NeverTooOld

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Dig Those Vintage Digs!

Vintage Clothing. I can spend hours browsing Etsy shops for such. I've even a shop that sells the same, "Vintagicity". From the Victorian era to the vintage days of the 80's parachute pants, vintage digs are here to stay. I've assembled some of my fave pieces from some fave Etsy team members shops to share with you. I hope you dig these vintage digs!

Check out this groovy 1960's Twiggy mod dress from...

SurfandtheCity

an awesome summer time mini!

With fall on the way, this beautful 1970's Wool coat with Pom Pom cuffs is sure to be a hit!

Find these and more at....

Click Here To Visit This Shop

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A new member to Team Vintage Vertigo and owner of vintage apparel shop....

UnitedVintage

Daniel brings to you some very cool vintage digs like this....

1970's Hector Powe men's two piece Tweed Wool Long Country Designer Dandy!

Vintage original 1950's Harrods Chester Barrie three piece Designer Suit.

Do stop by and visit...

UnitedVintage

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Here's a couple faves from...

Brittany

at...

TheSaltyBeatnik

Have a look at this...

Vintage 1970's Neon Summer Maxi Dress

Would make an awesome addition to your vintage apparel collection!

This beautiful Vintage 1970's Cream Crochet Embroidered Hippie Dress is sure to fit the summer bill and affordably priced!

To see more of Brittany's wonderful Digs, you'll have to visit her Etsy shop...

Just Click Here!

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I hope you'll stop by and visit these wonderful vintage apparel shops to see all they have to offer!

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

A Vintage Toy Passion

Collecting vintage toys has been a huge part of my adult life. One of the greatest toys produced, arguably, have to be Mattel's "Redline" Hotwheel cars and play sets. They appeared on the scene in 1967/68. The first set of cars now dubbed "The Sweet Sixteen" are shown below.

They ranged from concept cars like the "Beatnik Bandit" (1) to the "Python" (16). One of the most elusive of all vintage Redline Hotwheels is the rear loading (meaning the surfboards load through the back window) "Beach Bomb" shown below.

A couple of this particular version of cars have been sold on Ebay for well over $10,000.00 with none ever having been found in it's original packaging like the cars shown next.

Following the introduction of the cars came the sets, race sets that is. One of the most desirable sets of all time is the "Snake vs. Mongoose" Drag Set.

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Harder and harder to find these days at garage sales, thrift shops, and the likes, every now and again I happen upon a car or two and sometimes an awesome set like this ....

1968 Hot Curves Race Set in almost new condition with all the documentation, a Redline Python, and "36 Ford Coupe". I couldn't believe my eyes and was totally beside myself, lol. Rare are they to find in this condition unless you want to take a 2nd mortgage out on your home and buy one on Ebay.

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Although HotWheels will remain my favorite of vintage toys, old slot car race sets like this Marx brand "International Race Set" come in a close second.

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I'll collect and/or sell Train sets like this

1950's Marx Mechanical Wind-Up set with Engine, Tender, Gondola, and Caboose.

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Some are played with, some just displayed, but all are cherished ....

Little Golden Book Dolls

Kenner's Give A Show
Projector 1968

Yonezawa Toy Company Battery Operated Radio Controlled 1960 Cadillac Fleetline Police Patrol

Vintage Masterworks Record Player and Assortment of Vintage Children's 45 rpm Records.

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From Cars to Planes to Barbie, and Games. Hunting for, and finding vintage toys will always and forever be not only a hobby, but a passion. I hope you've one too!

HAPPY HUNTING!

Monday, January 27, 2014

Verse me your Sustenance

The sustenance of life
your life, ours
given one time around
what's your plight, desire

lend to me yours
as I shall mine

hold back not
to me your devine

the sustenance of life
be it yours or mine
lend to oneanother
yet not be defined

Lend me your verse
and I'll lend you mine

NeverTooOld

Thursday, January 9, 2014

January Favorites

Following are some of my favorite vintage items from some favorite Etsy shops and fellow team members. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do and please feel free to leave a comment.

The following piece is not only very cool, it reminds me of one of my all time fave movies, can you guess which?? Offered by Etsy shop owner Thomas Ludes of...

2ntmarnd

(Second Time Around)

is this awesome Ross Art Cookie Jar

Stop by and see more this shop has to offer!

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Not new to Etsy, but new to team Vintage Vertigo are Michele and Daryl, owners of Etsy shop ....

Cromatic Wit

Who's passion for antique and vintage finds bring fantastic items like this

Illinois Bell Systems Western Electric Rotary Phone in stunning black

A gorgeous piece for any home or office.

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I'm a huge fan of vintage lamps and thought that this particular lamp may just fit someone's bill....

A gorgeous mid-century Ceramic Lamp with Burlap Shade in lovely Earthy tones would add bit of charm to any room and can be found by visiting Elizabeth at the ....

Electric Flower Room

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Dolls have always been one of my fave vintage toys. With that, I found this lovely ....

1984 Gorham 12 inch Holly Hobbie Porcelain Four Seasons "Spring" Doll

from Etsy seller

Crazee Cowgirl Vintage

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Vintage Apparel and Accessories can be found by visiting ....

Mississippi Gypsy Fashion

and treat yourself to a lovely piece of jewelry or this enchanting ....

Hollywood Halter Evening Gown in Orange with matching Chiffon Capelet

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Click on any of the shop links above to be taken directly to each respective shop and I hope you stop by some of the other fantastic vintage products shops. Thanks for stopping by!!