Virginia Metalcrafters vacation series trivets
Being a life-long resident of the eastern United States, it’s been fun collecting these 1960s era Virginia Metalcrafters trivets! Over the years I’ve visited each of these destinations and these … Continue reading
Collectible sprinkler bottles, Part 2
The last time I blogged about Sprinkler Bottles was back in February 2016. Since then my collection has grown and I’ve learned even more about them; so it’s time for … Continue reading
Good Luck cat trivets from the UK
I love cats, and this heavy brass trivet has always been one of my favorites! Inscribed GOOD LUCK, it measures 6 3/8″ x 5”, has four 1 1/4” cleated legs and … Continue reading
“Bonzo the dog” trivets
Bonzo the dog was a popular cartoon character created by British artist George Ernest Studdy in 1922. This postcard dates to the 1930s and was published by Valentine & Sons, London. … Continue reading
“Ned the dog” trivet
Antique version: Cast iron, 9 1/8″ x 4 1/2″ x 7/8″ with three feet This unique and handsome trivet features leaves and branches, the silhouette of a hunting dog and … Continue reading
Hutchins Clamp Iron-Stand
This adjustable sad iron stand would have attached to an ironing board or table top, providing a convenient place to rest a hot iron. In the center are the letters CKH … Continue reading
Thayer’s Universal Tool
PAT. MAY 24, 81 is inscribed on the left side of the tool. BY W. H. THAYER is inscribed on the right side. Both inscriptions show wear but are still … Continue reading
The Six In One trivet
In the early 1900s, for 20¢ a housewife could own this tool manufactured by the Park Novelty Company of Baltimore, Maryland. It was advertised as useful for “a hundred different purposes” … Continue reading
