Vintage Melmac Dinnerware

Melmac dishes are durable plastic dinnerware that gained popularity in the 1940s and 1950s. 

They are made from a Melamine resign and came in many bright colors, pastels and even some prints. Several Popular brands were Texas Ware, Boonton, Branchell, and Raffia Ware.

Because these dishes were so tough many of these sets are still around today for your enjoyment. They can be found at local thrift stores and flea markets for very reasonable prices. I have several sets myself and love them.

Some of my Melmac

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Some people's trash

I have graduated from thrift stores and flea markets to the WONDERFUL WORLD of Estate Sales.
Here is what I have found : )

THE DUKE VELVET PAINTING

VINTAGE fiesta PITCHERS

VINTAGE MARY & JESUS PAINTING

AFRICAN AMERICAN PORCELAIN DOLLS

ART DECO ASH TRAY

MID CENTURY MODERN DIAMOND MIRROR

ORIGINAL CANDYLAND BOARD GAME

SEWING TABLE

ELVIS 

ART DECO DIAMOND MIRROR

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Mounted Heads?

Wanting a statement piece for a certain room? 

WELL, before you just put up another mirror try Taxidermy. 

A modern take on an old favorite.

Try colors, multiplies, and different materials!

NO ANIMALS WERE INJURED IN THE MAKING OF THIS POST 

MY DISHES...

So another thing I collect is vintage dishes...

Peach Lustre -Fire King Anchor Hocking

BLUE HEAVEN - ROYAL CHINA

BY TRAIN...by plane, by automobile....

Vintage train cases have become a MUST for me and traveling....

Its like a kaboodle, but vintage!!!

Someone's Trash is my TREASURE

When did I become so addicted to thrift Stores, Junk Stores, Antique Stores and Flea Markets? If I have 2 minutes to spare, its guaranteed I will find one and do my best to buy something. 

I am in the process of getting an easy store to support my habit...will post my link when I do! Until then, here are this weeks finds.

3D Chalkware Plaque

Chalkware Parrots

Porcelain Fish

California U.S.A Pottery Company Ashtray

West Bend Penguin Hot/Cold Server

RECORDS

Mid Century Modern End Tables