In a world of disposable appliances and fast-changing technology, few household items survive long enough to become true family heirlooms. But for one family, a Chambers 90C high-back stove has done just that—serving as a daily reminder of history, tradition, and the warmth of home. This remarkable stove belonged to the owner’s grandmother, who passed […]
Old Stuff
my mother’s jewelry
I made this Santa from my mother’s jewelry and it’s the only thing keeping me breathing through my first Christmas without her. She died in September and left behind boxes of costume jewelry, decades of brooches and earrings and necklaces she’d collected from thrift stores and estate sales. My sister wanted to donate it all, […]
A Spin Back in Time: Laundry Day With Grandma’s 1972 Washer
There’s something oddly comforting about stepping into a different era—especially when that era is sitting right in Grandma’s laundry room. Her 1972 washing machine, still humming faithfully after more than five decades, is proof that some things were simply built to last. No digital screens. No complicated cycles. Just sturdy buttons, a smooth dial, and […]
Guide To removing Dry Erase Marker From UGG
Step-by-step guide to removing dry erase marker from UGG suede: 1. Stop using rubbing alcohol. Alcohol can dry out suede and sometimes set the stain deeper. Don’t worry — no permanent damage has been done, but let’s switch methods. Method 1: White vinegar (safest for suede) This is usually the most effective and gentle method. […]
A Moment Preserved: A Mid-Century Kitchen and the Heart of Home Cooking
In this softly faded photograph, time seems to pause in the middle of an everyday ritual—one that anchored families and homes for generations. A woman leans toward an open oven, checking on a foil-wrapped roast or holiday bird. Her dress, patterned and neatly fitted, reflects the practical elegance of mid-century fashion. The scene captures not […]
Rediscovering a Forgotten Treasure: A Vintage Hoosier-Style Kitchen Cabinet with Art Deco Glass
Tucked away in the quiet corner of an old outbuilding, coated in decades of dust and time, stands a remarkable survivor from America’s early kitchen history. This tall, cream-painted cabinet—its finish worn and chipped from years of service—still radiates the craftsmanship and character of the era in which it was made. With its geometric leaded-glass […]
Does this quirky-looking item look familiar to you? The Mystery Tool From Your Childhood: A Roller Skate Key If you grew up between the 1950s and 1970s, you might recognize this curious little object. At first glance, it looks like a bottle opener or a small woodworking tool. However, its true purpose is far more […]