href="mailto:karen.knapstein@fwmedia.com">Karen Knapstein</a></i> </p> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> <br> </div> <div align="left"><i>• Visit the Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=d6009bb0-7a78-4d4e-943d-87a65ac61304&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com">Web site HERE</a>. Sign up for our FREE newsletters!<br> • If you really like what you see, get your own subscription to Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=https%3a%2f%2fsecure.palmcoastd.com%2fpcd%2fdocument%3fikey%3d07608IC01">HERE.</a> <br> </i> </div> <i>• Learn more about Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com%2fAboutUs%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Reference books available about your favorite collectibles <a target="_blank" href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.krausebooks.com%2fcategory%2fantiques_collectibles%2f">HERE</a> <br> • Antique Trader message boards <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fforum.antiquetrader.com%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Browse the Antique Trader Classifieds or place your free online ads <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fsecure.adpay.com%2fMarketplace.aspx%3fpid%3d2087%26page%3dATRLanding">HERE.</a> <br> • Find us on Twitter <a href="ct.ashx?id=75e4bd68-dd8e-4da0-89e3-2bb6b0057e8c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2ftwitter.com%2fantiquetrader">HERE</a>.<br> <br> <br> </i> <p> </p> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,5f908e5e-6ca9-4dcf-9c1e-22ff7b36f13d.aspx Antique Blog Antique news odd Antiques Blog Antiques Blogs Antiques publications green living kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940 http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940 2

Here's a peek at the cover:

 

As you can see, this week we have features on farm collectibles and vintage lighters. And, we have a bonus feature on Zippo lighters!

Click on the magazine cover to go to www.antiquetrader.com and read these great antiques and collectibles features and much, much more.

 

This week's Antique Trader http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/05/14/This+Weeks+Antique+Trader.aspx Thu, 14 May 2009 11:01:25 GMT <p> Here's a peek at the cover: </p> <p> &nbsp; </p> <p> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com"><img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/content/binary/01-AT052709.jpg" border=0></a> </p> <p> As you can see, this week we have features on farm collectibles and vintage lighters. And, we have a bonus feature on Zippo lighters! </p> <p> Click on the magazine cover to go to <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com"><em>www.antiquetrader.com</em></a> and read these great antiques and collectibles features and much, much more. </p> <p> &nbsp; </p> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,bae2f03f-f47b-4769-82d6-f68ed6d31940.aspx Antique Blog Antique News Antiques Blog Antiques Blogs Antiques publications kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83 http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83
Hello shortcut lovers!

Here are quick links to some of this week's Antique Trader articles:

Former owner gets carried away with old mill

From accident to innovation: Celebrating the craftsmanship and artistry of ancient Roman glass

Ask Antique Trader: Seldom-seen Cincinnati dog table is valuable Victorian piece

The mischief makers (naughty children on postcards)

Once upon a time: The history of Little Golden Books®

Sew there! Buttons can be a window on history

Collecting classic cookbooks: Repasts from the past

Rich Penn auction prices are rock solid at Spring Spectacular in Stone Mountain, Ga.

Rare Seminole shoulder sash is top lot in Cowan’s auction

Seven major Crowell decoys in Copley’s July 15-16 sale

Robin Starr named director pro tem of Skinner’s fine paintings department

— Posted by Karen Knapstein

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AntiqueTrader.com article links http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/05/01/AntiqueTradercom+Article+Links.aspx Fri, 01 May 2009 21:09:25 GMT <div>Hello shortcut lovers!<br> <br> Here are quick links to some of this week's Antique Trader articles:<br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Former_owner_gets_carried_away_with_old_mill/">Former owner gets carried away with old mill</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/artistry_of_ancient_roman_glass/">From accident to innovation: Celebrating the craftsmanship and artistry of ancient Roman glass</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/ask_antique_trader_rare_antique_cincinnati_dog_table/">Ask Antique Trader: Seldom-seen Cincinnati dog table is valuable Victorian piece</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/naughty_children_on_postcards/">The mischief makers</a> (naughty children on postcards)<br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/The_history_of_little_golden_books/">Once upon a time: The history of Little Golden Books®</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/collecting_antique_vintage_artistic_buttons/">Sew there! Buttons can be a window on history</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/collecting_classic_vintage_cookbooks/">Collecting classic cookbooks: Repasts from the past</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Rich_penn_spring_spectacular_auction_results/">Rich Penn auction prices are rock solid at Spring Spectacular in Stone Mountain, Ga.</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/seminole_shoulder_sash_top_lot_at_cowan_auction/">Rare Seminole shoulder sash is top lot in Cowan’s auction</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/Major_crowell_decoys_in_copleys_july_15-16_sale/">Seven major Crowell decoys in Copley’s July 15-16 sale</a> <br> <br> <a href="http://www.antiquetrader.com/article/robin_starr_head_of_skinner_fine_paintings_dept/">Robin Starr named director pro tem of Skinner’s fine paintings department</a> <br> <br> <i>— Posted by <a href="mailto:karen.knapstein@fwmedia.com">Karen Knapstein</a></i> <br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> <br> </div> <div align="left"><i>• Visit the Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=d6009bb0-7a78-4d4e-943d-87a65ac61304&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com">Web site HERE</a>. Sign up for our FREE newsletters!<br> • If you really like what you see, get your own subscription to Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=https%3a%2f%2fsecure.palmcoastd.com%2fpcd%2fdocument%3fikey%3d07608IC01">HERE.</a> <br> </i> </div> <i>• Learn more about Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com%2fAboutUs%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Reference books available about your favorite collectibles <a target="_blank" href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.krausebooks.com%2fcategory%2fantiques_collectibles%2f">HERE</a> <br> • Antique Trader message boards <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fforum.antiquetrader.com%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Browse the Antique Trader Classifieds or place your free online ads <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fsecure.adpay.com%2fMarketplace.aspx%3fpid%3d2087%26page%3dATRLanding">HERE.</a> <br> <br> <br> </i> <p> </p> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,cb5d189a-c8a8-4ccd-95f5-438928a14f83.aspx antique Antique News Antique news odd Antiques Auction Antiques News Antiques, Atlantique City, Antiques Show, Antique Trader, Collectibles Auction Ephemera kitchen antiques Postcards Vintage Fashion http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa
A few years ago I had the chance to pick up a set of three painted cupboards. I remember thinking $400 was a lot to spend on these three less-than-perfect pieces. But I thought about it for a few days and ended up buying them.

Two of the cupboards (I know some of you will cringe at this ... I do myself!) I repainted. They were painted a light green color and they had the original green glass pulls. I simply cleaned the two smaller cupboards up, sanded them, and painted them white. They are striking with the green glass knobs too.

dining room table painted hoosier.jpgThey look nice, and they're very functional. But sometimes I think I should have left them wearing their green paint.

The largest piece is a Hoosier-type cupboard with a base cabinet and a hutch. I didn't do anything with that one right away because I didn't have a place for it in my house. Recently we finished our dining room, which is the room I earmarked as the home for this cupboard. All I did with this piece was clean it with a weak detergent/bleach solution and painted the insides of the drawers in the base cabinet. I couldn't bring myself to paint over the green paint with the scrapes and character marks.

And I'm glad I did.

I think it lends my dining room charm and warmth. Granted, the room is still quite empty - I have to go through my treasure storage to properly fill it - but I like my cupboard in its "as-found" state.

What do you think?

I even found my 5-gallon Red Wing sippin' jug!

— Posted by Karen Knapstein

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Falling in love with old paint http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/04/21/Falling+In+Love+With+Old+Paint.aspx Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:49:49 GMT <div> <div>A few years ago I had the chance to pick up a set of three painted cupboards. I remember thinking $400 was a lot to spend on these three less-than-perfect pieces. But I thought about it for a few days and ended up buying them.<br> <br> Two of the cupboards (I know some of you will cringe at this ... I do myself!) I repainted. They were painted a light green color and they had the original green glass pulls. I simply cleaned the two smaller cupboards up, sanded them, and painted them white. They are striking with the green glass knobs too.<br> <br> <img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/content/binary/dining%20room%20table%20painted%20hoosier.jpg" alt="dining room table painted hoosier.jpg" title="painted cupboard" align="right" border="0" height="451" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="300">They look nice, and they're very functional. But sometimes I think I should have left them wearing their green paint.<br> <br> The largest piece is a Hoosier-type cupboard with a base cabinet and a hutch. I didn't do anything with that one right away because I didn't have a place for it in my house. Recently we finished our dining room, which is the room I earmarked as the home for this cupboard. All I did with this piece was clean it with a weak detergent/bleach solution and painted the insides of the drawers in the base cabinet. I couldn't bring myself to paint over the green paint with the scrapes and character marks.<br> <br> And I'm glad I did.<br> <br> I think it lends my dining room charm and warmth. Granted, the room is still quite empty - I have to go through my treasure storage to properly fill it - but I like my cupboard in its "as-found" state.<br> <br> What do you think?<br> <br> I even found my 5-gallon Red Wing sippin' jug!<br> <br> <i>— Posted by <a href="mailto:Karen.Knapstein@fwmedia.com">Karen Knapstein</a></i> <br> <br> <div align="center">~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br> </div> <br> <div align="left"><i>• Visit the Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=d6009bb0-7a78-4d4e-943d-87a65ac61304&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.antiquetrader.com">Web site HERE</a>. Sign up for our FREE newsletters!<br> • If you really like what you see, get your own subscription to Antique Trader <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=https%3a%2f%2fsecure.palmcoastd.com%2fpcd%2fdocument%3fikey%3d07608IC01">HERE.</a> <br> </i> </div> <i>• Reference books available about your favorite collectibles <a target="_blank" href="http://shop.collect.com/category/antiques">HERE</a> <br> • Antique Trader message boards <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fforum.antiquetrader.com%2f">HERE.</a> <br> • Browse the Antique Trader Classifieds or place your FREE online ads <a href="ct.ashx?id=beea6b54-c478-43f5-86bc-523f24af394c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2fsecure.adpay.com%2fMarketplace.aspx%3fpid%3d2087%26page%3dATRLanding">HERE.</a> <br> • Find us on Twitter <a href="ct.ashx?id=75e4bd68-dd8e-4da0-89e3-2bb6b0057e8c&amp;url=http%3a%2f%2ftwitter.com%2fantiquetrader">HERE</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> </i> <p> </p> </div> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,325e8a4b-c90e-4c91-a30e-a057edfa32aa.aspx Antique Blog Antiques Blog Antiques Blogs green living kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b
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Collect.com offers free classified ads

Everyone wants to get something for nothing, and now that's possible, thanks to Collect.com’s free classified ads.

“The classified ads are completely free — no gimmicks, no strings attached and no limit to the number of classified ads that can be placed,” said Dianne Wheeler, the community leader for collect.com. “This is a great way for collectors to sell the items that they don’t love anymore — and shop for new ones that they will — without pricey consignment fees or drawn-out bidding wars.”

Placing an ad is easy. Just visit www.collect.com, click on the collectibles area that applies to your item (Comics, Music, Sports, Militaria or Antiques and Collectibles), and add in the details. The Ad Wizard walks you through every step of the process, including writing the description and adding a photo of the piece that’s for sale.

The free classified ads are the first of numerous improvements that are scheduled to come to collect.com this year, Wheeler said.

Produced by F+W Media, the world’s largest hobby and collectible publisher, Collect.com is an online community where collectors can discuss and display their finds, keep tabs on the value of their collections, connect with buyers and sellers, read about the latest hobby news and more.

CLICK HERE to sell your collectibles (or post a wanted ad) with Collect.com free classified ads.

FREE online classified ads http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/04/07/FREE+Online+Classified+Ads.aspx Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:52:03 GMT <div> <div align="center"><b><a href="http://www.collect.com"><img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/content/binary/collect%20classifieds.jpg" alt="collect classifieds.jpg" title="Free Classified Ads" border="0" height="130" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="300"></a> <br> Collect.com offers free classified ads</b> <br> </div> <br> Everyone wants to get something for nothing, and now that's possible, thanks to Collect.com’s free classified ads.<br> <br> “The classified ads are completely free — no gimmicks, no strings attached and no limit to the number of classified ads that can be placed,” said Dianne Wheeler, the community leader for collect.com. “This is a great way for collectors to sell the items that they don’t love anymore — and shop for new ones that they will — without pricey consignment fees or drawn-out bidding wars.”<br> <br> Placing an ad is easy. Just visit <a href="http://www.collect.com/">www.collect.com</a>, click on the collectibles area that applies to your item (<strong><a href="http://secure.adpay.com/Marketplace.aspx?pid=2087&amp;page=ComicsLanding">Comics</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://secure.adpay.com/Marketplace.aspx?pid=2087&amp;page=GMNLanding">Music</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://secure.adpay.com/Marketplace.aspx?pid=2087&amp;page=SportsLanding">Sports</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://secure.adpay.com/Marketplace.aspx?pid=2087&amp;page=MLTLanding">Militaria</a></strong> or <strong><a href="http://secure.adpay.com/Marketplace.aspx?pid=2087&amp;page=ATRLanding">Antiques and Collectibles</a></strong>), and add in the details. The Ad Wizard walks you through every step of the process, including writing the description and adding a photo of the piece that’s for sale.<br> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.collect.com/"> <br> </a> </div> The free classified ads are the first of numerous improvements that are scheduled to come to collect.com this year, Wheeler said.<br> <br> Produced by F+W Media, the world’s largest hobby and collectible publisher, Collect.com is an online community where collectors can discuss and display their finds, keep tabs on the value of their collections, connect with buyers and sellers, read about the latest hobby news and more.<br> <a href="http://www.collect.com/"> <br> <strong> CLICK HERE</strong></a><strong> to sell your collectibles (or post a wanted ad) with Collect.com free classified ads.</strong> <br> <br> <p> </p> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,5af42cb3-373e-4da3-93e6-5f13f9b6746b.aspx antique Antique Blog Antique News Antique news odd Antiques Antiques Blog Antiques Blogs Antiques News Antiques publications Ephemera Folk Art green living Historic Preservation kitchen antiques Postcards Toys Vintage Fashion http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad
Cookbooks low res.jpgJust how much are these cookbooks worth?

Well, it really doesn't matter, I guess, because someone's going to win them for free! Yes, that's right — FREE!

You see, for the March Antique Trader Treasure Hunt Sweepstakes, we're giving away a selection of cookbooks along with the Antique Trader Collectible Cookbooks Price Guide.

I have to tell you, it was a lot of fun sitting down and looking through all these books. Just so there's no misunderstanding: these books are NOT new. Most of them were purchased at auction. And now, someone who enters the Antique Trader sweepstakes in March is going to win them, along with the price guide and a copy of The Tasty Trader, which was published in 1998 and is subtitled: Culinary Delights from the Employees of Antique Trader Publications, Inc. It makes me hungry looking through it, and it may just become a favorite book for the winner.

Make sure you enter once each day for your best chance of winning!

You can click on the banner below to enter the sweepstakes.

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How much are these cookbooks worth? http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2009/03/02/How+Much+Are+These+Cookbooks+Worth.aspx Mon, 02 Mar 2009 21:43:12 GMT <div><img src="content/binary/Cookbooks%20low%20res.jpg" alt="Cookbooks low res.jpg" title="Sweepstakes Prize: Cookbooks" align="left" border="0" height="297" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="289">Just how much are these cookbooks worth?<br> <br> Well, it really doesn't matter, I guess, because someone's going to win them for free! Yes, that's right — FREE!<br> <br> You see, for the March Antique Trader Treasure Hunt Sweepstakes, we're giving away a selection of cookbooks along with the Antique Trader Collectible Cookbooks Price Guide.<br> <br> I have to tell you, it was a lot of fun sitting down and looking through all these books. Just so there's no misunderstanding: these books are NOT new. Most of them were purchased at auction. And now, someone who enters the Antique Trader sweepstakes in March is going to win them, along with the price guide and a copy of <i>The Tasty Trader,</i> which was published in 1998 and is subtitled: Culinary Delights from the Employees of Antique Trader Publications, Inc. It makes me hungry looking through it, and it may just become a favorite book for the winner.<br> <br> <b>Make sure you enter once each day for your best chance of winning!<br> <br> You can click on the banner below to enter the sweepstakes.<br> <br> GOOD LUCK!</b> <br> <br> <div align="center"><a href="http://sweepstakes.antiquetrader.com/EntryForm.aspx"><img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/content/binary/March%2009%20Treasure%20Hunt.jpg" alt="March 09 Treasure Hunt.jpg" title="Sweepstakes Prize: Cookbooks" align="center" border="0" height="168" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="468"></a> <br> </div> <br> <p> </p> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,e2c7cb73-fb6a-4601-941f-4960278586ad.aspx Antiques Antiques publications Ephemera kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e 1
I have nothing but fond memories of my childhood Christmases. And some very distinct recollections of our holiday decor, which can pretty much be summed up in one word: Kitsch.

When I recall our decorations, it was like a big elf regurgitated “retro” all over the place. And I mean no offense. In fact, if they hadn’t been so unique, I probably wouldn’t remember them as clearly as I do. Back then, I didn’t know any better. I just thought yuletide kitsch was cool. These days, I know some of it was a bit tacky – but I still think it was pretty far out.

santamug 001.jpgI mean, who doesn’t love a plastic tree with a three-bulbed “disco lamp” underneath that lights up red, then blue, then green, then all three colors? I loved that. I bet my parents still have it, unless the cheap plastic cone was cracked or crunched in the Christmas box at some point over the years (highly likely).

Speaking of lights, we certainly had enough of those electric plastic candles with the “dripping wax” and screw-in bulb on top. The orange bulb flame looked so authentic, didn’t it?

Remember the days before white mini-lights? Those colorful screw-in light strings were pretty but quite the fire hazard. Those bulbs would get so hot, I’m surprised our trees stayed intact – especially towards New Year’s when they weren’t getting much water.

I still see ornaments in stores that look like the “satin” ones with tons of thread wrapped around a Styrofoam ball, but nothing like the glamorous ones with ribbons and sequins held in place with pearl-topped straight pins. How beautiful, right?

As a little girl, I enjoyed playing with our little stuffed Rudolphs. These were pre-Beanie Baby days, mind you, and these velvet (that’s debatable) deer were actually stuffed with sawdust. Don’t let the “Made in Japan” sticker convince you these were not quality, though. These were built to last – and did last after years of not-so-gentle handling by us kids.

My favorite item was not even a decoration. It was our ceramic Santa mugs. There were eight different mugs with eight different expressions. (Have I mentioned there were eight kids in our family?) Those mugs were only used for two special occasions: our Christmas dinner milk and our Christmas Eve cup of eggnog. It’s no wonder I love eggnog to this day. It was a special experience to have it each Christmas! And yes, my mother still has those mugs in her cupboard. Those we actually handled with care!

If you are a Santa fan, take a look at the collecting feature on page 6 of this issue of Antique Trader, too. Do you save Santas or collect Christmas? Do you place your gifts under an aluminum tree or one that looks like a gigantic bottle brush? Do you still hang your honeycomb paper bells? Antique Trader would love to know if you are trimming your tree with antique, vintage or retro decorations.

Drop us a line at robyn.austin@fwmedia.com, post a reply on the AT blog, or visit the Antique Trader Message Boards and post a reply to the Christmas Collectibles thread. And send pictures! Some of this stuff is hard to believe without seeing!

OK. I gotta go. I heard a fast-food joint nearby has eggnog shakes!

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Have a kitschy Christmas http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2008/11/20/Have+A+Kitschy+Christmas.aspx Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:15:15 GMT <div> <div>I have nothing but fond memories of my childhood Christmases. And some very distinct recollections of our holiday decor, which can pretty much be summed up in one word: Kitsch.<br> <br> When I recall our decorations, it was like a big elf regurgitated “retro” all over the place. And I mean no offense. In fact, if they hadn’t been so unique, I probably wouldn’t remember them as clearly as I do. Back then, I didn’t know any better. I just thought yuletide kitsch was cool. These days, I know some of it was a bit tacky – but I still think it was pretty far out. <br> <br> <img src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/content/binary/santamug%20001.jpg" alt="santamug 001.jpg" title="favorite Christmas item" align="left" border="0" height="186" hspace="5" vspace="5" width="237">I mean, who doesn’t love a plastic tree with a three-bulbed “disco lamp” underneath that lights up red, then blue, then green, then all three colors? I loved that. I bet my parents still have it, unless the cheap plastic cone was cracked or crunched in the Christmas box at some point over the years (highly likely).<br> <br> Speaking of lights, we certainly had enough of those electric plastic candles with the “dripping wax” and screw-in bulb on top. The orange bulb flame looked so authentic, didn’t it? <br> <br> Remember the days before white mini-lights? Those colorful screw-in light strings were pretty but quite the fire hazard. Those bulbs would get so hot, I’m surprised our trees stayed intact – especially towards New Year’s when they weren’t getting much water.<br> <br> I still see ornaments in stores that look like the “satin” ones with tons of thread wrapped around a Styrofoam ball, but nothing like the glamorous ones with ribbons and sequins held in place with pearl-topped straight pins. How beautiful, right?<br> <br> As a little girl, I enjoyed playing with our little stuffed Rudolphs. These were pre-Beanie Baby days, mind you, and these velvet (that’s debatable) deer were actually stuffed with sawdust. Don’t let the “Made in Japan” sticker convince you these were not quality, though. These were built to last – and did last after years of not-so-gentle handling by us kids.<br> <br> My favorite item was not even a decoration. It was our ceramic Santa mugs. There were eight different mugs with eight different expressions. (Have I mentioned there were eight kids in our family?) Those mugs were only used for two special occasions: our Christmas dinner milk and our Christmas Eve cup of eggnog. It’s no wonder I love eggnog to this day. It was a special experience to have it each Christmas! And yes, my mother still has those mugs in her cupboard. Those we actually handled with care!<br> <br> If you are a Santa fan, take a look at the collecting feature on page 6 of this issue of Antique Trader, too. <strong>Do you save Santas or collect Christmas? Do you place your gifts under an aluminum tree or one that looks like a gigantic bottle brush? Do you still hang your honeycomb paper bells?</strong> Antique Trader would love to know if you are trimming your tree with antique, vintage or retro decorations. <br> <br> Drop us a line at <b><a href="mailto:robyn.austin@fwmedia.com"><em>robyn.austin@fwmedia.com</em></a></b>, post a reply on the AT blog, or visit the Antique Trader Message Boards and <b><a href="http://forum.antiquetrader.com/tm.aspx?m=31&amp;mpage=1&amp;key=%1F" target="_blank">post a reply to the Christmas Collectibles thread</a></b>. And send pictures! Some of this stuff is hard to believe without seeing!<br> <br> OK. I gotta go. I heard a fast-food joint nearby has eggnog shakes!<br> <br> <strong><em><a href="http://forum.antiquetrader.com/">Click here</a> to discuss this story and more in the AntiqueTrader.com message boards.</em></strong> <p> </p> </div> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,cbc8e8f9-aa6f-45c5-96db-767141e08b7e.aspx Antiques Antiques, blog, question of the week kitchen antiques http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964 http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964.aspx Karen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964
For nostalgia lovers young and old, the D.C. Big Flea promises two days of treasure hunting Sept. 20 & 21, 2008.

The D.C. Big Flea is held at the Dulles Expo Center.

Whether your area of interest is general store collectibles, vintage advertising, folk art, vintage toys or anything old, if you're in the area, it's worth checking out.

Hours for the show are: Saturday Sept. 20th 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday September 21st  11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Admission is $8, good for both days. The address: Dulles Exposition and Convention Center, 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center Chantilly, VA 20151.

Only 10 minutes from the Dulles Airport.

The D.C. Big Flea http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2008/09/03/The+DC+Big+Flea.aspx Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:23:44 GMT <div>For nostalgia lovers young and old, the D.C. Big Flea promises two days of treasure hunting Sept. 20 &amp; 21, 2008.<br> <br> The D.C. Big Flea is held at the Dulles Expo Center.<br> <br> Whether your area of interest is general store collectibles, vintage advertising, folk art, vintage toys or anything old, if you're in the area, it's worth checking out.<br> <br> Hours for the show are: Saturday Sept. 20th 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday September 21st&nbsp; 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Admission is $8, good for both days. The address: Dulles Exposition and Convention Center, 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center Chantilly, VA 20151. <br> <br> Only 10 minutes from the Dulles Airport.<br> <br> <p> </p> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,002b223e-4448-4371-86b3-0ac82f5ad964.aspx Antique Show Antiques Antiques Show Folk Art kitchen antiques Toys http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/Trackback.aspx?guid=2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8 http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/pingback.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8.aspx Sandra http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/SyndicationService.asmx/GetEntryCommentsRss?guid=2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8
Shredding potatoes, and carrots, and onions, oh my!

As I was preparing breakfast yesterday, it occurred to me as I took out my well-used Mouli to make homemade hashbrowns, that I prefer using this little mid-20th century marvel to the electric, dishwasher-safe food processor that I received as a gift a few years ago. For some reason, I don't even think about using the electric food processor. The Mouli is just so simple and easy, whether I use it to thinly slice potatoes, or grate nuts or chocolate, or shred potatoes or carrots; I know I sound like a commercial, but I just love it!

I was fortunate to find my Mouli somewhere along the way, shortly before I set up house back in the early '90s; I think I found my little kitchen treasure at a garage sale during one of the local favorite "city-wide rummage" sales. I know I didn't pay very much for it ... I want to say it was less than $10 ... but in my opinion these little beauties are worth their weight in platinum. Mouli.jpgAnd you can still find them today, both new and old. (Here's an old one listed on Ruby Lane; this one's in much better condition than mine.) I think the old ones have more character.

Image courtesy Charming and Cheap Vintage Collectibles, a Ruby Lane shop.

I remember seeing the commercials for these early food processors in the 1970s, though I know they've been around much longer than that (the one shown here is marked with a 1950 patent date); I've been a fan since I was a small child and watched my Mom use hers on occasion. It seems to me she used to use hers when making homemade carrot cake (now she just uses a cake mix when she has a hankering for carrot cake ... it's just not the same) but I don't remember her ever letting me do it. I don't know if she was afraid I would hurt myself or if she just wanted to have the fun task of doing the shredding. Yes — that's right — fun. The Mouli makes shredding/grating/slicing fun!

Hmmm. I think I'll make a fresh, homemade carrot cake and take it over to my parents' house and see if she remembers (and still has) her Mouli. I'll let them provide the coffee ...

Do you remember the Mouli? Or still use yours? Is there another vintage kitchen gadget that you just won't retire? Post a reply and let us know.

— Karen                           
I'm not the only character in the kitchen http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/PermaLink,guid,2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8.aspx http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/2008/07/28/Im+Not+The+Only+Character+In+The+Kitchen.aspx Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:47:37 GMT <div> <div> <div>Shredding potatoes, and carrots, and onions, oh my!<br> <br> As I was preparing breakfast yesterday, it occurred to me as I took out my well-used Mouli to make homemade hashbrowns, that I prefer using this little mid-20th century marvel to the electric, dishwasher-safe food processor that I received as a gift a few years ago. For some reason, I don't even think about using the electric food processor. The Mouli is just so simple and easy, whether I use it to thinly slice potatoes, or grate nuts or chocolate, or shred potatoes or carrots; I know I sound like a commercial, but I just love it!<br> <br> <a href="http://www.rubylane.com/shops/charmingandcheap/item/7321"></a>I was fortunate to find my Mouli somewhere along the way, shortly before I set up house back in the early '90s; I think I found my little kitchen treasure at a garage sale during one of the local favorite "city-wide rummage" sales. I know I didn't pay very much for it ... I want to say it was less than $10 ... but in my opinion these little beauties are worth their weight in platinum. <a href="http://www.rubylane.com/shops/charmingandcheap/item/7321"><img src="content/binary/Mouli.jpg" alt="Mouli.jpg" title="Mouli" vspace="5" width="300" align="left" border="0" height="233" hspace="5"></a>And you can still find them today, both new and old. <a href="http://www.rubylane.com/shops/charmingandcheap/item/7321"></a><a href="http://www.rubylane.com/shops/charmingandcheap/item/7321"><i>(Here's a</i><i>n ol</i><i>d one listed on Ruby Lane; this one's in much better condition than mine.)</i></a> I think the old ones have more character.<br> <br> <font size="1"><b>Image courtesy Charming and Cheap Vintage Collectibles, a Ruby Lane shop.</b></font> <br> <br> I remember seeing the commercials for these early food processors in the 1970s, though I know they've been around much longer than that (the one shown here is marked with a 1950 patent date); I've been a fan since I was a small child and watched my Mom use hers on occasion. It seems to me she used to use hers when making homemade carrot cake (now she just uses a cake mix when she has a hankering for carrot cake ... it's just not the same) but I don't remember her ever letting me do it. I don't know if she was afraid I would hurt myself or if she just wanted to have the fun task of doing the shredding. Yes — that's right — <i>fun</i>. The Mouli makes shredding/grating/slicing fun!<br> <br> Hmmm. I think I'll make a fresh, homemade carrot cake and take it over to my parents' house and see if she remembers (and still has) her Mouli. I'll let them provide the coffee ...<br> <br> <b>Do you remember the Mouli? Or still use yours? Is there another vintage kitchen gadget that you just won't retire? Post a reply and let us know.</b> <br> <p> </p> <div align="right"><i>— Karen</i> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br> </div> </div> </div> </div> <img width="0" height="0" src="http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/aggbug.ashx?id=2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8" /> http://blog.antiquetrader.com/blog/CommentView,guid,2a3292ac-f333-4228-bfb0-b8f2c383f4b8.aspx antique Antiques kitchen antiques