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Friday, February 19, 2010

Vintage Marshall Field Christmas Catalog Super Score!

At the estate sale I went to last weekend there were a TON of books - I mean seriously, it was a sight to behold. Besides the bazillion vintage cookbooks I came home with (that's a whole other post on its own) I found a box full of vintage Marshall Field Christmas catalogs! Most are from the 60's, though there are a few from the late 50's and 70's thrown in there too, and most are still in the envelope they were mailed in... It amazes me what people keep sometimes - but thank goodness they do it!

I wish I had time to scan all the pages in, they are chock full of great stuff! But, no time, so I just scanned in a few representative examples... Only two of the catalogs are for kids, the others are full of grown up gifts like clothing, jewelry and housewares. A total drool fest... OK, I guess I'll just shut up and show you! (click to enlarge, as always!)








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9 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 19, 2010 at 2:52 PM

    That is fabulous and you're so right! I always wish I could find one but I'm still looking :)

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  2. Apron Thrift GirlFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:51 PM

    In all my years of thrifting, I have come across so few vintage catalogs. I would love to have found these. Are you planning to list any? I just adore looking at these photos of the past especially since we find the items featured at estate sales. A wonderful glimpse of the past.

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  3. StephanieFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:52 PM

    Thanks for scanning these and posting. I love to look at these treasures!

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  4. Country Style LivingFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:53 PM

    Love those floral flares!

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  5. KatBFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    Thanks so much for the awesome eye candy! :)

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  6. madelinesthoughtsFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:56 PM

    That is just so cool! Growing up in Chicago and being a fan of Marshall Field's, even today, that's a great find. The styles are amazing. I miss Fields', sorry Macy's here in Chicago just isn't right.

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  7. Mitzi - Vintage GoodnessFebruary 19, 2010 at 3:59 PM

    They are all at auction right now, if you click the titles under the photos it will take you to the individual listings :)

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  8. DianeFebruary 19, 2010 at 6:48 PM

    That is a truly awesome score!! I could hours looking through old catalogs like that. Thanks for sharing your find.

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  9. Ms. B @ Millie DeelFebruary 19, 2010 at 7:14 PM

    What an awesome find!!!

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