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Easy ways to make classic caramel candy at home (1958)
Found: The perfect recipe for the classic caramel candy, that everyone can enjoy making -- and eating.
The best mincemeat pie traditions: 20 vintage recipes from 1850 to 1950
Here are 20 classic mincemeat recipes (used to make the holiday favorite, mincemeat pie) - as remembered through the decades.
Silly Putty & the weird true story of how it became America’s favorite toy blob
Did you know that Silly Putty was originally marketed to adults? Read on for more interesting tidbits about this fun and magical stuff!
Easy & fun paintbrush cookies deserve a comeback for your next holiday baking day (1956)
Paintbrush cookies from Betty Crocker’s 1956 promotional booklet let you paint edible designs before baking. A fun, colorful twist on traditional cut-outs.
Thanksgiving, now held each year on the fourth Thursday in November, has long been a controversial holiday, Here, look back at Thanksgiving history as it played out over more than three centuries.
Breakthrough tech: 1950s TV sets changed how Americans spent their evenings
1950s TV sets brought bold design and big features into American homes, reshaping how families watched, gathered and spent time together.
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.
What a vintage Thanksgiving menu looked like before canned cranberry sauce (1890s -1950s)
Explore what made a vintage Thanksgiving menu so extravagant, from terrapin soup to plum pudding, in these menus from 1890 to the 1950s.
See old Florida in the 1950s & 1960s: A dream for families, fishers & fun seekers
By the middle of the 20th century, Florida had fully stepped into its role as the country’s go-to vacationland. Bright brochures and tourism ads promised
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, with our very own step-by-step photos to guide you.
Did married couples really sleep in separate beds in the 1950s? Here’s what we know
Separate beds in the 1950s weren’t just for movies — real couples, doctors, and censors all had opinions on how married people should sleep.
Pumpkin Dream Pie: The 50s classic no-bake dessert recipe, plus a bonus gingersnap crust to try
Pumpkin dream pie is a 1950s no-bake dessert made with pudding, whipped topping, and pumpkin -- simple, sweet, and ready in no time.
Vintage holiday punch and cocktail recipes from the 50s & 60s
Try these holiday punch recipes from the 1950s and 1960s for your next party -- simple, festive drinks that brought the cheer to vintage celebrations.
Take a nostalgic look back at how Americans have loved coffee for generations - plus get some great old-fashioned ways to brew a delicious cup of vintage coffee.
Studio ticket stubs saved by a kid in 1953 grew into a massive 10,000 piece collection of TV history
Ticket stubs from Joel Tator’s massive collection reveal what it was like to attend live TV tapings in the 1940s and 1950s.
How to make a great old-fashioned guest room: Tips & examples from 1910 to the groovy ’70s
Explore vintage guest room ideas from 1910 to 1970, packed with timeless tips and retro charm to inspire your own cozy and welcoming space.
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!
This Day in the Life in a 1950s Small Town film from 1952 shows how postwar America taught kids about work, community and civic values.
Vintage horror movies: Scary flicks from the silent age to the 60s
See how horror movies evolved from silent shadows to spine-chilling scares in the 60s, through eerie posters and promos from the past.
16 fun 50s costumes for men & women to rock the sock hop (or Halloween)
Whether you need 50s costumes for a themed party, Halloween party, or a cosplay event, here are some ideas that are perfect for the era.
Happy jack-o’-lantern carving tips from 1959 that still hold up
When jack-o'-lantern carving time rolls around, conjure up your own designs, or try one of these that use pumpkins or squash!
These adorable Nitey Nite footed sleepers helped sell bedtime routines in the 1940s and ’50s
Discover how footed sleepers in the 1950s were pajamas designed for warmth, comfort and a little independence.
History of Pepsi-Cola: See the popular soda brand over the years
Pepsi-Cola history began in a North Carolina drugstore in 1893 and grew through decades of quirky slogans and everyday moments across America.
How to make an easy Halloween retro robot costume – just like they did in the ’50s
With a few cardboard boxes and some aluminum foil, you can make robot costumes that will be the hit of the party. Some easy-to-make masks of aluminum foil will help to make each costume a little different.
Old-fashioned popcorn balls: 16 delicious classic recipes, plus expert popping tips
Popcorn balls were a holiday and party favorite for decades. See how these sticky-sweet treats became a go-to homemade snack in vintage America.
Capsule wardrobe basics, 1950s-style: 6 practical pieces, 12 sharp looks
This 1950s capsule wardrobe used just 6 pieces to make 12 outfits. See how vintage fashion got smart about style before the term even existed.
Lionel Trains: The must-have toy engine craze that powered the 1950s
See how Lionel Trains captured the imagination of 1950s kids with smoke, whistles and Magne-Traction power. Relive the golden age of toy railroads.
The “perfect” 1950s family, as told by a 10-minute film you weren’t meant to question
See how the 1950 film A Date with Your Family helped define the perfect 1950s family — and why it needed to remind people how to behave at the dinner table.
Jackie Gleason’s wild ride: How ‘The Great One’ shaped tv comedy (1940s-80s)
Jackie Gleason — born Herbert Walton Gleason Jr. on February 26, 1916, in Brooklyn — became one of America’s most recognizable personalities by mixing bold
Shirley Temple’s impressive second act started way beyond the silver screen (1946)
Shirley Temple rose from Hollywood child star to political powerhouse. Here's how she spent her life after leaving the big screen behind.
