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Holt-Howard and his Famous Awe-inspiring Pixieware with Prices

June 26, 2022 By: Fan

Holt-Howard Pixieware Collection Mid-Century Modern
Holt-Howard Pixieware Collection

There are certain people in this world that seem to have a Midas touch – everything they touch turns to gold. Holt-Howard was one of those people. He didn’t just dabble in pixieware, he made it famous. If you’re not familiar with the term, pixieware is a type of ceramic pottery that is highly collectible and sought after by vintage enthusiasts all over the world. If you’re lucky enough to own any pieces, you know how valuable they can be. Holt-Howard was the king of pixieware, and his pieces are still some of the most coveted today. So, what exactly is pixieware and why is it so collectible? Keep reading to find out!

Is there anything more fun than collecting vintage Mid-Century modern kitsch ceramics? There’s just something so engaging about finding those old, forgotten treasures and bringing them back to life by displaying and using them. At Crazy4Me, we love all things vintage and kitsch, and we know our readers do too. We’ve gathered some of our favorite Holt-Howard and pixieware pieces from the past 60 years or so, and we can’t wait to share them with you. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting out, these pieces are sure to add some fun and whimsy to your collection. So come on in and take a look! We promise you won’t be disappointed.

Vintage Napco Onion and Ketchup Pixieware Condiment Jars
Vintage Napco Onion and Ketchup Pixieware Condiment Jars
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Mid-Century Modern Valentine’s Day

January 22, 2022 By: Fan

Anthropomorphic Bluebirds

Love is in the air with our latest vintage-inspired Valentine’s Day collection at Crazy4ME Style. We’ve taken our love for 1950s and 1960s Pyrex and Catherineholm enamelware and created one-of-a-kind designs that you will love and can wear all year round!! We also have our customer favorite anthropomorphic bluebirds Be My Tweet Heart back in stock. Our designs are available in sizes Small-4XL at Crazy4MeStyle.com

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Collecting Kitschy Cute Vintage Salt and Pepper Shakers

October 26, 2020 By: Fan

Do you love collecting kitschy-cute vintage salt and pepper shakers? I do too! Many people love to collect salt and pepper shakers and there are many different types that you can find at flea markets, antique shops, or online. This blog post is all about those irresistibly adorable salt and pepper shakers with tips on colleting different themes, buying and selling and how to find rare ones.

The fun thing about salt and pepper shakers is that they are usually small in size and can fit on your kitchen shelves, desk, windowsills, and right on your dining table so no matter how small of a space you live in, there is room for salt and pepper shakers and they not only fill the practical need of condiments but also provide decoration to your living space. 

Salt and pepper shaker collecting took off in the 1940s-1950s with the creation of ceramics and were being made in a variety of designs, shapes, and themes. Souvenir shakers were especially popular during this time frame as folks started taking to the roads in their Airstreams and Shasta trailers and could pick them up on their road trips at gas stations and rest stops. Shakers from this era were affordably manufactured and therefore affordable to purchase. Today, shakers come in a variety of materials from glass, wood, to metal, plastic and anything imaginable.

My salt and pepper shaker collection is primarily made up of anthropomorphic, animals and vintage Christmas shakers. My requirement is that they have to be cute and make me smile. I enjoy the thrill of the hunt so much and scour internet sites, antique shops, thrift stores and estate sales for rare and hard to find sets. I also enjoy the stories from the collectors themselves and learning what got them interested in collecting and how they found particular shakers. Collecting is also such a fun social activity as most collectors I have met love talking about their collections and sharing knowledge and information. 

Vintage PY Anthropomorphic Toothpaste Girls

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Highlights from America’s Largest Antique & Collectible Show July 2017 in Portland Oregon

July 29, 2017 By: Fan

America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show July 2017

Here is a full report from my annual trip to America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show that is held each July in Portland, Oregon with over 1,000 booths.  The past few years have been more bust than bang but, this year was great. There is usually a lot of chaos getting attendees parked and the lines had been terrible in the past. This year they had it better managed and we got parked within 15mins of the show starting. We try to arrive early as doors open at 9:00 am and you usually need to wait in the ticket line for your tickets then join another line to get inside. The show is held in-doors and outdoors at the Portland Expo Center. Bathrooms are clean and plentiful. Lots of food courts too with seating so never worry about being thirsty or hungry!!

My twin sister and I have been attending America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show for the past few years so we have our strategy down pretty good. But, she was not able to join me this year due to illness so my niece was joining me. It wasn’t quite the same without my sister and we missed her terribly. The weather was gorgeous for Portland and super warm. July in Portland tends to be a scorcher!! Attendees were excited and in good spirits, folks were eager to get started with their treasure hunting. There were also lots and lots of outdoor booths!!
America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show July 2017 - Pyrex

America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show July 2017
Once inside, it was full steam ahead!! After going through a few booths it was apparent that Dealers this year were in very good spirits and super friendly. The past few shows Dealers were really grumpy but this year was different. It is so much more pleasant to shop in a booth with a cheerful Dealer who also engages and interacts with you. Learning about an item is so much fun and if the Dealer shares background information on a piece it makes it that much more special. Prices were super good too!! At past shows prices seemed really high and no one was interested in negotiating. This year prices were very reasonable and many Dealers even commented they would give up to 50% off!! Wow!!

America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show July 2017
This show really has something for everyone; young and old. You can find vintage clothing, lots of vintage jewelry and accessories, vintage neon signs, lots of kitchen collectibles and Pyrex, Fireking, Jadeite and so much more, even lots and lots of ephemera, lightening, Mid-Century Modern, items from the 1920s-1980s. Vintage Disney, tin toys, Hawaiiana, vintage Christmas, salvage, furniture, cameras, and so many more items!! Over 1,000 dealer booths. You can literally spend all day treasure hunting.
America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show July 2017 America’s Largest Antiques and Collectibles Show July 2017 Expo Center
I filled up two large tote bags with treasures!! I especially love kitschy cute items that are anthropomorphic, vintage kitchen goodies from the 50s-60s, vintage Mermaids by Norcrest, Napco, Joty, Lefton, and Holt Howard too. Vintage 50s Poodles, clothing and lucite purses, Bakelite jewelry and I also love fine porcelains from Herend, Majolica, and Meissen. Mid-Century Modern lamps, dinnerware, and furniture too. Also, vintage Gucci, Chanel, Hermes and Christian Dior…… sometimes you can find a treasure!

The next show is in October and it is the vintage Christmas show….. hmmmm, making plans for that one!!

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Digging the 50s – Vintage Valentine Cards

February 7, 2016 By: Fan

Vintage Anthropomorphic Mi-Century Valentine Cards

Hi everyone, Valentines Day is just around the corner; do you have the special card and box of chocolates ready? Here are some of my favorite vintage 1950s anthropomorphic Valentine cards; just love the smiling faces!! You can click on the pics to enlarge them.

We always have lots of vintage, retro, and Mid-Century goodies in our online stores- Please visit-
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Add instant vintage charm to your kitchen with 1950s collectibles

August 12, 2015 By: Fan

I wanted to share my most recent find!! These smiling anthropomorphic cuties just make me so happy and add instant vintage charm. These are all made by PY Japan and feature the anthropomorphic PY strawberry head planter, the PY anthropomorphic pear pitcher and these super adorable shakers that are a pair of PY anthropomorphic toothpaste girls and PY anthropomorphic typewriter girls.


You can see all my vintage Anthropomorphic goodies at my Etsy store and eBay Store 

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