I started collecting vintage suitcases about 25 years ago to use as storage. I now have close to 100 of them spread throughout the house.
The Westinghouse Roaster-Oven: an accidental collection.
I didn’t set out to collect these old Westinghouse Roaster-Ovens. I thought it might come in handy to have a spare or two for parts.
Doll Collecting (for kicks and grins)
I took a road trip this weekend and picked up a traveling companion on my way home. When I bought my little buddy, the cashier at the antique mall asked if I collected dolls, I laughed and said, “Oh honey, if you only knew.” No, I don’t really collect dolls, I acquire them to scare …
Collecting Bedpans…someone’s gotta do it
It’s not a collection that I talk about very often because I don’t want to be put into the “weirdo” category from the get-go.
Collecting RED 3
February is the month of RED and here a few more of my favorite red things. I have a few old record albums that I love – this one is special, it reminds me of those sweet days of homeschooling my kids. I’m a sucker for Magic 8 Balls, vintage board games and Etch-A-Sketch!!! I …
Collecting RED 2
February is the month of RED and here’s a few more photos of a few of my favorite collections I’ve been collecting hot water bottles for years now. I keep them in an old enamel basin on the floor of my extra bathroom. . This is my mom’s chair that she treated herself to while …
Collecting RED
February is the month of RED! I thought it would be fun to post photos of some of my favorite red things around the house – enjoy!
I have a weakness for plastic Salt & Pepper shakers, vintage kitchen gadgets and handmade potholders!
I love old Pyrex bowls – the more colorful the better!
I get the biggest kick using these old kitchen gadgets every day!
This little toy stove and refrigerator, made by Wolverine are made of tin and are cute as can be. I love getting these old cookie cutters out at Christmastime when I make my sugar cookies.
Collecting Vintage Yardsticks
I became enamored with yardsticks back when my kids were little and learning to draw straight lines. It started off with rulers, and at the time I could only find flimsy plastic ones at the store. I found our first wooden ruler in a thrift shop and continued to buy extras each time …
Vintage Formica tables
I don’t know what it is about these old Formica and chrome tables that make me weak in the knees. I’ve gathered a small collection of these mid-century darlings through the years in various colors and sizes.
Collecting motel chairs
I’m not sure when the attraction began but I have had a love affair with old metal chairs for many years now. I can’t help it, they’re just so darn cute in their funky styles and fun colors. Maybe it’s because they remind me of the whacky & whimsical world of Dr. Seuss (they look like something that would …