Author Archives: lindasnyder

What is “Kitsch”? The Customer Asked

Posted on August 10, 2015 by lindasnyder

Our vintage poodle art by the Joyart Company says it all. However, if you’re looking for an actual definition, check out the one below from the Urban Dictionary.  The URL is included for kicks. http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=kitsch  Kitsch “As an art movement, … Continue reading →

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Wanted: Vintage Vehicle for Balloon Festival Parade!

Posted on August 5, 2015 by lindasnyder

We’re Moonglow sponsors of the Great Fall Balloon Festival, and have been invited to join Saturday’s parade through Lewiston-Auburn, which starts at 11:00 am. We’re looking for someone who owns an antique or vintage vehicle – especially an old truck … Continue reading →

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Ladder Back Chairs as Wall Art? Yes, Indeedy!

Posted on July 17, 2015 by lindasnyder

*************************************** Main Location:  Heritage Collectibles at 189 Main Street, Lewiston  ME 04240. Hours: Usually 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Thursdays|Fridays|Saturdays and occasionally 12:00 noon to 5:oo pm on Sundays.  We’re also often open until 7:00 pm on Fridays. These hours … Continue reading →

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We Love Balloons! Great Falls Balloon Festival 2015!

Posted on July 14, 2015 by lindasnyder

Plans are in process for Heritage Collectibles to help sponsor the Great Falls Balloon Festival… not only do we love love love balloons, but our shop is just up the street from where most of the events will take place. … Continue reading →

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Primitive Garden Gnome

Posted on July 14, 2015 by lindasnyder

Take a look at this guy!  He’s about 3 feet tall and is made of a combination of wood, steel & tin.  He’s pretty weathered – although in excellent shape – so he had been hanging out on someone’s lawn or garden for a … Continue reading →

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Old Fashioned Ice Cube Trays

Posted on July 12, 2015 by lindasnyder

There’s nothing like the old fashioned metal ice cube trays. The new, cheap plastic ones are awful.  The ice cubes don’t pop out easily, and the plastic breaks.  I haven’t found any of the plastic ones that are worth the … Continue reading →

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GONE! Antique Horse Collar Stuffed with Straw

Posted on July 8, 2015 by lindasnyder

UPDATE:  Unfortunately, this was in such bad shape that it didn’t survive a couple of moves, and I reluctantly ended up trashing it. This antique horse collar stuffed with straw arrived in rather more distressed condition than we had planned … Continue reading →

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Art Nouveau Metal Shell Ash Tray or Coin Holder

Posted on July 8, 2015 by lindasnyder

This vintage Art Nouveau metal shell ash tray (or coin or jewelry holder) is pretty cool. Condition: Normal vintage wear. Dimensions: 6″L x 4.25″W x 1.75″H. Price: $34.00.  Plus Maine State Sales Tax of 5.5%. Layaway Plan:  Please see our “Details: Layaway … Continue reading →

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SOLD! Yellow Coca Cola Wooden Bottle Crate

Posted on July 8, 2015 by lindasnyder

This yellow Coca Cola wooden bottle crate will be arriving at Heritage Collectibles by the end of next week… it’s the real deal.  Come on in and check it out! *************************************** Main Location:  Heritage Collectibles at 189 Main Street, Lewiston … Continue reading →

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Shop 2nd Saturday and Save!

Posted on July 8, 2015 by lindasnyder

  Shop 2nd Saturday is this weekend, on Saturday, July 11th! Come on in and say the magic words – “Shop 2nd Saturday” – and get $15 off any purchase of $60 or more. Sorry… this cannot be combined with … Continue reading →

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