Five of the Best Christmas Decorati... Nov 17, 2009
Willow Tree figurines have become a popular collectible within the past few years ... For the beginner Willow Tree offers a six piece set of the main figurines: Mary with Baby Jesus, Joseph, donkey, shepherd, and two sheep. (Suite101.com)
Rich with history, high in Transylvania Nov 15, 2009
There are also art galleries and shops selling folk crafts, such as fragile painted or beaded eggs, embroidered clothing and linen, figurines, carpets, blankets, pottery, wood carvings, and icons. On the street, women sell their own handcrafted and embroidered tablecloths, skirts, blouses, and intricate lacework. (Boston Globe)
What's it worth? Get collectibles appraised today Nov 7, 2009
Leon Castner from Pennsylvania, who specializes in collectibles, figurines, documents and autographs ... Brian Kathenes from New Jersey, who specializes in collectibles, figurines, documents and autographs. (Florida Today)
Vintage toys Nov 5, 2009
I don t know where those cards went, and as for the figurines, my dog chewed them up. They re fertilizing a Colorado landfill as I write this. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
A collector scares up plenty of spooky stuff for Halloween Oct 28, 2009
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Suzanne Tucker's old love of antiques Oct 26, 2009
It's a fitting place to fete her accomplishment; she is especially adept at incorporating antiques into spaces, from seventh-century Chinese figurines to Biedermeier furnishings from the 1800s. In her work, a contemporary Robert Motherwell painting is perfectly juxtaposed with a Chippendale table and Regency-style armchairs. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Texas Mans Collection Of Cow Art Set For Auction Oct 14, 2009
Even though Osborn left the New Mexico ranch he on which he was reared for a 40-year career in fashion that took him around the globe, cow figurines still caught his eye as he wandered through antiques stores from Milan to London. Scott Shuford, president of Dallas Auction Gallery, estimates Osborn's whole collection could go for more than $500,000. (KWTX.com, TX)
How to Decorate a Fireplace Mantle ... Oct 4, 2009
When arranging photographs, vases, candle lamps and figurines on the mantle, remember to keep things symmetrical ... However, for those with a busy lifestyle and active family, the added chore of watering plants, polishing silver and dusting figurines might not work. (Suite101.com)
Antiques aplenty Sep 19, 2009
Tibetan thangka (or monastery banners) blend with priceless Chinese figurines and 19th-century European orientalia comprising romantic images of dancing girls and harems. The restaurant LAmour Fou crazy love in French serves seafood, Italian and French cuisine, whilst the Sugar Baron Room re-creates the sumptuous boardroom of Oei Tiong Ham, one of Asias richest men during the early years of the 20th century. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Saturday, September 19 South Britain ChurchOffers Apple Festivities Sep 9, 2009
A select group of area artisans will be on hand with hand-crafted jewelry, quilts, hand-painted gourds, knit and crocheted items, fairy apparel and decor, pewter jewelry and figurines, American Girl doll clothes and more. The popular "Pick-a-Prize" table will feature drawings for gift certificates for rounds of golf, restaurant meals, services and merchandise donated by local businesses. (Voices, CT)
Lester Glassner, 70, pop culture collector Aug 31, 2009
That s not to mention chalk, ceramic and porcelain figurines, rare celluloid toys, Halloween masks, clothes, antique sleighs, dolls, 78 RPM records, art glass, movie posters, movie stills, lobby cards, and a host of other items. Mr. Glassner s collection of movie stills alone numbers more than 250,000 photos, many of them rare. (Boston Globe)
Gifts for Dog Lovers Aug 18, 2009
If the person collects figurines, check the huge selection available ... Antique stores may have figurines and other dog collectibles. (Suite101.com)
Swapping vows: Couple met at flea market and wed there Aug 17, 2009
SIERRA VISTA Start with a foundation of Twinkies slathered with icing, add a layer of Moon Pies, throw on some pink Snowball snacks and top it with pig figurines in a wedding dress and a tux. The West Virginia Redneck Cake may not be for everyone, but for one Sierra Vista couple, it was one of many special touches that made their redneck-themed wedding unique. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Life in the past lane Jul 22, 2009
In the arts and crafts barn, women and men, clad in costumes from another time, lean back in their rocking chairs as they carve little wood figurines, card wool and spin it, weave cane chairs, or piece quilt blocks together. The Parade of Power features nearly 200 antique tractors slowly rolling past hundreds of spectators on bleachers every day at 2 p.m. The farm machines date back to as far as 1918 with newer antiques coming from the late 1950s up to 1960. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Madison County police blotter Jul 15, 2009
Burglary: On July 3, deputy David Kidd was dispatched to a home on Norwood Road, Hull, where a woman reported that someone entered her home and took some collectible figurines. She suspects her ex-boyfriend took the items. (Athens Banner-Herald)
It's otherworldly Jul 12, 2009
Souvenir hunters should hit the newly-opened Weta Cave, a fandom shop filled with collectible figurines, Elvish cloaks and, yes, reproduction swords like the one Aragorn wielded - none of it cheap. On our way to Mount Victoria, we passed the boat used in Jackson s remake of King Kong, still moored to a dock and rusting. (Boston Globe)
Transformers fans stand to win exclusive movie-related merchandise Jun 23, 2009
TRANSFORMERS fans who watch the latest instalment of the movie at BIG Cinemas Lotus Five Star stand to win a lot of prizes ranging from T-shirts and figurines to postcards. The biggest prize is an exclusive seven-foot Optimus Prime figurine worth RM45,000. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
A gathering of angels Jun 16, 2009
And she doesn't really need to worry about the "do not forget" part, at least not while she's wearing her "I believe in angels" sweater, surrounded by her collection of 65 angel figurines. The retired child-care professional received her first angel in 1982, a gift from the parent of two boys in the children's choir she directed in Connecticut. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Charming Japanese dolls May 31, 2009
Lovely figurines (from left) Makoto, Yume and Kioko ... The outlet also sells Precious Moments figurines, a range of hand-painted porcelain bisque figures in warm, muted colours with their characteristic teardrop eyes and personalised messages ... With these endearing messages and their distinctive details, these figurines are great gifts to celebrate love, weddings, anniversaries, friendship, births and graduation, among other occasions. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
M. I. Hummel Club Celebrates Artist's Birth May 14, 2009
She grew up to become Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel, the woman whose vision inspired the beloved figurines that bear her name ... To honor Sister's artistry, vision and loving spirit, Manufaktur Rodental, the new company that will continue the handcrafting of these famous figurines, will release a highly-prized, strictly limited Commemorative Edition, Sister's Children ... Manufaktur Rodental continues the M.I. Hummel tradition in the same factory where the figurines were originally created... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pre-Order Bonus at Gamestop on Ne... May 13, 2009
Figurines given to fans who buy in advance ... Anyone who pre-orders a copy of Overlord II, Overlord Dark Legend and Overlord Minions from GameStop will receive one of four different minion figurines (brown, green, blue or red) ... The minion figurines are available for online and in-store GameStop customers while supplies last. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Did knife belong to Lincoln? Apr 20, 2009
He also has examples of Lincoln ephemera displayed in and around his massive collections of Persian rugs, oil paintings and porcelain figurines. His interest in Lincoln started as boy who when he took field trips to Springfield and New Salem. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Bids for Kids Auction is Saturday Apr 7, 2009
More items that are available include: desk, tables, lamps, one-week stay at Camp LuWiSoMo, Lady Lynx golf clubs, car blanket, humidifier, Party with the Puppies, Racine Zoo family fun pack, Racine Optical vision and eye assessment, Nicholson s of Racine family portrait session, Geartech wrench sets, afghans (baby pink 30 x43 , beige 43 x76 ), In-Sink-Erator ; HP disposal, Cardio Fit Rider, bamboo patio set, oriental rugs, kringle every month for six months, decorative fire engine, Mr. Peanut... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Around the world in a single lifetime Mar 30, 2009
The couple s love of the collectibles is further evidenced by 65 figurines that fill a display case. Each room is filled with memorabilia from their many trips. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Weller Coppertone Pottery for House... Mar 29, 2009
Coppertone pottery was made in a wide variety of sizes and shapes, and the line included vases, urns, console bowls, candle sticks, oil jars, ashtrays, baskets, flower pots, tiles, flower frogs, figurines, planters, sprinklers, lamps, and more ... Some of the frog figurines are simply figurines, but there were also Coppertone lawn and garden sprinklers in the shape of frogs as well. (Suite101.com)
'Little surprises' around every corner Mar 24, 2009
The same room houses Keller s Star Wars and Star Trek figurines. The home is about lounging and entertainment and, of course, fun. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Tower Place tenant to open March 30 Mar 17, 2009
In addition to Vera Bradley, Yankee Candle and Stonewall Kitchen, product lines will include WoodWick candles, Willow Tree and Precious Moments collectible figurines, gourmet foods by Robert Rothschild Farm and Swarovski crystal jewelry by Annaleece. Everheart is the first tenant to open at Tower Place since the mall s owner hired Huff Realty to take over leasing in late January. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Visit Solvang for Danish Treats and... Mar 17, 2009
Scandinavian import shops carry blue and white porcelain dishes, figurines and collectibles. Handmade linen embroidery can be purchased for table linens and candle shops, toys and dolls and small gifts make browsing an enjoyable sport. (Suite101.com)
Public safety log (March 12) (50) Mar 13, 2009
Detectives said they searched Ellwood s house, which is in the 1800 block of 29th Ave. S.E., and found some of the stolen items, including books, a painting, figurines and furniture. They were returned to the owner. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Senate clears way to reverse polar bear rule Mar 6, 2009
Get brand new genuine Lladr figurines. Free shipping wrapping. (Yahoo News)
Thrifty instincts run through her family Mar 1, 2009
"My grandfather ran a store called The Hodge Podge, and later sold things at the Jolly Jim Flea Market. My cousin John collected 'Occupied in Japan' figurines; my cousin Jerry loved military items such as uniforms and hats; and I did Steiff," says Michaud, who initially filled Sister Thrift with glassware and household items from her grandmother's basement. "We didn't think we'd have enough inventory at first," says Michaud, "but now we're cluttered and crammed.". (Boston Globe)
Winter flea market this weekend Feb 21, 2009
Featured this weekend will be various items, including figurines, belts, antiques, wicker furniture, baked goods, jewelry, handmade crafts and many other items. Food will also be served at the event. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Grand Dezign Announces the Arrival of Rare and Retired Royal Doulton Kings and Queens Collection Feb 16, 2009
Henry VIII and his six wives, the Tudor Roses, Queens of the Realm and other Royals are among the large newly-arrived collection featured in , a website dedicated exclusively to highly collectible Royal Doulton Figurines. Los Angeles (PRWEB) February 16, 2009 -- is proud to announce the arrival of a large collection of rare and highly sought-after Royal Doulton British Kings, Queens and Royalty figurines ... Among the figurines in this magnificent collection is the complete set of Henry VIII and... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Smiley Central Studio Gives Kids a New Way to Express Their Creativity Online and Offline with Smileys Feb 14, 2009
Collect Smiley Central Studio plush, figurines, bobblers, charms and activity kits. Every purchase includes a secret code that unlocks special online content. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Stanton Furnishings offers the old, new, and offbeat Feb 8, 2009
Rugs, mirrors, artwork and wall hangings abound, along with decor accents from oversized architectural pieces to small figurines. There s also a selection of coffee-table books. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
