Taylor Smith Taylor Every Yours

In my most recent podcast, I have discussed how you can find Taylor Smith Taylor's Ever Yours line for inexpensive in thrift stores and flea markets. This great 1960's set is featured on my third Living A Vintage Life Podcast and is a must hear.  What most people do not know is this pretty set is very 1950's looking and can still be found and assembled as there is quite much of it to still be had.  It is great to use every day in a vintage kitchen and no worries about chipping a piece , as a plethora exists.  Listen to my podcast as Ed shares with us how he came into this collection. 

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DinnerWear Jewelry Dinnerware Pendants Upcycled

DinnerWear Jewelry made this Pansy Pendant from Old China $48

Vintage Repurposed!

DinnerWear Jewelry on Etsy has a unique appreciation for old china or dinnerware.  See here how something broken, cracked or otherwise headed for the landfill is spared and made into something grand.  Behold the wearable art masterpieces from Mary Ann Wood.  From bracelets to necklaces you never know what you may find here.

Blue Willow Anyone? From plate to bracelet, you can have it all.

Some would call her a mixed media artist as she has a love for repurposing and reusing that which may of otherwise perished. She explains, "I have always loved working with old found objects and have collected china every since I was a little girl, so when I started DinnerWear Jewelry, it was a natural fit. " Designs come out of her studio in Franklin, Massachusetts.

You can immortalize something of your families to pass down generation to generation!

The best part of this shop is the fact you can send in an old saucer, or plate and have her make a custom design for you.  This way, the plate is passed down in jewelry form. As china may often get broken, a necklace hand-me-down seems so much easier.

Immortalizing old china forever, DinnerWear Jewelry loves custom orders.

Also in this shop you will find lovely creations (non dinnerware) made from old cameos and the like, but our favorite is certainly the dinnerware, immortalized in time forever!  Of course we can't get enough of the china though.......

Editor's Pick:

Lily of the Valley Necklace Repurposed by DinnerWear Jewelry

The Lily of the Valley is one of my favorite flowers, it is sweet smelling yet has an air of mystery as it is poisonous. No worries here, this succulent flower is captured in it's immortalized china form and offset into a sweet heart necklace. What does this pendant say to you? Perhaps the beauty of a Bride-to-be, your best friend, or your daughter.  Or, perhaps this is the perfect necklace for your Mother-in-law! For behind every good piece of china, there is certainly a story!

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Mad Home Style Russel Wright Mid Century Modern

 

Russel Wright Iroquois Stackable Creamer $13.99

If you like mid century modern and vintage goods, and decorating your home in mad-men vintage style, we have found the place for you.  MadHomeStyle on Etsy has the best retro finds!  There is a large selection of Russel Wright presently in the shop...

MadHomeStyle on Etsy has a large selection of Russel Wright

The shop is run by Jaime, from Richmond, Virginia. She is a lover of all things vintage, most especially Mid Century and Danish Modern items, and it shows! 

Funky Abstract Bowl, $16.99

New stock is always being added, and some of the great finds include:  Vintage California Pottery, Danish Modern, items made in Holland, melmac and melamine!

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TheIDConnection Vintage Curated By Roland Dressler

Vintage angels / cherubs, German, $20.00 at  TheIDConnection on Etsy

Roland Dressler has a successful vintage shop on Etsy, called TheIDConnection.  The shop opened in 2008 and has done well. Roland has over 1700 followers!  People are watching his every find, and he's built up a loyal fan base.   I am glad he gave me an opportunity to interview him!

Vintage Scottie Brooch $18 at TheIDConnection on Etsy

Q: Why do you think you are so successful on Etsy?

A:  First of all, I believe in doing business the old fashioned way. My shop is from Galveston, Texas  My customers are important and I give great customer service .  (Note: Roland even offers that if you are ever visiting Southeast Texas near Galveston Island he knows where all the gems are--the great little Thrift Shops & Resale Stores are located ... Mom & Pop stores with the unique Texana relics you're looking for, and he will help you find them!)

Q: When did you come to Etsy and why? 

A: I opened in 2008 and this stems from collecting antiques, primitives and vintage.

If you think this tractor's sexy....for only $125 you can snatch this seat up!

Q: What are your favorite vintage items?

A: Hmmm my favorites are, jewels, clothes and collectibles!


Q:  Anything currently in your shop with a great story?


A: I've sold many of my items to production companies in LA & NY. All my items have a story. I once sold an alligator purse to Courtney Love!

Gurley Candles : The ID Connection

Q: What item will you hate to see go and why?



A:   I love the art deco styling on this piece.   (Roland is referring to a 1930's bronze metalware piece featuring cranes. It's very well made and normally you see the older 60s and 70s knock offs done in plastic, but he's somehow coveted the real deal circa 1930's.)

TheIDConnection metal crane, circa 30s

Q: What else do you want readers to know ? 

A: You will find a huge SELECTION of Art, Jewelry, Sewing Pattern, Holiday related items, Supplies, Buttons, Vintage Paper, Millinery Flowers, Hats, Swimsuits, Clothing, Post Cards, Black & White Photography, Camera’s and more!

Tons of Salt and Pepper shakers in TheIDConnection's Etsy shop!

How to get in touch with Roland :
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Smile, Suzie thanks you....

Etsy Vintage Snippet: Enamelware Nesting Bowls

OurVintageHouse hits home with these great bowls.

I just want to say I adore these vintage enamelware nesting bowls by OurVintageHouse on Etsy. Out of Chicago this shop is loaded with all kinds of cool finds, but these bowls are my absolute fave. They would look great in any home. Imagine them holding croquet balls, potatoes, or fruit (you can always lay a paper towel in the bottom or small linen napkin).

Good design and color: Our Vintage House hits a home run!