Rae Dunn Pottery: Love It or Leave It?
It’s puzzling how a simple line of pottery could spark such passionate controversy. I’m talking about Rae Dunn, the California ceramic artist whose work has […]
Collecting Café Au Lait Bowls
There are few greater pleasures than sipping a creamy hot cup of coffee from a cheerful ceramic café au lait mug. Oversized, colorful, and often […]
Victorian VR: Stereoscopes Seeing Revival Among Collectors
In the 1800s, an early form of virtual reality captivated the world. A small wooden contraption called a stereoscope, accompanied by curious double photographs, immersed its […]
Measuring Tapes: Collectible Toolbox Staples
Ask a carpenter or sewist to present their most-prized tool, and they’ll likely hand you a tape measure. Regardless of size or durability, early versions […]
Calamityware: Chaos in the China Cabinet
The next time you admire a piece of transferware china, look closely at the intricate landscape scenes and skies filled with . . . wait—those aren’t birds—they’re […]
Old License Plates: Small Tags, Big History
The average automobile license plate may look rather unassuming, but collectors and artists seek out these versatile pieces of metal for their bold colors and […]
Amusement Park Souvenirs: Tiny Trinkets, Big Memories
I adore amusement parks—those shiny, happy places with heart-pounding rides, junk food, and a photo op at every turn. It’s nearly impossible to leave without […]
Lou Nuccio: A Hardcore Hard Rock Cafe Pin Collector
Just as Nuccio’s collection began with one pin, the global Hard Rock Cafe brand started with one restaurant.
George Higby: Cheerful Goodwill Hunting with The Antique Nomad
Meet George Higby, a.k.a. The Antique Nomad. He travels around the country appraising antiques and vintage items in his many YouTube videos.
Sadie Seasongoods: A Crafty Recycler
Meet Sarah Ramberg, or Sadie Seasongoods— a self-described “crafty recycler” who makes new, upcycled projects from old common materials.