Antique Celluloid
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Celluloid Treasures of the Victorian Era: Identification & Values Sale Price: $39.95  |
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Encompassing what has been called the 'golden age' of celluloid collectibles, Celluloid Treasures of the Victorian Era takes a look at the time period from 1885 to 1915. Photo albums; hat, glove, necktie, and handkerchief boxes; hand mirrors; brushes, autograph books; and prayer books featuring pastel portraits of beautiful Victorian women and children from the period characterize this appealing book... |
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Celluloid: Collectibles from the Dawn of Plastics (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) Sale Price: $6.49 |
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A sweeping survey of the early world of plastics is presented here in text and over 500 color photographs of celluloid toys, ornaments, jewelry, greeting cards, dolls, and much more. Advertisements from early twentieth century catalog pages futher chronicle the artifacts made with this enchanting early plastic... |
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Celluloid Dolls: Diddums, Kewpies and Other Cuties |
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Celluloid Collectibles: Identification & Value Guide Sale Price: $9.97 |
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Celluloid Collectors Reference and Value Guide Sale Price: $29.89 |
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Over 600 color photographs feature fashion accessories, toys, dolls, decorative boxes and albums, household and utilitarian articles, grooming aids, and advertising novelties. A chapter on the invention of celluloid and the pyroxylin plastics industry in America, a discussion on care and preservation of celluloid, and a timeline of developments are provided in this vast resource... |
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Yesterday's Toys: Celluloid Dolls, Clowns, and Animals Sale Price: $9.50 |
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Celluloid Dolls Toys Playthings (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) Sale Price: $17.25 |
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This book is jam-packed with historical information and photographs about the development, production, and collectibility of celluloid dolls, toys, and playthings. Written by the author of the Celluloid Collector's Reference & Value Guide, this book features detailed information about manufacturers and designers that will help collectors identify the origin of their toys and understand more thoroughly the value of their collections... |
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Century of Celluloid Dolls Sale Price: $168.46 |
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Celluloid Dolls of the World |
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Antique Pocket Mirrors: Pictorial and Advertising Miniatures (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) Sale Price: $20.99 |
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This delightful compendium of American pocket mirrors showcases more than 500 miniature treasures of early 20th century design. Small celluloid round, oval, and rectangular mirrors were designed as advertising premiums, giveaways, favors, mementoes of weddings and anniversaries, souvenirs from historic sites, and so on... |
LA is the land where celluloid dreams come to life and hoards of dream chasing young adults rush to each year to make it big in the world's biggest movie industry. With its sunny landscapes and Malibu -fabulous lifestyles, LA is rightly the envy of most of the world. Famous not only for the most recognizable sign post in the Hollywood hills, the city is an enigmatic mix of cultures where dreamers hob nob with businessmen and entrepreneurs to buy in to this exclusive piece of real estate.
A land where the parties are as frequent as the casting calls, LA is the perfect holiday destination not only because it's the home to Universal Studios, famed Venice Beach Boardwalk, Dodger Stadium and the Hollywood Walk of Fame but it's also home to the stars, the biggest names in the world of entertainment prefer this zip code to any other.
And if there's one thing a star gazer and a shopaholic should never miss, it's the Rose Bowl Flea Market. With a history that spans almost half a century the Rose Bowl Flea Market boasts not only of having over 2500 vendors selling their wares but a clientele that include some of Hollywood's A-listers. Renowned as one of the globe's trendiest open-air markets this shopper's paradise offers an irresistible range of items for penny pinchers, collectors and shopping fanatics.
This monthly event which takes place on a Sunday each month, thousands of avid shoppers flock to the Rose Bowl Flea Market for the best deals in handy crafts, vintage clothing, rare collectibles and even home ware. Regulars are said to have stumbled upon sought after pieces of antique furniture, jewellery and even limited edition toys. Attracting an average of 15,000 shoppers each month, the market which is spread out over several miles also offers second hand items at a fraction of the cost. This is why most regulars believe that a day spent at the flea market is inadequate to peruse through all the booths and find one's own treasures along the way.
Free parking is also available for added convenience while visitors can also feast their pallets on some scrumptious snacks while shopping. Dotted with an array of food outlets the flea market space offers a wide range of delectable goodies including fresh lemonades, ice cream sandwiches, piping hot hotdogs and hamburgers. Although it is best to be there bright and early, the bargains at the Rose Bowl Flea Market do not recede with the day. Other than a great day out, it also offers guests the experience of a true LA style shopping experience complete with celebrity shoppers, international buyers and equally eager novice treasure hunters.
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Celluloid No 8 Crochet Hook equivalent?
I want to try crocheting an antique pattern which uses a celluloid no 8 hook. I know what that is, but I was wondering what size that would roughly equate to using a modern hook. The two hooks I have have letters on them (H,K). Would either of those be similar in size to the No 8? Thanks so much!
Your best bet is a steel hook in size 1 or 2 if the pattern calls for thread. If it calls for Berlin(er) wool, that's a fingering or baby weight yarn, so try an aluminum B or C hook. Those old celluloid hooks (this is an early form of plastic) were small. I've got a few in my collection myself.
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