Just a couple days ago we mentioned dinner gatherings, casual and more formal. So it’s important to add this quick post that highlights an amazing Spode dinner set that we just received in our store. It’s from their “The Cabinet Collection” and features the Sheraton pattern, (c)1800. This pattern seems to be quite rare and we’ve seen only a few pieces listed on replacement sites.
The Sheraton pattern by Spode is simply beautiful. Although it’s fine china, it also has a bit of country flair. We think it would fit most any decor. The complete collection is a service for 12 and many duplicate servicing pieces. George would be willing to make it a single serving or 2, 4, 6, or 8 if you desired. Maybe you have this pattern and need a serving piece! Stop in and talk with George. See how you might add this to your table!
If you’re ready to add a beautiful dinner setting (yes, we encourage mixing and matching as well), to your holiday dining, stop in and browse our collections.
Remember, your manner of entertaining family and friends is totally individual! No matter whether it’s formal dining or a casual ‘grab your plate and visit a buffet’ setting, we can help you add a bit of pizzazz!
Stop in soon and take a peek at this stunning set of Spode dishware in the unique Sheraton pattern. You know we’re here and, yep, we’re watchin’ for ya!
The holidays are upon us and it’s time to add a wee bit of bling to your holiday outfits! Of course, these wonderful costume jewelry pieces make excellent gifts as well.
We have received an amazing collection of reasonably priced costume jewelry to add that flair you might be looking for! For example, these natural stone rings are sure to add a bit of sparkle!
WOW – check out this bling – uranium glass jewelry! CLICK HERE for a link to a great article about uranium glass jewelry. (Note: the camera does not do justice to seeing them in person.)
And to complete that holiday look, take a peek at a few of our pins and brooches.
We encourage you to stop in and see this amazing jewelry collection for yourself. Then find the perfect piece to finish your holiday outfit or to give as a gift – or BOTH!!!
Our featured image is the PEZ Space Mission Collection. Are you a sy-fy lover or a NASA fan? You’ll find many interesting links if you search the internet for anything NASA. Wherever your interest may lie – astronauts, planets, International Space Station, Hubble images, and more – you’ll find links!
PEZ offers the Mars Rover, Gold Astronaut, Silver Astronaut, and the Space Shuttle in the Space Mission Collection. But they also offer Pez items related to the Space Jam movie and more.
Looking for Unique Wedding Ideas
Wedding celebrations range from the classic, formal ceremony to the unique and fun. The PEZ Collection of Bride and Groom could make a fun element at a wedding shower or reception for your space-fan Bride and Groom. How creative can you be?
Whether you’re a collector of PEZ or looking for a fun way to add a bit of fun to a party, celebration, or wedding, Bahoukas Antique Mall probably has what you’re looking for. If you don’t already know, George has a huge collection of his own, decorates a Christmas Tree in hundreds of PEZ dispensers every year, and offers an amazing variety of Pez in the store.
Stop in today and take a peek. You know we’ll be watching for ya!
This tiny Cloisonne Horse and even tinier bird are simply beautiful. Your ‘someone special’ might be tickled to have one hiding in their Easter basket!
This wonderful collection of Hummel figures is from the 1940s – 1970s. Delight a child – or a child at heart – with one of these cute kids from Hummel. In the photo below, we especially love the figure with the pigs!
Who doesn’t love Norman Rockwell?
These two figurines feature young boys and puppies. Delightful!
The figurines above feature “Runaway” with a clown drying the tears of a young boy, a young boy and girl headed to school, and a jockey getting ‘weighed in.’
APOLOGIES for the blur in the photos … didn’t notice it in the camera. But these 2 Norman Rockwell figurines above feature dad (or grandpa) helping a young boy with his fishing pole and the family dog looking on. The other is dad watching a little girl with her puppy as they build a snowman.
Tiny Swarovski Critters
Oh my goodness, what is not to love about these critters from Swarovski Crystals? They include a snail, the cutest fox (love his tail), an owl and hedgehog, an elephant, a penguin, and more. Hurry in and see them for yourself. They’re just delightful!
Small and Stunning Porcelain Flowers
These exquisite pieces are by Boehm. They’re approximately 3″ or so tall. These pieces are simply stunning.
These Figures are wonderful, perfect for a collector, and a delightful addition to a special Easter Basket or home decor. Stop in and take a peek. And you know … we’ll be watchin’ for ya!
On this drizzly day, we thought it might be fun to share a very small taste of the amazing record album collections George has acquired. Some of these albums have NEVER been opened and hundreds of others are in ‘like new’ condition.
LOVE JUDY GARLAND?
Some of us remember her in “The Wizard of Oz.” But this singer/actress graced our screens and sang to our hearts for decades. These albums are ‘like new’ and amazing!
Do You Remember the MOOG?
The Moog synthesizer (/ˈmoÊŠÉ¡/ MOHG) is a modular synthesizer invented by the American engineer Robert Moog in 1964. Moog’s company, R. A. Moog Co. (later known as Moog Music), produced numerous models from 1965 to 1981, and again from 2014. It was the first commercial synthesizer and established the analog synthesizer concept.
The Moog synthesizer was brought to the mainstream by Switched-On Bach (1968), a bestselling album of Bach compositions arranged for Moog synthesizer by Wendy Carlos. Mort Garson used the Moog to soundtrack the televised Apollo 11 moonwalk, associating synthesizers with space in the popular imagination. In the late 1960s, it was adopted by rock and pop acts including the Doors, the Grateful Dead, the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. At its height of popularity, it was a staple of 1970s progressive rock, used by acts including Yes, Tangerine Dream and Emerson, Lake & Palmer. With its ability to imitate instruments such as strings and horns, it threatened the jobs of session musicians and was banned from use in commercial work for a period. In 1970, Moog Music released a portable, self-contained model, the Minimoog.
This is merely a sampling of the unique quality and variety of record albums we’ve added to our collections. Do stop in to Bahoukas Antique Mall and Beer Muzeum and Havre de Grace History MuZeum. We truly do have something for everyone! And you know – we’re here – and we’re watchin’ for ya!
In Havre de Grace it’s “PLAID FRIDAY” (day after Thanksgiving 2023). Wear your plaid and get 10% discounts in many shops downtown. To celebrate the beginning of serious shopping for the holidays, here at Bahoukas Antique Mall and Beer MuZeum, we’re featuring a variety of Holiday Ornaments.
Click on the pics to enlarge most of them.
Do you begin your holiday decorating the weekend following Thanksgiving Day? We do. Our PEZ tree is in our window and we’ll continue to decorate the front windows over the coming week. And in this blog we’re highlighting many holiday ornaments that might be the perfect addition to your collections.
We know that the time between Thanksgiving and the New Year goes quickly. So we encourage you to stop in soon. Today is a “perfect-weather” day! Stop in and pick out a few decorations. Then take some time to browse the shop for that perfect gift for someone special.
As you know, we’re here and we’re watchin’ for ya!
Whether you’d love a new pin for your coat or sweater, earrings and a necklace, or a bit of bangle on your wrist, we have a variety of vintage jewelry that’s fun and easy on the budget.
A Little ‘Sparkle’
Jewelry is fun. And here at Bahoukas Antique Mall, we have a selection of vintage jewelry to put the perfect finishing touch on your holiday outfit.
Stop by this weekend and browse our shelves and jewelry cases to add bling and sparkle to your Holiday with our vintage jewelry.
We’re here and we’re waitin’ for ya. Ready to help you find what you’re looking for (just in case you missed it)! We’ll be watchin’ for ya!
We frequently mention that when you visit Bahoukas Antique Mall you simply must look UP – Down – Eye Level. Then you’ll probably need to make one more go ’round to pick up those things you want to take home with you!
This simple post is to share a gallery of images when you Look UP! (Remember, you can click on an image to enlarge it.)
There’s a lot you’ll miss if you don’t take the time to notice variety of items tucked here – there – and well, EVERYWHERE.
And we’re here. Waitin’ for ya. Ready to help you find what you’re looking for (just in case you missed it)! We’ll be watchin’ for ya!
It’s going to be an absolutely beautiful fall week. Welcome to October and to Bahoukas Antique Mall. Today we want to share a few antiques that arrived last week. They are stunning!
1928 Victor-Victrola
This beautiful Victrola is in working order and has great sound. It came with a box of records that included a variety of children’s songs to the amazing voice of Ella Fitzgerald.
The Victor Orthophonic Victrola, first demonstrated publicly in 1925, was the first consumer phonograph designed specifically to play electrically recorded phonograph records. The combination was recognized instantly as a major step forward in sound reproduction.
The model 8-9 had the largest and most efficient all-steel horns and many collectors today consider them to be the pinnacle of acoustic reproduction.
The 8-9 (Victrola) was available only in a fumed oak finish, with blue painted trim panels and decorative appliques. In addition, the 8-9 featured a large art-deco ‘cross’ on the grille cloth. … These machines (with stamped-steel horns) have a very lively sound quality with improved high-frequency response when compared to their wood-horn counterparts.
Are you the one looking for this rare find? If so, stop in and see it today! You won’t be disappointed.
The Sanitary Refrigerator
The oak ice chest was the pathway to better and safer foods. It’s a beautiful vintage piece. Manufactured by The Sanitary Refrigerator Company
It may be hard to imagine, but the use of an icebox, and later mechanical refrigeration, actually allowed housewives to make fewer visits to the grocer and to be able to save and use “leftovers” safely. With the invention of mechanical refrigeration, the introduction of ‘frozen foods’ in the 1950s was made popular. You might remember the Swanson TV DINNERS – that was 1953!
An icebox (also called a cold closet) is a compact non-mechanical refrigerator which was a common early-twentieth-century kitchen appliance before the development of safely powered refrigeration devices. Before the development of electric refrigerators, iceboxes were referred to by the public as “refrigerators”. Only after the invention of the modern electric refrigerator did early non-electric refrigerators become known as iceboxes. The terms icebox and refrigerator were used interchangeably in advertising as long ago as 1848. … The traditional kitchen icebox dates back to the days of ice harvesting, whose heyday ran from the mid-19th century until the 1930s, when the electric refrigerator was introduced for home use.
This beautiful mantle clock, manufactured by Gilbert Clock Factory is in great condition. It’s chime is a beautiful deep sound, very pleasing to the ear.
Old Tube Radios
Do you collect old radios? We have two old radios that need a bit of repair (and tubes) that may be of interest to you. And George may have the tubes you’re looking for. We encourage you to stop in and consider one – or both – of these gems to add to your collection.
Very Used Milk Can
This milk can has been used a great deal. But that adds to its ‘character.’ Wonder what stories it could share!
This would make an interesting piece to add to your fall decor!
These are just a few of the vintage antiques you might find in our store. You are encouraged to drop by and browse our 9,000 sq. ft. of antiques and collectibles plus another 2200 sq. ft. of brewmania in the Beer MuZeum upstairs.
Kids are back in school. The days are growing shorter. It’s the perfect time to purchase a few new books to read. We have something for everyone! From military and history books to Hot Rod Magazines (and others), from Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys to a huge supply of Golden Books, novels and cookbooks to boating and the Old West!
Barbara, who is our resident organizer, has spent days rearranging and sorting all the books in the store. “No Small Task!” So check out the gallery photos. Then give yourself a couple of hours to come and browse the amazing selection of books, magazines, and comics in our store.
We encourage you to stop and browse our book collection. But we have comics, games, toys, and more. And although it seems early, it’s a great time to begin your holiday shopping!
And yes, we’re here and we’re ALWAYS watchin’ for ya! Stop by and we’ll help you find whatever you might be looking for.
One of the joys of shopping in antique stores is finding some of those simpler toys where children play without electronics. Many love listening to a child playing “make-believe,” using their imaginations as they create their stories.
Although it’s been a while since we last posted, we have a wonderful assortment of books, games, and toys that encourage a child’s creativity while foregoing the screens and electronics! Many believe that a bit of boredom is actually good for a child’s development.
Here’s a gallery of some of the interesting children’s ideas available:
“Children are discoverers; they’re active,” she said. With simple toys, your child gets to use her imagination to build and develop. Instead of the toy telling your child what to do, your child commands the toy. Simple toys promote independence, creativity, critical thinking, and imagination. The more the toy does, the less your child is doing — both physically and mentally.
 Dr. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., clinical psychologist From ROMPER
We encourage you to stop in and see if a book, game, or simple toy might be just what a youngster in your life might truly enjoy this summer!
And yes, we’re here and we’re ALWAYS watchin’ for ya! Stop by and we’ll help you find the items mentioned here! Happy Summer!
Our little cast iron garden critters would be so much fun tucked away amid your flowers – or even your veggies! Come take a peek. We also have a cast iron sundial. Now wouldn’t THAT make a statement?
cast iron sundial – perfect for your yard or garden
Maybe you’re planning a picnic!
Whether it’s on your deck or at your favorite park, check out this unusual item.
non-electric Ice-O-Mat ice crusher – perfect take-a-long on your camping trip.
This pitcher and glass set for your favorite drink are sure to be appreciated! Crabs anyone!!!
Glass and Pitcher set – GMAD Baltimore – “Chessie” the quality crab
Okay, just a few ideas. And you already know, we’re here – and we’re watchin’ for ya! Have a safe holiday weekend.
Gnomes have quite an interesting history. The following is an excerpt from a very interesting series of blog posts and their history over centuries.
A wonderful display of gnomes available at Bahoukas Antiques
Snow White is the first example of Disney’s tried-and-true formula of adapting a folk tale using the medium of cel-animation. In this case, the source material is the familiar Brothers Grimm’s fairy tale about a young girl absconding from her evil queen step mother and hiding out with seven miners that live in the woods. The original story never names the dwarfs, but Disney gave each one a personality and a moniker. Disney also transformed them into something more akin to Paracelsus’ magical gnomes than the human dwarfs most original readers of Grimm probably envisioned. Disney’s earth-dwellers were lovable, goofy, bearded (mostly), and colorful, and America fell in love with them in 1937.
Would anyone have cared to put a dwarf on their lawn if not for Snow White? It’s hard to say, but it is not likely that garden gnomes would have become as popular to consumers around the world without the unforgettable image of Disney’s dwarfs.
SCRABBLE – a Tom Clark gnome available at Bahoukas Antiques in Havre de Grace
Walt Disney Changed Our Image of Gnomes/Dwarfs
Tom Clark Sculptures Gnomes
A majority of the gnomes in our window display are sculpted by the well-known artist, Tom Clark.
a Tom Clark gnome available at Bahoukas Antiques in Havre de Grace
Tom Clark is best known for his whimsical Gnomes and Woodspirits, but equally impressive are his scaled miniatures of historical people, such as Thomas Jefferson and Davy Crockett.
a Tom Clark gnome available at Bahoukas Antiques in Havre de Grace
a Tom Clark gnome available at Bahoukas Antiques in Havre de Grace
Whatever your reason, a garden gnome, a collectible for a special place in your home, or even a great gift! We have some very wonderful gnomes available.
Vintage Mushroom Garden Gnomes available at Bahoukas in Havre de Grace
Remember, we’re here and you can be sure, we’re watchin’ for ya!
A busy season of activities is upon us. And you may just want to add a serving dish, cake plate, or covered cake carrier to your collection. They make beautiful presentations as well as being practical.
selection of covered cake carriers and cake platters on pedestalsshell-pink milk glass cake platter on pedestal2 cake pedestal cake platters and a serving bowl of white milk glass with silver edging at Bahoukas in Havre de GraceThis stack of beautiful cake platters is just a sampling of what’s available at Bahoukas.
Bbeautiful Serving Pieces Perfect for Weddings
wood tray with dome-covered cheese trayexquisite etched glass cake platter/cover at Bahoukas AntiquesAdd elegance with these exquisite crystal vases, bowls, glasses available at Bahoukas.
We have a selection of beautiful and exquisite crystal vases, bowls, and stemware that could add loveliness to your wedding decor.
Or possibly you just need a very practical wood-based tray with a dome-covered cheese tray.
No matter you’re needs, we have a variety of beautiful serving pieces from casserole dishes for your picnics to china and crystal for the wedding table.
Just one example of beautiful serving dishes available at Bahoukas.
Drop by and browse our shelves at Bahoukas Antique Mall and Beer MuZeum soon. We’ll be watchin’ for ya.
According to Fashion Magazine, the latest trends include ‘Grandma Core’. And Pinterest Business says the trends are ‘Hipstoric Homes’ and ‘Home Front.’ Let’s see what those trends include and then stop in and visit us.
‘Grandma Core’
Lace, Vintage Clothes, jewelry, and more are popular as the new trend – ‘Grandma Core’
Believe it or not, grandma is back!!! Think chunky sweaters, slim belts, the perfect old-as-new hat, and the perfect piece of jewelry from grandma’s well-curated collection. oooo-la-la
Just a sampling of jewelry to develop your new wardrobe trend
Sitting on her bed, I relished examining the antique wooden triptych mirror, which sat adorned with hanging pendants and delicate silver chains. Her shelf was cluttered with colourful trinkets and tiny boxes that spilled open to reveal little treasures gathered over time. To me, it was the picture of personal style carefully cultivated through the decades. This is the ethos of grandmother fashion, which is set to be a defining trend in 2023.
Antiques are chic – yep, they’re back and they’re popular.
Beautiful milkglass collection
And ‘eclectic’ is the perfect approach to the new trend of joining the old with the new! Maybe you’d like to enjoy your iced tea in a favorite ‘character glass.’
character glasses – we have hundreds
This trend is best described by this line from Pinterest Business:
Soulful spaces that merge self-expression and historical nostalgia.
Serve your favorite cake and cookies on a cute vintage dish:
covered cake dish
cake plates and more
beautiful glass servers and cake plates
This trend includes tchotchkes of all kinds, mixing new and old and appreciating both.
dog figruinesfan for the wall and moreoil lampshen on the nestPorcelain angels and ladies1930s keyspink depression glassvintage train cases
This new trend may be the perfect way to blend all the things you love, creating a ‘home’ that truly says, “Welcome.”
Home Front
We’ve always believed that sitting on the front porch is so very welcoming. Actually, here in Havre de Grace, many folks still enjoy their front porches and are quite comfortable saying, “Hello,” as you walk by. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbor or make a new friend.
The backyard has had its moment—it’s time to serve the greeter good. In 2023, the front porch will get the spotlight treatment. Rising searches suggest Boomers and Gen X will adorn their entrances with elaborate decor and embellishments.
Adding a crock filled with long-stemmed Pampas Grass or a real fern is a beautiful and inviting look by the doorway of your front porch.
salt glazed stoneware crocks
A comfy chair or maybe a chess set will add to the welcoming look and encourage folks to linger awhile and chat.
A great way to hang out on your front porch:
Fun and funky chess/checker sets with mosaic tables created by Barbara. (Note: all of these are not presently available)
There’s really no limit to the fun ways to say ‘welcome’ when adding a bit of your favorite items to your front porch. From a favorite chair to a ‘flying pic,’ and just about everything in between, stopping by Bahoukas Antique Mall is a delightful way to add to your decor.
White flying pig on a bell – all in cast iron
flying pig in cast iron
So whether it’s Grandma Core, Hipstoric Homes, or the new Home Front styling, a stop at Bahoukas is worth your time. And you know, we’ll be watchin’ for ya!
Easter and the Signs of Spring are all around us. Here at Bahoukas Antique Mall we have a few ideas for you for your Easter Baskets, Easter and Spring Decor. For instance, check out this gallery of the cutest bunnies and Easter eggs! They’ll bring a smile for sure!
Bunnies and Eggs
Pysanky Decorated EggsCeramic BunniesIrresistible Bunnies FiguresCutest Ceramic BunniesColorful EggsDelightful BunniesBunnies of all sizes
Whether you use these bunnies for table decorations, Easter Baskets or just little reminders of spring tucked on shelves or tables about the house, they are delightful. Hurry in and make your selection soon.
Books About Bunnies Kids Will Love
Sometimes a little book tucked into the Easter Basket is just the perfect addition! We browsed our shelves to give you a sampling! Of course, that Gift doesn’t have to be about bunnies. But they seem quite appropriate for Spring!
Peter Rabbit Giant Treasury BookPetter Rabbit booksThe White Bunny and His Magic Nose bookLucky Rabbit, A Surprise for Mrs. Bunny, and Three Little Bunnies booksOld Man Rabbit’s Dinner Party, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, and The Bunny Sitter booksLeo the Lop – Tale 2 and Tale 3 booksRabbit’s New Rug bookBugs Bunny BooksTiny books: Peter Rabbit: Lost in Mr. McGregor’s Garden and Peter Rabbit: Home Again
Remember, Easter is Sunday, April 9th. Add a bit of bunny fun to your decorations and baskets.
And don’t forget…
This Sunday Begins Daylight Savings Time
You don’t want to be late for church or brunch or any other activities this Sunday! Turn your Clocks ahead (yes – SPRING AHEAD) before you go to bed this Saturday.
And remember, we’re here and we’re watchin’ for ya. Stop in and say ‘hello.’
Not only do you want to look down and all around but you’ll definitely want to look UP. After all, some of the best discoveries are hanging from the ceiling!
It’s the weekend before Valentine’s Day and we thought we’d share a sampling of our small and large treasures to be discovered in our shop. Find that special something for your special someone.
Stop in and browse. Find the special Valentine’s Day gift (or maybe a little something for yourself). Hurry. You’ll enjoy the SuperBowl a lot more if you’ve finished your shopping! And yes, we’re here and we’ll be watchin’ for ya!
We also have a selection of vintage oil and gas signs as well as Marvel Comic Characters. One might just be perfect for you, your sweetie, or a friend!
Remember, we are here 7 days a week! And Valentine’s Day is NEXT TUESDAY!! Hurry in. You know we’ll be watchin’ for ya!
