Sunday, November 13, 2011

Vintage Turkeys Live Here....

My turkey collection is not all that big but is just enough to give me that feeling of Thanksgiving.  Some of them live on the fireplace, the rest roost in my chippy cabinet, and the one known as "the big turkey" spends all of his time on the kitchen table.  Most of them are vintage, a few are not, all were bought for "thrifty" prices or on sale.  All my other fall decorations have been put up to make way for Christmas.  Since I'm not working this year, I plan on starting early so I can take my time and enjoy it without feeling stressed or rushed!  Sounds good, right!










I picked up this pine cone back in the 70's on a weekend trip with my parents and sister to
Lake Arrowhead , California.













This is the turkey, affectionately known by my kids as "the big turkey".  He is not vintage,
was bought at Cracker Barrel a few years ago.  I fell in love with his colors and was lucky
enough to be able to get him on sale!





Till next time......
Rebecca

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34 comments:

  1. JenNovember 13, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    They do have a goofy charm, don't they? I especially like the pair on The Field Second Reader.

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  2. VickiNovember 14, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    Rebecca, that is a wonderful display! I love it. Can't believe you held onto that pinecone for so long.

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  3. Vickie @ Ranger 911November 14, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    I'm so glad you posted these pictures. It reminded me that I have a chicken ( close enough for me ) that belonged to my Baba that I need to unwrap and display.

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  4. rachel@Acts of LifeNovember 14, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    What a great assortment of Turkeys. I love that big pine cone and I can't believe it has lasted that long!

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  5. Tiffany from HOLIDAYNovember 14, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    I bought turkey S&P shakers from GoodWill a few years back but seeing your post makes me want to find some more turkeys for my china cabinet. On the hunt now...oh, maybe that wasn't the best choice of words!

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  6. ETT RÖTT MONOGRAMNovember 14, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    So nice decoration in the cabinet, i´ve never seen so many lovely turkeys before.
    Happy week
    Hugs
    AnnaMaria

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  7. HeatherNovember 14, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    All your turkeys look great! I especially love the "big" turkey on your table. He is quite pretty!

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  8. OliveNovember 14, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Gosh, that is the best pine cone I have ever seen. I do not have one turkey and if I did I would have no place for him:(

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  9. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingNovember 14, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Hi Rebecca,

    That is some good looking turkeys you have there! Love them displayed in that old chippy white cabinet...
    Great collection!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  10. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsNovember 14, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    You have a wonderful collection of turkeys. I do that the Big Boy!

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  11. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsNovember 14, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    I meant to say I do like that Big Boy!

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  12. Angie @ Knick of TimeNovember 14, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    LOVE your turkey collection and the beautiful way you display them! The HUGE pine cone is terrific!

    Thanks for linking up to Knick of Time Tuesday - you make the party more special!

    Blessings,
    Angie @ Knick of Time Interiors

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  13. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRNovember 14, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Rebecca, wow, what a great turkey collection!! Love the way you displayed them all...what great treasures!

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  14. ChelseaNovember 14, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    I love the whole display, the books are a wonderful touch! By the way, you have piqued my interest in vintage riding helmets. I recently found one at a tiny thrift store near me and when I asked the price, $10! I was a little tight on cash so when I went back a week later I asked the same guy about it again, and suddenly the price was $20! I was so disappointed, especially because I thought I bonded with the shop owner, major bummer! Maybe if I visit him again he will change his mind!

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  15. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    A Nice array of turkeys there. Love that pinecone. Pat

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  16. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 15, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Great collection of turkeys, I think they are so hard to find, and you do have some beauties. Your display is lovely. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  17. Alison @ The PolohouseNovember 15, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Rebecca!
    Loving your vintage gobblers!
    I just put together a post on old turkeys but you have some really great ones. Love your display!
    xx
    A

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  18. UnknownNovember 15, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I have so many of the same turkeys that u have! Twinkies...love those vintage turkeys...take a look at my older post titles Vintage Turkeys over at the blog palace. Tiffany

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  19. RhettDidntGiveADamnNovember 16, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Oh, I love all things vintage! Nice finds. :)

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  20. UnknownNovember 16, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Love your turkeys!

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  21. Patti @ Pandoras BoxNovember 16, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    Love how you have old books displayed in your Thanksgiving vignettes - very pretty! Love that pinecone, too!

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  22. UnknownNovember 16, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Your collection of turkeys is beautiful. I have a huge collection of bird figurines but now I realize that I need to get a turkey!:) I am a new Follower of your Blog from the Creative Princess Party. Take care and have a good Thursday.

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  23. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingNovember 16, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    You have everything decorated so beautifully! That huge pine cone is awesome!

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  24. Lynn at Cottage and CreekNovember 16, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    Very nice collection. I just have one pair of turkey salt and pepper shakers but I do enjoy putting them out this time of year. I have lots of pine cones sprinkled about and those are fun too. Happy Thanksgiving.
    Lynn

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  25. CarrieNovember 16, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Your collection has very special designs, each more attractive than the other...thanks for sharing them!

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  26. UnknownNovember 17, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    whoa! That's a huge pine cone . Love this Holiday vignette ! (I noticed my link - wanted to point out it's mommahenscoop.com , thanks!)

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  27. TannaNovember 17, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Rebecca, y'all definitely have a magnificent assortment of grand ole turkeys!! That pinecone is amazing, too. blessings ~ tanna

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  28. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdNovember 17, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    I love the turkey's Rebecca! As usual, you certainly know how to display everything. Wanna come help me? Happy Thanksgiving if I don't talk to ya before then.

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  29. GenevaNovember 17, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    You have a wonderful collection and I love the way you've displayed them. "Big Turkey" is so pretty, and I can see why you fell in love with him. I'm glad you are enjoying the holidays, and can't wait to see what you do for Christmas.

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  30. SarahNovember 17, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Thanks for sharing your vintage turkeys. It's fun to have a focus like that to look for when you are out and about. One never knows when you'll come across another one. ;-)
    Happy Thanksgiving! ~ Sarah

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  31. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 17, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Oh, I love them all, especially the salt and pepper! great collection. And that's one huge pinecone!

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  32. ErinNovember 18, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    What a charming and admirable collection you have! I was lucky to find a pair of vintage turkey decorations (tom and hen) from occupied Japan last year for a song. I was so happy to be able to bring them out this year for my fall and Thanksgiving decoration!

    Take care,
    Erin @ Carolina Country Living
    (visiting from Farmhouse Friday - link #13 - come by, I'm holding a giveaway through Sunday!)

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  33. MarigeneNovember 18, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Great turkey collection!

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  34. Rose Garden MalevikNovember 19, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    hehe,,,what a collection :)
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