While I’m out and about searching for new treasures for RetroDelia Vintage Shop, I often discover an item which is unmarked or maybe has a designer’s name that I don’t know and I can’t wait to bring it home and start a research online. Sometimes I’m surprised that there’s not more info about a certain designer or past trend online and I thought it might be a good idea to share that information as well as showcase the treasures here.
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Vintage Pixie Books
If you grew up in a German speaking country or family, you’ll probably recognise these little books straight away. Based on an American series of children’s books which had been published in the 1940s, Pixie books first appeared in German versions in 1954. Also known as mini books, most Pixie books (or Pixi Bücher) are… Read more
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Vintage Knitting Patterns
Whether they’re from Patons, Sirdar, Emu, Robin, Bestway or Harmony, have you ever noticed how some vintage knitting patterns have such bizarre photos on the front? This can be because sometimes the models are holding really unnatural poses; there are weird or inappropriate props or, often the children just look like they’re far too old… Read more
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