1970s
Vintage wooden Christmas ornament sets that you could paint (1974)
What a happy, colorful Christmas tree you’ll have this season if it’s gaily trimmed with these old-style wood ornaments you paint yourself!
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1950s
11 of the best old-fashioned green bean casserole recipes from the ’50s, ’60s & ’70s
Take a look at a few of the many ways the recipe for a Thanksgiving staple – the old-fashioned green bean casserole – has been made over the years.
1950s
Thanksgiving desserts with fifties flair: Pumpkin pie, pumpkin chiffon & orange-pumpkin chiffon pie
Three glamorous 1950s pumpkin pies: A baked golden pumpkin pie, pumpkin chiffon pie with corn flake crust, and a no-bake orange pumpkin chiffon pie recipe with gingersnap crumb crust
1970s
Old-fashioned Christmas desserts: Classic carrot ‘pudding’ cake & coconut joy no-bake cookies (1979)
When most gifts are going under the tree, here are two Old-fashioned Christmas desserts that will grace your table for the holidays.
1970s
Libby’s pumpkin cheesecake recipe (1994)
Just the name of this delicious delight – Libby’s pumpkin cheesecake – tells you it’s going to be amazing. Here’s the easy recipe for this fall dessert.
Vintage Thanksgiving
Recipes & more for the best ever vintage Thanksgiving!
Vintage Thanksgiving recipes, classic pumpkin pies, old-fashioned turkey carving info, vintage Thanksgiving side dishes, holiday party appetizers and more!
1960s
Beautiful party tablesettings: 7 ways to present a holiday table with retro style (1974)
The secret to party-giving is good food plus good company in a beautiful setting. When it comes to perfect party tablesettings, here are ways to showcase your decorating and culinary skills!
1960s
How to make an old-fashioned gumdrop Christmas tree decoration (1966)
This fairyland gumdrop Christmas tree is made from gummy candy, toothpicks and a Styrofoam cone. At 24 inches high, it makes a magnificent centerpiece for a Christmas buffet table. Here’s how to make it!
1970s
Serve a ’70s style retro Cranberry Wobbler gelatin mold this Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, when they come home for turkey dinner, give your dinner some bounce – a retro Cranberry Wobbler gelatin mold for a holiday side dish!
1950s
Libby’s pumpkin pie recipe: Find out how to make the classic homemade pie
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.
1910s
Thanksgiving living: Show gratitude by doing good for others (1914)
Thanksgiving presupposes thankfulness. One cannot give thanks unless he feels thankful, and this feeling is a cultivated habit.
1910s
14 easy old-fashioned stuffing recipes
Get ready for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays with the help of these old-fashioned stuffing recipe, made with simple ingredients and fresh foods.
1990s
Traditional Christmas fudge & vintage one-bowl holiday fudge recipes from the ’90s
These two delicious holiday fudge recipes will really make a lasting impression, whether you make the Christmas fudge with chocolate chips, or the other with unsweetened chocolate!
1900s
14 cute antique Thanksgiving postcards people sent back in the early 1900s
Take a look back at how people celebrated Thanksgiving Day with these antique Thanksgiving postcards from around the turn of the century!
1980s
New Orleans Turkey en Papillote recipe (1985)
New Orleans Turkey en Papillote incorporates slices of fresh, naturally moist, turkey breast fillets, baked in parchment or foil, with a stuffing of purely local flavors
1980s
Cranberry-pumpkin bread recipe (1987)
Here’s how to make two moist and delicious loaves of classic cranberry-pumpkin bread. This retro recipe makes a breakfast or dessert that’s filled with warm and fruity flavor, and just the right blend of fall spices.
1970s
Retro Thanksgiving recipes: Luscious cheesecake-topped pumpkin pies you’ll love
These delicious cheesecake-topped pumpkin pies make an elegant alternative to serving a more traditional pumpkin pie after your Thanksgiving dinner.
1980s
Philly cheese bells: The perfect retro appetizer for your Christmas party
Philly cheese bells are a shaped creamy cheese spread made from Philadelphia Brand cream cheese and spreadable Cracker Barrel cold pack cheese food.
1980s
Christmas gifts from the kitchen: Caramel fudge balls & cut-out shortbread cookies (1981)
Here are two retro Christmas recipes for caramel fudge balls — caramelly (non-chocolate) homemade candies, and pretty cut-out shortbread cookies
1960s
A baker’s dozen delightfully delicious vintage pecan pie recipes
In addition to traditional pecan pie recipes, we have vintage variations with delicious extras like caramel, chocolate, coconut, butterscotch, coffee and bourbon.
1980s
44 creative & classic Christmas cookie decorating ideas for kids: Let them eat toy-shaped treats! (1987)
Christmas toy cookies for kids of all ages 44 fabulous designs, from drums to choo-choo trains… fun to bake, even more fun to eat! Christmas
1960s
7 ways to make an old-fashioned Christmas wreath for your front door (1960s)
Here are seven different ways to make an old-fashioned Christmas wreath craft, for a little festive DIY holiday decor, retro-style!
1970s
Cranberry-mushroom, sausage-pecan & other sensational ’70s stuffing recipes
Stuffing recipes from the seventies Stuffing in the seventies is a cinch to prepare. The dry mix may be combined with water and butter or
1970s
Vintage Libby’s pumpkin recipes: Pump-Cream Parfait, Pumpcakes & Chiffon-Pump Pie (1972)
Get three retro pumpkin dessert recipes from the ’70s — including an easy no-bake pumpkin pie and delicious pumpkin muffins!
1970s
Light, creamy and fluffy pumpkin pies: Two new old-fashioned no-bake pies to try for Thanksgiving (1970s)
What’s new about these old-fashioned no-bake Thanksgiving pie recipes? They make a light and creamy and fluffy pumpkin pies, because they’re made with delicious non-dairy Cool Whip.
1930s
Thanksgiving & peaceful feelings smoking Camel cigarettes for good digestion (1920s & 1930s)
Camel cigarettes at Thanksgiving? You enjoy food more — have a feeling of ease after eating when you smoke Camels between courses and after meals.
1800s
10 Victorian Christmas side dishes from the 1800s – most of which actually sound pretty good
From the era before electricity, automobiles and radio come these very old-fashioned recipes for Christmas side dishes. Get a taste of the holidays, Victorian style!
1970s
Classic pumpkin chiffon pie recipe: A light and airy pumpkin pie with a crunchy graham cracker crumb crust (1979)
This year, treat everyone to a pumpkin chiffon pie with a light and airy filling that’s simple to make. It’s pumpkin perfection: fluffy filling, crunchy crust, a crown of whipped cream.
1900s
Thanksgiving dinner recipes from the Colonial days, as described in 1902
What was Thanksgiving dinner like in the Colonial days? Find out how to make roast turkey with pumpkin sauce, Georgia potatoes, succotash, election cake and other classic dishes
1930s
17 Vintage Halloween pin-up girls from the ’30s & ’40s for a different kind of pumpkin cheesecake
See portraits of vintage Halloween pin-up girls from the 1930s and 1940s – themed photos featuring famous actresses and beautiful models.
1970s
A dozen divinely delicious classic cranberry sauce recipes from the seventies
Cranberries, like the turkey, have become traditional for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners – and although the turkey reigns supreme, classic cranberry sauce adds the ruby-red jewel.
1960s
6 cute cupcakes with fluffy frosting and delicious decorations (1995)
Need some cute cupcakes that are easy to decorate and won’t take too much time (or money)? Get some great cupcake decorating ideas here from 1995!
1990s
Nilla wafer cranberry cheesecake: Vanilla wafers crushed and whole make for a gorgeous dessert (1994)
Whether they’re right out of the box or in your favorite recipe, here is is an easy way to tempt the vanilla wafer lovers in your family: Make a nilla wafer cranberry cheesecake!
1910s
DIY Halloween decorations on a budget: Fiendishly clever ideas from the days before party supply stores (1919)
Back when cheap Halloween party decor was a distant dream, people had to make their Halloween decorations the old-fashioned way: by getting creative. Ghoul School 1919 is now in session!
1970s
Make a vintage pumpkin meringue pie with one of these 3 recipes from the ’70s
Here are three different recipes for vintage pumpkin meringue pies – one with a homemade pie and meringue topping, a second with a ginger-infused meringue, and the last using a pre-made pumpkin pie with a nutty meringue on top.
1980s
7 chocolatey holiday cookie recipes from the ’80s
Get seven holiday cookie recipes from the ’80s: Chocolate chip squares, Mocha shortbread cookies, Chocolate almond macaroons, Butterscotch apple cookies, Butterscotch bars, Chocolate-dipped brandy snaps & Snowballs
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