Located on the outskirts of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, lies a picturesque village known for its centuries-old craft of pottery making. This village is none other than Bat Trang Pottery Village, a place that has preserved the art of ceramics and nurtured it for generations. Bat Trang Pottery Village is not just a …
Category: Collectibles
Dec 21 2023
The Sparkling History of Christopher Radko Shiny Brites
The shimmering history of Christopher Radko Shiny Brites is a fascinating journey into the world of Christmas ornaments. Christopher Radko, a renowned designer of holiday decorations, has made a significant impact in the sphere of Christmas ornaments, particularly with his Shiny Brite collection. This collection is well-loved and cherished for its unique blend of vintage …
Dec 18 2023
Step into Nostalgia: Why Christmas Tree Bubble Lights Are Making a Comeback
Bubble Lights, those charming, bubbling ornaments that graced many a mid-century Christmas tree are making a comeback. There’s something about the soft, colorful glow and the gentle bubbling action of these lights that stirs up nostalgia, transporting many back to their childhood holidays. Bubble Lights were originally introduced in the 1940s by NOMA, the largest …
Jun 01 2021
Next Tiki Stop: Tosche Station
Stop by Tosche Station and power up with this Star Wars Landspeeder Punch Bowl, complete with Luke Skywalker and R2-D2 Mini Muglets. Luke Skywalker owned an X-34 landspeeder which transported him across the sands of Tatooine in Star Wars. The design of the punch bowl and mini mug set was inspired by the classic Star Wars Trilogy. …
May 11 2021
The Ceramics of Carl-Harry Stålhane
Carl-Harry Stålhane, born on December 15, 1920 in Mariestad, Sweden, was one of the most innovative Swedish ceramic artists of the twentieth century. His designs and craftsmanship have become so revered that he has been an inspiration for modern designers and has been featured in the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design and New York’s MoMA. In 1939 …
May 11 2021
Max Rebo Joins the Cast of Star Wars Geeki Tikis Mugs
Looking to shake up your tiki mug collection? Consider these ceramic galactic beauties from Beeline Creative. The newest addition to the Star Wars line of Geeki Tikis mugs is none other than the blue elephant-nosed Ortolan keyboardist from Jabba the Hutt’s palace, Max Rebo. This unforgettable character is now available in all his blue glory …