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8 DIY headboards with a vintage look
If you're looking to make a bedroom look a little retro, take a look at these DIY headboards with a vintage look! They may be just the inspiration you need for some old-fashioned home decor.
30 vintage cake mixes you don’t see anymore
With fun flavors like pink lemonade, toffee and macaroon, check out these 30 vintage cake mixes and varieties you just can't get anymore.
6 easy old-fashioned ways to deliciously decorate store-bought cakes
How can you decorate store-bought cakes you got from the supermarket freezer? Here are six great ways to customize them - making an ordinary cake into an extraordinary dessert.
The Tappan Gallery Gas Range: Trendy retro kitchen appliances with bonus features (1968)
The vintage Tappan Gallery Gas Range design from the late sixties was an improvement on the gas stove models of the fifties - and the then-trendy appliance colors were also a big plus.
Pepperidge Farm remembers... but do you recall all of these classic cakes, cookies, breads, turnovers & other treats they made years ago? (And did you know they once made canned soup?)
Mid-century modern door hardware from the 1950s & 1960s – plus other popular vintage designs
With space-age design elements like starbursts and swooshes, and the large backplates, some of the most popular mid-century modern door hardware was absolutely iconic, and easy to recognize.
Remember getting drinks in vintage Dixie Cups? While many of us recall them from childhood because of their cute designs, they weren't invented simply for convenience.
Remember old-school packaged cookies, like Hydrox, Almost Home, Chip-a-Roos & others?
They're the treats you probably always wanted your mom to buy -- old-school cookies, including both classics and long-forgotten brands. Here's a look back - see how many you remember!
Vintage ads with OJ Simpson: The ultimate celebrity endorsement gone bad
Before pro football player OJ Simpson was arrested and tried for the murder of his wife, he was one of America's top celebrities. Companies paid him to be the face of their brand... which didn't work out well in the long run.
Colorful Kohler bathroom suites from the ’60s & ’70s
Here's a look back to some of the most colorful examples of popular Kohler bathroom suites from the 1960s and 1970s - bold blues, harvest gold, avocado green, basic black & more.
Remember these popular bar soaps from the ’60s & ’70s?
Here's a look back to the sixties and seventies to see some of the popular bar soaps from the '60s and & '70s (and a few others that, well, existed)
Vintage ’60s flat shoes & fashionable low-heel footwear for women
Timely T-straps opened up… tiny heels… blunt toes (1968) Opened-up slingback is strapped to a ‘T’ with airy front inserts. All leather or vinyl patent
Edgar Bergen & Charlie McCarthy: The most famous ventriloquist & puppet of the 20th century
Charlie McCarthy was the impudent little dummy who sat upon the lap of ventriloquist Edgar Bergen, his creator, and entertained millions every week with his comedy.
Cars from 1966: See 26 classic models from all the big automakers
Here's a look at the top classic cars from 1966 - all of the makes and models from the 'Big Four' that you could have expected to see on the road back in the mid-sixties.
Vintage Hostess snacks: Fruit Pies, Wonder Bread, Twinkies & more retro goodness
When you think about vintage Hostess snacks, do you start to crave Twinkies, fruit pies, Ho-Hos, Ding Dongs, or just some slices of squishy Wonder Bread? Revisit your favorites here!
Vintage Dial Soap: See what they said those bars of soap could do
Dial smells good — not strong, not sissy (1949) Dial Soap stops odor before it starts! Now, at last! A really effective deodorant soap! GUARANTEED
Rambler cars from the 1960s: Hardtops, Ambassadors, Classics & Americans
While the car name Rambler dates back to 1914, the name was only used for modern cars from the late '50s until 1969. Here's a look at some of the top Rambler cars from the 1960s - the classic brand's heyday.
What Rock Hudson liked least & most during his decades-long acting career
Here are some interviews with star Rock Hudson from the '50s, '60s and '70s, during which he talked about his favorite (and least favorite) parts of his hugely successful career.
These vintage 1960s shoes for women were fashionable & far out
Some of the most stylish vintage 1960s shoes for women had bows, flowers, rhinestones, buckles, straps and ruffles. And don't forget the broad, chunky heels! Here's a look back.
Recipes for old-fashioned ice cream bombes, plus tips & tricks
When it comes to desserts, what is a bombe - and how do you make one? We have answers! Get several recipes and tips for creating beautiful old-fashioned ice cream bombes right here.
47 vintage backyard ideas you’ll want to re-create for a relaxing sixties-style outdoor vibe
If you love the mid-century style, or want to re-create that beautiful vintage backyard feel, get 47 of the best old-fashioned patio, deck & porch ideas here for a little retro inspo.
Vintage Longines watches: Classic timepieces from the ’40s, ’50s & ’60s
When you look at these vintage Longines watches, think back to the era when wristwatches were as ubiquitous as our phones today - and almost as important.
28 vintage pink bathrooms: See some wild bubblegum-era midcentury home decor of the 1950s & 1960s
While not exclusively the domain of the fifties, the popularity of vintage pink bathrooms - including pink toilets, sinks and bathtubs, and other home decor - reached its peak during the middle of the 20th century. Take a look!
Why classic ’60s Oldsmobile Toronados were ‘rocket action’ cars
See why people loved GM's classic '60s Oldsmobile Toronados - rocket action cars that were marketed very differently to men and women. Have a look.
See old cruise ships & ocean vacations from the ’30s through the ’60s
Look back at the experience passengers in the thirties, forties, fifties and sixties could expect when they sailed the high seas in high style on these fabulous old cruise ships.
See top vintage nail polish colors & retro brands
Red, pink, gold & beyond - See the top vintage nail polish brands and colors from the 20th century, with shades & styles from decades ago - see how manicures have changed over the years!
Classic 1960 Mercury cars: Monterey & Country Cruisers
These classic 1960 Mercury cars played up one of the most successful automobile marketing angles: luxury options, but at a low price. Look back at these old cars from the sixties, made by a division of Ford!
The Mamas and The Papas: How the group’s harmonies were a huge hit
Back in the '60s, The Mamas and The Papas were no ordinary band or singing group - they had that certain extra something that made sure their music would stand the test of time. Here's a look back.
Remember these vintage Hallmark notecards & stationery sets from the ’60s & ’70s?
With their bright colors and bold patterns, these vintage Hallmark notecards & stationery sets will remind you of a time when friendly messages to friends were sent by snail mail, not email.
Pink washers & dryers from the ’50s & ’60s
You couldn't tell a '50s housewife that pastel pink washers & dryers weren't practical. They didn't have to be practical - they were pretty.
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Note: ClickAmericana.com features authentic historical information, and is not intended to represent current best practices on any topic, particularly with regard to health and safety. Material on this site is provided for education, criticism, commentary, cultural reporting, entertainment, historical reference, and news reporting/analysis. Now that you know, have fun looking around!
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