Vintage Elves on a Shelf Made in Japan Elf on a Shelf

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Vintage Pixie Elves Vintage Christmas elves for decor has been happening since the 1960’s.  The craze of hiding an elf in the house and having kids find it? That’s new.  The book Elf on a Shelf  is based on the millions of elves and pixies produced in Japan after World

Memorial Day is Almost Here! Summertime Retro Vintage Photos

Vernacular photograph of child in fertalizer spreader.

Throw back to last year and a timeless video of ladies in their vintage bathing suits and spring and summer clothing.  Just in time to kick off summer! Plenty of vintage fishing and swimming.  Love the beach shot too! Don’t forget to check the schedule to see what we are

What Constitutes Vintage? Vintage vs. Antique Defined

Chicago flea market. Antique show. World's fair compact from Vintage Garage Chicago in Black, what constitutes vintage?

You’ve heard of the Antiques Roadshow. Objects come from basements and attics across America and are worth hundreds, thousands or even more. Or a magical object they’ve purchased for $5 at a garage sale is worth hundreds of dollars. Everyone gets rich!  But, unfortunately, that’s not how it really works, but

What is the Definition of Vintage Clothing?

Definition of Vintage Clothing. Vintage Garage Chicago's vintage clothing street style fashion.

What is the true definition of vintage clothing? Vintage fashion is hot. Vintage style, retro style? That may not be authentic vintage. It may be brand new intended to have a vintage look. What makes it authentic vintage clothing? The age of the piece needs to be from 1993 or prior to be considered

Vintage Christmas Decorations A Garage Family Christmas

Mcm mushroom ornament Sputnik Midcentury christmas ornaments. Vintage Garage Chicago family kitschmas

Vintage Christmas decorations… are a staple for our holiday As we prepare for the Sands (Griswold) family Christmas. I want to share some of our very favorite Christmas vintage.   We collect Vintage Christmas all year round.  Special pieces stay in the collection. Many pieces came from Vintage Garage Chicago and I’m

What are Vintage Garage Bucks?

Vintage Garage Bucks to spend on your favorite vintage at Vintage Garage Chicago!

Garage Bucks are good to spend at the Vintage Garage. Vendors accept them like cash and you can buy whatever they have for sale!  Only good for the date marked on them.  No cash is given back. We’ve got 3 ways to win Garage Bucks for the season opener April