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Step Into the Jetsons Era: Our Spectacular Atomic Starburst Dinette + Mid-Century Treasures Await at Antique Society!

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Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Dinette Set Table and 4 Chairs
Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Dinette Set Table and 4 Chairs

If you’ve been dreaming of transforming your home into a blast from the past, now’s your moment! Our latest setup at Antique Society in Sebastopol, CA (Booth YG) is glowing with Atomic-Age magic — think chrome, starbursts, fiberglass, and the most incredible mid-century treasures you’ll ever see under one roof.

A Starburst Straight Out of the 1950s

Front and center is a Spectacular Atomic Starburst Dinette Set made by Chromecraft USA. This rare mid-century treasure features a gleaming chrome and Formica table with four matching chairs, each flaunting curvy chrome backs and rocket-fin spindles. The original upholstery is pure perfection — creamy white sprinkled with atomic bursts in the front and bold black starry skies on the back. Truly a space-age showstopper in exceptional condition!

Vintage Mid-Century Atomic Turquoise Blue Telephone
Vintage Mid-Century Atomic Turquoise Blue Telephone

Mid-Century Marvels You’ll Fall in Love With

Vintage Mid-Century Cathrineholm Fondue Pot
Vintage Mid-Century Cathrineholm Fondue Pot
Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Antique Society
Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Antique Society

But that’s just the beginning! This booth is absolutely brimming with Atomic delights:

  • 💙 Cathrineholm Viking Blue Fondue Pot — New old stock with its original box and never used! The color is a brilliant atomic blue that will make any mid-century kitchen sparkle. A true collector’s dream!
  • Set of Mosaic Atomic Nesting Tables — Gorgeous, functional, and stylish. These tables feature that iconic Atomic mosaic design that fits perfectly in any retro-inspired home.
  • Spectacular Pair of Atomic Lamps — No mid-century home is complete without a glowing pair of tiered fiberglass lamps! These are absolutely stunning, casting a warm, vintage glow that turns any space into a retro retreat.
  • Fabulous Colormates Hutch & Dresser (1950s–60s) — With their clean lines and cheerful hues, these Colormates pieces bring that classic Atomic-era sophistication and utility that collectors adore.
Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Lamps
Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Lamps

Visit Us at Antique Society in Beautiful Sebastopol

Vintage Mid-Century Atomic Mosaic Nesting Tables
Vintage Mid-Century Atomic Mosaic Nesting Tables

Come see these dazzling mid-century treasures in person and step straight into the Atomic era! ✨
📍 Antique Society – Booth YG
2661 Gravenstein Hwy S, Sebastopol, CA 95472

Set your table for takeoff! Discover the Atomic Era Franciscan Starburst Dinnerware that brings mid-century magic to every meal.

Holt-Howard Pixieware: The Best Guide with Prices and Tips

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

There are remarkable individuals with a golden touch, turning everything they touch into treasure, and Holt-Howard was one such person. He didn’t just dabble in pixieware; he made it famous. Pixieware is a unique ceramic pottery that has enchanted collectors and vintage enthusiasts worldwide.

Owning such Holt Howard pieces, you’ll appreciate their immense value. Holt-Howard’s creations remain sought-after today, with soaring prices. What makes pixieware so appealing, and how can you begin collecting Holt Howard’s masterpieces? Explore our price guide and collector tips to learn more!

Holt Howard Party Pixie
Holt Howard Party Pixie

Collecting vintage Mid-Century modern kitsch ceramics offers unmatched enjoyment. At Crazy4Me, we’re passionate about vintage and kitsch and have curated exceptional Holt-Howard and pixieware pieces from the past six decades. For both experienced collectors and beginners, these items add delight and whimsy to any collection. Dive in and experience the magic—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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Sizzling Summer Style: Mid-Century & Atomic That Turns Heads

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This summer has been full of firsts, fun, and fabulous mid-century atomic vignettes! Gary and I had the amazing opportunity to collaborate with two incredible antique shops right here in Sonoma County—Antique Harvest in Healdsburg and Antique Society in Sebastopol—to bring a little of our mid-century magic to their spaces. From window styling to themed showroom vignettes, we’ve been diving headfirst into the world of visual merchandising, and the response has been absolutely heartwarming!

A Retro Road Trip Window at Antique Harvest, Healdsburg

Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic
Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic

Let’s start in Healdsburg, where we had the absolute privilege of collaborating with the incredible Carol Eagle, who owns Antique Harvest along with her husband Phil. Carol is truly the heart and soul of the shop—and one of the kindest, most generous people you’ll ever meet. Her deep knowledge of antiques, estate jewelry, and mid-century treasures is only matched by her sharp wit and warm, joyful spirit.

Carol brings so much care and humor into everything she does, and she’s the kind of shop owner who goes above and beyond to support her dealers—always cheering them on, sharing insights, and creating a welcoming space where everyone thrives.

Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic
Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic

Designing the Mid-Century Summer Vacation window display with Carol was an absolute highlight for Gary and I. She’s a true vintage visionary and even contributed some fabulous pieces of her own, including atomic barware, classic 1950s books, and original records that added nostalgic depth and character to the scene. It was a beautiful collaboration that transformed the front of the shop into a vibrant, living postcard from the past.

Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic
Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic

Gary and I rummaged through our storage units to find just the right pieces to bring the vintage road trip theme to life:

  • Our cherry red Formica dinette set (yes, we’re obsessed!)
  • Stacks of vintage suitcases ready for adventure
  • Classic cameras to capture travel memories
  • Pinup-style polka dot dresses and circle skirts
  • Teak lamps with atomic fiberglass shades
  • Pink Pyrex Gooseberry & Amish Butterprint Cinderella stacking bowls
  • Atomic bar carts and barware and so much more!

The joy has been in the reactions. Because it’s the front window of the shop, we’ve had the unique pleasure of seeing people stop, smile, point, and even tear up as they reminisce.

We’ve heard so many sweet stories from visitors about growing up with these exact pieces in their homes—or at grandma’s! And for younger generations, it’s been all about the color, style, and “wow factor” of this atomic-era wonderland.

Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic
Antique Harvest Mid-Century Modern Atomic

If you’re in Northern California, be sure to stop by! Antique Harvest in Healdsburg, CA is open daily—and our vignette is still turning heads.

Atomic Summer Pop-Up at Antique Society, Sebastopol

Antique Society Mid-Century Modern Atomic Formica Chrome Table Chairs
Antique Society Mid-Century Modern Atomic Formica Chrome Table Chairs

Over in Sebastopol, we brought the heat (and plenty of chrome) with our Atomic Summer pop-up at Antique Society! We were delighted to be working closely with the shop’s inspiring owner, Angela Vidinsky. Collaborating with Angela on this theme was an absolute joy—she’s not only incredibly talented when it comes to color coordination, display, and visual storytelling, but she also brings a thoughtful, values-driven perspective to everything she does.

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Saturday Antiquing at Whistle Stop Antiques

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Carlo of Hollywood Black Stallion Horses

It has been raining for a while now here in Northern California. Lots of flooding and people badly effected. This is not the norm. We are usually in a perpetual drought. Thank goodness my family is just fine. One positive is that they vineyards are already starting to bloom and this time next month they will be stunning.

Being a rainy soggy Saturday, we went to Whistle Stop Antiques mall in Santa Rosa down by Railroad Square to take a look around and search for some treasures. It is really hit or miss like it is at most antique malls. We have been really lucky a few times and found some really great treasures like our vintage Philco Predicta TV, some fabulous Sputnik lighting and Mid-Century Modern chairs and cabinets. Whistlestop is a multi-dealer mall and even has a 2nd floor upstairs. You will find a nice assortment of vintage, retro, mid-century, kitchenalia, Pyrex, artwork, jewelry, and lots of ephemera and even a lot of vintage trains, toys, and Pez collectibles….. something no doubt for everyone.

Here’s a couple pics we snapped. A lovely vintage carousel horse, an incredible Carlo of Hollywood black stallion painting in the amazing forced perspective frame, glass displays, and even a super neat vintage 1950s chrome dining set upholstered with new retro grey fabric. I would love to take this one home but…… where to put it? It was a fun visit at Whistle Stop today!!

You’ll be a Hot Hostess and Perfectly Pinup in Tarantula Clothing

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Yasmina Greco Tarantula Clothing Rocking Merch Viva Las Vegas

Getting to model Tarantula Clothing for this photoshoot was a thrill!! If you are new to the brand or maybe not yet familiar with Tarantula Clothing, let me fill you in.

Tarantula Clothing is all about quality, quality, quality. Specializing in 1940s-1960s fashion styles, Tarantula Clothing is made in the USA and located in Los Angeles, California. Tarantula Clothing will keep all you Pinup Rockabilly dolls classy and sassy in their pinup, doo-wop, rockabilly, vintage, reproduction, and classic Hollywood film noir styled clothing, and, they also have a menswear line inspired by classic American fashion so the hubbys and fellas will be dapper, dashing and no doubt handsome.

From cute Peter Pan colored tops, high-waisted trousers, to fashionable dresses, Tarantula Clothing will become a staple in your wardrobe. Tarantula Clothing even designs their clothing with a curvy women in mind with sizes ranging from XS – 2X. How fabulous is that!!

In these pictures I am wearing the Tarantula Clothing Hot Hostess Dress with Leopard Top and Black Taffeta Skirt. I am a curvy girl with G cups and this dress could not fit me any better!! The top is made from knit and therefore has a bit of stretch but yet still keeps it shape and it sits just a bit off the shoulder. The taffeta skirt couldn’t be anymore ladylike, feminine and fabulous. All I wanted to do was twirl twirl twirl. You’ll not only look stunningly gorgeous but you will feel every bit the Hot Hostess you are! This dress is perfect for hosting a cocktail party, dinner party and going out on the town in. Tarantula Clothing’s Hot Hostess dress also comes in red and black.

Yasmina Greco Hot Hostess Dress Tarantula Clothing Rocking Merch Viva Las Vegas

Tarantula Clothing has you covered for work/office outfits or evening/weekend fashions that are made of top quality fabrics and designed beautifully with not only curvy girls in mind but the fellas too!! And, if you are looking for that perfect outfit to wear at Viva then hurry over to the Rocking Merch Shop while items are in stock, as they will sell out!!

 
Shop all the fabulous Tarantula Clothing items and more at the Rocking Merch Shop.

Makeup and Hair by the fabulous Miss Rockwell De’Vil

Photo Credit: http://www.photosbyanaj.com/

 

 

Midcentury Modern Madness

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With the long holiday weekend, we drove over to Sacramento to go to one of our all time favorite antique malls ‘Midway Antique Mall’. It’s almost like a day-trip to Disneyland for us. If you want to experience stepping back in time to the ‘good old days’ then this place will not disappoint. The mall has that total ‘Midcentury Modern – Eames Era’ vibe with specific ‘rooms’ setup as if you were in someone’s house from the 1950s-1960s. On this visit we found a neat Tiki Room with bar and barckcloth and lots of tiki mugs. Vintage kitchens, lots of those fantastic Formica kitchen-dining sets, and of course living rooms, offices, and more.

We ended up with some awesome finds – a vintage turquoise blue canister set in that awesome lustroware material that is in remarkable condition and the owner shared with us that if we wanted to actually use these in our kitchen (he and his wife use everything they acquire) we could, and to do so he advised putting our coffe/tea in plastic bags into the canisters and that way they would not get stained. We also found some vintage fish wall plaques by Lefton and Ceramicraft, and these neat “stretch” kitty cat salt and pepper shakers. I am still searching for either a turquoise Formica dining set, a hot pink Formica dining set or a turquoise/pink combo colored Formica dining set.

Hope you are all having a nice long weekend filled with lots of good antiquing and junking!!