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For the Love of Murphy's 5 and Dime!

Has anyone seen this book: For the Love of Murphy's. When I found it, I nearly fell over from excitement. My sister and I have fond memories of the Murphy's in our small town we grew up in... Check it out on my blog!

Added by LuAnn Smith on June 9, 2010 at 5:21pm — No Comments

Nostalgia: Vintage 1960s

Today's post at Back Home Again the blog reflects on nostalgia 1960s style. Enjoy!

Aren't these Watt Bowls amazing? I found them at Faith and Franny on etsy!

Added by LuAnn Smith on March 20, 2010 at 10:45am — 1 Comment

Favorite Book Series: Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Trixie Belden

Without a doubt, Trixie Belden was my favorite series to read as a kid. Today's blog post is about nostagia and vintage books you read as a kid. I thought my friends at I Antique Online migh appreciate it!

Added by LuAnn Smith on February 15, 2010 at 9:54am — No Comments

Creating with Vintage Tablecloths!

Just published this blog post about creating with vintage tablecloths and thought my friends at I Antique Online would enjoy it. It's a post from 2008 but I had the links wrong and my pictures were no longer attached. Lord knows what I did wrong but I thought I would dust it off and republish it...… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on January 20, 2010 at 8:17am — No Comments

Simple Photo Tips!

I don't know about you but I go around and around when it comes to taking photos for Back Home Again! I'm always so tempted to buy the latest and greatest camera but I think it's much simpler than that. I always try to make things harder than they have to be! LOL Here's my simple photo tips for your online business....…

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Added by LuAnn Smith on January 11, 2010 at 12:20pm — No Comments

Grandma's Thimble: what do you cherish?

I took pictures and posted on my personal blog about my grandma's thimble today. It really is one of my most prized possessions. What are some of your antiques or vintage items that have been handed down to you and which do you cherish the most? Be sure to add a photo...…

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Added by LuAnn Smith on December 27, 2009 at 2:48pm — No Comments

Flea Market Style!

Hi everyone at I antique online. I updated my blog today with a post about Flea Market Style due to arrive in Spring of 2010. I knew my friends here could appreciate it...

Added by LuAnn Smith on November 7, 2009 at 9:39am — No Comments

Summer Vacation

I've been a little slow to keep up on my social networks this summer, with little ones out of school and under my feet. I have been able to create some darling little trinket organizers from vintage tablecloths and fabric. Their vintage appeal is sure to fill you with nostalgia for a simpler time.....

Here's a collage picture of some of my handmade… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on July 8, 2009 at 8:30am — No Comments

Nostalgia, Antiques and Vintage Collectibles

Nostalgia, Antiques and Vintage Collectibles. I updated my blog this morning and featured a great group of Etsy Vintage Sellers! I'd love to hear from you....

Added by LuAnn Smith on May 20, 2009 at 7:30am — No Comments

Handmade Vintage Tote Bag!

Things got a little out of hand, while creating this bag. I started with the linen for my canvas and added the vintage tablecloth and the vintage fabric. Then I loved the idea of using the doille, I had the brooch left over from another project and the next thing I new this bag was well on it's way. To be honest I do realize it may be a little over the top but sometimes you just have to keep moving forward, when creating...… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on May 17, 2009 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Etsy Selling Tips

I've been buying and selling on Etsy for a few years now and thought I'd share some tips on my blog!

Take a peek and be sure to add your tip!

LuAnn

Back Home Again Shop

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Added by LuAnn Smith on May 7, 2009 at 10:27am — No Comments

My Vintage Pyrex Collection

I updated my blog this morning with pictures of my Vintage Pyrex collection. Vintage Pyrex cost very little, is still easy to find and has the durability to last a life time. It really is timeless...

Added by LuAnn Smith on May 1, 2009 at 8:30am — 7 Comments

Handmade Tote Bag, Vintage Style

I was stuck inside with two small children and a cranky husband this weekend. I couldn't sew fast enough!

Bag Recipe:

*Cold dreary weather

*2 small children

*Mom on the edge

*European linen

*Vintage bark cloth

*Vintage crocheted trim

*Vintage buttons

*Gingham check

You'll find it here. For more info, check out… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on April 19, 2009 at 7:59pm — 2 Comments

Collecting Vintage Pyrex

Few items intensify that nostalgic feeling quite like vintage Pyrex. Hard to say if it's the bold graphics, wonderful colors or memories of grandma serving green bean casserole but Pyrex is collected by many and loved by all. Regardless of what pattern or type of Pyrex you collect, collect it all and be reminded of the joy and comfort of being Back Home Again.

For more Pyrex JOY, visit my… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on March 18, 2009 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Collecting Vintage

I blogged about my Russel Wright collection this morning and I thought my friends at I Antique would appreciate it! I love my RW collection.…

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Added by LuAnn Smith on February 25, 2009 at 10:37am — No Comments

Big Changes at Back Home Again!

Big changes are on the way here at Back Home Again. I've been working on new inventory that involves vintage tablecloth scraps, fabric stiffener and vintage buttons. Let's just say it will be the Mother's day gift that will last forever. I'll have them added to my shop just in time for Mother's Day. I will be closing shop January 15th for a few weeks while I recover from surgery, clear the isles and… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on January 12, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

Online Business Have You Feeling Drained?

Does your online business have you feeling drained and unfulfilled? I know mine does sometimes. Check out my blog at Back Home Again for an idea that just might help!

Added by LuAnn Smith on January 5, 2009 at 11:39am — No Comments

Evaluating Your Online Business

I know a lot of on line shop owners are busy cleaning up their stores and setting goals for 2009. I just wanted to share where I am in the process of cleaning out the cobwebs at Back Home Again! On my blog today you'll find tips for evaluating your business.

Don't forget to drop in for my after Christmas SALE at Back Home Again. Still offering FREE domestic… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on December 29, 2008 at 10:00am — 1 Comment

Recycling Vintage Quilts Part 3

Want to see an update on the vintage quilt I'm recycling? I updated my blog at Back Home Again...

Also, only 4 more days to shop at Back Home Again for this Holiday Season. Celebrate the Magic of a Handmade Holiday! Delight your family and friends with gifts that are handmade and full of vintage charm --- many under $20!

SALE… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on December 11, 2008 at 9:22am — No Comments

SALE Lavender Sachets

Don't forget that your last day to shop at Back Home Again for this Holiday Season is December 14th...

Celebrate the Magic of a Handmade Holiday! Delight your family and friends with gifts that are handmade and full of vintage charm --- many under $20!

SALE Lavender Sachet Stacks now $10 and, yes, you still receive the FREE domestic… Continue

Added by LuAnn Smith on December 7, 2008 at 12:37pm — No Comments

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