50s kitchen accessories: eBay weekend picks

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Vintage transfers for 50s style kitchen and dinette: eBay pick of the day

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Link:http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=130166624758&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=003#ebayphotohosting

"Redi-Baker" for your retro kitchen: eBay pick of the day

This adorable Nesco Redi-Baker seems like a great countertop addition to any 50s style kitchen! eBay link:http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=280165098734&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=018

Stangl birds are classic 50s style: eBay pick of the day

Stangl art pottery is totally near and dear to my heart...

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Meyercord furniture decals: eBay pick of the day

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Fabulous mid century lamps with traditional 50s or 60s style -- Weekend eBay pick of the day #1

These mid century lamps are just gorgeous. Great shape, great design, great shades -- they have it all! They are well worth the price!

When you decorate in 50s or 60s style, remember, our moms were not slave to a "modern" look. More traditionally styled elements like these can look fabulous and ensure your decor is not too predictable. I have instructed my friend Linda B. to buy them but you can snap them up first if you move fast!

eBay listing ends soon:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Pair-Hollywood-Regency-Mid-Century-Modern-Table-Lamps_W0QQitemZ280163525897QQihZ018QQcategoryZ4056QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

50s and 60s style Thibaut wallpaper -- Weekend eBay pick of the day #2

My favorite wallpaper company of all time is Thibaut. They make beautiful wallpapers at a reasonable cost - not cheap, but a very good value for the quality they deliver.

I love their sense of style. In many cases it is quite timeless. Case in point: These 2 eBay wallpapers -- which I think would fit beautifully into a mid century retro renovation style home. As you can tell, I love the oriental theming. I did this in my foyer (with vintage paper) and it's awesome.

Importantly, you can also get these through wallpaper stores. Watch for a future posting on more Thibaut papers, I am going to do more research as I think this is a hot topic for many people.

Both papers are from the same seller, click here for one of them (my favorite) and then go to Sellers Other Items for more possibilities:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=140168522182&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=004

Retro 70s style chandelier set -- Weekend eBay pick of the day #3:

Okay, so these may be screaming 70s or 80s, but I am finding that once you get into retro mid century, you develop an appreciation for 70s and 80s style that has vision, integrity, panache, too. This looks to be a great set - a chandelier and a single sconce to tie rooms together.

Link to eBay listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=140169169150&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=004

Vintage Copper tone Wagon Wheel Chandelier -- Friday eBay pick of the day

I’ve always wanted one of these vintage Wagon Wheel lights, they are so cool. In fact, I may have to build a screen porch $$$ just to make a place. Remember – that the term “ranch home” came out of the west, from homes built on ranches. So this kind of western motif can be totally appropriate in a vintage 50s or 60s home, and is guaranteed to bring a big smile to anyone’s face! A retro light like this can go in a kitchen, a rumpus/family room – really anywhere that you’ve got the ceiling height. I like this one because it has 4 globes, so will provide functional illumination. And, you know that I like coppertone, it always warms up a room.

This listing is for the first photo shown, For purposes of illustration, I’ve shown a separate light on eBay (smaller, second photo), assembled and hanging, so you can see how this looks hanging. Note the 2 have slightly different detailing.

Link to eBay listing:
http://cgi.ebay.com/VINTAGE-WESTERN-WAGON-WHEEL-CHANDELIER-LIGHT-FIXTURE_W0QQitemZ270177494612QQihZ017QQcategoryZ13862QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Vintage Borg bathroom scale -- Thursday eBay pick of the day

I am absolutely opposed to weighing yourself - ever! But, I am an absolute advocate of finding a vintage bathroom scale to accessorize your retro reno bathroom! This olive-colored vintage Borg scale is promoted as being in mint condition...to be sure, the olive colors and design are great -- very late 60s, early 70s. Match this to the Olive colored towels (available from Lands End, watch for future post)...maybe even your wallpaper has a touch of olive?

BTW, don't settle for anything less than "mint" with these scales -- they can be had!

http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Borg-Bathroom-Scale-In-Near-Mint-Condition_W0QQitemZ190133982343QQihZ009QQcategoryZ4115QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

Tuesday eBay pick of the day: Coppertone kitchen canisters from West Bend

I am a huge fan of Coppertone accessories for your retro reno kitchen. There is really something about this color that warms up the space. These West Bend cannisters look to be in terrific shape and I love the black detailing!

Here's the direct link to eBay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=120172250441&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=002#ebayphotohosting

Monday eBay pick of the day: Vintage Woodard patio set

This vintage Woodard patio set is a great find. Even though the price seems high (compared to what I usually post) – it is very fair considering the size of the set, the desirable style, and the provenance.

I LOVE the occasional chairs – note the arms, they are terrific! If you can’t afford it or are too far from Detroit to really consider a pick-up, keep an eagle eye around tag sales where you live. These sets can be had – although it is rare to find so many matching pieces.

eBay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/EAMES-ERA-WOODARD-SCULPTURA-MODERN-12pc-PATIO-CHAIR-SET_W0QQitemZ170157502056QQihZ007QQcategoryZ63592QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Saturday eBay pick of the day #1: GE makeup mirror - mint in box

Hey, the holidays are just two months away. This is a simply a FABULOUS find for the vintage diva in your life -- sure to make her very, very happy!

eBay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=260169880377&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=016

Saturday eBay pick of the day #2: Club/tub chairs

I have a pair of chairs similar in style to these in my house. They are great. They have the right scale for the space, they're comfy, and they can be situated in a variety of locations. I love the upholstery including the fringe, and the great Danish legs, on this Buy It Now @ $315 pair. A good pick especially if you're in the St. Louis area, and can go pick up the chairs, saving on shipping.

Here's the eBay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=120136473060&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=002#ebayphotohosting

Saturday eBay pick of the day #3: Starburst clock

Every 50s or 60s home needs a starburst clock! While the "24-spoke models" (12 wood starbursts, 12 metal starbursts) are the most desirable among collectors, this more toned-down model has a really nice look -- and I like the idea that it's like new.

eBay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200161958764&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:PIC&ih=010

Friday eBay pick of the day: Vintage pink Sears hair dryer

If you've got the room in your bedroom or even your bath -- this would make for a fabulous addition. The listing says it's all metal, so it sounds quite substantial. And I love the label! I want it bad!!!

Here is the eBay link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=290168840431&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=019

Thursday's eBay pick of the day: Danish Modern painting

This painting is a reproduction - not what I'd call "dear" in terms of its underlying value. But it's just great as a purely decorate element for a "normal" mid century, retro reno home. I have something of the same vintage featuring an abstract bullfighter, and it just makes the room. I love this one's perfect retro color scheme, the abstract shape, and the size - which is not easy to come by. Would look great in a living room or office.

Here's the ebay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=180166500256&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=008

Wednesday eBay pick of the day: Vintage Ice Crusher

I have one of these, exact same model, in my kitchen - and it is fantastic...really heavy duty, works great, and terrific looking. My ice crusher is white - but I also really love the color described here...sounds like a light chartreuse, which is a great mid-century color. For example -- scroll down two postings and see how well this would go with yesterday's eBay pick, the barkcloth curtains! Buy them both, and you've got a great basis for a new retro reno kitchen look!

Here's the eBay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=270174473130&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=017#ebayphotohosting

Tuesday eBay pick: 8 barkcloth drape panels

One of the problem with my new eBay picks feature, is that I'm posting things I will probably want to buy - only driving up the price!

Case in point: These great barkcloth panels. You have 8 to work with, which is really hard to find. If you're using them for a bedroom and have, say, only 2 windows, use the other four panels to make pillow shams or even the center part of two twin bedspreads.

The pattern on these drapes is also fantastic - oriental, but homey. And the colors -- chartreuse, red, light and dark grey -- awesome! These are a great find!

Here's the eBay url: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=280159783674&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=018#ebayphotohosting

Monday eBay pick: Beatle Bobble Head dolls

SOLD: For $1019.

Okay, so this isn't about renovation and restoration. But how can you not love Beatle Bobble Head dolls? My single regret in life is that I had a set, which I sold at a garage sale when I was 12. I liked The Monkees better. Alas. Fortunately, I don't think I had the tall ones, like this auction. Let's all watch and see how high they go! Love love me do!




Link to eBay listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=140165050841&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=004