Monday, May 21, 2012

A Simpler Time

 

When I see some of the decorating that is being done in kitchens now days I am just amazed at the amount of money spent!

I like to imagine what it was like when these items were popular….

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Is this not the cutest idea?????

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And who wouldn’t love cherries????

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Or morning glories, Oh my gosh! And be sure to get ready for that spring line…..I would want them all!

And during World War II:

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Love what this says…..:)

 

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This was shelf paper and edging all in one…..

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Again, shelf and edge all in one….

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So many cute cute motifs, and I am sure there were 100’s more…I know I have a few that are not in these ads…..such fun fun items and such a simple way to add color and personality to your kitchen!

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23 comments:

  1. Musings from Kim K.May 21, 2012 at 1:23 PM

    Love that shelf edging paper. Darling! Great ads.

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  2. Erica of Golden Egg VintageMay 21, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    They are so cute! I picked up a couple at my favorite antique store the other day! I was so happy to find them, because I had been looking. I'll post about them. I'm glad you shared this with us. So cute!
    Erica :)

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  3. Tammy's in LoveMay 21, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Wouldn't it be fun to open your cabinets and look at that!? I can just imagine it with some cheery Pyrex sitting on the shelf to match!

    Tammy

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  4. AnonymousMay 21, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Oh, this is so cute! I would love to have some edging my shelves. Wouldn't this make you smile each time you opened the door?
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  5. Shirley HatfieldMay 21, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    I found a package of Royledge at a yard sale years ago...it still lines the shelves of my yellow Zetta Cupboard. It's getting faded, but I never want to part with it. Red and Yellow flowers.

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  6. Scrap for JoyMay 21, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    I remember my Mom using shelf edging 100 years ago when I was little. I loved the cheery colors. I think ours had fruit along the edge. I drooled all over the pictures of your little stove and dollhouse the other day...you have wonderful treasures Sandy. I'm glad that you and Wayne had a nice little get-away.
    Take care
    xoxo
    Joyce

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  7. JennyMay 21, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    I get some of these in at the shop sometimes. They are so much fun, but I would LOVE to have the pretty floral one with the blue flowers!!

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  8. vivianMay 21, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    I have never seen these before! or if I have, I didnt realize what I was seeing. LOve them! now Im feeling like going thrifting somewhere!
    thanks for sharing!
    xoxo
    vivian

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  9. vintage greyMay 21, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    I love these!! I would love to get some for my kitchen!! I do wish we still lived in simpler times!! Happy Monday! xo Heather

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  10. AnonymousMay 21, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    I want! NOW! :)

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  11. My Vintage MendingMay 21, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    Wouldn't that be the sweetest..just to pick up a sweet edge and come home and decorate..I am in love with the Mother Goose--esque one...smiles..my friend...Renee

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  12. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 21, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    Cute, cute Sandy. I would love to find some of that vintage shelf paper with the cute edging.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  13. LindaMay 21, 2012 at 11:12 PM

    I love those!! I would just love something like that on my shelves!!

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  14. LBPMay 22, 2012 at 5:46 AM

    Oh my! Are they adorable or what! I would love to have something like that to go on my happy shelves in the kitchen! I love the pansy one!

    Blessings

    Linda

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  15. Jenni SwensonMay 22, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    I love everything old! So cute!

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  16. GARAGE SALE GALMay 22, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    I agree that those pretty shelve liners would so much FUN to have! It would make any kitchen a "happy place"!
    Warmly,
    deb

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  17. ★Carol★May 23, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    I've always wanted to get some edging for my cabinets, but I'm afraid they'll get ripped up by some people in this house who don't care about things like that! Maybe if I put it up high enough.....

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  18. CherylMay 23, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Times sure have changed! I don't think most people bother with shelf liners anymore. I attached white lace to the fronts of my kitchen cabinets. I toss them in the wash once a year and that keeps them looking good :-)

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  19. StampindamourMay 23, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    Love these images!!! xo

    -pamela ;)

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  20. Nanette MerrillMay 24, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    I want them too. These are so cute.

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  21. The Checkered AppleMay 28, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    I love that you shared those ads! My grandmother had that in her kitchen and when she passed away and we sold the house I kept some of it. Thanks for sharing and taking me back to a special time in my life!

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  22. UnknownMay 30, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    I like the ads as much as the pretty liners. How could you not be happy in kitchens like with those colors and motifs. You always have the best images. That's why I'm always repinning you.

    Hope you had a wonderful holiday weekend.
    XO's...Hugs…Tracy @ Cotton Pickin Cute

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  23. NicoleJune 6, 2012 at 5:40 AM

    Well this is it... Im totally your newest follower because its so nice to find someone who loves vintage ads as much as i do! I was JUST photographing an ad for that Royaledge the other day. It was a pretty strawberry pattern. I LOVE this post, thanks so much!

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