Wind Up Tin Toy Pinocchio (with moving eyes)
We all know the story about the fictional character called Pinocchio – the wooden puppet carved by a shoemaker in a small Italian village, a puppet who dreamed of transforming into a real boy. As a kid I could totally relate to him not because of his grand nose but...
Even Tommy Hilfiger Loves Antiques
As hardcore lovers and purists of all things antiques we have mixed emotions when it comes to refurbishing items; having said that there is no denying there are some beautiful and creative pieces of work out there and we do admire people with a creative flare for...
This little piggy….or should I say these little piggies
This little piggy went to market. this little piggy stayed home, this little piggy had roast beef, and this little piggy had none, and these little piggies came…. weee weee wee all the way into our little shop…...
Brass Photo Birdie (Ca. 1890)
Long before Ritalin and stun guns there was “ the birdie”… If you’re a parent you probably know exactly how hard it is to get and maintain the attention of toddlers and smaller children… no easy task that’s for certain. Now put yourself in the shoes of a 19th Century...
Free Pick with my oil change
The other day while up on the Hamilton Mountain I stopped for a quick oil change – the shop of choice was Concession Garage. Now for most people, hanging out in the garage sitting-room entails thumbing through a magazine or two to pass the time. For guys like me...
