Since Tammy and Austin are planning an Easter extravaganza later in the week, I pulled out a bunny-themed book. Do any of you own this book? When it comes to mid-century illustration, these illustrators are standouts. Alice and Martin Provensen illustrated over 50 books, and several of my favorite vintage books feature their lively illustrations. […]
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Weekend Finds: Part II
Like Tammy said, we like to head out to the monthly flea market obnoxiously early. This gives us a first look at what people have to offer and also to chat with our friends and vendors. Getting up at the crack of dawn paid off in at least my favor. More of that to come. […]
Snag Christmas Party: Part II
Tammy and Austin can walk into any flea market or tag sale and know what I’d be drawn to. We’ve been thrifting together for so long that I think we could almost split up into three different locations and find many of the things we would each buy. Therefore I’m not surprised that everything unwrapped […]
Snag Christmas Party: Part I
The Snag Team had our Christmas party the last weekend in January. Austin hosted the party since his home was still a vintage holiday wonderland. Today I’m sharing the fun gifts I received. First up are these thermoses to add to my growing collection. I’d say I have 20 plus of these metal thermoses. The […]
Color Palettes: I Can Fly
If there is one thing I love stumbling upon more than anything, it’s vintage children’s books from the 1930s–1960s. And one of my favorite finds is I Can Fly by Ruth Krauss and illustrated by Mary Blair, copyright 1950. This book is written wonderfully, but what really steals the show is Mary Blair’s illustrations. This […]
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