Category Archives: 1960’s

Smile: Kreiss Psycho Ceramics

Posted on July 10, 2012 by

Look at those sparkling baby blues!  Note those gigantic pearly whites!  If this doesn’t make you smile, I don’t know what will. This is a Kreiss Psycho Ceramics figure from the late 1950’s or early 1960’s.  This company made all … Continue reading →

Posted in 1950's, 1960's, Carol, Humor, Pottery, Weird | Leave a comment

The Randotti Skull: A Staple of Disneyland Souvenirs for Several Decades

Posted on July 2, 2012 by

Almost as daunting as collecting Disney memorabilia in general is collecting Disney theme park merchandise.  After all, Disneyland has been merchandising itself consistently for 57 years.  If you visit a Disney theme park these days, you might notice that pretty … Continue reading →

Posted in 1950's, 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, Amy, Disney, Monsters, Weird | 12 Comments

The Best High School Yearbook (Parody) Ever!

Posted on June 2, 2012 by

I will admit right up front that I love high school yearbooks – any and all. This love affair most likely began in June 1961 when I was a mere child of eight.  My big brother, who was finishing up … Continue reading →

Posted in 1960's, 1970's, Ben, Carol, Ephemera, Humor | 6 Comments

The Hawaiian Cottage

Posted on April 13, 2012 by

Tiki mugs are one of my many collections that fit into the mid-century category of collecting.  They are colorful, whimsical, and I can usually pick them up for not a lot of money at flea markets.  Though many different mug … Continue reading →

Posted in 1950's, 1960's, Amy, Polynesian, Pottery | 5 Comments