We mid-century homeowners typically have a little bit more to do because of the ages of our homes. Here are a few tips* to make sure that you are ready for summer no matter where you live – Seattle or beyond. ___Service the furnace and air conditioner: When the weather begins warming up (sometimes not … Continue reading »
Remember when cars had ashtrays on the back of the front bench seat? Oh, and you’re probably wondering about the human skeleton in the backseat… Transporting a skeleton to Wake Forest University campus, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 1956. Photo by Hank Walker.
Mr. Roger is diverting from the usual mid-century topics to share a little story about the Seattle housing forecast. “When it rains, it pours”: an idiom you often hear in Seattle. Although lately that statement cannot be said about the weather (thank you, sun). It’s the housing market. Buyers are pouring into the Seattle market, … Continue reading »
1950s Plastic Wall Tiles brochure from Pittsburg She won’t be smiling when mold starts growing between those ungrouted, plastic shower tiles!
There are many special ways to celebrate mom in May. You can fall back on the traditional flowers, but why not mix it up this year? I have rounded up a few events that will have mom running, drooling, and crying! Run Like A Mother 5K Sunday, May 12, 8:30AM Warren G. Magnuson Park A … Continue reading »
Homes of Individuality for Today’s Homemakers, 1955, National Plan Service, Inc. Mr. Roger is drooling! You can see this marvelous mid-century home plans book in its entirety online. It’s a must see for any retro-loving “homemaker”! Visit Internet Archives and peruse to your heart’s content!
MontaMower ad from May 1951 Popular Mechanics It’s so easy to operate, you don’t even break a sweat (and no need to change out of your party dress)!
I’m speechless. This is so fantastic! Who doesn’t want one of these in their backyard? Ping Pong House, 1950
While out touring homes with real estate clients this past weekend, I found this beauty parked in the garage. I desperately wanted to know the story behind the car. What year is it? Who (if anyone) had it before? Where and how did they purchase it? I decided to take a trip on the Internet … Continue reading »
Actually it’s Tuna Time! And if you act now (and send in $1.50 with 2 can labels), you can get, not 1, but 4 beautiful salad forks from Holland! Source: Chatelaine, July 1963
