This year for Halloween I put out some old and new finds in our apartment. I have finally invested in some vintage hard plastic pumpkins and I definitely hope to grow my collection (they're on the top shelf and are the two smallest pumpkins shown). The largest pumpkin is new (as in not vintage), but I got it in Portland two years ago. When John and I were preparing to move, I was willing to sacrifice it (give it away) to save space in moving, but John insisted I keep it. I really love it and I kind of obsessed about getting it and it definitely gets people talking when they see it.
I found a really fantastic antique urn I've been searching for on ebay on-and-off for several years. And it was a good deal! I cut some random weeds in our alleyway and I think it looks very autumnal and a little bit creepy.
I somehow divided up my Halloween decorations into colored groups by orange and black and black and white. The small witch silhouette (pictured below) was for supposed to be enlarged for a yard decoration, but I kept it small. Also, our beloved (stuffed) corgi Cornwall has been getting cold recently so he's bundled up to stay warm. And finally, I've been very eager bake and decorate sugar cookies. I think my attempt at frosting cookies this year turned out well enough.
Have a very Happy (and scary) Halloween!
I'm not much a car enthusiast, but after visiting the Wisconsin Automotive Museum it's hard for me not to appreciate the design and fun ways people use to get around. In the early part of this past summer I was lucky enough to visit the automotive museum that had a large variety of cars and other modes of transportation. From cars to carriages, buggies, a small plane, and even a train--the museum was two stories and was full of interesting modes of transportation that were nicely displayed for people to enjoy. I loved the black top green car with a special side holder for a bag of golf clubs as well as the small teardrop camper that would be fun to use today. The fact that the museum had a steam engine was also very impressive. Next time you encounter a car or transportation museum, make sure not to pass it by.
There is a store in Chicago that really floats my boat. With vintage imports direct from Paris, a wide array of hotel silver, and very creative window and product displays P.O.S.H. is a very special place. If I ever had a store of my own it would be heavily influenced by P.O.S.H. The owners and store associates create clever and elegant displays for different seasons and holidays. My first visit definitely lived up to my expectations of seeing so many rare objects and beautiful finds. I found three silver salt spoons for my jadeite salt cellars, which I like to use for special dinners. I'm looking forward to trying them out soon. It's very assuring to know that a store so unique and whimsical is in Chicago.
