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| A sampling of treasures found at past flea markets...
Far left: Showcase of precious objects including carved jade, Asian snuff bottles, art glass, silver and other interesting smalls. Magpie, Vancouver.
Left: Antique Victor phonograph and Singer sewing machine with original wooden cover, both in excellent condition. |
  
| Far left: Very stylish Budweiser beer ad with a Puget Sound motif.
FVACC, New Westminster.
Middle left: Beautifully embroidered textiles from Japan, India, China, Nepal and other exotic locales.
Left: First introduced in 1936 and still in production today, Fiesta's vibrant glazes and Deco designs continue to make it one of the world's most sought-after tablewares. |
 
| Far left: Hard-to-find wine-related collectibles for all you aficionados out there, including numerous wooden wine barrel taps from France.
Middle left: Pair of hipster leather bell-bottoms and matching fringed vest.
Left: A great selection of fabric samples in lots of different colors and patterns...very useful to quilters and other crafters. |
   | Left: These sparkling displays of vintage and estate jewelry included examples made of rhinestones, early plastics, cut crystal and glass, semi-precious stones, enamelware, and more. Many pieces were signed by designer makers such as Sherman, Coro, Eisenberg, Weiss, Miriam Haskell, Kramer, etc., adding to their value and making them very desirable to collectors.
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Far left: Attractive vignette of crystal paperweights, Japanese cloisonne vases, figurines, glassware and more. Magpie, Vancouver.
Left: Vintage photographs, tobacco cards, postcards and other ephemera, well-organized by location, subject matter, etc. |
 
 | Far left: For an 'old-school' experience, try these vintage kitchen utensils, still very useful in today's modern kitchens.
Middle left: Globes galore!
Left: Old books, crockery, Coca-Cola cooler and more nestled in amongst a selection of painted and refurbished furniture. |
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Far, middle and near left: Large collection of depression-era through 1950's 'swanky swig' glasses originally containing Kraft cheese and other products...hard to find these tumblers in this many decal patterns in such pristine condition...and all in one place!
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   | Far left: Ever-popular Royal Crown Derby fine china in Blue Mikado pattern.
Middle left: Two-tone orange rotary-dial phone in a funky airplane design. Fraser Valley Antiques & Collectibles Club, New Westminster.
Left: Collection of vintage and salvaged Christmas cards. The Jitterbug Shop, Surrey. |
  | Far left: White wicker vanity set including table and matching wicker-framed mirror.
Middle left: An eclectic mix of vintage enamelwares, IBM clock, pool balls, brass weights and more. Pikey's Picks Antiques & Collectables, Langley.
Left: This pretty display of shabby and country chic furnishings included a jadite-green painted rocking chair and sky blue lounging chair with co-ordinating chintz pillow. |
 
| Far left: These richly colored floral decorations are made of glass, each piece polished and attached with wires to form different flower varieties. You can also find these made of semi-precious stones.
Left: English bone china cups and saucers to suit every taste and budget. |
   | Far left: Cool collection of Nodders...
Middle left: This neon beer sign was a hot commodity!
Left: Throw-back posters from all your favorites such as Janis Joplin, Taj Mahal, Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones, Bob Marley and many more. |
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Far, middle and near left: An eye-catching arrangement of hand-made one-of-a-kind belt buckles in multiple colorways...each buckle was a unique work of art using salvaged vintage treasures, gems, rhinestones -- everything but the kitchen sink!
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Far left: Asian collectibles continue to be hot sellers, including pottery, porcelain, wood carvings, enamelwares, jade, etc.
Left: This huge array of sunglasses in a variety of shapes, styles and colors covered the entire table!
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   | Far left: A great selection of new, used and antiquarian books to choose from as well as salvaged and repurposed objects with visual appeal...be sure to visit regular vendor The Jitterbug Shop, who always offers an interesting, eclectic mix of goodies.
Middle left: Grouping of 'funky pickens'!
Left: Fashionista alert! Display of retro glam accessories including purses, hats, gloves, jewelry and much more... |
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Far left: Authentic Hawaiian shirts always seem to be in high demand, the older the better!
Left: Doll collectors rejoice...this showcase featured lots of interesting bits and bobs. |
   | Far left: Bright bunch of Pez dispensers -- collecting these little gems has become a pop culture phenomenon, with memorable cartoon and movie characters from every decade since the 1950's featured, and new ones still being produced today.
Middle and near left: Dizzying array of old and new die-cast metal toys including Dinky, Corgi, Matchbox and more. |
  | Far left: Very cool 1970's Weltron AM/FM 8-track stereo combo with matching satellite speakers. Affectionately known as the Space Ball, this famous model was also originally made in orange/red and yellow, and all are highly collectible today.
Left: Colorful
assortment of vintage kitchenalia, plus old rotary-dial table-top and wall phones.
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  | Far left: This arrangement of green depression glassware included reamers, sherbets, sugar bowls, creamers, berry bowls, cups and saucers, vases, and plates in a variety of different patterns.
Left: A table full of classic Star Wars and Star Trek collectibles from the 60's and 70's attracted a lot of attention, especially with the vendor getting into the spirit of things!
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  | Far left: This 1960's Beatles lunch box was still in great condition, appealing to both the Beatles-wares and lunch box collectors alike. The reverse side of the lunch box showed the Fab Four up close and personal.
Left: A box of blown-glass Christmas ornaments from days gone by in vibrant shades of pink, yellow, blue, and red.
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Far left: This large assortment of maps, prints, historical documents and other ephemera drew in the crowds.
Left: Musical instruments of various kinds continue to spark interest from both collectors and would-be musicians alike.
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Far left: A funky mix of shabby chic accessories, Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, plus an old red-wheeled scooter to boot!
Left: This table featured a large display of 1940's - 1950's American art pottery, including cookie jars, planters and figurines by companies such as McCoy, Royal Copley, American Bisque, Robinson Ransbottom, and more.
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left: Striking Oriental
satin robe with hand-embroidered floral motif.
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Of all the fictional characters collected, the most well known
and arguably best-loved remains Mickey Mouse. Introduced by Walt
Disney Enterprises in the late 1920's, Mickey was an instant hit
and his popoularity has only grown over the years. Many different
products were made in his likeness -- as well as his friends Minnie
Mouse, Goofy and Pluto -- such as watches, wind-up toys, ceramic
figurines, games, jewelry, and clothing, to name just a few. Mickey
Mouse collectibles are still being produced today, and continue
to have an avid following. |
 | Far left: Buttons, buttons, and more buttons! Grouped by color, this basket contained old & new buttons made of glass, plastic, mother-of-pearl, Bakelite, celluloid, horn, metal and more.
Left: Medalta and other pottery crocks and ginger beer bottles, mixed with a nice selection of country pine and maple furnishings. |
  
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Far, middle and near left: Wide selection of vintage, throw-back and just-plain-fabulous hats in every shape, size and color...you'll also find lots of other retro chic fashion accessories such as gloves, purses, eyewear and much more.
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Far left: A bright display of china, glass and retro lamps and shades. The old-style shades are hand-made and sold separately, and custom orders can be placed with the vendor, D-Lightful Accents, a regular at all our shows.
Left: Eye-catching array of country kitchen collectibles, including pottery fruit and vegetable motif pitchers and plates, milk glass, and much more. |
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Far
left: A very stylish
1950's lime green table lamp in excellent working condition.
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A wide variety of collectible bottles and jars,
including ginger beer and pop bottles and cans, old canning jars,
Coca Cola and other soft drink bottles and advertising, and much
more..be sure to check out these regular vendors from the Fraser Valley Antiques & Collectibles Club, New Westminster. |
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Far
left: An eclectic grouping of linens and textiles,
hats, riding boots, decoys, picture frames and other wonderful
finds...
Left: This red
and green country Christmas display was filled with festive hand-made
ornaments, napkins and tablecloths, framed prints, ribbon and
lace, painted furniture and accents, and many more decorative
pieces. |
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