by Sally Thompson | Aug 12, 2025 | antiques, Birthday, Collections
Celebrate the Past with Antique Birthday Postcards Images from Sally Thompson’s personal collection (And yes, they’re available for purchase now on our eBay store: ebay.com/usr/granitemom48) Before the age of digital greetings and e-cards, birthdays were...
by Sally Thompson | Jul 28, 2025 | antiques, Collections
Whirligigs: The Antique Folk Art That Spins With Charm Images from Sally Thompson’s personal collection Among the most whimsical and captivating pieces of American folk art are antique whirligigs—those charming wind-driven contraptions that spin, twirl, and...
by Sally Thompson | Jun 11, 2025 | antiques, Collections, Father's Day
Shaving Mugs and Mustache Cups Victorian Treasure Collectibles Images from Sally Thompson’s personal collection When searching for a truly unique and meaningful Father’s Day gift, consider stepping back in time to the refined rituals of the Victorian era. Two...
by Sally Thompson | May 6, 2025 | antiques, Collections
Silhouettes: The Art of Shadows Before the Camera Photo by Benjamin Davies on Unsplash Before the camera lens became the go-to medium for capturing a loved one’s likeness, people relied on the gentle curves of a profile, cast in shadow, to preserve memories. The...
by Sally Thompson | Apr 3, 2025 | antiques, Collections
Blue Milk Glass Written by Blue milk glass, also known as opal glass, has a rich history that dates back to the 16th century in Venice. It was originally created as a competitor to porcelain, offering a unique aesthetic and affordable alternative. Over time, the term...
by Sally Thompson | Feb 21, 2025 | Collections
The Art and History of Perforated Paper Needlework Written by Sally Thompson Origins and Popularity Perforated paper needlework, a unique form of decorative stitching, gained immense popularity between 1860 and 1900. This intricate craft utilized punched paper or...
