http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com Vintage Vacuums & Dusters VS Pin-ups Tue, 16 Mar 2010 04:55:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Ohh how I love the spring! The Man of the House and I always do a bash for 4th of July celebrations, Summer time BBQ and anything else we can think of a gathering for.  So this Spring we have put our heads together and have decided (ok me) that ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2010/03/15/spring-fling-how-full-is-your-full-skirt-you-game/ Like I said in last nights post I have had this blog running for a little while. Short breaks here and there but for the most part it has traveled with me for almost 2 years. I am still in the same little house with the same wonderful Man. The ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2010/03/07/i-see-cocktails-and-bbq-socials/ When I first started this blog I didn't really know where I was going to go with it. Over the last ..almost two years it has followed me through my love of vintage. Vintage 40's hair styles, make up and of course, clothes.  My little house has been so  lovingly ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2010/03/07/forthebettys-takes-a-moment-to/ Cup coffee Dear? No, ok, I have Tea as well. Tee Hee- these Thermo's are great!! There are two identical thermos that come in this great handy dandy plstic and plaid carrying bag. One of the thermos doesn't look like it has had much use as the inside is all ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/11/22/vintage-aladdins-thermos-where-are-you-traveling-by-forthebettys/ Ohh Betty, where did you ever get that cute little ashtray? As one Betty says to another. We went on this trip and....So you see folks, ashtrays are not just for putting your butts in them ( ;) ) they are for conversation starters and safety measures when Betty has ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/11/06/vintage-ashtrays-from-travelodge-alpine-cafeterias-by-forthebettys/ Yup- here they are. I was doing a little sewing therapy and this is what came of it. LOL. These are cute for your retro rambler. The girly inside and well, just to look at. They do work! I have made a few in my day and when company comes ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/10/23/pink-and-black-polka-dot-pot-holders-handmade-by-by-forthebettys/ Ahhh, he's getting ready with his button on ruffles while she is getting the last finishing touches from her brides maids. It is a retro wedding just waiting to come together! Great Fall colors in this suit and excellent lines make for a perfect wedding shot. This is a lovely ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/10/23/vintage-70s-light-brown-and-creme-mens-tux-by-forthebettys/ This little cutie is a 70's candy dish. It had been hand painted and fired. I have a couple of these that I use during the holidays but I don't need so many ;) The main color for the background is a creamy white with greens and red splashes. This ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/10/22/vintage-christmas-tree-candy-dish-spatterware-by-forthebettys/ This clutch is classic just like the title says. With 11 inches across at the bottom and just a smidge smaller at the top coming in around 10.4 inches it will give just the cutest flair to it. Faux gold coin purse like clasp are sturdy and will hold this ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/10/22/vintage-black-classic-clutch-with-a-little-flare-by-forthebettys/ His drink is cold, his cigarette is waiting to be lit and boy oh boy is he hot! Just look at this suit!! This great vintage three piece suit is in perfect condition! It has been cared for, hung and left alone. It is just begging to be brought out ... http://forthebettys.freeblogit.com/2009/10/19/vintage-fellini-collection-70s-disco-suit-jacket-by-forthebettys/