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10 Great Holiday Gifts To Get Second Hand
1. Give the gift of a delicious cocktail! Pair a set of vintage cocktail glasses with the mixings (bottle of booze, garnishes, ect) along with…
The Vintage Ceramic Christmas Tree
If you love vintage Christmas décor, then it’s pretty likely that the ceramic Christmas tree is a favorite of yours. For many, the ceramic light…
The Past 6 Months
We wanted to take a moment and thank all of our wonderful customers for supporting us through this difficult time. While we remained closed during…
Depression Glass: America’s Cheapest Dinnerware
DEPRESSION GLASS: AMERICA’S CHEAPEST DINNERWARE Depression glass is one of the more easily found and popular antiques to collect. You’ll find it all over the…
The Beer Stein; A History And A Purpose
Drinking sophisticated beer in a fancy glass is a normal thing these days. You can get a dry hopped lager in a thistle, or florally…
2019 Was A Great Year
Dear Nostalgia Customers, From the owners, vendors, and shop clerks we want to offer our most humble thanks to everyone who shopped with us in…
The Almighty History Of The Flannel Shirt
Flannel shirts are part of the iconic image of the American lumberjack and have been an American fashion staple since the mid-century. The plaid flannel…
10 Things to Look for When Buying Vinyl
If you didn’t grow up buying vinyl and playing records you might not know a whole lot about how to find a good record. Knowing…
A Brief Run Down Of The Most Collected Dinnerware In America: Fiesta Ware
Fiestaware brought color and style to the dinner table in late 1930 by the Homer Laughlin China Company in West Virginia. Many people will remember…
4 Non-toxic Ways To Clean Brass
Brass figurines became a popular collectable in the mid-century and are now having a comeback as a trendy décor object. Since most brass collectables are…
Arts and Crafts, Mission, Craftsman; What’s the Difference?
Is that Mission Style, Arts and Crafts, or is it Craftsman? Or is it Morris?! The evolution of the Arts and Crafts movement led to…
The Impact of Buying Vintage & Second Hand: Why You Should Buy more Vintage!
Buying vintage, antique or second hand makes a huge impact on the environment, the economy and consumerism. The influence of your purchase goes way beyond…
How to remove shoulder pads From Vintage Pieces in 6 steps!
Don’t let big bulky shoulder pads keep you from getting that great vintage piece! Check out this simple tutorial on how to easily remove shoulder…
5 Step Mid Century Furniture Makeover – How to Refinish a Laminated Piece of Furniture
If you’re looking for a somewhat simple DIY to spruce up your laminate covered piece of mid-century furniture, this is the project for you! The…
Setting The Bar: 7 Easy Steps To Set Up A Bar At Home
The holidays might be over but that doesn’t mean the parties have to stop. Enjoying time with friends and family is great way to keep…
12 Best Holiday Markets In Rhode Island
Rhode Island’s maker’s movement is in full swing this season with a dozen markets full of well made, ethically sourced, and locally found goods! Supporting…
Rhode Island’s Haunted History
Like much of New England, Rhode Island has a haunted past that still can make your skin crawl. While Rhode Island may not have participated…
Glass Bottle Collecting: A Historical Collection Of Commerce, Design And Manufacturing
In America alone 40 billion glass bottles are produced every year. We use them almost every day and recycle them when we’re done and don’t…
4 Ways To Identify A Print From A Digital Reproduction
When buying a print, you should look for a few identifying characteristics to determine if it was digitally printed or printed on a press. Digital…
10 Mundane Things Worth Collecting | Nostalgia Antiques Providence Ri
Sometimes the most mundane things can hold a lot of value. Everyday objects tend to hold a lot of sentimental value to many people, when…
In The Shop: American Primitives
American primitives are harder and harder to come by these days. The handmade furniture and everyday objects from 1700-1900, a time before manufacturing, were made…
Did you know that May is National Moving Month?
From Colonial times till around WWII, in most major cities across the country, people moved on the same day, May 1st. This tradition can be…
The East Side’s Wickenden St Neighborhood Guide — The Local Color
Everything Locals’ Love On and Around Wickenden St. Walking down Wickenden St. you can feel a youthful energy that surrounds every coffee shop, thrift store,…
What To Look For When Shopping For Vintage Clothing
For those of us who adore vintage clothing, whether for collecting, wearing, or both, there are some important guidelines to follow to be sure that…
Where To Shop For Vintage Clothing & Accessories
Do you love treasure hunting? Would you rather shop your grandmother’s closet than the mall for your outfits? If you enjoy looking unique and not…
How To Store vintage Clothing
Vintage clothing, although often very well-made, can become fragile over time. Excellent storage methods can slow down the process of deterioration, even in your oldest…