Brighten Up A Vintage Green Glass Bowl With Yellow And Orange Plastic Fruit

Jazz Up A Vintage Glass Bowl With Fresh Or Artificial Fruit

Look how terrific this vintage green glass bowl looks with the addition of some bright yellow and orange fruit. This dealer at the Colllinsville Antiques Company spends a lot of time showcasing her antiques and collectibles. Just by adding a few pieces of plastic fruit (orange, pear, lemons) she has made this bowl come alive. And she is showing her customers how wonderful this bowl could look when they take it home for their own table. At home you could of course use fresh fruit.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Mount Collectible Magazines Or Magazine Covers On The Wall

Preserve Your Vintage Magazines In Simple Glass Frames

Paper collectibles need a great deal of care. This popular dealer at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, Connecticut mounts her collectible magazines on the wall in simple black metal or wood frames .

Framing Vintage Magazines

Most of her magazines are complete while a few of her hangings are simply the covers. In either case, this display idea is a really terrific way to preserve important collectible vintage magazines or magazine covers.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Add Some Excitement To Your Fall Decor: Mix In Some Turquoise With Your Orange Kitchen Collectibles

Orange Goes Great With Turquoise Or Aqua Collectibles
It's always lovely to see Antique shops decorated for the Fall season featuring all their orange, brown, green, yellow collectibles. Everyone gets in the Fall fling by adding a few pumpkins here and there and dressing up their presentations with gourds and leaves.

Add a Splash Of Turquoise

But sometimes all these "harvest colors" get a little B O R I N G ! So here is what I did in my shop "Kitsch n Stuff" , I shook up the orange groove with a jolt of TURQUOISE or AQUA. The whole thing happened by accident. I was in a re-design frenzy and when I had no place to to put the turquoise pottery planter, it landed with my orange kitchen-wares for a few moments. And then I stepped back and liked the combination. Orange and turquoise are great together......mix it up....add some excitement to your Fall decor!

P.S. Would you call the pottery turquoise or aqua?

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Set A Table With A Colorful Vintage Tablecloth To Perk Up A Collection Of Vintage Dishes And Glassware

Antique Dealers Sell More Collectibles By "Setting The Table"

Anyone in the antique business will tell you that it isn't all that easy to sell sets of dishes and glassware. Every time I buy a box of dishes I am
sorry! BUT, like all dealers..... we keep buying anything and everything.

Dishes sitting on a shelf look boring. And they are usually very hard to display. So one way to help move them along to another home is to show your customers how "lovely" they will look when the table is set. Select a complimentary colorful tablecloth to perk up the ensemble and add a nice vase with fresh or dried flowers to complete the look.

Photo taken at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, Connecticut

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Update A Vintage Lady's Drop Down Desk With Hip Painted Colors Of Citrus Orange And Apple Green

Turn An Old Secretary Style Desk Into A Groovy Looking Decorative Piece For Today's Home
Boy did I want to come home with this wonderful Lady's Drop Down desk I spotted a The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford,
Connecticut. And by the time I finish this post, I may decide to go back an claim this desk.

What a great idea to liven up an old desk with some COLOR! You often see these desks clean on the outside but a wreck 9on the inside. Now with a nice fresh coat of paint...and tow different colors as you can see, you have a FABULOUS
decorator piece.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Tips On Collecting Halloween Memorabilia, Party Goods And Collectibles

Collecting Vintage Halloween Collectibles: Tips For Beginners

I caught up with Halloween Collectibles collector Mark Craven busy at his pumpkin patch at Craven Farms in Snohomish, Washington. This guy has been collecting vintage Halloween memorabilia and holiday party goods for almost two decades. His massive collection has been featured in many magazines and books on Halloween antiques and collectibles.

So I asked Mark how a beginner collector of Halloween party goods will know the old stuff from the reproductions?

Companies That Made Halloween Collectibles

First he advises collectors to become familiar with the companies that made Halloween party goods such as Biestle, Dennison, Gibson, Luhrs and Whitman. Collectors should look for markings, stampings and the manufacturers name on the bottom of items you are considering to purchase.

The Chien Company made Halloween tambourines and noisemakers which are very collectible because of their wonderful graphics.

Another tip Mark gave me is to look at the "finish" of an object. Older party goods are not as brightly colored as reproductions. But this tip does not always hold true.

How To Date Halloween Party Goods
Looking at the shapes, designs, colors, materials,
graphics, lettering used for party goods such as paper plates, paper cups, paper napkins, banners, nut cups, party hats, tablecloths,accessories, horns, whistles, masks will give you some clues about the date of the piece.

For many collectors they are able to remember a particular decade. For example, if you grew up in the 1950s you may be able to spot party supplies that you may have actually owned. Many baby boomers remember the Crepe paper nut cups popular during the Atomic Era. The Dennison Company made a lot of Crepe decorations for many holidays including Halloween.

The Beistle Company made beautifully artistic and well illustrated lighter cardboard and honeycomb decorations as well as centerpieces in the 1930s. Some of these items sell for $100-$200. Beistle Roly-Poly table decorations (1930s) made of lithoed paper over cardboard in excellent condition sell for $70 -200.

Many shoppers find they get a sudden flashback when they see items from their childhood.

Start Hunting For Halloween Decorations

Beginning collectors will have a ball hunting for these quirky and nostalgic treats. When you start poking around antique shops, markets and thrift shops you will find a variety of treasures including postcards, greeting cards, party and paper goods, games ( board, fortune, stunts), Paper Mache, decorations noise makers, costumes, candy bags,candy containers, figurines and more.

German Halloween Collectibles

Once you begin to get familiar with common Halloween collectibles ($10.00-35.00) , Mark says you can than venture into the world of German Halloween collectibles ( stamped "Western Germany", "Containers Made in Germany"). You will find die-cuts, composition candy containers, lanterns, toys and figurals in themes of cats, pumpkins, skeletons, witches etc.
Halloween collectibles such as Jack-o- lantern candy containers of German Origin can fetch $100 -$1000 and more.

According to Mark Craven, rare German composition lanterns can be valued in ranges from $800-$2000 and higher.

Meet Mark B. Ledenbach of HalloweenCollector.com (Author of Vintage Halloween Collectibles)

Avid Halloween Collector Mark B Ledenbach (HalloweenCollector.com) and author of Vintage Halloween Collectibles has an excellent site with lots of valuable information and a gallery of photos of German Halloween collectibles. He currently is featuring a set of three 1920's German Candy Containers for sale (Black cat, Witch and Devil ) valued from $5000-$7,000.

Retro and Vintage Halloween Collectibles Available at Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT Year Round

While most antique shops pull out their Halloween collectibles right before the holiday, The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, Connecticut is lucky to have a avid collector of holiday collectibles who keeps an outstanding collection of revolving holiday collectibles including Retro Halloween goodies all year round. A professional designer, this vendor at Collinsville, has one of the most attractive booths you will find in any antique mall. Many other dealers at Collinsville also feature Halloween and other antiques and collectibles.

For More On Halloween Memorabilia Read: http://cdiannezweig.blogspot.com/2009/10/retro-and-vintage-halloween.html

Halloween collection photo courtesy of Country Living magazine. Photo of three German candy containers and the roly Poly honeycomb decorations courtesy of http://halloweencollector.com/gallery/index.php?action=full&picture=002.jpg TAll other photos were taken at The Collinsville Antiques company of New Hartford, Connecticut

Learn More About Halloween Traditions

Some interesting links about the history and tradition of Halloween courtesy of the website:http://www.vintagehalloween.com

Halloween A Christian Name with Blended Christian & Folk Traditions by The Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel

From the Library of Congress website: Halloween The Fantasy and Folklore of All Hallows by Jack Santino

History of Halloween, Halloweenmagazine.com

The History Channel: Halloween History

UrbanLegends.Com Halloween History, Customs, Folklore

Be sure to visit http://www.vintagehalloween.com/

Also visit http://halloweencollector.com/
C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Delicious Old Fashioned Matzoh Ball Soup At Katz's Deli In Woodbridge, Connecticut

Katz's Deli Has The Best Matzoh Ball Soup In New England
After visiting Katz's Deli Restaurant in Woodbridge, Connecticut, I believe I may have found the best Matzoh Ball Soup in New England.

In fact it may just be one of the best Matzoh Ball soups anywhere in the world. I was returning from a trip to "The Big Apple "(NYC) and was driving on the Merritt Parkway when the idea of stopping at Katz's Deli in Woodbridge, CT (Exit 59) was suggested.

Leaving The Big Apple In Search Of Matzoh Ball Soup

Now this idea is a bit funny, since we had just left NYC a state with probably the most Jewish Deli's in the universe. But we had left "the City" quite full from our BAGEL brunch and needed some driving time to make room for M O R E F O O D . But we didn't want a lot of food, so the idea of "doing soup" made sense.

Judging A Deli By It's Matzoh Ball Soup

Now if you know anything about American Deli's (short for delicatessen).... especially in the Northeast...... if the Matzoh Ball soup is GOOD...you can bet that everything on the menu will be quite satisfactory as well. And as I expected our deli sandwiches were also excellent. (I know I said we were just doing soup). Steve told me that he watched his mom making Matzoh Balls as a kid and the secrets are in his genes!

Kneydlalch Are Matzoh Balls

In Yiddish, Matzoh Balls are known as kneydlach (plural) or knedyl (single). Matzoh Balls are usually served in Chicken Soup and are made from Matzoh Meal and seasonings. While some folks like their Matzoh balls firm and dense, to me the best soups are served with Matzoh Balls that are light and deliciously fluffy. I have heard people refer to Matzoh Balls as
"floaters' or "sinkers". My mom called large , dense Matzoh balls "cannon balls".

Perfect Matzoh Ball Soup

Katz's Deli did everything right...the soup was served HOT...the kneydlach was fluffy, large (tennis ball size) and PERFECT, the carrots were sweet and FRESH, the soup was flavorful without being salty. In summary....the soup was AMAZING. Katz's "small" portion is very generous. The larger two ball option is enough for two people or extra soup the next day at home.

Jewish Penicillin

Matzoh Ball soup (Jewish Penicillin) is popular during the holiday of Passover at the Seder or on Shabbat (Jewish sabbath) or whenever comfort food is desired. For help with making Chicken Soup you might like a website called Feed Me Bubbe. Matzoh Balls can be made "from scratch" or made from already prepared mixes. Look online for recipes and experiment with

Or you can visit Katz's Deli in Woodbridge, Connecticut and have PERFECT Matzoh Ball Soup! I noticed a lot of customers coming in for "take-out soup " as well.

Katz's Deli Restaurant
1658 Litchfield Turnpike
Woodbridge, Connecticut
203-389-5301

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Tips When Photographing Or Showcasing Glass Kitchen Collectibles

When Showcasing Collectibles For Sale Or Online Photos Keep It Simple, Attractive and Colorful

Bottle Of Rain Vintage on Etsy.com really knows how to group together her collectibles to create a real charming and inviting homegrown look.

As you already probably have figured out, I like scouting out sellers who adore kitchen collectibles. And certainly, Bottle Of Rain Vintage caught my attention with these great vignettes.

In the top photos she is selling the polka dot bowl but has nested this funky item surrounded by red objects which really make for a colorful presentation. Notice how the "round" shape is repeated in the bowl, record album, clock, ball. And how the red and white colors appear in several objects.

Styling Glass Kitchen Collectibles

The second photo is featuring a glass pitcher with a cherry design, placed next to Pyrex bowls of similar color. In both of these pictures, the glass objects are showcased because they have been attractively styled with other collectibles.

Tips When Photographing Or Showcasing Collectibles

1. Group similar colors together.
2. Keep your presentations simple.
3. Use at least three objects.
4. Use table surfaces or textiles which do not compete with the objects.
5. When selling online, be sure to tell buyer what item is for sale.
6. Repeat similar shapes.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Using The Lid Of A Vintage Cigar Box To Create A Mixed Media Painting

Vintage Cigar Boxes Have Many Uses: Try Making Art On The Lid

What do you do with old cigar boxes that are falling apart? Many folks save the bottom and use them for storage or to display small items such as vintage paper, postcards or trinkets. But what about a lid which has separated from the bottom of the box? So many times you find old boxes that have either good bottoms or good tops but as a "unit" they just don't make it.

Cigar Box Lid As A Support For Painting

I can think of many uses for the bottom of the box, but what about the lid? Have you ever thought of using the lid as a "support" (surface) for painting or collage work? I sure haven't thought about this idea until I came across this wonderful hand crafted "painting" that was done on top of an old lid to a cigar box.

Using The Design On The Box To "frame" The Artwork

I love the way the artist integrated the "Cadillac red and blue design on the border of the lid to "frame" their painting. They also used old trim to add a bit of a whimsical touch. This very sweet painting was found at Antiques On The Farmington in Collinsville, Connecticut.

Aren't vintage cigar boxes so versatile? I use them in my shop opened to hold displays of vintage paper or pot holders. Sometimes I'll use a closed cigar box as a riser to boost the height of an object on display.

The second photo is actually the back of the artwork.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Dressing A Vintage Mannequin With A Shawl To Display Vintage And Costume Jewelry

Styling Is Important When Selling Vintage And Costume Jewelry

Dressing a vintage mannequin in a knitted shawl is a great way to show off your vintage and costume jewelry. Not only is this a practical idea, but by adding the extra pizazz you help customers visualize how lovely a piece of jewelry might look on an "outfit" or as an accessory.

Mannequins Invite Customers To Take A Look
"Styling" your antiques and collectibles is so important when you want to get the buyer's attention. I like the idea of a mannequin because it can usually be placed in a key spot in your shop or booth, invite shoppers to come take a look. While this white shawl looks lovely....you could try different colors as well. Just be careful to keep it simple so that the jewelry presents well.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Display Your Hanging Collectibles On An Asian Inspired Bamboo Room Divider

A Make Shift Wall Made From A Bamboo Room Divider Works Great As Display Space For Antiques and Collectibles

Wake up and smell the coffee...next time you go down to your basement or into your garage...look around..... you may just dig up something clever that works as a great display "fixture"


Using a Bamboo Room Divider

Once again, I found this idea at Antiques on The Farmington, in Collinsville, Connecticut. The dealer in this booth took what looks like a Bamboo room divider or ornamental Asian inspired "screen" and transformed it as a make shift wall which divides her space from the dealer next door.

The swirling Bamboo design is not only quite attractive but works very well to hang collectibles and artwork that is for sale. And guess what she used for "hooks"....ordinary paper clips opened up. Now that's a Retro Hang-Up idea I love.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

It's A Frame Up: Displaying Collectible Vintage Jewelry Using A Ornate Vintage Gold Frame

It's Another Retro Hang-Up: Displaying Costume Jewelry

I have another exciting idea to share with you about how to display vintage and costume jewelry. This clever solution was found at Antiques on The Farmington, Collinsville, Connecticut.

The gal in this booth took a pretty gold frame that is missing the glass and replaced the glass with fine black plastic netting . 9See product info below).

She hangs earring, bracelets and necklaces using hooks or even opened paper clips. Now this is a great easy way to display jewelry!

Where To Buy Plastic Netting

http://www.industrialnetting.com/garden.html

http://www.usnetting.com/


C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Wear Purple On October 20th For Spirit Day

What is Spirit Day?

The idea behind Spirit Day, first created by teenager Brittany McMillan earlier this month, is a simple one, not dissimilar to the idea of "Spirit Week" held in many high schools, and can be summed up in three words: Everyone Rally Together.

Spirit Day honors the teenagers who had taken their own lives in recent weeks. But just as importantly, it's also a way to show the hundreds of thousands of LGBT youth who face the same pressures and bullying, that there is a vast community of people who support them.

Purple symbolizes 'spirit' on the rainbow flag, a symbol for LGBT Pride that was created by Gilbert Baker in 1978.

As one of the event's Facebook pages says: "This event is not a seminar nor is it a rally. There is NO meeting place. All you have to do is wear purple."

Wearing purple on October 20 is a simple way to show the world that you stand by these courageous young people and a simple way to stand UP to the bullies. Remember those lives we've tragically lost, and show your solidarity with those who are still fighting. 'Go Purple'

Learn more about what you can do to support the teens who took their lives because of anti-LGBT bullying.

http://www.glaad.org/spiritday

http://www.thetrevorproject.org/


C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Collaging With Vintage Sewing Patterns

Altered Art Projects With Vintage Sewing Patterns
Here is another terrific idea for mixed media artists who appreciate vintage materials and want to collage in a retro style.

These wonderful collages were found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/Patsydoll. They are made out of old sewing patterns as well as the front and back covers of the actual packaging of the sewing patterns.

A Variety Of Art Elements To Use

What is nice about using all the different components of the sewing patterns is that you get a variety of different types of papers, elements (such as numbers, letters, writing, figures) and of course a range of colors.

Since vintage sewing patterns are very easy to find (especially
online) and are very inexpensive, especially packages that are soiled or torn many artists use the original materials when making art. But you could also consider
scanning your images and color copying them for multiple uses.

Collage Mediums

You can use Golden's Gel products for an adhesive or diluted glue.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Photographing Vintage Beverage Glasses Using Milk Or White Styrofoam Pellets

Tips About Photographing Vintage Glassware Or Milk Bottles

When photographing vintage beverage glassware it helps to fill the glass with something white such as real milk or something that will looks like milk .

"Faux Milk"

For "faux milk" try filling up glassware or glass bottles with pellets of Styrofoam or even white tissue paper. Although the tissue paper will not give you a nice smooth look.

It is easy to find Styrofoam pellets sold online in a variety of pellet sizes. Although I have not tried this, I imagine you could crumble up Styrofoam packaging and make your own filler. Many sellers fill milk bottles with Styrofoam filler when they display these items in their shops.

Photo courtesy of http://www.retro-redheads.com/

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Charming Shadow Boxes Made From Vintage Ornaments, Paper, Trim And Collectibles

Lot's Of Creativity At Patsydoll on Etsy.com

Here is a vintage shadow box idea for all the collectors out there who have lots of ""this and that and who love all their "this and that". Follow in the footsteps of Patsydoll on Etsy.com. If you are like me, I save everything....orphaned salt and pepper shakers......dolls without heads.......chipped figurines.......vintage cards.............you got the picture.

Assembling All Your Odds And Ends in A Vintage Shadow Box

Well now you can assemble all your "this and that" (charming junk) into a precious and colorful shadow box. OR...you can visit Patsydoll on Etsy and buy one from her already made!

Here is what Patsydoll writes about her "Today's The day" shadow box (top photo).

This charming shadowbox measures 5.75" wide by 7.75" tall and 3" deep. Nearly all vintage items-- chubby birds celebrate the start of a new day. An old ceramic planter is filled with plastic flowers and milliner's fruit. A background of vintage wrapping paper and images from old greeting cards flesh out the theme... Box is covered in vintage shelf edging and finished off with rickrack and an old button. Perfect for your sunny retro kitchen.

Holiday Style Shadow Boxes

Patsy also likes to do holiday shadow boxes. The adorable deer is called "Little deer Holiday Shadowbox". Here is a description straight from Patsydoll:

This 5.75" tall x 7.75" wide x 2.5" deep shadowbox features all vintage Christmas items. A glittered plastic Rudolph is of course the focal point. Box is lined with vintage Christmas gift wrap and dusted with a layer of angel dust glitter for that wintry feeling. Small shiny bright bulbs and a silver bell add to the holiday spirit. White wood frame is finished off with an old Christmas corsage and vintage tinsel.

Shadow box can be freestanding or hung by the attached hanger.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

1950's Pot Holder Weaving Loom By Transogram Toys And Games: A Collectible To Remember

BOY DO I REMEMBER THE FABULOUS TOYS MADE BY THE TRANSOGRAM TOY AND GAME COMPANY OF NEW YORK

I had to share with you this 1950's pot holder craft kit, I found listed at Pollydoodlesco on Etsy.com . This weaving loom and Jersey loops are in a boxed set made by Transogram Toys and Games, New York, NY.

Woolworth Jersey Loops

Take a look at those wonderful bags of Jersey loops in a Woolworth packaging. The adjustable metal loom is made of metal. The set shown is incomplete. It is missing the instruction booklet, hook and some of the wing bolts.

but boy does this set bring back memories. I particularly remember the name Transogram. According to the Lehman Brothers Collection of Business Archive (Harvard University) , Transogram started out in 1915, founded by Charles S. Raizen.

Companies Owned by Transogram
"Transogram made toys, games, playroom furniture, coloring, craft sets, and sports sets under the brand name Transogram. Over the years it added several wholly owned subsidiaries including Anchor Toy Corporation, Playwood Plastics Company, Toy Research Institute, Inc., Toy Scouts of America, Transco Adult Games, and Transogram Midwest, Inc.
Toys By Transogram
Transogram was the creator of many well-known toys. In the 1930s it expanded into the manufacture of games, including “Big Business,” which was introduced in 1935, and “Game of India” and “Tiddledy Winks,” introduced in 1938. It also developed the “Green Ghost” board game, and in the 1950s it sold the very successful “Prince Valiant” board game and a variety of “paint-by-number” sets."

http://www.library.hbs.edu/hc/lehman/chrono.html?company=transogram_company_inc

Photos courtesy of
http://www.etsy.com/shop/pollydoodlesco


Read More About Loop Pot Holders:
http://cdiannezweig.blogspot.com/2009/12/collecting-and-making-retro-kitchen-pot.html


C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Using An Old 1950's Refrigerator As A Showcase For Your Antique And Collectibles Displays

Retro Refrigerator Works Great For Displaying Collectibles

What a hoot finding an old 1950s refrigerator used as a display case to show off tschotkes they sell at Anthropologie in Manchester, Connecticut. I walked into the store and shortly found this old turquoise refrigerator open and stuffed with goodies such as candy dishes, ceramic plates, cookie jars, towels etc.

Wire Racks Work For Display Shelves

Everything that was placed in the refrigerator were items that were for sale. The wire racks were pulled out as display shelves. The inside of the doors were also used to present wine and bar accessories8including wine glasses and wine bottles as props.

Even The Plastic Vegetable Bin Works To Display Items

Every nook and cranny of the refrigerator was utilized for showcase space. Even the plastic vegetable bin or cheese bin was pulled out and had books for sale propped inside the handy compartment.

Buying A Vintage Refrigerator

This ideas is way too cool to forget, It's not that easy finding old turquoise refrigerator buy and to use. I have come across a few buyers who have acquired them for use as
"collectibles' in a vintage kitchen or store window. But if the refrigerator is going to be used as display space...it might be possible to find "bruised" models that will work just fine for
showing off collectibles or collections in the home or in an Antique shop .

Where To Buy A Vintage Refrigerator

If you keep your eyes open, you will find shops that deal in old appliances that may have connections to old refrigerators. Or scout around junk shops, on-line auctions, Craigslist, old homes being sold and flea markets. But I've never seen an old refrigerator at a flea market. I like the idea of buying a Turquoise or pink or yellow refrigerator...but of course these will be harder to find.

Happy hunting!

Photos courtesy of Anthropologie in Manchester, CT.

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Antique Shops In Seymour, Connecticut Decorate Their Windows In Pink To Support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Bring Out All Your Pink Collectibles To Show Support For National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (OCTOBER)

To celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) Antique Shops in Seymour, Connecticut decorated their windows and interiors with PINK displays of collectibles, vintage clothing and wall decor. Many shops took pride in re-organizing their usual displays to feature PINK themes.

When A Town Cares

This is a wonderful way to show support for this annual international health campaign which is organized by major breast cancer charities. October is the month that has been named "National Breast Cancer Awareness Month" .

According to Wikipedia, "in 1993, Evelyn Lauder, Senior Corporate Vice President of the Estee Lauder Companies founded The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and established the Pink Ribbon as its symbol,though this was not the first time the ribbon was used to symbolize breast cancer, in the fall of 1991, the Susan G Komen foundation had handed our Pink Ribbons to participants in its New York City race for breast cancer survivors".

Barbra of Barbra's Barn Antiques on Bank Street in Seymour was delighted to show me how lovely her PINK featured window came out. Barbra gathered up all her pink ceramics, planters, vases, jewelry, vanity collectibles, wall decor, blankets, candles, china, Depression glass etc.

What a wonderful idea for a town to adopt this campaign and for Antique shops to participate!

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.

Antiquing In Connecticut: Where To Find Vintage, Collectibles And Antiques

Where The Kitschy Collector Goes Antiquing in Connecticut

Connecticut Has the Best Antique Shops And Antique Malls In New England

Do you make the rounds when you go out antiquing? I am lucky to live in Connecticut where the antiquing is just splendid. Here are some of my favorite haunts.

I will keep adding to this list so that you will really know WHERE TO GO ANTIQUING
in CONNECTICUT and the best ANTIQUE DEALERS in Connecticut.

There are many more shops in Connecticut, but these are my favorites. I always am able to find something in these stores
Almost all of these Antique stores carry a wide range of vintage, collectibles and antiques.

Hunting for Antiques And Collectibles In Connecticut

As you can imagine, most times I am looking for
for kitchen and home collectibles. Along the way i have also discovered some upper end stores known exclusively for fine art, furniture and decor, these shops may be on this list, but for the most part the list below are eclectic shops.

By the way, also consider shopping in Woodbury, Connecticut for some of the most beautiful high end stores.

Guide:Connecticut Antique Shops

NEW HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT

Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford (New Hartford, CT) 860-379-2290

(Visit my shop "Kitsch n Stuff" inside this 22.000 square feet Antiques Mall)

Tree House Art & Antiques (New Hartford, CT)

Muddy Moose Antiques (New Hartford, CT.) 860-738-1737

WINSTED, CONNECTICUT

Carol Morgan Antiques (Winsted, CT.)

CANTON & COLLINSVILLE CONNECTICUT

Antiques On The Farmington (Colllinsville, CT.)

Canton Junk Shop (Canton CT.)

Queen Anne Antiques (Canton, CT)

Used Furniture of Canton, Canton CT)

BURLINGTON, CONNECTICUT

Burlington Inn Antiques (Burlington, CT) 860-404-1780

AVON, CONNECTICUT

The Coffee Trade Antiques, (Avon, CT) 860-676-2661

FARMINGTON/UNIONVILLE CONNECTICUT

J.P. Finishing Touches (Unionville CT) 860-798-2198

WEST HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT

Three Ladies Antiques 860-231-1678

BANTAM, CONNECTICUT

Old Carriage Shop Antique Center (Bantam, CT) 860-567-3234

LITCHFIELD, CONNECTICUT

Carey Sanford Antiques (Litchfield, CT) 860-567-4041

SIMSBURY, CONNECTICUT

Bleu Willow (Simsbury, CT) 860-264-1556

Farm Village Antiques (West Simsbury, CT 860-651-9599

GRANBY, CONNECTICUT

Salmon Brook Antiques (Granby, CT )

WINDSOR, CONNECTICUT

Patti's Treasures & Antiques ( Windsor. CT )
860-687-1682

GLASTONBURY, CONNECTICUT

Griswold Street Antiques (Glastonbury, CT) 860-657-2885

MANCHESTER, CONNECTICUT

Silk City Antiques Antiques And Decor (Manchester, CT) 860-533-1263

Craftsmen's Gallery (Manchester, CT) 860-647-8161

COVENTRY, CONNECTICUT
Memory Lane Countryside Antique Center (Coventry, CT) 860-742-0346

Memory Lane Too (Coventry, CT) 860-742-2865

Coventry Country Store (Coventry, Connecticut) 860-742-5336

PUTNAM, CONNECTICUT

Antique Market Place (Putnam, CT) 860-928-0442
There are many shops in Putnam, but the Market Place is my favorite.

ESSEX, CONNECTICUT

Valley Farm Antiques (Essex, CT.) 860-767-3007

CLINTON, CONNECTICUT

Clinton Antique Center, (Clinton, CT) 860-669-3839
MADISON, CONNECTICUT

The Nosey Goose ( Madison, Connecticut)
203-245-3132

STRATFORD, CONNECTICUT

Stratford Antique Center (Stratford, CT) 203-378-7754

SEYMOUR, CONNECTICUT

Seymour Antiques Company (Seymour, CT) 203-881-2526
Tickled Pink (Seymour, CT) 203-888-8898

Barbra's Barn Antiques (Seymour, CT) 203-268-9805


C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of Iantiqueonline.com an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café.To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.comVisit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Authors Guild, Inc.