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A Fisher-Price Christmas

December 9, 2021 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

The Fisher-Price Toy Company was founded in 1931 by Herman Fisher, Irving Price, and Helen M. Schelle. While none of the three had much experience in the field of toy manufacturing, they shared a vision to produce a line of toys that would stimulate the creativity of a child. As … Read More

It’s Downhill All the Way — The Flexible Flyer

December 2, 2021 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Collected for their beauty, charm and historic relevance, antique sleds are one of the fastest growing categories of holiday collectibles. Sleds from the late 1800s and the early part of the 20th century can demand hundreds of dollars in mint condition. Even those which have been restored can be of … Read More

Make it a Vintage Christmas for 2021

November 25, 2021 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

With Thanksgiving 2021 a mere memory (except for the leftovers) and a hint of snow in the air, our thoughts have turned to Christmas and all the joy that comes with it! This year I am joining the ever-growing number of families who are decorating “vintage.” Thinking you might do … Read More

The Tradition of Noritake

November 18, 2021 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Each year, on the night before Thanksgiving, mom would call my sister and I into the kitchen where we would spend the next hour carefully hand washing my grandmother’s beautiful set of Noritake china. We would then take mom’s fine linen table cloth and napkins and her best crystal and … Read More

Soda Fountain Collectibles

November 11, 2021 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

In a simpler time, before the advent of fast food and drive-thru service, there existed in most towns a drugstore with a soda fountain. It was very basic setup. A long Formica counter lined with short metal stools welcomed patrons who enjoyed a cherry Coke or a root beer float … Read More