I'm beginning to wonder if the title of this blog is a misnomer. I do enjoy frugal living and writing about it, but since I'm semi retired (again!), former interests have taken a larger part in my life. It's been fun, being able to bake a loaf of bread when I want to, planning a garden more thoroughly, knitting bed socks and blankets and rummaging through thrift stores for favorite treasures.
Some of these favorite treasures are collectibles, mostly from the 20th century. I enjoy Depression Glass and marketing history, among other things, so I thought, "Why not?" Why not write about that, too? I couldn't find a reason not to, so I did. :)
The Story of Fire King from Anchor Hocking
Quaker Oats Premiums Through the Years
Maybe that will give you a clue as to why I love to shop at thrift stores. Besides clothing, books and more modern household items, they can be great sources of collectibles to keep, give as gifts or sell. Why not?
I enjoy marketing history, too - especially all things "americana".
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My interest in marketing history is pretty much limited to Americana, too. We've had quite the history.
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ReplyDeleteFun post! We drink our morning coffee from peach lustreware Fire King mugs and ead our oatmeal (and lots of other stuff!) from T.S.T Chateau Buffet bowls - the ones that are brown on the outside and turquoise inside.
I love collecting these and many other vintage dishes and kitchenware and use 'em all in my kitchen as well as for display. Finding a "gem" cheaply at a rummage sale or thirft store makes my day!!
Furgal collector,
Bette
I agree, Bette, it's quite a thrill to find a cool piece at a thrift store. :)
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