More Mid-Century Motel Postcards

I've been having lots of fun adding Mid-Century motel postcards to my store.  Many are from the Southeast USA (lots of Florida postcards), but I also have cards from California, New York, and Canada ... with literally 100's more Roadside Americana cards to come in the next few weeks.   These cards remind me so much of long-ago road trips ... they are a lot of fun!   Vintage motel postcards at Birdhouse Books

Item of the Day: 1962 Parker Brothers Board Games Book

I love, love, love this fun book!   It's Family Fun and Popular Parties by Parker Brothers Board Games, and it was published in 1962.  It has fun retro party and game ideas, and then there is an 8 page section about popular 1962 Board Games, including lots of photos!   Lots of games I've never heard of are featured, like Rich Uncle and Star Reporter.   I had a lot of fun looking through this little book and wanted to share it with you.  It's in my store at: Parker Brothers 1962 game book

Finding Vintage Books with eBay's Saved Search

I love vintage children's books, and love finding favorites from my childhood.  Two series that I loved growing up were The Golden Name Day series by Jennie Lindquist and The Keeping Days series by Norma Johnston.  Several years ago I was able to find these books - affordably - through eBay's Saved Search feature.

Here's how it works.  Search for a book you want to find.  Then, when the search appears, click on ADVANCED SEARCH at the top of the screen.  You can input price range you are looking for (recommended), and even choose to purchase from sellers in your own country (to save shipping costs).

Then you'll get an updated search with the features you've requested.   Look at the search listing and you will see the option to save the search.  Voila!  Just click on that link and you can save your search, with price range you're looking for, and get daily email updates when the book becomes available.

This is particularly helpful with vintage books that tend to price high online ... if you wait with Saved Searches, you will find the book you are looking for -- in the price range you are looking for.   It's a fun feature, and I can attest that it works great!

Video about my vintage store

I was thrilled to receive a note that Kat Simpson of eCom Connections made this video about my store.  It is great -- absolutely love it!!

New Easter Cards

While vintage cards are still my first paper love, I occasionally find some really special new cards to add to my store.  These boutique style Easter cards are so sweet (and I have more designs coming soon)!  They would be so cute to send, gift, or frame.   New Easter Cards at Birdhouse Books