Thrifting is an economical way to find vintage and rare products, like tinware. These metal items are typically made of tinplate, a combination of steel and tin. While first appearing as early as the ...

It seems that vintage finds are the big "décor trend" at the moment, and for good reason. With so many designers as well as consumers touting the nostalgic, personalized vibes within a home, using ...

Who among us can remember playing in grandma’s old button box, the one with the lady on the front holding a fruitcake? Or how about reaching into the saltine-cracker tin for a snack, then using the ...

Daniel Weiss built a collection of tins with lard, tobacco, tennis balls, razors — you name it, it’s for sale in Mountlake Terrace. MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Daniel Weiss is sure there is someone out there ...

John K. Brater” Vintage little tins like this one I am writing about today reminds us of how many different medical tins and all other kinds of tins are out there to collect and find and add to your ...

I love the artistry in the round tin in my photo this week. The name of the tin is called “The Snowbird,” and it was made by Tindeco. Tindeco’s actual name is the Tin Decorating Company of Baltimore.

Jenn Rigard has always liked the idea of repurposing, of taking something old and giving it new life. She lights up when she can see traces of an original piece in its updated form and her Vintage ...

Some folks are cashing in on their chips. Vintage cans for Husman’s Potato Chips are hot commodities since the manufacturer announced last week that the popular Cincinnati snack brand will soon ...

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minnesota — Alysha Boie has always considered herself a maker. Growing up, she loved drawing and making friendship bracelets. In college, she turned to candle making, knitting and ...

I love candles. Usually, while I’m working, I’ll have one sitting on my drafting table and for a few hours each day I am relaxed by the warm glow and pretty scent. Sometimes at a flea market or garage ...