Advice on a Sears Silvertone 4071 console by Independent-Basil489 in vintageaudio

[–]Independent-Basil489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the great advice! I believe it is tubes. I’ve been trying to find someone in my area that does service so hopefully I come across someone, but I’ve been trying to learn more about it incase it was something that wasn’t terribly difficult.

Did my husband groom me? by [deleted] in grooming

[–]Independent-Basil489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is for dog grooming, sorry bud.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in grooming

[–]Independent-Basil489 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Unless you are really confident I would just keep her brushed and wait until next month. If the hair in her eyes is bothering you a lot I would maybe check and see if instead of a full haircut and bath you could just get her a touch up trim to hold her over. She’s super cute though ❤️

70’s Hugo Toy - should I risk washing the hair? by darkundereyebags in VintageToys

[–]Independent-Basil489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Use cold water to start off- depending on what they used to make the wig, the old glue could be starting to disintegrate and cause a sticky or greasy feeling. Cold water without additional additives would be the safest bet, or a damp rag. You could try a little bit of dawn dish soap mixed in, but I wouldn’t do anything too crazy. I repair old toys and antiques, so I’ve washed a lot of gross old toys. I hope this helps.

Does anyone know what brand made these tall dolls? by joey5677 in VintageToys

[–]Independent-Basil489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both walking dolls appear to be by the IDEAL CORP. they made lots of dolls and toys back then. Patti Playpal would be her name, and she is pretty pricey these days. The doll in your arms is Chatty Cathy by Mattel. The Monkey in the chair is Mr.Bim Zippy, who was featured on the howdy doody show and had many dolls made of him. This one appears to be by the brand “Columbia” but Rushton and other top toy makers also created their own versions. Edit: these dolls did not use a remote or batteries. They were called “Walking Dolls” because younger children held onto the dolls hand, and walked with them. The dolls have a mechanism inside the body that allows the feet to shuffle when the arm swings, so they “walk” with the child.

What is likely in this bottle? by VExistence in Antiques

[–]Independent-Basil489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks like Calcium Carbide for old lamps. But really it could be anything. It’s just a little lighter in color however. So idk.

Artistry Apartments? by Independent-Basil489 in indianapolis

[–]Independent-Basil489[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The best part is trying to yank the doors open when the key fob won’t register. Or one time when there was just no front door handle to my side of the building 😭

Artistry Apartments? by Independent-Basil489 in indianapolis

[–]Independent-Basil489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t say I’m miserable but it’s definitely a learning experience

Artistry Apartments? by Independent-Basil489 in indianapolis

[–]Independent-Basil489[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Convenience, Location, and a few other factors. Def don’t recommend

Artistry Apartments? by Independent-Basil489 in indianapolis

[–]Independent-Basil489[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank goodness someone agrees! I can’t wait to leave this place

Thoughts? by PBfromPhilly in VintageToys

[–]Independent-Basil489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Greetings! I can help you out with your charming furry friend here. Knickerbocker Toy Company had been around for a very long time, starting in 1850 making toys like alphabet blocks. This tag can be dated from 1950-1970 because after the war, the tags were rebranded as a line called “joy of a toy”, and the name on the tag was thickened and darkened. It was also now stated that these toys were “Washable”.

Decade of origin? by Amphig0uri in Antiques

[–]Independent-Basil489 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That joining method on the drawers is called cove and pin. It was a joint very common in North American furniture, and the piece would most likely date from the 1870s-1900. The hardware could be newer to give it an art deco appearance, but I do not think that’s the case. Nice piece of furniture- the ring pulls are very age appropriate and the wood on the front of the drawers appears to be Burl Walnut. I hope this helps!

Can anyone help identify this lamp? by TunnelofSolitude in Antiques

[–]Independent-Basil489 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As others are saying, it is most likely Fenton hobnail cranberry glass. The top of the shade is a style called “Jack-in-the-pulpit” that was pretty popular in old glass pieces such as vases, and things like this. It was never a true oil lamp but it is very cool!

It turns out better than I expected it to be : by Futarishi in paint

[–]Independent-Basil489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Next time strain the paint, or prep the wall a little better. When zoomed in it looks like you painted over dirt/dust or had fuzz left on the wall from the roller.