Halloween Vintage Visitors: 1950s - 2026. That is a lot of years!

 In no particular order:

I made a number of these handmade cats in the late 90s. New men's socks, stuffed with fiberfill and then used sewing/craft odds and ends for features. I kept one for a reminder that on rare occasions I can 'do'.

Relatives who then lived in Minneapolis (1950s) brought this wooden doorstop to my Grandparents when they visited. It is the only one I have seen like this.

The latest addition not vintage yet. 2026 scarecrow from a local thrift store. I was going to put it on a broomstick. Instead, I put it in this pail and it is on my porch. Postal carrier likes it.

In between. Maybe the 1990s or earlier. Wooden cats with wire whiskers. Again not readily seen.

Happy Halloween. Here's hoping you are recycling and decorating.

Confessions of a true vintage person:

I not only love mismatch dishes but I love partial sets (please do not send any sympathy cards).

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August: Cast of Characters. Vintage Props, Displays, Stand Ins, Understudy and Furry Tilly (no AI). Rehearsals are done. History is here!

 

If you want to learn something new, read an old book.

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Anybody Getting Off on the Ninth Floor? Are You Looking for an Antique Thimble??

 "THE AFTER HOURS". TWIGHLIGHT ZONE 1960

Isn't it time for the mannequin rotations? Cobwebs and all.

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APrIL 2026: Pretty Paper. Still thinking about Vintage Tea Table Settings! (popular word EASY)

Vintage inspired paper napkins coordinate well with tea table settings.

Tea tables can be organized by color.

Tea tables can be mismatch.

Paper niceties add a special occasion touch. Easy and not time consuming.

I am always on the look out for one-of-a-kind things.

I like to buy off season. Sidewalk sales are a great way to score.

 Easy storage. Easy self care.

The thought this month: New habits are easier acquired by piggybacking on an old habit.

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New Vintage Category coming soon to Gracious Cottage Shop

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From my collection over the years...