Old Fashioned Bread Box

Here's an item that hearkens back to the past, but is still useful today. No matter how modern your kitchen may be, no matter how loaded with the latest high tech gadgets and gizmos, one problem that arises constantly is how to keep that loaf of bread from being crushed.

It's so easy to accidentally drop something on your bread and smash it. Nobody likes sandwiches made with crumpled bread slices. Protecting your loaf of bread is easily done with the old fashioned bread box.

This one is lovely and practical. It would look great in a traditional or rustic setting.

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7 Up Cooler

Look at that old 7 Up cooler. Heavy. Metal. A bit scuffed up, but totally authentic. A great survivor of the 1950s and perfect for a man cave, den, recreation room, or family picnic.  

Impress people with your retro savvy.

Load that cooler up with your favorite sandwiches, salads, deserts, and beverages -- and get ready for a blast from the past adventure in fun and food and family. 

If you love nostalgic items that remind you of happy times, this 7 Up Cooler is for you.

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Ball of String Lamp

You love sewing or making things with cord and twine? Here is the lamp for you: the unique Ball of String Lamp. This is a distinct curiosity piece that is both functional and conversational. Imagine the looks on the faces of your friends when they step into your sunroom, parlor, or crafting studio and see this lighting up the room.

What a delightful addition to your eccentric and charming lifestyle. You will love how it fits in with your decor as you glide from corner to corner, enjoying the peculiar novelty of this lamp. And just think, you'll always know where some emergency string is located in the event you need some.

You haven't seen anything yet. Why not come on over to Hidden Treasures, on the Square in Metamora, and check out our entire range of interesting and lovely items for the home and personal adornment?

We'd love to show you around and tell you about the products that are coming in each week. You never know what you'll find at Hidden Treasures.

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Stop by and treat yourself to a world of curious objects and fashionable nostalgia.

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Pink and White Quilt

Nothing could be more cozy than curling up with a special quilt on a cold winter day. Have cup of coffee or herbal tea. Read a good book. Listen to the radio. Watch a movie. Whatever you do, you'll be warm and snug under this pretty pink and white quilt.

Lap dogs love to jump up and cuddle with mommy when she on the recliner and the quilt is on her legs.

Children sleep more peacefully when a soft heavy quilt is protecting them from the chilly air.

Come on over to Hidden Treasures and add this wonderful warmth to your blanket chest.

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Coca Cola Table and Chairs

This lovely Coca Cola table and chairs set will be cherished as long as people like a refreshing beverage that always hits the spot. Perfect for your kitchen, recreation room, basement, or sunroom, think of the fun you and your family and friends will have. Eat lunch on a table that commemorates the world's favorite soda pop.

Henry brought a pizza. Sheryl brought a pound of Castle Patio Inn garlic cheese spread. Bill brought the Ritz crackers. Sue brought a bag of ice and a box of hot chicken wings. They're ready to party now. Forgotten are the woes of sojourning in this troubled world. Fun times are on board and the living is easy.

Kick back and relax with a retro thrill from the very heart of fizzy soft drinks.

Jump into your Buick and get yourself to Hidden Treasures on the Square in Metamora. This unique set won't be around long. Grab it will you can.

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Retro Hair Dryer Lamp

Here's a fun item for those of you who like recycling, repurposing, or absurdist Dada art. Some genius artist and adept electrician took a retro hair dryer and re-fashioned it into a table lamp.

Talk about a conversation piece. Your friends and neighbors will be amused and delighted at this clever device. Perfect for your home, beauty parlor, or office. Don't you just love innovative people who look at something and think "Why not?"? 

Don't let this get past you. I doubt it will hang around the shop for long. It's so different and interesting, it's days are numbered. Be careful of icy conditions, but get thee to Hidden Treasures before the retro hair dryer lamp is snatched up. It's one of a kind and a great gift idea.

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Blanket Chest with Drawer

Step up to the right way to store your blankets. With this beautiful blanket chest, you'll keep your comforters and quilts and other winter bedding in great shape. Instead of cramming them into a linen closet, this sturdy piece of nostalgic furniture will do the job of organizing and preserving your nighttime defense against the cold.

You can place this blanket chest at the foot of your bed or use it as a table anywhere in your home. The bottom drawer is perfect for pillow cases, doilies, and other small flat items.

Some people use a blanket chest in their entryway to store winter coats, scarves, and stocking caps.

Makes a wonderful addition to any home and now, in the middle of winter, is the ideal time to grab this lovely article.

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Vintage Kellogg Phone

Here's a vintage 1901 model, wood, wall-mounted, crank telephone that is an attractive work of art for any home, especially for the rustic, traditional, nostalgic decor.

"Shirley. This is Tom Best. Be a doll and ring up Pete Smithington for me please. I have a deal to offer him that he simply can't refuse. Thanks."

The Kellogg Switchboard and Supply Company, the makers of this telephone, has an interesting history.

Founded in 1897 by Milo G. Kellogg after Alexander Graham Bell's telephone patents expired in 1893 and 1894, Kellogg started out as a manufacturer of equipment for independent telephone companies.

Kellogg soon gained a wide reputation for its advanced and efficient switchboard technology. Kellogg also was famous for its attractive Art Deco phones during the 1930s and 1940s. The company competed with Western Electric and the Bell System before being absorbed into ITT in 1951.

Milo G. Kellogg invented a large variety of telephone products. By the early 1900s, oak Kellogg phones were being integrated into matching tables, so the devices would literally become a part of a home’s furnishings.

Do you remember the old 2L-5D Exchange Name System of dialing? 

"Yes Shirley. I'd like MUrray Hill 7-8995 please. Thank you." 

According to Wikipedia:

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At least four popular songs use old telephone exchanges in their names: "PEnnsylvania 6-5000" (PE 6-5000), recorded by Glenn Miller, "BEechwood 4-5789", by The Marvelettes, "LOnesome 7-7203 by Hawkshaw Hawkins, and "ECho Valley 2-6809" by The Partridge Family. PEnnsylvania 6-5000 was later spoofed in the Bugs Bunny cartoon Transylvania 6-5000.

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Bring back memories of a long gone era, when telephone customers and companies were connected through the local switchboard operator, with this beautiful old-fashioned Kellogg phone.

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