Holiday Shop

Despite reservations about leisure shopping in the time of the covid pandemic, I could not resist checking out the Halloween offerings at my favorite antique mall, the American Classics Marketplace.  They had many bespoke pieces that have been upcycled.  It was neat to see the creativity at work.

This adorable skeleton dog is in a house make from reclaimed wood

This Jack O' Lantern created from all old dutch oven lid. 

I have definitely made something like this before - I used vintage newspaper, looks like they've used a dictionary.

Bits of old fencing have been used to make these cute mummies

This is a unique covid mask

The witches are welcome here.

This pillow caught my eye as well as these brooms and branches.

This cabinet featured a few unusual, creepy dolls

We also have a witch booth with taxidermy butterflies and spell/ritual kit.

This is a fabulous sign - I wish I had a place to set up the Cadaver Tavern.

Very creepy deer taxidermy

Super cute mask with Jack Skellington but it was in the same display as the ones below so I said "no thanks - I am not supporting your Trump loving ass"

So are you curious what I might have purchased?  Well first I got a lantern for Baby M's nuptials.  We are looking for some that are unique and for $15, I though this one fit the profile.

Then I found this amazing damask crock pot.  This is going to look great at the next Halloween party after I add a few spooky touches.

But the pieces de resistance is this baby carriage for my spooky dolls.  I have been looking for something like this for a long time.  Usually they are marked close to $100.  This one, however, was was a steal at $30.   It has authentic, dark blue paint with lots of lovely rust and patina.

Don't Megan and Brittney just look fabulous in here?  They are almost smiling.

Well I hope I did not catch covid venturing into the unknown. I guess only time will tell whether it was worth it.