Everything Old is New Again

Article by: Linda Grossman

"Art Deco Style"Â as a popular term, really came into regular usage during the 1960's, during the revival of interest in the style it represented and remains in use today.

For me, it was what contributed to a way of life in my home , Rejuvenation Station: Your as Your Sanctuary from the late 1920's until the early 40's. Being a middle class "depression family"Â we were able to avail ourselves of the abundant mass-produced, machine made products. , Interior Design Resolutions - 10 Simple Redesign Ideas to Redecorate and Refine Your Home These were dubbed "kitsch"Â - a German word meaning "trash."Â Today, kitsch is often spelled with a capital "K,"Â and one can pay more today for a Chase Chrome item accentuated with Bakelite than my mother did for an Art Nouveau vase then. The key word here is "stylish."Â It was cheap in price then but it had style. As I clearly recall, the kitchen , Interior Design Resolutions - 10 Simple Redesign Ideas to Redecorate and Refine Your Home was the heart of family life - as it still is in many homes , Contemporary Bathroom Vanities today.

Our table was set with colorful tablecloths, some of which were "State"Â themes, if the family went on vacation and they would bring home , Paint Your Lounge a souvenir tablecloth - such as Florida or California. Mom would wear aprons that also had themes, but always cheerful and colorful designs. , Decorative and Faux Painting Is Fun But Don't Start Until You Read This Tea towels were used - sometimes they were converted into cafÃƒÂ© curtains for the kitchen. , Interior Design Resolutions - 10 Simple Redesign Ideas to Redecorate and Refine Your Home Napkin rings made of Bakelite and Lucite, some with animal themes, created a festive table and went perfectly with the Bakelite flatware in bright colors. , Chile is Hot, Hot, Hot I recall food , Incorporating Plant Stands and Indoor Planters in Your Home Decor being prepared and served with equally attractive Bakelite utensils. Although the times were not the best, items such as these created a happy atmosphere. To me, its look stayed with me until today!

It gives us pleasure to say - welcome to Evelynne's Oldies But Goodies and the world of collecting "Kitsch"Â today! Utensils using Bakelite and other Vintage Plastics, , Toilet Seats the vintage fabrics and tablecloths in bright and striking colors , Toilet Seats are decorative, useful and functional additions to the home , Rejuvenation Station: Your as Your Sanctuary and are sought after by collectors today. Kitchenware utensils and tableware such as Bakelite flatware, napkin rings, pastry serves, beaters, choppers, dough blenders, potato mashers, spatulas and servings spoons and of course Bakelite handled ice cream scoops, are just examples of the fabulous Vintage Bakelite kitchenware items available to add just the right amount of vintage pizzazz to your kitchen , A "Wild" Idea To Make a Bold Decorating Statement today! One should be eclectic in choosing Vintage Bakelite home , Buy Window Blinds to Improve the Look of Your Place accessories - mix and match all the fabulous colors , A Guide to Baby Scales and styles available.

It pleases us to say that at Evelynne's Oldies But Goodies (a mother-daughter partnership!), we specialize in and have considerable knowledge in and bring these authentic vintage items and more to you - from our home , The ABC of Being a Good Interior Designer to your home! , Say Goodbye to The Wooden Window Shutter Please stop by anytime and browse our large selection of authentic Vintage Bakelite Kitchenware and other items of the era - our pleasure to welcome you and assist you with anything you see!

Linda Grossman and Evelyn Roth http://www.rubylane.com/shops/evelynnesoldiesbutgoodies

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