Prequel To A Mix Tape.

Vintage tape recorder, from Lovely Vintage Etc.

Need more vintage? Visit our sister blog, Featherette, and check out today's post filled with vintage "geekery" finds.

Rebirth Of Slick.

Vintage Eagle oil can, from Maude and Lola.

There's a fundamental rule in regards to most vintage items: metal is greater than plastic. I guess they just don't make 'em like they used to...

More vintage garage finds (under $25) on our sister blog, Featherette.

A Pretty Pair.

Vintage glass cream and sugar set, from Wise Apple.

Vintage pairs make me giddy. It's like having two treasures in one! And if you're a picky coffee drinker like me, you can't have your cream without your sugar. And that makes this lovely set perfect!

If you're a fan of pairs, you may also appreciate these mid-century modern salt and pepper shakers, from Tom Laurus Vintage.

Billed, Paid, Shipped, Received.

Vintage rubber stamps, from Treasure Darling.

I love, love, love vintage office equipment and supplies. Everything was made with such purpose back then--much different from their plastic counterparts in today's world.

It's vintage week on our sister blog, Featherette. Today, we're recounting a tale of vintage treasures past: the Paymaster check imprinter.

Retro Is Served.

Vintage kitchen utensils, from Ameelia Bedelia.

We love the lime green, yellow combo--to us, it's vintage gold! After all, what could possibly be better than eating something yummy with bright yellow fork?

More fascinating vintage finds on our sister blog, Featherette. In fact, today's post is all about vintage kitchen goodies under $25!

Faux Bois Beauty.

Vintage GE toaster, from Found Beauty Studio.

I love vintage. And I love vintage toasters. What's not to love about a little faux bois action coupled with a dose of shinny chrome!? And it works too!

Are you a lover of vintage? Check out the "A Vintage Life" series, all this week, over at Featherette.

We've moved!

The Half Pint Review has joined forces with Blackbird Tees! Our new collaborative blog, Featherette, was officially launched in January 2011--which sadly means the Half Pint Review is no more...

But fear not! If you love handmade and vintage goods, you will love Featherette! Each week, a revolving theme helps us corral our ever-wandering minds, and we're able to bring you our favorite-est of favorites--on a daily basis. So come on by and join the fun!

Sew Simple.

Vintage sewing finds, from The Old Red Hen.

Find more vintage, rustic, minimalist, cottage charm (and wonderfully-photographed items, I might add) in The Old Red Hen's Etsy shop.

Prime Time For Your Pad.

Vintage Zenith B/W TV set (and stand), from Johnny Vintage.

I'm putting this out there right now...this is what I want for Christmas. Of course, if you can't afford this, feel free to peruse Johnny Vintage's Etsy shop and find me something just as awesome.

Game, set, match.

Vintage wooden Rawlings tennis racquet, from FunRetro.

More vintage goodies in FunRetro's Etsy shop.

Throwback.

1990's floral romper, from The Rad Vintager.

More vintage style in The Rad Vintager's Etsy shop.

All Aboard.

Vintage plastic railroad train miniatures, from B Modern.

Vintage Pyrex Delight.

Vintage Pyrex bowl, from The Vintage Apartment.

Prime Time For Your Taste Buds.

Vintage TV set salt and pepper shakers, from DomestiKate.

Deceptive.

Is it a phone? Is it a clock? Is it a lighter? Only time will tell...

Vintage "Timelite" phone clock, from Bellalulu.

New is Old is New

Most of the time, when I hit the local Goodwill down the block, I find nothing but discarded IKEA leftovers.  Either that or loads of couches and desks (circa 1987), lots of broken (or on their way to being broken) cd players, and the occasional gem--used socks.

I'm not sure where The Sunday Times Market find their stuff, but the stuff they find is amazing.  Perhaps it's some sort of magic spell they cast upon thrift store merchandise--just before they walk in and find each and every vintage treasure to be had.  Maybe they're members of a secret society of estate and yard sale attendees--where only the most interesting, colorful, and charming vintage pieces are revealed.  Whatever the reason, they've got an incredible knack for finding the perfect item for that (fill in the blank) in your (fill in the blank).

So if you're still searching for that perfect item to add some charm and vintage appeal to your living room, bedroom, or kitchen--stop looking....The Sunday Times Market has already found it.


Green metal planter box, $28

Instant collection: vintage clocks, $32

Set of 9 topiary espalier mugs, $105

Numbers handled stamp, $38

Fire escape sign, $90

Retro turquoise chairs, $250

The Goods:

Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/thesundaytimesmarket
Blog: www.thesundaytimesmarket.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/STmarket

I'll Take Potpourri for $800...

What is awesome?  "Jeopardy", that's what.  And the host of the long-running game show, Alex Trebek, has been doing his thing for decades.  Mustaches were cool, uncool, and then cool again...all under his tenure (and nose).  My all time favorite Jeopardy category was "Potpourri".  This was basically an excuse to put all the leftover bits of trivia (not otherwise easily categorized) in to one cleverly arranged group of "answers".  Unpredictability ensues.

These Etsy lovelies remind me of the random beauty of that category-of-old.  Enjoy.

What is antique?

 

Antique brass leaf earrings, from j Frances Design - $19.

What is a buddy?

"Best Friend Mooks", from My Grey Sky - $60.

What is sweet?

Vintage Tupperware sugar bowl trio, from Anna's Portfolio - $12.

What is symbolic?

"XOXO" die-cut note card, from Sweatbeaker - $4.

What is insanely cute?

Whole utensil set of earrings, from Alliteration - $12.