Vintage Patriotic Dress

Look at this patriotic look. What a dress. Obviously the film has been colorized. It looks to be  mid to late 1800s  but I may be wrong.

This dress would certainly be a fun one to wear. She looks proud to be an American. 

I’m not quite wearing something like this today but… I will be wearing red, white, and blue.

Happy 4th, America!

Happy 4th of July Independence Day - 2024

Happy 4th of July!

May you celebrate our American freedom with friends and family today. 

We’re having family over for the annual 4th swim in our pool. It’s going to be a scorcher here so the water is welcome. 

Stay cool…

and may God bless America. 

Happy Independence Day.

 

Vintage ‘80s Hickory Railroad Engineer Stripe Overalls

I just listed these fun '80s Osh Kosh B'Gosh engineer stripe overalls. While well-known as an iconic pattern, it is rare and hard to find. Osh Kosh B'Gosh is a classic.

These overalls are from the '80s, made in the USA, of all cotton. 

Now, if these had been from the '40s or '50s, there's a good chance I'd be holding onto them for a little bit longer. And wearing them.

Even more rare, are the older ones - if you can find them. There aren't a whole lot of them left.

There has been a huge uptick in work wear over the last few years, so these overalls will probably get snapped up soon. People want the old wear and patina; the age that other folks made in overalls, denim, jackets, and the like.

I love them too. 

They're in the shop. ♥

 

Northern California Heat in July

When the 10-day forecast looks a little like this...

There will be a lot of this...

Stay cool Northern California. It's a little sweltering over here.

-H

 

Vintage Thrift Haul │ My Thrifted Finds - 2 July, 2024

Today's thrifted finds were fantastic. I love how they all go together. This happens a lot ... the matching. But that's probably because I love neutrals and denim. So naturally, that's what ends up in my cart.

My thrift haul is this:

• Two pairs of overalls - one from the '70s, the other from the '90s. Again finding overalls (for me) is like finding money... they sell, they sell fast, and I never have enough in my shop. Having sold over 500 pairs over the years, they're my best-selling item.
• Two vintage '70s mugs (may keep one, but I will sell one too... aren't you proud of me?)
• Three vintage belts - all circa '90s.
• One pair of capri pants, circa late '60s
• One sweater, women's circa '80s, by Furstenberg
• One vintage '80s Shenandoah pattern Pyrex 475 casserole (for my collection... I didn't have this size yet! Such a fun find for $7.50.)

Have a great week. All items will head to the shop this week.

And stay cool. In Sacramento, we're headed for 110 degrees or so today (which isn't normal.) 

I'll be in the pool...

-H

 

Margaret Tarrant | Welcome July

I can’t believe July is here, but the temps tell me it’s here whether I’m ready for 111 degrees or not.

Here’s another Tarrant art piece for July, and as usual, her pieces are ethereal and magical.

Happy July, everyone.

Vintage Mug Monday

Today’s vintage mug is a gift from a dear friend. It’s actually from Guatemala and I LOVE IT!

The blues in it are tremendous. And the design reminds me of peacock feathers.

Look how well it fits in with the rest is my collection. I have nothing like it and it’s such a precious gift to me.

The best thing about great friends is they know what you love. And that is like a kiss. 

Happy vintage mug Monday.

May your mug be vintage and your coffee hot…