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Scholz home spotlight: What made the bold Mark 58 a mid-century marvel
Explore the Scholz home story with a look at the Mark 58 design, prefab innovation, and how this model changed mid-century homebuilding.
See 80 beautiful vintage canopy beds
Here, take a look back at this collection of gorgeous designs and styles of vintage canopy beds that were popular the seventies. Some are some classic and elegant, others modern and breezy, and many fabulously frilly.
See how ‘suntan’ became the big beauty buzzword, starting in the ’50s
Companies promoted it. Celebrities touted it. Everyday people paid attention, and then spent hours in the sun, trying to get the perfect suntan.
Folk art painting how-to: Simple & fun brushstroke secrets from the 1940s
Discover how folk art painting uses simple brushstrokes to decorate furniture and home goods, with vintage guides and designs from the 1940s and 1950s.
The history of root beer & popular old brands: From healing tonic to a favorite soda
Who would've thought humble roots, herbs, and bark could spin such an effervescent tale? The history of root beer is both intriguing and surprising - take a look!
Vintage above-ground pools like these made swimming & summer water fun affordable
Remember these vintage above-ground pools - the kind that were big enough to actually swim in, but that you didn't need to dig a big hole for?
Native American sign language: Rare illustrated guides to 400 gestures
The illustrations here show how to communicate using Native American sign language, and come from two vintage sources: one in the '50s, and the other from the '20s.
Where did vintage brand names like 7-Up, Formula 409 & WD-40 come from?
Have you ever wondered where products like Formula 409, 7-Up, WD-40 and Preparation H got those famous vintage brand names? Find out here.
Retro burgers! Hamburgers get a cheesy upgrade with this fun 1950s recipe
Retro burgers with a cheesy center and tangy tomato sauce? This 1950s Fancy-Pants recipe brings back big flavor with just a few simple ingredients.
50s swimsuits: 36 bathing suit designs that were bold, bright & full of surprises
See how 50s swimsuits brought ruffles, bright colors and curve-loving cuts to summer fashion, with bold designs from Jantzen, Catalina and Cole of California.
When post-WWII prefab housing was becoming passe, in the '50s, a new version of the prefab home emerged - the kind of upper-middle-class home with many mid-century modern design ideas that would become popular over the next decade.
See a dozen adorable & sweet vintage Father’s Day cards from the 50s, 60s & 70s
These cute and child-friendly vintage Father's Day cards show the sweet sentiments that kids expressed for dad (and grandpa) in the '50s, '60s and '70s.
33 retro yellow kitchens that defined midcentury style in the most cheerful way
These retro yellow kitchens - in all their buttery, warm and sunny splendor - are here for the midcentury home decor enthusiast to appreciate!
1950s summer clothes that made playtime the best time
1950s summer clothes brought cool cottons, bold stripes and backyard-ready style to sunny days. Here's a look back at fun warm-weather fashion.
These 47 dangerous old playgrounds were risky, chaotic – and totally normal
Old playgrounds were risky, thrilling and full of sharp edges — see how kids from the past played hard and (mostly) survived.
See how to make a vintage charcuterie board made with retro-style cold cuts along with 1950s nibbles, like casseroles, old-school salads and more.
See how Hawaii was promoted to travelers in the 1950s through vintage tourism ads, brochures and photos from before it became the 50th state.
How Jayne Mansfield built her fame in 1956 & how her daughter now remembers her in ‘My Mom Jayne’
Jayne Mansfield took Broadway and Hollywood by storm in the 1950s with her mix of beauty, wit, and ambition. Look back at her fascinating rise to stardom.
Take a look back at futuristic inventions imagined in the 1950s and '60s--some came true, others didn’t, and a few are still on the drawing board.
How do you use a rotary phone? We have the original step-by-step booklets from the 40s and 50s
Want to know how to make an old rotary phone work? Here's your handy guide, straight from the 50s!
Check out these 36 vintage metal swing sets that offered backyard fun for kids
If you were a mid-century suburban kid you likely had a tubular metal swing set like one of these! Check out this nostalgia trip back to the backyards of your childhood.
Old Yeller movie memories: The powerful Disney dog story that made everyone cry (1958)
Remember why Walt Disney's 1950s movie 'Old Yeller' was one of those classic 'boy and his dog' movies - family entertainment made with kids in mind, but that could bring a tear to anyone's eye.
Take a fun look back at vintage Hostess snacks like Twinkies, cupcakes and fruit pies -- see how these classic treats became American favorites.
Many of these 22 vintage kitchen design ideas still feel smart today
Discover vintage kitchen design ideas from the 1940s to 1980s that blended style and creativity -- and see why some old trends might deserve a comeback.
Tastee-Freez memories: How this roadside stop became a summer staple in the 1950s
Tastee-Freez was the go-to spot in the 1950s for fast food and frozen treats. See what made this ice cream chain a summertime favorite.
The perfect ’50s housewife & her everyday cleaning life
Take a fun look back at the stereotypical perfect ’50s housewife, as she vacuums in heels, washes dishes wearing pearls, and makes everything practically perfect.
Festive 1950s-style Easter cakes with jelly beans & coconut
Easter cakes like these bring together all the things people used to love seeing on a holiday table: soft layers, a little citrus, and a
Make a beautiful Easter egg tree craft with this vintage how-to from 1958
Here's a sweet and pretty way to celebrate spring - with this vintage-style Easter egg tree craft! Here's how you can make your own.
These 40 vintage TV dinners look even better than we remember
Remember vintage TV dinners — shiny foil trays filled with delicious-looking dinner delights, waiting in the freezer for a special night? Plus find out the history of TV dinners!
These 16 best TV show theme songs were so unforgettable they turned into popular hit songs
Occasionally, top TV show theme songs aren't just popular - they join the soundtrack of a generation. These 16 hits won acclaim for being more than being the tune played over opening credits. Have a listen!
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