Recently I have begun to notice that I am drawn to things that remind me of school. A fresh bouquet of Ticonderoga No. 2 pencils, the color of aged green chalkboards, and the sheen of a nicely waxed floor. I guess I'm just a nostalgic person. Who can resist the industrial and utilitarian charm of this mid-century style?
photo courtesy of Saipua
One of the first objects I purchased for our apartment when we were living in Midtown was an awesome old school clock that looks a lot like this:
The possibilities are endless! Here are a few shots of vintage schoolhouse inspired rooms:
Consider using an old map to make a window shade! Photo courtesy of Kelly McGuill Home
Photo courtesy of Margot Austin
Photo courtesy of Design Sponge
Looking for some items to get started? Here are my picks:
Set of 2 Amazing Vintage School Trays from Etsy seller daseff, $55
Vintage Library Card Catalog Cabinet from Etsy seller amsuarezfl, $299
String these up on a clothesline with clothespins!
1960 Multiplication Flashcards from Etsy seller therelictrail, $9
Industrial Desk Accesories from Restoration Hardware, $15 - $69
Vintage Rand McNally World Globe from Etsy seller mostazaseed (me!), $26
Vintage Class Photo of 1950 from Etsy seller pandabamboos, $3
Vintage Pink School Chair from Etsy seller lookamused, $38
Vintage Beaker from etsy seller five6seven8, $16
Vintage School Bus Roll from Etsy seller economica, $175
So, grab a scantron. It's time to put your vintage school savvy to the test!
vintage school supplies are some of my favorite things in life! great finds.
ReplyDeleteI love love love that vintage school clock. I've been looking for one for my kitchen. I've never seen it in turquiose those. So pretty.
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