First up: In an age of lattes, cold brews, and "artisan" teas, we found ourselves smiling when we came across this 1945 ad for Maxwell House coffee, complete with military men enjoying the proverbial cup of joe from a seemingly simpler time.
It's followed by great toy trains from the 1940 Sears Catalog. For some reason, this shot is turning out "small"; see the larger version here
And finally, an oldie but goodie from 2010, Linda's antique dresser Christmas putz village! Love the background effects. Again, click on the photos and links!
ANTIQUE CHRISTMAS TREE PUTZ VILLAGE FENCES JUST DYING TO BE RECREATED! And we know just the guys who can do it! MORE HERE
Some fab posts from Toy Connect:
--The Flintstones at the drive-in; CLICK HERE and FOR FANS OF Built-Rite, a brief history of the company and a great example; MORE HERE
Selina found a very interesting paper site: www.planetjune.com/blog/papercraft/
HOMAGE TO WOOLWORTH'S--AND ALL THOSE FIVE AND DIME STORES--SO MISSED AT CHRISTMAS AND VALENTINE'S DAY! MORE HERE
SEE THE LAST EDITION OF MORE FABULOUS VINTAGE WEBSITE, FINDS, ETC. HERE
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Framing that scene with the two lighted Christmas tree was the coup d'grace. The talent that some people have for displaying their villages is remarkable. We just used to put ours on the shelf above the fireplace when I was a kid mixed in with some cut greens from outside. All these pictures are inspiring.
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