Unidentified Mid Century Objects

In my travels I have come across many beautiful things. A quick trip to e-bay or google will usually solve the mystery as to who made it and when. But as of recent, I have come up short on two. The first, a phenomenal brass coffee carafe with a teak lid and handle. It is stamped on the bottom with a W and a T in a circle and says Made Italy. Normally I would just be thrilled with finding such a cool piece of mid century serving ware, but some guy in line behind me looked at the mark and told me he thought it might be really valuable. So now I have to know!

The other piece is just adorable. It is a mid century Gustavsberg style ceramic horse. Looks like a cross between a Stig Lindberg and a Lisa Larson piece. And the most curious bit? The riders head is on backwards! His legs and body are facing one way and his face the other! Is it valuable? Maybe? A knock off? Quite possibly? Vintage? I think so... I am counting on the ebay mid century discussion board for some clues.

In the meantime, they are beautiful pieces that I am enjoying having around the house.

Can You Say Suitcase Fetish?

It would seem that I have a suitcase addiction. Until I find an SA meeting in my area, I will continue on with the suitcase hoarding. It's not that bad, really. I do share my love with my fellow Etsy-ers! Coming soon to Haus Proud on Etsy.

Pyrex Sneak Peek

Still to list, Pyrex in every size shape and pattern! Here are just a few...

Sneak Peek at the Great List A Thon 2009

OK, I seem to have found myself completely backlogged on listing new items in my Etsy store! And not just a little bit. I have half a dozen lamps, three or four sets of dishes, trays up the yin yang, an extensive Pyrex collection and a million and one random, fantastic things to list! Here is a preview of some of the things that will be making their way into the shop this week.

I have enlisted help and we are working like gangbusters to get everything washed, dried, photographed, weighed, measures and listed (phew!).

I Love Lamp

I have had my eye on this amazing mid century orange lamp at the thrift store and it goes half off today! Only problem? I can only imagine what kind of nightmare that store is when they half all the prices. As it is you can barely get past the people and furniture. And they said people line up early for Saturday sales! Agh, what to do. Guess I have to figure out just how bad I want it.

My Sister Said My Blog was a BUST

And she is right. But I am bound to rectify this situation! This will henceforth be a blog of awesomeness!

On a fun note, I went to an estate sale today and bought half the estate. They kept thanking me. All I could say was, no, thank you. They provided me with some seriously fun plastic housewares, some great glass bottles and a bunch of clocks (6 to be exact).

My drying rack is a smorgasbord of really cool stuff!

They said that everything will be deeply discounted if it is still there tomorrow at noon. Guess I know what I am doing tomorrow afternoon...

In other news, the second spot in the Sherman Oaks Antique Mall is 90% there. Half of it is my moms clothes, shoes and purses and my furnishings and decor occupy the other half.

The Great Dilemma

After three years of complaining about our dishes we decided it was time for a change! Being an avid vintage shopper, I was on the hunt for something mid century and a little fun. In one day I found not one, but two (!) sets! Each one comes with a few missing pieces (but also a few extra goodies) and some imperfections.

They were both well priced (about 1/8 what you would pay for a new service for 8!) and just cute as can be! So how could I decide? Ahhh yes, buy them both and decide later. Besides, I get to list the "losing" set for my fellow Etsyians.

So friends and family, I ask you, which should I keep?

FYI, the blue leaf pattern is Noritake and the yellow one is Franciscan.

So, Why Blog?

It's not like I have all this extra time that I am just looking to fill up. So why start a blog? And why now?

Good question. I'm not sure I quite know the answer. But I know that I want to share things. I want to share some of the wonderful tips and advice I have received over the years. I want to share the wonderful world of remodeling an older home. I want to depart wise advice upon you all. OK, so there is a good chance that won't happen. But if I am lucky, I just might get some from you!