Collecting 1930's Enamelware And Kitchenalia

Inside Sue's Kitchen: A 1930's Kitchenalia Collector

I just had to share with you this collection of 1930's kitchenalia. I was poking around the web and I spotted this wonder blog Kitty's Vintage And Kitsch. You know with a blog name like that, that I, "The Kitsch Collector" would immediately take notice. In the photo shown, Kitty is showing off a friend named Sue's kitchen. Look at all the enamelware in classic cream and green 1930's colors.  I adore the coffee pots with their traditional goose neck spouts. I wonder if Sue uses these kitchen tools and accessories? There is nothing like using old kitchen tools in the kitchen....look how long they have lasted!


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 I Antique Online 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.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of: The American Society of Journalists and Authors The Society of Professional Journalists

Stylish Red And White Retro Kitchen

When Is A Kitchen Retro ?  

What do  you think of when someone says "Retro kitchen" ? Are you thinking "pink and turquoise" ? What about "orange and yellow". Or even "lime green and black"?  Retro seems to mean different things to people depending on when they grew up. But is can also refer to a style which emphasizes whimsy, new interpretations of older looks and novel color combinations.

The Red And White Vintage Kitchen

As you already know if you have been following my blog or reading my books, I have a special place in my heart for "red and white" kitchens. I love the look of a red and white vintage kitchen.I just don't think of "red and white" as Retro. Now it's interesting, if you add a black and white or even large red and white tiled floor to a kitchen and accessorize with vintage red and white kitchen collectibles,  bingo...you are in the Retro zone.

Basically "Retro" is when the outcome is hip, cool, design conscious.  You can be stylish or
grandma-ish! It all depends on how you "put it together".

Image on top courtesy of http://manolohome.com/2009/10/22/ntb-loves-checkerboard-floors/
Image on bottom from  http://ths.gardenweb.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 I Antique Online 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.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of: The American Society of Journalists and Authors The Society of Professional Journalists

Painting An Old Kitchen Table White With Cherries

Charming Red And White Vintage Kitchen Table With Cherries

I recently spotted this wonderful old wooden kitchen table that was given a new life when the owner painted the table top white and added retro style red cherries.

Cherries Were Popular In the 1940s

Cherries were a favorite design in the 1940s , being used on kitchen products, aprons, textiles, clothing and more. Over the years many designers have brought back cherries to create the vintage look.

Painting An Old Kitchen Table White

Often you will come across an old kitchen table at a yard sale or in a shop and parts of it might be in very rough condition. Well here is the perfect solution, WHITE paint. With a little bit of attention to sanding the surface of the table and the right paint and finish, you can transform a junky table into a work of art!

Use A Stencil Or Free Hand To Paint Cherries

As you can see in these photos, the table top was painted white and red cherries and polka dots were added. You can make your own stencil of cherries or buy a stencil already made in a craft store. You can also paint the cherries free hand.

Adding Black Polka Dots

Look how nicely, red and white accessories look on top of the table. You will also notice black polka dots on the table top design. There is nothing as striking as red, white and some black accents. Vintage chairs were also painted white and the cherry motif was added to the chair seats. This is a very sweet set.

Painting A Wooden Table

There are many different strategies for painting a wooden table. You can read about this topic online or ask your neighborhood paint store clerk.
These photographs were taken at Salmon Brook Shops in Granby. 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 I Antique Online 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 Society of Professional Journalists

A Painted Green Shelf To Show Off A Vintage Teapot Collection

Tea For Two Or Three Or Four....

What I like about this teapot collection is that it is a mixture of old and new pots mixing together pots of all sizes and shape. The brightly painted green shelf is a winner serving as a wonderful colorful backdrop for this very eclectic collection of tea pots.

How much fun would it be to showcase your favorite collections in a special shelf like this green one shown.
You could showoff the collection of your choice such as teapots,or salt and pepper shakers or bowls etc. Once again a very sweet retro vintage inspired idea.

Photo courtesy of http://pinterest.com/pin/17721842/

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 I Antique Online 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.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Society of Professional Journalists

Where Are All The Good Kitchen Collectibles From the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s?

Who Has All The Fabulous Kitchen Collectibles of Yesteryear?

It has become so hard to find kitchen collectibles I don't get it...where on earth has all the good stuff gone? Who has it? I have come home empty handed after several recent buying trips to my favorite antique haunts.

Kitsch n Stuff Still Has The Best Selection Of Vintage Kitchenwares

Don't get me wrong, my shop, Kitsch n Stuff at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford still has a beautiful selection of older kitchenwares, but let me confide in you...I work very hard to add GREAT stuff to my FAB collection.

Prices Keep Going Up For kitchen Collectibles

And do I need to tell you that the prices for ordinary vintage kitchen-wares and accessories is in the ridiculous zone? Let's take common spice tins? Not too long ago, I could come home from a tag sale with a shoe box of tin spice condiments for $2 bucks. Now I am finding run of the mill (no pun intended) spice containers for $8.00 a piece. CRAZY !

The Challenge Of Finding Kitchen-wares For Re-Sale

The days of finding reasonable priced and adorable patterned kitchen canisters are over. You will now see whopping prices on these kitchen favorites which make buying them for re-sale a real challenge.

So Where Oh Where Are The Kitchen Collectibles?

But back to my original question...where are all the good vintage housewares from the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s? Do you have a clue? If you know where they are......write me at Dianne@cdiannezweig.com THANKS

Top photo courtesy of http://www.etsy.com/shop/PreserveCottage

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 I Antique Online 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 Society of Professional Journalists

Decorating Your Vintage Style Kitchen With Collectible Aqua, Jade, Yellow, Lime Pottery Vases And Planters

Using Vintage Colorful Pottery In Today's Kitchen

Pottery vases and planters from the colorful era (1930s-1950s) are charming additions to today's sleek stainless steel kitchens.

Choosing Complimentary Colors

I have paired aqua, yellow, lime and jade colored vintage pottery together to form a very delightful and fresh look in my neutral toned kitchen.

Vintage Aqua Teapots, Pitchers, Planters, Vases

Glazed planters, vases, teapots, pitchers are displayed in many different areas of my kitchen. And I am still adding more pieces to the collection as I find them when I am out shopping at flea markets, shops and second hand stores.

Vary The Shapes And Sizes of Vintage Pottery

It is important to vary the shapes and sizes but also to keep some organization by repeating complimentary colors. I have found that aqua, yellow, lime green and Jade go together beautifully. The yellow color seems to perk up the collection offering just a little change and excitement.

Sometimes, I will add yellow flowers to a Jade vase for the same element of freshness.

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 I Antique Online 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 Society of Professional Journalists

"My Italian Grandmother Blog":Old Fashioned Italian Cooking

Learn How To Cook Traditional Italian Dishes From An Italian Grandmother Named Emilia

This post is in celebration of all the wonderful Italian Grandma's who have shared their delicious Italian recipes with family and friends. I stumbled about this delightful blog called "My Italian Grandmother" with a tag line which reads "Recipes inspired by my Italian grandmother. And I added some nostalgic photos from the fabulous collection at Rolling Hills Vintage .

Michele A Young Italian Cook Who Grew Up In Brooklyn

The gal who started this popular blog is named Michele, a twenty-something young woman who was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, now living in New Jersey. But she is hardly a Jersey girl (as we see on T.V.) ......she is channeling her Italian grandmother Emilia who she called Nanny, who lived with the family until the "ripe age of 98".

Meet Grandma Emilia

Nanny (Grandma Emilia never wrote down her recipes and never measured anything, according to Michele who tell the story of her blog in her "About Me" section. So without any documentation of the recipes, Michele is re-interpreting the old fashioned Italian dishes with the help of her family. Often Michele experiments with a recipe in a cookbook, adding and changing accordingly with memories of how Nanny's approached the dish.

An Italian Cooking Blog With Music And Nanny's Love

When you open to the blog home page, Italian music is playing and you are immediately introduced to recipes and photos which will encourage you to start cooking or start eating or both. The photography on this blog is bold, clear and easy to follow.
Spatchcocked Roast Chicken

Today's post on "My Italian Grandmother Blog" is "Spatchcocked Roast Chicken" . Michele writes: "Spatchcocked. I hate that word. I've read a bunch of posts about this method of cooking and a lot of people said that they love this word and think it's funny. For me it's a mouthful and I'd rather say butterflied. In essence it's the same thing. The backbone is removed and the breast bone is broken so the chicken lays flat. This results in an even cooked, juicy and golden brown bird all over! No more flabby skin on the thighs! "

Remembering Warmly "My Italian Grandmother"

What is delightful about Michele's blog is that tells the story of growing up with Grandma Emilia (Nanny). Michele warmly remembers her Grandma and as she is cooking and later writing about her experience you hear the voice of a young women trying to bring back grandma in the best way she can...through her journey as a young Italian cook.

Making Homemade Manicotti, Ravioli, Cavatelli and Tagliolini.

Michele writes: "Growing up Nanny made homemade, Manicotti, ravioli, Cavatelli and Tagliolini. She made them all by rolling out the dough by hand. I remember when she made the Manicotti and Ravioli it seemed like it would take forever before we would start cutting (my favorite part because I could help). Nanny always said it had to be thin enough for you to see through it. In the past few years I have gained more knowledge about cooking and realized that what Nanny made were not really Manicotti but cannelloni. Manicotti are crepes made from a very thin batter and cooked in a pan on the stove. Since I'm baking challenged and am not very good with a rolling pin this seemed like something I could do. I never thought I would be able to say I made homemade Manicotti but I did !"

Homemade Manicotti (Adapted From Rao's Cookbook: Over 100 Years of Italian Home Cooking by Frank Pellegrino). Michele writes: This recipe can be found on page 55. I only used the recipe for the crepe part. For the filling, I just went with what I know.
Michele writes:" I made some small changes to the recipe. I used an 8 inch nonstick omelette pan and used much less batter than stated in the recipe. Instead of oil I used cooking spray and cooked them slightly longer than 30 seconds (at least it felt like longer). I got over 20 crepes which was probably because my pan was smaller than a crepe pan but the size was perfect in my opinion"

Crepes

Serves 6

Ingredients:

2 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Approx. 2 tbsp vegetable oil (I used cooking spray)

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. When well combined, whisk in flour until smooth. Set aside to rest for about 1 hour.

2. Heat a nonstick crepe pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush it with vegetable oil and return to heat. Pour a little less than 1/2 cup of batter into the pan, swirling to cover the bottom evenly. Cook for about 30 seconds or until it is just set and the bottom is lightly browned. Turn the crepe over carefully with a spatula or a fork. Cook for an additional 15 seconds or until set. Remove from pan and place on a piece of waxed paper. Continue cooking and stacking crepes until you have at least 14. The extra 2 will allow for breakage.

Filling:

I don't measure the cheese for the filling. I just taste it before I add the egg and add more cheese as needed.

2 lb container of part skim Ricotta
1 lb part skim Mozzarella block (of course fresh mozzarella can be used)
Locatelli Romano cheese approx 1 cup
parsley fakes
1 large egg
salt and pepper to taste
Marinara sauce, prepared (I used 2-28 oz cans crushed tomatoes and had enough for two batches of crepes)

1. Mix ricotta, Romano cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Taste. Adjust seasoning according to taste and then stir in one egg.

2. Slice mozzarella into matchstick size pieces.

3. Lay crepe on flat surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of ricotta (more if larger crepe) into the center of crepe and spread out to edges. Add mozzarella to center. (If you cut them into long sticks which I did with second batch you only need one stick). Fold one edge halfway over and then fold the other side to form a packet. Don't roll them or they will be too thick. They should be sort of flat.

4. Spread a layer of sauce onto a baking pan. Lay Manicotti side by side and arrange Manicotti until the pan is filled. Add another layer of sauce on top and sprinkle with Romano cheese.

5. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes and sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted.

Manicotti can be frozen two way. Arrange rolled crepes on a wax paper lined pan and freeze for about 1 hour. Take out of freezer and put the frozen Manicotti in a freezer bag between layers of wax paper. Store in freezer until ready to use. You could also prepare with sauce and place the whole pan in the freezer if you have the space. Let defrost and then bake when ready.

Kitchen collectible photos courtesy of http://www.etsy.com/shop/RollingHillsVintage

Visit My Italian Grandmother

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 I Antique Online 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 Society of Professional Journalists

Ideas For Your Yellow And Black Vintage Kitchen

Collecting Yellow And Black Vintage Kitchen Collectibles

Today I began my YELLOW and BLACK journey for kitchen collectibles. I have so much fun putting together different color combinations in my shop "Kitsch n Stuff". And it is time for a marriage of yellow and black.

Inspiration For Kitchen Ideas

All it takes for me to get started on a particular palette is to see an appealing display in a shop I am visiting and I am off and running with new ideas for my own shop.

Yellow, Black, Gray Is a Great Vintage Palette

Sometimes I will use the colors on a vintage tablecloth to help me figure out a new color combination .... or in the case of today's yellow and black vintage
kitchen, my inspiration came from a display of yellow, black , gray coffee mugs spotted at Salmon Brook Antiques in Granby, CT.

Yellow And Black Works For Bumble Bees (and Kitchen Collectibles)

Lets face it.....yellow and black has always worked well for Bumble Bees! Now I'm challenged to find yellow and black housewares and kitchen accessories to show you how great these collectibles look together.

Ideas For Vintage Kitchen Collectibles

Yellow and black (and gray) kitchen-wares, tables and decorative items were especially popular in the 1950s.

Also Look For:

1. Plastic kitchen canisters
2. kitchen scales
3. beverage glasses
4. lemonade pitcher
5. Pyrex (Gooseberry pattern)
6. Formica tables
7. aprons
8. tablecloths
9. stools
10. tin picnic basket

Table and Chairs Photo Courtesy of http://www.classickitchensandmore.com

Picnic Tin photo Courtesy of http://www.etsy.com/shop/RollingHillsVintage

California tumbler photo courtesy of http://www.etsy.com/shop/RetroRevival

Plastic canisters photo courtesy of http://www.ronebergcairns.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 I Antique Online 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 Society of Professional Journalists

Using A Piece Of Oil Cloth As A Kitchen Backsplash

Oh The Wonders Of Oil Cloth
The Thrifty Kitschy Housewife Series

Here is a neat idea which I discovered in a booklet from the early 1900's about using oil cloth as a protective wall covering behind sinks and stove.

Using A Piece Of Oil Cloth As A Backsplash

"If the wall around the kitchen sink is not tiled, put a large piece of thin table oilcloth on it.
fitted carefully around the sink itself, fastened with thumb tacks, or better, if possible, with a narrow molding which will hold closely to the wall. Splashings of water or grease can be wiped from the oilcloth much more easily than from the wall"

Source: Household Hand Book By Lily Haxworth Wallace undated

Photo courtesy of http://oilcloth.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 I Antique Online 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 Society of Professional Journalists

Red And White Kitchen Collectibles Featured At Kitsch N Stuff

You'll Find Plenty Of Red And White Vintage Housewares And Kitchen Collectibles At Kitsch n Stuff

My shop Kitsch n Stuff is packed with lots of red and white kitchen collectibles.
I am delighted with the look of red and white, colors that remind me of visiting my Grandma's kitchen in Brooklyn, New York. Many of the items that she had in her kitchen were from the 1940s when red and white kitchens were popular.

While I tend to buy a lot of vintage kitchen-wares in primary colors....I also acquire lots of pastel colored kitchen collectibles for my shop. Pink, a 1950s color is also sought after by Retro kitchen enthusiasts and collectors.

Red And White Kitchen Collectibles Are The Most Popular Color Combination

But now let me show off my red and white kitchen-wares which are by far the most popular color combination.

Before I pull apart my booth at The Collinsville Antiques Company to make room for a pastel collection, I thought I would show you some of my favorite red and white kitchen collectibles.

Always Fresh Finds At Kitsch n Stuff

I'm always bringing in aprons, kitchen canisters, spice jars, kitchen tools, doilies, enamelware, salt and pepper shakers, bowls, glassware and more.
Many people ask me where do I get my kitchen-wares? The answer is...I have built my collection or inventory that is for sale...one piece at a time. I'm always out shopping and bringing in lots of red and white collectibles, which I adore.

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 I Antique Online 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.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Society of Professional Journalists

Decorating Your Table With Homer Laughlin Dishes And Colorful Vintage Tablecloths

Introducing Table Top Time's Blog Featuring Fiesta, Harlequin, Riviera Dishes And Vintage Tablecloths

I stumbled across this AMAZING retro kitchen blog called Table Top Time . Daphne has oodles of photos of her collection of vintage tablecloths and tabletop collectibles. She likes Homer Laughlin China Company, especially the Art Deco Fiesta, Harlequin and Riviera dinnerware lines.

It is so hard to believe that so many of the dishes that we all cherish today, came from Five & Dime's back in the day. One thing is for sure, Daphne's color schemes are bold and exciting. In many of heer settings she likes to mixes and match different colored cups and saucers or bowls with different covers. GREAT JOB!

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 I Antique Online 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.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.comDianne is a member of: The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Society of Professional Journalists

"The Decorated Tumbler": Fabulous Older Reference Guide For Collectors Of Vintage Kitchen Glassware And Pitchers

Kitchen Houseware Collectors Will Adore "The Decorated Tumbler": Retro Heaven For Collectors

I just discovered this great reference guide from the late 1970's called "The Decorated Tumbler" by Hazel Marie Weatherman, Glassbooks,INC. This book is one of the best illustrated reference guides on kitchen glassware and pitchers you will ever find. It seems that everything is in this book. It is not a price guide, but rather a very comprehensive compendium of manufacturers reprinted catalog pages.

You will find the following manufacturers cover:
Hazel Marie covers Barlette-Collins, Federal, Hazel-Atlas, Hocking/Anchor Hocking, Jeannette, Libbey, Macbeth-Evans/Corning, west Virginia, Swankyswigs and more.

If you love kitchen glassware and collectibles from the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s you have to get your hands on this book!

Image courtesy of http://cgi.ebay.com/DECORATED-TUMBLER-GUIDE-WEATHERMAN-1978-/250752390643

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 I Antique Online 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.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of:The American Society of Journalists and AuthorsThe Society of Professional Journalists

Home Style Holiday Platters Catered by The International Deli Of East Meadow, Long Island

Have An Old Fashioned Holiday Party Catered by The International Delicatessen Of East Meadow: Catering Events For Home Or Office

This Holiday season, all you have to do is set your table and leave the rest to The International Deli of East Meadow New York. In business for generations, this Old Fashioned Deli is one of the best home caterers in East Meadow who does all the home cooking for you. Next time you ask yourself, "Who caterers parties in East Meadow?", think of the kitschy collector's column.

Old World Recipes At The International Deli Of east Meadow, Long Island

The Kitschy Collector has visited this Deli many times and attended many parties catered by
The International Deli. You will love their delicious hearty Deli platters, sandwich platters, appetizers, Cheese platters, gourmet sandwiches as well as homemade potato salad, health salads, Greek salads, Potato pancakes, knishes, pasta salads fruit salads, desserts, beverages to go, and more. All their food is prepared with old world recipes just the way you remember them in the Good Ole days. The International Deli has been catering parties for generations.

Holiday Cookies And Pastries At The International Deli Of East Meadow

And be sure to order an assortment of delicious cookies and pastries. The International Deli will remind you of earlier times when every neighborhood Bakery carried Black and White cookies, Rainbow cookies, cupcakes, muffins, Rugelach, Traditional Holiday cookies and fresh breads.
Now you can still get these goodies at this wonderful Deli specializing in home catering.
Serve A Fresh Roasted Turkey On A Vintage Silver Tray Or Ceramic Platter

And why Roast a Turkey, when the cooks at The International Deli will do all the catering work for you. In fact, take out your vintage silver trays and ceramic platters and serve your guests in style with food that was prepared in another home style kitchen...The International Deli. Everyday is Thanksgiving at The International Deli with fresh carved turkeys and favorites such as The Gobbler.

Celebrate At Home For A Nostalgic Catered Party

While I enjoy going out to parties, I also like the idea of celebrating at home. So skip the hassle of going out to a restaurant and have a Nostalgic holiday cocktail or dinner party right in your own office or home. this is the time of the year to pull out all of your gorgeous Holiday heirlooms and to enjoy the Holidays in vintage style!

These amazing Holiday table settings are from the collection of The Little Round Table. You will also see some of their linens featured in my book Hot Kitchen and Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s Second Edition.

The International Delicatessen
483 Bellmore Avenue
East Meadow, New York
516-481-5535


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.

Red, Green, Yellow Kitchen-wares At Salmon Brook Antiques in Granby, Connecticut

Vintage Kitsch n Stuff

Thought you might like to see some wonderful kitchen collectibles I spotted a few days ago at Salmon Brook Antiques in Granby, Connecticut.

Red & Green Vintage Kitchen-wares

I just love the combination of red and green...it so reminds me of visiting both of my grandmothers when I was growing up. Yellow and red kitchen-wares are another favorite combination for me.

Dutch Themed Kitchen Collectibles

And isn't the Dutch planter sweet as can be? What a lovely addition this planter would make in a Retro cottage kitchen.

In my book Hot Kitchen and Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s, you will find a section devoted to the history of Dutch style kitchen
collectibles as well as photos of planters, figurines, plates, textiles etc.

Red Ransburg Bread Box

The top photo shows a Ransburg bread box and single canister. While the canisters are easy to find....this style bread box is not that easy to find. The exterior is in very good shape, while the interior was a bit rough. But the piece is just great. RED always a very popular color and sells well.

You will enjoy Salmon Brook Antiques in Granby. CT It is a group shop will lots of charming antiques and collectibles and a lovely manager named Sharon.

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.

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.

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.

Collecting Hand Crocheted Pot Holders In Dress Designs

Adorable Vintage Crocheted Pot Holders

Here is a darling collection of hand crocheted pot holders of little girl's dresses. These precious kitchen textiles would not last a day in my shop.
Dress designs were introduced in the late 1940's.

There are lots of gals who love collecting pot holders and favor hanging a variety of styles on the wall. The more unique the style, the more the price for them goes up a bit. I have seen similar pot holder dresses sell for $10.00 to 16.00 each.

For more about pot holders, be sure to read Barbara Mauzy's wonderful book, "Gay & Gifty
Pot Holders", Schiffer Books.

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.

What's Hot In Kitchen Collectibles? Ask The Kitschy Collector

What's Hot In Kitchen Collectibles ?

I am so pleased at the way my shop (booth) "Kitsch n Stuff" turned out at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, Connecticut.

If only I could get my kitchen to look so sweet. But of course I bring all the great kitchen collectibles into my booth.

Kitsch n Stuff: Now Up-Front At Collinsville Antiques Company

To re-fresh your memory, I moved my booth from the back of this 22,000 square feet Antique Mall, to the front of the store. I took this opportunity to do a make-over, getting rid of the white elephants (stuff no one would want) and re-decorate with new ideas.

Great Summer For Rooster Collectibles But Not Pig Collectibles

While my cow collectibles had a sleepy summer, it's been a great time for roosters. They keep selling real well. Like my cows (which have gone out to pasture) my pig planters etc. are sitting way too long in my shop.

Where Oh Where Are The Piggy Collectors ?

Where oh where are the pig collectors. What I need is one obsessed piggy collector to come along and clean me out of all the pigs I have. Basically I need a pig collector to "pig out" on pigs!

Loving Those Chef Themed Collectibles

But even if roosters, pigs and cows are not your thing....how about chef themed collectibles. In my latest book, the second edition of Hot Kitchen And Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s, you will find an entire section on chef themed collectibles. In the photo show here is an example of an adorable wall decor chef.

Unique Kitchen Canister Sets

Unique vintage kitchen canisters in very good condition and priced well do sell. But the trick is finding "unique" designs. And when I do find them, I usually pay dearly and so a nice set re-sells for premium prices.

Other Popular Kitchen Collectibles

Other popular kitchen collectibles are unique crocheted pot holders, colorful printed kitchen towels, cute juice glasses, Pyrex refrigerator sets,
wooden advertising boxes, advertising products, coffee/tea collectibles, Range sets, McKee glassware, Deco kitchenware, kitchen tables and chairs and so much more.

For more information about kitchen collectibles, be sure to read Hot Kitchen and Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Beyond, just released in a new second edition form Collectorbooks.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.