I love mixing antiques with new things. I noticed Michael's has a Victorian inspired section this year. Interesting twist than same old. JoAnn's has an unusual spin with snakes and pieces that remind me from scenes from the Great Gatsby movie with Leo DiCaprio.
I am just starting to pull stuff out and experimenting with layouts. The candlesticks below are going to be on a Frankenstein themed table. My guess these sticks are from the 1920's-1930's. No markings. Hard to find consistent information online. I do know people are using the word jadeite for about everything mint so that does not make sense. I've had Czech glass with this black band. Fenton has made some things with a black band. Northwood has the color but, found no black bands. Online they are going for $75-$160. I used Hobby Lobby taper candles and taper rings from a country store. Taper rings are so hard to find!
The book, Halloween History ISBN 0-8160-1846-4
I have Byer's Choice Carolers for Halloween and Thanksgiving. These are from around 2001. Made in Pennsylvania. A lot of reproductions. Look for label on bottom. Yes, they are more but, still handmade in a factory. The haunted house is actually a ceramic house my Mom painted when I was a kid. It was popular to meet up and paint ceramics at a shop or house. I actually love buying these pieces. They are basically newer folkart and some have a a lot of character! I simply added layers of different color tulle to the mantle for some spooky, easy effects! The signs the carolers are holding are from a cake decorating set.
Add depth and height to a display by simply turning a vase, pretty cup or votive holder upside down. I used a julip type cup and set a wax pumpkin on top. So easy!
Below are old pieces of English Ironstone mixed in with Halloween. Love the Victorian feel to it!
The oil lamps were always on my Grandparent's mantle. My Grandfather always added red oil and lit at Christmas time. I carry on the tradition because it was so special and makes me feel close to him.
Last but, not least is a sweet candle display on an end table. Keep displays high in the middle like a pyramid. I used beautiful Root candles. They are my absolute favorite. Long burns and burn down the middle or with a draft create beautiful wax drippings. The witch boot is Yankee Candle around 2004. Notice the mercury glass votive cup turned upside down and pillar added on top. I collect dried gourds. Truly a favorite for years. That is a dried pumpkin on the right.
HAPPY DECORATING!
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