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5 Tips for Collecting Lefton Vintage Bluebirds

May 1, 2021 By: Fan

Yasmina Greco Lefton Bluebirds Topline Import Bluebirds
Yasmina Greco Lefton Bluebirds Topline Import Bluebirds

Today on the blog I am sharing some of my very favorite vintage bluebird collectibles with you all. Back when eBay and Etsy were all the rage for antiques and collectibles I was a PowerSeller (a rating eBay had for their PowerSeller program where sellers needed to consistently sell a significant volume of items and provide a high level of service to their buyers to achieve this rating) and I sold many vintage bluebirds to collectors all over the world. It wasn’t until I came across a bluebird sugar jar from the Topline Imports company that I actually had an emotional reaction. I had listed the sugar jar and it sold within minutes and after a few days I found that I could not stop looking at the pictures I had of the item and that lil’ birdies cute face. I was so sad I sold her. I didn’t start collecting these adorable blue birds till years later and now they are the pride and joy of my collection.

NOTE: You can read about my collections here at Antique Trader Magazine

Topline Import Bluebirds Collection
Topline Imports Bluebirds Collection

Many collectors are drawn to vintage bluebirds because of the cheerfulness they exude. These adorable figurines and dining sets can really brighten your day. Although not much information exists about the Topline Imports company, we do know that they manufactured high quality items in Japan in the 1950s-1960s. My Topline Imports bluebird set is stamped with the numbers 50/154 and they retain their gold foil “Topline Imports, Inc. Japan” tags.  It was this set’s sugar jar that stole my heart all those years ago. The set includes a cookie jar, teapot, sugar jar, creamer, salt and pepper shakers, snack plate, and set of 3 wall plaques (mama bird and two babies). I am now on the hunt for the teacup that fits the snack plate and my collection will be complete. The Topline Imports bluebird is my all time favorite.

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Easter with Erstwilder

March 17, 2020 By: Fan

I wanted to share with you the new Easter collection from Erstwilder. These Easter brooches are artfully designed, nostalgic, and adorable!! The new collection is available right now and will sell out so do not hesitate. Here are some of my favorites from the new collection.

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Pyrex T-Shirt, Lefton Bluebird, Holt Howard, Catherineholm T-Shirt – a Collector’s Dream

November 2, 2019 By: Fan

The Pyrex t-shirt says it all “Searching for Treasure”, because that is what flea markets, estate sales, junking, thrifting, picking and antiquing are all about!! Tee features exclusive one-of-a-kind artwork that is screen printed onto a super soft and comfortable t-shirt. Art includes vintage Pyrex starburst, snowflake, and Catherineholm Lotus, Lefton and Topline Imports Bluebirds, and the beloved Holt Howard Pixieware jars with the tagline Searching for Treasure.

Makes a great gift for the Pyrex and kitsch collector!!

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Vintage Finds: Mermaid Figurine, Perfume Bottles, Lefton Bluebirds

April 1, 2014 By: Fan

 Hertwig and Company Merboy Figurine

Antiquing has been challenging recently as it seems the ‘good’ stuff is really hard to come by but, that usually is the case anyway. I can’t believe I came upon these vintage treasures!! I have never seen this Lefton Bluebird child’s set of a mug and bowl nor the ‘Dev’ perfume bottle of a pink Poodle dog and pretty little lady. But, the most exquisite of my treasures has to be this small bisque porcelain ‘Merboy’ figurine made in Germany by Hertwig and Company that was probably an aquarium figurine back in the early 1900s. Are you finding anything amazing lately, let me know!!

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Repurposing Vintage Collectibles for Everyday Use

June 3, 2012 By: Fan

I am having so much fun repurposing my vintage collectibles into phone and computer skins along with shopping totes and mouse pads. Now you can take your favorite items everywhere. I am adding new pieces daily right now so please check back as there will be new selections!!  Lots of my collector friends, thrifters and junkers out there would really enjoy one of these as they make great gifts and really are one-of-a-kind items! Visit my Crazy4Me Zazzle store for details.

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1950s Lefton & Norcrest Bluebird Collectibles

October 25, 2011 By: Fan


I just love the adorable Lefton Bluebirds and the Norcrest Bluebirds. These 1950s Bluebird collectibles were all hand painted in Japan and still retain their original charm with their adorable faces, pink cheeks and flowers in their hair. These little fellows are sure to brighten any home and any kitchen!! While out and about this past weekend I came across these fantastic Lefton Bluebird and Norcrest Bluebirds. I hope when I leave next week for my Pacific Northwest vacation that I will come across some of these goodies!! The Bluebirds here can be found HERE.


 

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