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keithhillman

Not long 'til Christmas!

keiths ramblings | December 14th 2009 by keith hillman

..‘tis the season to be jollyTwinkling trees and wreathes of hollyKids write notes to Santa ClausCarol singers knock on doors.In the next few days I’ll be getting my decorations out of the cupboard and scattering them around my apartment in readi read more

postalheritage

The first Christmas card

The British Postal Museum & Archive | December 14th 2009

With Royal Mail’s last posting day fast approaching many people are hurriedly finishing off their Christmas cards. For despite the growing popularity of Christmas greetings sent online cards are still popular, with Royal Mail delivering 750 million read more

runaway84

1872 or ‘73. House and evening dresses from...

Do You Remember When...? | December 13th 2009 by Christy

1872 or ‘73. House and evening dresses from Peterson’s. read more

runaway84

1875. Umbrellas and parasols.

Do You Remember When...? | December 13th 2009 by Christy

1875. Umbrellas and parasols. read more

runaway84

1875. Earrings, pendants, and brooches.

Do You Remember When...? | December 12th 2009 by Christy

1875. Earrings, pendants, and brooches. read more

runaway84

Early 1880s, I’m guessing.

Do You Remember When...? | December 12th 2009 by Christy

Early 1880s, I’m guessing. read more

Clothesonfilm

The Wolfman: Some Pics for the Weekend

Clothes on Film | December 11th 2009

As it is the weekend how about some photos from Universal’s upcoming The Wolfman starring Benicio del Toro and Anthony Hopkins. The Wolfman is director Joe Johnston’s remake of a 1941 film of the same name. It is set during the Victorian era read more

lordlikely

Something Strange in Mr. Scrooge’s Neighbourhood

Astonishing Adventures of Lord Likely | December 11th 2009 by Andy Fanton

~ A Christmas Carry On, Part Two ~ For the previous chapter, do please click hither. WE HOT-FOOTED it to Mr. Ebenezer Scrooge’s house, or rather we would have, had it not been so ruddy freezing. Thus, we actually cold-footed it to Mr. Scrooge& read more

chateaubizarre

Walking-Canes.net

Chateau Bizarre | December 11th 2009 by Lilah Wild

Lots of potential for Victorian and fantasy accessorization, as this catalog sports a Fashion and Style section along with the no-frills medical stuff. Wooden dog heads that evoke the scent of leather and scotch, Derby-handled styles floralized with read more

perpetualplum

More Copyright Free Images From The Book of Knowledge

Perpetualplum's Weblog | December 11th 2009 by Plum

As a Christmas gift to all of you, I’ve been uploading Christmas images. The images in this post are a continuation from last week’s book. The images are all drawn in black, red and white. All the images in this post are from the public read more

runaway84

Victoria Woodull.

Do You Remember When...? | December 10th 2009 by Christy

Victoria Woodull. read more

runaway84

Photo

Do You Remember When...? | December 10th 2009 by Christy

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john358

Owen Jones and Byzantium

The Textile Blog | December 10th 2009 by John Hopper

Byzantine Ornament from Owen Jones The Grammar of Ornament 1856Owen Jones placed the chapter on Byzantine ornament between that of the Roman and Arabian in his 1856 book entitled The Grammar of Ornament. This chapter sequence was always important to read more

CatherinetteRings

STEAMPUNK JEWELRY DEAL CHRISTMAS BOGO

Steampunk jewelry by Daniel Proulx | December 9th 2009 by Daniel Proulx

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CatherinetteRings

STEAMPUNK JEWELRY DEAL CHRISTMAS BOGO

Steam Powered Rings | December 9th 2009 by Daniel Proulx

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CatherinetteRings

STEAMPUNK JEWELRY DEAL CHRISTMAS BOGO

Catherinette Rings Wire Wrapped Jewelry | December 9th 2009 by Daniel Proulx

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wambtm

The Victorian Arts Center – Melbourne’s Vibrant Art and Cultu…

Ballet 321 | December 9th 2009 by wambtm

Home to the hub of Melbourne’s art and cultural precinct, the Victorian Arts Center is a popular spot for much of the performing arts in the city. This unique center consists of several concert venues and theatre halls that always has something read more

IFRSExorcist

Top Hats Top Hats Top Hats

Many Hatty Returns | December 9th 2009 by Darla St Clair Sycamore

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_gL3Fjx-ws A video remembering top hats and the men who wore them. There are several images from my personal collection and some other whimsical stuff. ©2009 Many Hatty Returns. All Rights Reserved.. read more

MigraineHeadaches

Delta 75056-NN Victorian Wall-Mounted Toothbrush/Tumbler Holder,…

Home Builder Tools | December 9th 2009 by Migraine Help

Coordinates beautifully with the faucets in the Victorian bath collection Wall mount Matching lighting fixtures available Solid brass construction ensures quality and reliability Victorian: full collection carries old world charm through an entire read more

aptharsia

1890 Victorian, Lexington, KY

Old House Dreamer | December 9th 2009 by Kelly

136 Woodland Ave, Lexington, KY – $1.2 Million 6 bed, 6 bath, 5851 square feet. Has the option to be purchased with the furniture! Check out the street view here. 1890 Eastlake Historic Brick home fully and completely restored to period, antiqu read more

aptharsia

1869 Victorian, Lowell, MA

Old House Dreamer | December 9th 2009 by Kelly

139 Methuen St, Lowell, MA – $399,900 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 3099 square feet. This is probably one of the coolest exteriors I’ve ever posted. Check out the street view here and the aerial view here. “James W. Mort House Built in 1869. Be read more

rocknrollbride

Purple Rain

Rock n Roll Bride | December 9th 2009 by Kat Williams

Featuring UK weddings makes me happy. Not only because I know being a British blogger makes me stand out from the crowd, but because it makes me so happy that us Brits are finally catching up to our American friends in the style stakes! Therefore to read more

Caroline55

Allan’s Anti-Fat

The Quack Doctor | December 8th 2009 by Caroline Rance

Source: The Belfast News-letter, Tues 3 June 1879 This ad is unusual in appealing not to the potential consumer but to her weedy, emasculated little husband. (Presumably he’s her husband, because he seems stuck with her.) Most ads for AllanR read more

aptharsia

1912 Victorian, Springfield, MA

Old House Dreamer | December 8th 2009 by Kelly

188 Florida St, Springfield, MA – $150,000 $95,000 5 bed, 3.5 bath, 3720 square feet. Too bad, no other pics. But this looked like such a fabulous house I had to post it anyway. Besides, ‘drive’ down the street using Google Street V read more

aptharsia

1874 Victorian, Fitchburg, MA

Old House Dreamer | December 8th 2009 by Kelly

12 Brook St Fitchburg, MA – $225,000 4 bed, 1.5 bath, 4720 square feet. This wouldn’t really make a great home now, but back in the day it must have been marvelous (still has outrageous woodwork.) Check out the aerial view here. read more

LWOriginals

My Victorian Houses - I Had To Keep Them!

Linda's Blog | December 8th 2009 by Linda Walsh

During the last few months I have been happily creating some of the items from punch-needle, cross-stitch, and needle felting kits I had purchased during the spring. All of the kits were purchased with the thought of giving the finished projects as read more

chateaubizarre

Princess Madison

Chateau Bizarre | December 7th 2009 by Lilah Wild

Fripperies combining Victorian propriety with burlesque tease, resulting in decadent cancan accessorization. Lots of headpieces in fascinator clips, long black veils, and flowery little hats trimmed with netted veils and trailing ribbons. Neckwear is read more

Costumeholic

Project: Victorian Bustle Gown

Confessions of a Costumeholic | December 7th 2009 by Gwenyver

Ever since I mentioned Rose Tyler's 1869 outfit, I've been itching to make a bustle gown inspired by it. Believe me, I've tried to dissuade myself from embarking on such a project for the Holidays (on such short notice), but I sometimes lie awake at read more

CatherinetteRings

STEAMPUNK JEWELRY DEAL , SUPER HAPPY HOLIDAYS BOGO

Steam Powered Rings | December 7th 2009 by Daniel Proulx

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CatherinetteRings

STEAMPUNK JEWELRY DEAL , SUPER HAPPY HOLIDAYS BOGO

Catherinette Rings Wire Wrapped Jewelry | December 7th 2009 by Daniel Proulx

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