I've had some nice thrifting trips over the last few days, all small things but they bring a little joy nonetheless!
I have loved calligraphy since I was a child and my grandparents bought me a calligraphy set for my birthday. This has been a fun book to flip through. About a month ago I bought a book by Mortimer Leach ,Lettering for Advertising. When I opened the paperback shown above the same owner's name was written on the inside cover!
I am falling in love with vintage books. I can't understand how anyone reads on a Nook (Knook?) or other device full time. The feel of a book in your hands is so comforting (sorry, cheesy, I know). I put this set together from my recent finds from antique markets and thrifting. I listed it in my Etsy shop on Thursday and it sold on Friday! They've only encouraged me, now I'm prepared to list endless books this week.
This poor platter was in horrible shape when I discovered it. A little baking soda cleaning has it looking lovely. It's from Buffalo pottery and has the raised buffalo mark on the back. I'm researching when the various marks were used in order to date this platter.
This pewter cup was found at an "upscale resale" shop. I got it for a great price, I suppose because it is already engraved. Personally, I love silver and pewter that's been engraved. If you have or are trying to create a collection I think the engraving makes for interesting conversation and makes your collection unique.
Cheers! Happy thrifting...
You found some lovely and unique items. I, too, need to feel the paper in my hands when reading. Take care~
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your fun finds. I love old books too. Can't seem to get enough of them. And I love your Buffalo China platter. I've been collecting them recently and love the clean lines. I'm visiting from Thrift Share Monday. I hope you'll stop by Cottage and Creek and say 'hi'.
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