Wishes for a fun Halloween Day! Try not to eat too much candy!!
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
It’s Fridays Flea Market!!
Offered today are two wonderful items! The first is a pair of gorgeous vintage plates with pink roses and lily of the valley.
The second item is a darling little vintage vanity tray.
Both can be found at the The Cozy Cottage And while you’re there, please take a look around. You never know what you’ll find!!!
The second item is a darling little vintage vanity tray.
Both can be found at the The Cozy Cottage And while you’re there, please take a look around. You never know what you’ll find!!!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Sweetheart Compacts
Of all the powder compacts in my collection, my World War II Sweetheart compacts are by far my favorite. I think they represent the best of America. Patriotism was the utmost importance and Americans rose to the challenge of the times.
Most of these compacts were probably sold in PX’s for the soldiers to bring home on leave. With the rationing of metals during the war, these were probably a splurge. They were given with love and pride. Pride in our country, pride in our military, and pride in the women left behind working to keep their family and country going strong. Each one has a story we’ll never know. But every time I touch them I think about the woman who used them. What was she like? How did she cope with the war and her loved one being gone and not knowing what the next day will bring? And does she know now how grateful we are today for what this entire generation has done for us?
Air Force and V for Victory Compacts
Military Hat Compacts
Here are some contemporary patriotic power compacts. “The New York Spirit” (apple) compact and the smaller “America the Beautiful” compact were released after 9/11. Although they may have been in the works before the attack on September 11th, at the time of release, these compacts were purchased with great pride and love for our country.
I also display my patriotic solid perfumes with my powder compacts. Definitely fun and go well with the rest of the theme.
And to the men and women serving our country today – a heartfelt THANK YOU! God Bless You and God Bless America.
Most of these compacts were probably sold in PX’s for the soldiers to bring home on leave. With the rationing of metals during the war, these were probably a splurge. They were given with love and pride. Pride in our country, pride in our military, and pride in the women left behind working to keep their family and country going strong. Each one has a story we’ll never know. But every time I touch them I think about the woman who used them. What was she like? How did she cope with the war and her loved one being gone and not knowing what the next day will bring? And does she know now how grateful we are today for what this entire generation has done for us?
Air Force and V for Victory Compacts
Military Hat Compacts
Here are some contemporary patriotic power compacts. “The New York Spirit” (apple) compact and the smaller “America the Beautiful” compact were released after 9/11. Although they may have been in the works before the attack on September 11th, at the time of release, these compacts were purchased with great pride and love for our country.
I also display my patriotic solid perfumes with my powder compacts. Definitely fun and go well with the rest of the theme.
And to the men and women serving our country today – a heartfelt THANK YOU! God Bless You and God Bless America.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Yesterday's Antiquing Finds
Twice a year, my home town has a nice, but small antique show. The autumn show is always the best and this year was no exception! I found lots of wonderful vintage and cottage chic goodies. Here a just a few of my finds.
Funny how the collecting powers of the universe work. I’ve been collecting vintage powder compacts for years. Lately I haven’t been pursing them. But three lovelies found me yesterday! These first two are from the 1933 Chicago Worlds Fair.
Funny how the collecting powers of the universe work. I’ve been collecting vintage powder compacts for years. Lately I haven’t been pursing them. But three lovelies found me yesterday! These first two are from the 1933 Chicago Worlds Fair.
And I just fell for this charming little book. The cover is a soft green with gorgeous pink roses and a silver spine. And the seller, a wonderful shabby chic gal, added the matching ribbon and sweet tiny button. Oh, her booth was cottage heaven! I also picked up this cute filigree and silhouette powder compact. It’s an oldie and I just love it!
This gorgeous vintage Warner Christmas pin is a little early holiday splurge for me!
I picked up a lot of other sweet finds, and regret a few a left behind. But it was a wonderful day!
Thursday, October 16, 2008
My first Friday Flea Market!
Offered today is this gorgeous set of vintage Wilendur Royal Rose napkins. Wonderfully cottage chic pink roses to go with your Wilendur tablecloth or mix with a romantic lace tablecloth.
These beautiful napkins can be found on my webstore The Cozy Cottage. And while you are there, please take a peek at my other cozy vintage items. In honor of my first Friday Flea Market event, I’m offering 10% off your entire order! But only for today, Friday October 17th. Use coupon code FFM01.
These beautiful napkins can be found on my webstore The Cozy Cottage. And while you are there, please take a peek at my other cozy vintage items. In honor of my first Friday Flea Market event, I’m offering 10% off your entire order! But only for today, Friday October 17th. Use coupon code FFM01.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Antique Shadow Box
I just love the old frame and the workmanship that went into it. The inside needs new life. But what? All the accessories in it are glued in and together. Yes, that beautiful vintage purse - glued in! And I like the blue fabric background but I assume it’s ruined. So ladies? Any advice as to how to remove these items and any thoughts on what I should put in it? Until I’m hit with a charge of inspiration, I’ll hang it as is. It’s still sweet, but I need to make it mine….
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Friday Flea Market
I am excited to announce that I have joined Friday Flea Market! Please stop by my blog and my webstore The Cozy Cottage this Friday for the featured item.
I'd like to thank Polly from FFM for helping me get started. Thank you Polly! And I hope to see everyone this Friday!
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