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These 26 Christmas wall decorations from the 1950s have a bold mid century modern vibe
That characteristic mid-century modern flair — with an abundance of color, clean lines and geometric patterns — translated perfectly in these examples of 1950s Christmas wall decorations
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.
20 classic homemade cranberry sauce recipes
Cranberries have become traditional for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners -- and these 20 homemade cranberry sauce recipes will help you deliciously add the ruby-red jewel to your feasts!
How to make charming gingerbread cookies with these vintage recipes from the 1950s
In these recipes from the 1950s, find out how to make classic gingerbread cookies -- pretty decorated cut-out Christmas cookies with that famous spicy flavor.
14 vintage fudge recipes that are so famous & delicious, your grandmother probably made them
You might remember some of these popular fudge recipes from your childhood. We encourage you to try at least one this year (or try them all)!
Remember apple head dolls - the early American craft with folk art roots that became popular again in the '60s and '70s? Find out how to make these shrunken apple dolls, and more about the art of dollmaking.
Magic tomato soup cake recipes from the 50s & 60s – and we tried it!
What is a tomato soup cake? Find out with these vintage recipes for what was really a classic spiced cake - although with one unusual addition: a can of regular tomato soup.
Hide-a-Bed sofas from the 40s, 50s, 60s & 70s: See 50 vintage styles
Take a look back at these vintage Hide-a-Bed sofa models - fold-out beds tucked into a couch to sleep guests - no spare bedroom needed.
30 fantastic & timeless vintage fireplaces from the first half of the 20th century
Warm up with a look back at 30 different beautiful vintage fireplaces that were once found in homes across the US.
25 ideas for Christmas door decorations from the 1950s: Be inspired by doors of yore!
Whether you're a nostalgia buff or looking for Christmas door decorations for your mid century home (or both!), we have some fun and festive ideas!
Check out these 36 vintage metal swing sets: What didn’t kill us made us stronger!
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.
50 compact vintage dining room sets from the 40s & 50s with that minimalist mid century vibe
These vintage dining room sets from the 40s & 50s - bright, cheerful & compact dinettes - were the perfect fit for small post-war houses. Take a look!
Thanks to a simple, happy collaboration between a kid and Mother Nature... we have popsicles! Here's a look back at the frozen treats we'e enjoyed over the decades.
Libby’s pumpkin pie: This famous pumpkin pie recipe is the greatest of all time
More than good, Libby's pumpkin pie is smooth, gently spicy and perfect! Get the classic pie you love - the original vintage recipe is right here.
Old-fashioned treehouses: See 20 fun forts built up in the branches
When you were a kid, there was nothing else like the joy of old-fashioned treehouses or forts: a little getaway that you built (maybe with some help) that could be a clubhouse or castle or spaceship or simply a place for a little peace and quiet.
Carnation’s famous pumpkin pie: The traditional Thanksgiving dessert
Though many have tried, no cook has ever been able to improve upon the taste of traditional pumpkin pie. Carnation's famous pumpkin pie recipe is a Thanksgiving classic - and we have the '50s recipe right here.
Dragnet was one of the original police procedurals, which began as a radio show, then as a (now-iconic) TV show from 1951-1959 -- later followed by a faithful reboot from 1967 to 1970. They all starred Jack Webb as police sergeant Joe Friday.
These old roller skates were cutting-edge in the 20th century — and everyone was obsessed
Follow us backward through time, and check out dozens of the old roller skates that were so well-loved in the heyday of roller skating!
8 vintage homemade candy bar recipes for an indulgent Halloween
It's the sweetest season, and we've collected a mix of vintage homemade candy bar ideas for Halloween — going back as far as 1956!
18 vintage Halloween treats: Yummy homemade Halloween desserts you can still make today
Some things never go out of style, and retro Halloween treats never should! We have collected a treasure trove of creepy-but-fun Halloween desserts from seasons past.
The mid century conversation pit: A photo timeline of that fascinating 60s and 70s living room trend
Ever since the 80s, the iconic conversation pit has seemed hopelessly out-of-date. Could it be poised for a comeback?
How to make homemade pie crust in 4 easy steps
If you want to try something new that's actually old for Thanksgiving, try making this homemade pie crust recipe from 1950!
See portraits of vintage Halloween pin-up girls from the 1930s and 1940s - themed photos featuring famous actresses and beautiful models.
Easy 7-step vintage pumpkin chiffon pie recipe (1959)
This vintage pumpkin chiffon pie features a no-bake filling — and is made completely from scratch. Make it in just 7 easy steps!
Oh yeah! Do you remember these vintage Kool-Aid flavors?
See how Vintage Kool-Aid soft drink mixes looked over the years, along with all of the flavors they've made so far. Plus, see the Kool-Aid man break down some walls!
3 amazing retro pineapple upside-down cake recipes
If you love the tangy taste of pineapple, and have been hoping to find some delicious old-fashioned pineapple upside-down cake recipes, you just need to look back a few decades!
Vintage Halloween party ideas: A collection of over 100 years of festive fun
Try not to be too creeped out by this collection of vintage Halloween party ideas spanning over a century!
Retro Halloween costumes: See 4 decades of cool kid disguises
Remember retro Halloween costumes like these, from back when all the kids were wearing cheap and ill-fitting Hulk, Wonder Woman, and Bugs Bunny costumes from the drugstore or made their own creations?
Kellogg’s Concentrate cereal was much-loved, but they still discontinued it
Kellogg's Concentrate cereal debuted in 1959. Despite being nutritious and not sugary, commenters here make it clear that people loved the stuff!
Vintage Disneyland tickets: The A B C D E rides and attractions at the Magic Kingdom (1959-1982)
With these vintage Disneyland tickets, visitors could enjoy their choice of dozens of Disneyland rides and attractions in Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Frontierland and Adventureland.
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