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Visitors to the FAO Schwarz toy store in midtown can relive their childhood thanks to new displays showcasing vintage versions of beloved toys. The 27 glass cases scattered throughout the store... 
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Chance to win a new iPad and tickets to a special screening of silent film classic Napoleon in new competition for iPhone owners (RT @smartmoviemaker: Keep it retro with the International Silent Film Contest | Smart Movie Making http://t.co/l7xcSEVN...
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"Someone else is into the dames and dogs; we found this photo (Vogue, June 1943) via this post on Dogs in Vogue: A Century of Canine Chic by Judith Watt."
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Vintage mail order pattern 4906 from 1960s Size 18, Bust 38, Waist 30, Hips 40 Beautifully seamed wiggle dress with bracelet length or short... ...
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I’m too old to claim to have logged hours of watching She-Ra or He-Man — or any childhood memories from that MOTU period. But that won’t stop me from having an opinion
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The Mass Observation project was a government led project that aimed to record everyday life in Britain using around 500 volunteer ‘observers’ who either kept diaries or replied to open-ended questionnaires. The project kicked off in August 1939 when Mass Observation invited members of the public to record and send them a day to day account of their lives in the form of a diary.
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Collection of Vintage Tupperware from the 40's to mid 60's. Featuring products, catalogs and other ephermera. Via Ellery Bailey
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Keep your eye out for those special vintage pieces. Let your mind wander for uses that are outside the box.
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The Asian market is on the up-rise and so is Freeman's of Philadelphia. On the heels of Freeman's third consecutive Asian art auction achieve a multi-million dollar lot, a Chinese Ming Dynasty gilt bronze and cloisonné covered jar sold March 17, 2012, for $1.54 million. The massive jar (21 ½ inches in height and 16 ½ in diameter) was subject to heated competition among more than a dozen bidders from the room, phones and internet before selling to a Chinese bidder in the room.
Natural Cladding Sandstones's curator insight,
June 5, 2015 6:47 AM
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Rare early 60s tv commercial for Mattel's Tommy Burst submachine gun detective set. This was my favorite toy of all time. Load in some fresh caps, pull the b... Via k3hamilton
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"If you’re a collector of Girl Scout items, or a former Girl Scout with goodies saved, contact your local Girl Scout troop or council to see how you can add to the celebration near you."
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A virtual city's worth of theatre buildings have been abandoned around the world - once centers of the arts, these now have other unique ghost stories to tell.
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Beijing, March 17 : China has overtaken the US as the world's biggest market for art and antiques, according to a report. The historic turning point was.
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I love vintage buttons. I am always drawn to big, intricately ornamented buttons, especially metal antique ones. But I do not restrict my taste only to metal; I love them made of wood, plastic and fabric.
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Estates & Antiques: What is it?A guessing game http://t.co/XC1AYoqV...
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After 244 years, the Chicago-based company is shelving its venerable printed edition in favor of its Web-based version, marking the end of one of longest chapters in publishing history. Via EDTECH@UTRGV
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Glamorous stars such as Eva Gabor, Sophia Loren, and Elizabeth Taylor wore Lucie Ann lingerie. -- Tips for collectors of vintage lingerie.
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It ought to come as no surprise that I covet past issues of Corset & Underwear Review -- however, the prices keep me away. *pout*
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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
Other Topics
A Marketing Mix
Adventures in advertising and marketing - the contemporary, the historical, and the hysterical. http://deanna.dahlsad.com/
Antiques & Vintage Collectibles
Collecting old things; heirlooms and new to you things! Companion to http://www.inherited-values.com/
Colorful Prism Of Racism
Racism past and present. Companion to http://www.kitsch-slapped.com/category/colorful-prism-of-racism/
Consumption Junction
Consumerism meets marketing; who & what manipulates the free market of goods & services. See also: http://www.kitsch-slapped.com/category/ze-big-mouth-promotions-stuff/
Crimes Against Humanity
From lone gunmen on hills to mass movements. Depressing as hell, really.
Cultural History
The roots of culture; history and pre-history.
Dare To Be A Feminist
For Art's Sake-1
Art, crafts, and the people who make them. To inspire and purchase. Companion to http://www.ululating-undulating-ungulate.com/
Herstory
History as this woman sees it. The serious, the kitsch, the opinionated. Companion to http://www.kitsch-slapped.com/
In The Name Of God
Mainly acts done in the name of religion, but also discussions of atheism, faith, & spirituality.
Kinsanity
Let's just say I have reasons to learn more about mental health, special needs children, psychology, and the like.
Kitsch
Mostly vintage and retro "badness" but you can decide how delicious it is. http://www.kitschy-kitschy-coo.com/blog/
Nerdy Needs
The stuff of nerdy, geeky, dreams.
Readin', 'Ritin', and (Publishing) 'Rithmetic
The meaning behind the math of the bottom line in publishing and the media. For writers, publishers, and bloggers (which are a combination of the two).
Sex Positive
Sexuality as a human right.
Vintage Living Today For A Future Tomorrow
It's as easy to romanticize the past as it is to demonize it; instead, let's learn from it. More than living simply, more than living 'green', thrifty grandmas knew the importance of the 'economics' in Home Economics. The history of home ec, lessons in thrift, practical tips and ideas from the past focused on sustainability for families and out planet. Companion to http://www.thingsyourgrandmotherknew.com/
Visiting The Past
Travel based on grande ideas, locations, and persons of the past.
Walking On Sunshine
Stuff that makes me smile.
You Call It Obsession & Obscure; I Call It Research & Important
Links to (many of) my columns and articles.
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