Eastern Star teacup set! My grandmother was an Eastern Star! It was a auxillary of woman in a spiritual based organization that served their communities and sisterhood! The star was their emblem!🙏🏾♥️
Alex the painting is called Cows by the River and the original was from 1908..:) That was sooo dear of you to give that sewing machine to Melissa..as soon as you were showing it to her, i was thinking, Please give it to Melissa..she’s so sweet..great video..Best wishes
I just want to thank you for creating and maintaining a wonderfully wholesome and extremely entertaining channel. I get so much joy from watching and it doesn't matter what the content it's always a pleasure to be able to visit with you and your family this way. I haven't been able to go out in over 5 years so your videos make me feel like I'm along for your adventures. Words doesn't convey the lightness of heart that your channel gives me. Blessings to you all.
Awesome for Melissa to keep the sewing machine. Sewing machines to some women are the equivalent of an old car to some men 😂 Melissa please video you and your mom and grandma using that machine for the first time we would love it
yes...great machine, but the comment ewquvalent to old car got me! I have a Singer industrial dateing at least the to the 1940s...love that machine. (but love all my worker bees here )
The Kewpie dolls are Chalkware Kewpie Flapper Dolls. Dating from the 1920’s. I love the unboxing videos. So many things that are fun. I love that Melissa is taking the sewing machine.
At one time they would have a bridal shower called a teacup party. My Mom was married in the 30's and they would serve tea in new teacups and cakes on fancy new plates. Everyone brought one. After washing up they were gifted to the bride to be. Great pieces. Glad Melissa got to keep the sewing machine. Would love to have one like that as mine is so heavy to lift. Great treasures. Keep Safe ❤Keep Well ❤
Exactly. I've seen simular in my family as well. Maybe she would continue the collection or just cherish the cups and saucers from that special day. Always stored in beautiful glass cabinets that warned to stay away from. It was a great tradition that young brides I think would still enjoy. Brides have so many different showers within the church family this one would still be great for just ladies ones. Those were some pretty teacups in her collection.
My old Hall China book lists your coffee pot under "Tricolator Products" and the shape/style is "Wilson." The price listed is $20-25 USD, but my Hall China Book was purchased in 1989, so I don't know what current values are. I have 25 or so Hall teapots. :)
This is mom's everyday sewing machine! She has everything in this case, in excellent condition. Very satisfying to watch the two of you unpack your finds. We need more of this!
Alex, that pink glass/silver top jar is Victorian, and called a biscuit jar. I used to sell those on ebay, and one like yours would usually fetch around $300+. The handle can be soldered back on, and the top would have to be glued back on. They used to use a grout-like material to attach them. It is definitely worth restoring. You should get a better price for it if you do that.
@@raraavis7782 that’s what it made me think of too. Changed daily but not really eaten. I couldn’t have that, I would be having snacks at 3am every night! 😂
@@scotcat7182 Lol, true! Sweets on the bedside table! The temptation. I wonder what kind of cookie needs to be exchanged daily, though. I remember them saying it, but it seed odd to me.
Oh, Melissa! I’m so happy you chose to keep the Singer Featherweight! I have one that my mother gifted me in the 1970s. They may be small, but they are a workhorse of a machine! Find a reputable place to have it cleaned and give it some love. There are multiple Featherweight Facebook groups and oodles of TH-cams that will help you to get started. You can also look up the serial number online to see when your machine was made. Can’t wait to see what your first project will be! Happy sewing!!!
OMG that makes perfect sense I was racking my brain trying to think what they would have put in that bag I am 65 so I well remember hanging clothes on the line for my mother and we did have a bag with a clothes hanger sewn into it nothing fancy just usable
Melissa buy a charm square package of fabric and sew those nice little squares together. You cannot go wrong. Abagail is the perfect age to sew straight seams also. 🇨🇦
The featherweight is perfect as a starter, and Abigail is not too young to begin sewing. The boys may be interested, too. Boys tend to be interested in the machine aspect of sewing.
Someone cherished this collection. Someone had a great eye. Overall great shape. Good examples of the decorative arts while maintaining practicality. Impressive.
One item on the Featherweight. There is no on/off button. The toggle is only for the light. That bulb can get hot, but you can get an led replacement from the featherweight shop. Please don’t leave it plugged in if you are not using it. The foot pedal can get hot. Also, do not use any of the old oil or grease that may have come with it. Buy new. The featherweight shop has those formulated for theses machines. You can also find out the date your machine was made and the factory that manufactured it on the same website.
Thank you so much. I had no idea about the switch and the foot getting hot. I will make sure to unplug it once I’m done using it and look into an led bulb ❤️❤️❤️
Your Royal Dux vase is worth some money for sure. Without damage a range from $200 up to $675 is what I found in a quick search. Might be worth repairing. It's a beautiful piece.
My Grandma had one. Not quite as fancy. This was in amazing condition. Grandma kept her "Support hose " her whispering Which was her Stockings. She lived to almost 90. passed in 1981. Never wore anything but dresses her Entire life. Isn't that amazing. She worked for Rice Stix which ironically made Lee jeans.
My mom has the exact same machine....and she still uses it. She bought it back in the 1950's used, and it still works. She has the case, the button holer and the guide. I learned to sew on this machine, and it is such a great find. Melissa will have loads of fun sewing on it.
What a wonderful collection! Everything was in great condition and that's so surprising considering the age of many items. I admit, it hit a lot of my aesthetic buttons! From the stretch/swung vases, the gorgeous mid-mod Le Creuset cookware, to the vintage tea sets (I belong to a Tea Scout group and this is right up our alley!) I follow a lot of historical fashion youtubers and the older pieces are great to learn how thing were constructed. This whole video with the collections, Melissa helping... all was such a joy to watch. :)
The teacup with stars is representative if Eastern Star which is a branch of the Masonic temple. My mother was in that from age 18 to into her 80s. Ironically enough she also had a Singer Featherweight machine.
That first glass jar is beautiful, definitely worth restoring. Pyrex! And it's a beautiful color & print! Cola bottle- SCORE! Oh, the featherweight machine! I'm a quilter, and yes, that is a valuable machine. Probably $500 American, especially with all the accessories. Get it cleaned, refurbished (rubber parts) probably about $100 American, and it will sew 4ever. The tea cup collection is beautiful. What an interesting person(s) to have such wonderful things, and to keep them in such stellar condition.
What a terrific unboxing. So much more of the things I collect have been in your videos lately. I never thought I’d see you getting Le Creuset. I’ll never give up mine. When I finished college, I sublet 2 different apartments and both had kitchens with that cookware. I knew nothing about it but quickly saw how great it was. When I got my own apartment, I saved up and started buying Le Creuset for myself. Still using those starter pieces. Thanks for keeping us interested.
Omg- Le Creuset is EXPENSIVE! An antique set like that would be amazing. Really happy Melissa accepted the sewing machine; if she likes the orange Creuset set, she should definitely accept that too! You two both work too hard to pass up on goodies you really like, when they so rarely come along like this. Overall you got some quality pieces in this mystery unboxing! Well done!
Exciting that the sponsors finding you are so worthy of this channel's exceptional goodness. Everything in these boxes was droolable. The lovely Melissa made the video even better! Always a delight to see her.
Same here. Northwood popped right out of my mouth. Just got to see if the marking is an N or Z with underscore (_). N underscored would be correct where Z underscore is a...reproduction, imposter.
Loved your unboxing Melissa and Alex! Great finds, please let us know when they are ready for sale. The box with the animals were from Uruguay and the artist is Artesania Rinconada. They should all be marked with AR on the bottom of their feet. There is also another artist named Rinconada from there that makes those adorable creatures. Jocelyn will be able to help you with your new finds, especially the glass and the AR figurines. Really enjoyed seeing all your new treasures, thank you for sharing that!
Those dolls would have been to put your pyjamas into for the daytime. The pink glass with the handle looks almost like a candle lantern but there are no vent holes in the lid. I have two featherweight sewing machines. One is a freearm. I keep one permanently set up for buttonholes.
Having just a few boxes to go through, and being able to do it at a calm pace, with Melissa, and lots of normal conversation between the two of you (not kinda stiff like some live-stream convo can be) lead to a quiet, peaceful video where we could appreciate each piece and enjoy the discussion. Really just what I needed on a tense night after a stressful day. Serendipitous timing! Thanks so much!
I'm lucky enough to have my late aunt's Singer Featherweight. They're great little machines and Melissa will enjoy it! It should have a tray that sits on top of the machine and lifts off. There are lots of online sources for extra parts and accessories.
I love my featherweight. It cost me $400 over 25 years ago. That one is incredible condition. You can check the age by looking at the silver looking plate pattern.
Loved those dimples on Melissa when you gave her the sewing machine..you two work well together...the star cup is the Eastern Stars..woman's side of the Masons..thank you for the videos..love to watch them
Alex I’m sure you know you can date by the serial number. You can do it Melissa Featherweights are great little machines. Practically indestructible and parts are readily available.
Absolutely love the glass pieces. We recently inherited several pieces (like way too many). Upon selling them off we definitely learned a lot about glass. We did keep a few pieces though. Amazing reads about the history behind some of the glass companies over the years. I’d have to say the Viking glass and Blenko are our favorites. We sold several Fenton pieces. Most of what we sold were from the 50s up to late 70s.
31 minutes the Red Cross cup is for giving liquids to a bedridden patient. The lily of the valley teacup is sweet. My grandmother collected teacups and I have 1 of hers.
P. Kemp painted several landscapes with cows by the river (in Betws-y-Coed, Wales), around 1908. One sold at Bonhams for £240, 15 years ago so my fingers are crossed that yours is an original.
The 1920's - 1930's doll with the hat & fabric pouchwould lay on the bed to keep one's pajamas in ( it's not for dirty clothes). Nice collection of items, I enjoy your videos👏🏽❣👍🏽 thank you both ❣
Melissa, So glad you are keeping the sewing machine.. those are so easy to use .. can set it is just about anywhere.. mine was stolen .. will replace it one day .. they are not easy to find especially like the one you have now !! 😊
We were given a set of 12 collector tea cups with saucers in 1967. I have regifted them over the years but still have several. The porcelain is so transparent you can almost see through it.
I have the same sewing machine - a Singer featherweight. I am glad Melissa is keeping it. It IS A great, practical machine. It will be handy with a new home….hemming curtains, pillow covers, tablecloths…always handy!
The sewing machine is lovely and hardly ever used by the looks of it, I have the same buttonholer attachment on my older Singer sewing machines and it is very interesting to use. They have cams you drop into the bottom of the item in the size you want.
Alex, Royal Dux is a Czech/ Czechoslovak Porcelain making company. They mostly specialize on porcelain figurines, especially of hunting scenes, animals etc.
I am so glad you had Melissa help on this unboxing...so many beautiful items we got a better view of. Loved most everything! I was thinking about the niche you were building into the new house-the art glass vases would add color and warmth.
Melissa, just a little tip. The carrying handle isn’t a safe way to carry your new featherweight. They can easily break and also the latches can break. I know I commented on your vlog when you showed it but didn’t think to mention the above. Y’all got a lot of neat things! ♥️
Good Morning, Alex. I love waking up to your videos with my morning coffee! The milk glass lady head vase is showing on eBay as a succulent planter. Not sure that's correct but several listings as such.
Milk glass head appears to be product container, Circa 1900, and would have had a metal or paper lid. When the product was used up you had an attractive vase.
Great treasures. My Grandma had a singer in the case. I was given it by my Sweet Momma. I will use that machine over any new one. My Grandma worked at Rice Stix factory which they made Lee Jeans. The mechanics there kept Grandma's Singer in tip top shape. Awesome 🌟
Glass - pretty pieces for sure. I am getting older, I remember lots of the pieces from my grandmother's collection. And the Pyrex was my first Christmas present from my mother-in-law in 1983. Memories . . . Thanks for sharing.
Hello Alex and Melissa good to see you both. Very interesting items you guys have there,beautiful stuff 👍cool. Love watching your videos 👏👏⭐️🌺🦋🌈hope to hear from you both soon. Lots of love 💖❤️😊😘🙏🏻from Edith in cairns Queensland Australia 🇦🇺. Cheers!!!
The clown fabric bag things were to store your nightgown. They weren't laundered every morning, so you would place them in the bag. If you didn't have anything that fancy, you would just place them under your pillow. My grandmother (who was born in 1890) spoke about this habit very casually when I was a child. She was surprised that I tossed my nighties into the hamper every morning.
My grandmother used them her whole life. I don’t wash my nighties every day because I shower before bed every night. But I do not wear one for more than maybe 3 days max. Back then, they had far, far fewer clothes than what we have. Even the wealthier classes.
@@debshaw680 Linen was the fabric of choice for underclothing for just this reason. I have started using my hand sewn, linen medieval shifts in everyday rotation since the start of covid and surprising those folks knew a thing or two. My shift stays reasonably fresh for 1 week, this being independently sniff tested by my daughter. lol
My grandmother puts her nightgown under her pillow before she makes her bed. She'll wear the nighty three or 4 days before washing it. She's almost 103.
One of my favourite episodes! How do you restrain yourselves from keeping so many beautiful THINGS? I can visualize Melissa modeling the clothing. She is so elegent! Believe I would end up a hoarder if had a business like yours!😂 Love your channel😍
I have an old sewing table that originally housed a Singer, but something tragic happened years ago before I was born and my dad replaced it with a Universal machine for my grandma. I still have her Singer sewing kit box and a bag full of her fabric crayons and extra spools. Some of those I've been using with my newer model Singer that's just a basic machine. It's very admirable of you to tell Melissa to keep that one, but he reaction was just as sweet ❤️
Love the Artesania Rinconada animals. Also love the art glass, I don't have room for another piece, but it sure is beautiful. I would suspect that the milk glass head vase is Mosser, but not sure.
The clown and what looks like a fancy clothespin bag look newer because of the material - maybe 1960's or so? The teapot set and the biscuit jar - Oh my, how beautiful! I have the Featherweight that was my mother-in-law's which she used only a few times. I am a quilter and have never used it myself though I treasure it. Wonderful items and fun to watch the unboxing!
Red Cross feeder usually for beef tea ( to build the patient's strength up )Those Shire horses were a thing here in UK 70s 80s until they went out of fashion ( I and everyone else bought them ) P.Kemp known artist 1890s Welsh scenery .
The tea cup sets, specifically the flower sets. I actually was gifted a set of those by an uncle when I went to the UK in the 1980s. It was a set of 12 bone china cups and saucers, a flower for each month of the year made specifically for the Canadian market. Sadly they were lost during a move.
The "masonic' cup and plate is for the Eastern Star group, which is the women's group (but they do have men belonging). To be able to join, you have to have a relative that is a mason and they are affiliated with the masons in that they usually are a 'sister' group with that masonic lodge.
The painting by P. Kemp was painted by a Welsh painter who was active at the turn of the 20th century. This painting is most probably from sometime around 1905 to 1910.
Was thrilled to see the animals. When I was a buyer I got them for the store where I worked. Then I HAD to buy some for me. Found one piece in a thrift store the other day $4 US. Same piece sold recently for $16 US. Very much enjoy watching the two of you on your channels. Thank you.
I was wondering how long it was going to be before Alex couldn't resist on getting his hands in the box. I was really enjoying Melissa taking things out
I think it is the man-explain thing. If he could hold back and let her look and visualize what she might or might not use it for. I think we might get a few laughs .
There were so many beautiful items in this lot. The owner must have treasured each piece. I loved the tea cups and saucers. Thank you for showing all these wonderful items.
Love the Featherweight sewing machine. I have 3 because I collect vintage sewing machine. They are very desirable, as you have said. She should keep it for sure. Congratulations! Wahoo!
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At 6 minutes that beautiful glass jar is called a biscuit barrel which is an early form of cookie jar. Well worth repairing! 🙂
So glad you posted this information! I thought it was stunning! Now I know a little bit about it.
I absolutely love that! Thanks for identifying what it is!
Thanks for posting that the English biscuit barrel, I remember those from my childhood. It was frowned upon to put a packet on to the table.
After living in London, my first thought was biscuit jar!
Eastern Star teacup set! My grandmother was an Eastern Star! It was a auxillary of woman in a spiritual based organization that served their communities and sisterhood! The star was their emblem!🙏🏾♥️
I bought a set 2 years ago because MY grandma was an Eastern Star, too.
Very fun episode. I like that Melissa unpacked while you filmed. Much more enjoyable than you doing both!!
Alex the painting is called Cows by the River and the original was from 1908..:) That was sooo dear of you to give that sewing machine to Melissa..as soon as you were showing it to her, i was thinking, Please give it to Melissa..she’s so sweet..great video..Best wishes
Welsh artist
Paul Kemp
I enjoyed having Melissa help with the unpacking. Some very interesting things in this pick.
I appreciate the two hands in use to look at items -especially the dresses. Melissa makes a great Vanna White to your Pat Sajak, Alexander.
I just want to thank you for creating and maintaining a wonderfully wholesome and extremely entertaining channel. I get so much joy from watching and it doesn't matter what the content it's always a pleasure to be able to visit with you and your family this way. I haven't been able to go out in over 5 years so your videos make me feel like I'm along for your adventures. Words doesn't convey the lightness of heart that your channel gives me. Blessings to you all.
Mary T I am sending you virtual hugs.
I also can't get out like I once could. Love these so much. Ok even love your old cars. Enjoyed meeting Melissa she does deserve that cookware.
Awesome for Melissa to keep the sewing machine. Sewing machines to some women are the equivalent of an old car to some men 😂 Melissa please video you and your mom and grandma using that machine for the first time we would love it
yes...great machine, but the comment ewquvalent to old car got me! I have a Singer industrial dateing at least the to the 1940s...love that machine. (but love all my worker bees here )
Many quilters and seamstress’s love their featherweights. Enjoy it. It is in beautiful shape!!!
I think you mean 1940s. Sewing machineswere invented 2 centuries ago.
Yeah! So cool
@@SashaMonsteraki I bet 1040 was spellcorrect because of the 1040 tax form in the USA 😂
Wow, what a collection; this person really collected some great things! The P. Kemp painting shows to be worth about $3,000.👍👏
The Kewpie dolls are Chalkware Kewpie Flapper Dolls. Dating from the 1920’s.
I love the unboxing videos. So many things that are fun. I love that Melissa is taking the sewing machine.
Most of these have been broken by kids because they’re great sidewalk chalk
Really? I thought he was WRONG. My faith in his knowledge has been restored.
At one time they would have a bridal shower called a teacup party. My Mom was married in the 30's and they would serve tea in new teacups and cakes on fancy new plates. Everyone brought one. After washing up they were gifted to the bride to be. Great pieces. Glad Melissa got to keep the sewing machine. Would love to have one like that as mine is so heavy to lift. Great treasures. Keep Safe ❤Keep Well ❤
Exactly. I've seen simular in my family as well. Maybe she would continue the collection or just cherish the cups and saucers from that special day. Always stored in beautiful glass cabinets that warned to stay away from. It was a great tradition that young brides I think would still enjoy. Brides have so many different showers within the church family this one would still be great for just ladies ones. Those were some pretty teacups in her collection.
Hall is a very famous and collectible brand of pottery in the US. I have several pieces. I love this teapot!
My old Hall China book lists your coffee pot under "Tricolator Products" and the shape/style is "Wilson." The price listed is $20-25 USD, but my Hall China Book was purchased in 1989, so I don't know what current values are. I have 25 or so Hall teapots. :)
On line they range from $30 to $35 USD
I love Hall pottery.
Not bags, clothespins. The dollyhead sack I mean.
This is mom's everyday sewing machine! She has everything in this case, in excellent condition. Very satisfying to watch the two of you unpack your finds. We need more of this!
Alex, that pink glass/silver top jar is Victorian, and called a biscuit jar. I used to sell those on ebay, and one like yours would usually fetch around $300+. The handle can be soldered back on, and the top would have to be glued back on. They used to use a grout-like material to attach them. It is definitely worth restoring. You should get a better price for it if you do that.
Mom has a few different biscuit barrels from her mother's estate came from England the silver polishes up beautiful I love them!
The ladies of Downton Abbey had those beside their beds 🙂
@@raraavis7782 that’s what it made me think of too. Changed daily but not really eaten. I couldn’t have that, I would be having snacks at 3am every night! 😂
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Lol, true! Sweets on the bedside table!
The temptation.
I wonder what kind of cookie needs to be exchanged daily, though. I remember them saying it, but it seed odd to me.
@@raraavis7782 Rich people's cookies . . . after being exchanged I doubt they got past the servants hall . . . ;)
Oh, Melissa! I’m so happy you chose to keep the Singer Featherweight! I have one that my mother gifted me in the 1970s. They may be small, but they are a workhorse of a machine! Find a reputable place to have it cleaned and give it some love. There are multiple Featherweight Facebook groups and oodles of TH-cams that will help you to get started. You can also look up the serial number online to see when your machine was made. Can’t wait to see what your first project will be! Happy sewing!!!
What a team! Alexander and Melissa, you two are great! Love to the whole family. Cheers! 😘
This was a fun episode! I love Melissa. It doesn’t take much to make her happy and she definitely deserves that beautiful new home.
The 1920’s hanging face holder would have been used to keep clothes pegs in for hanging up laundry.
OMG that makes perfect sense I was racking my brain trying to think what they would have put in that bag I am 65 so I well remember hanging clothes on the line for my mother and we did have a bag with a clothes hanger sewn into it nothing fancy just usable
Le Creuset is $300 CAD + brand new
That is what I was thinking too.
@@rachellecc3547 More than that.The last one I bought, 15years ago, was almost $500 cad.
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Prices don’t always go up - they go up and down depending upon what people want to buy.
Melissa buy a charm square package of fabric and sew those nice little squares together. You cannot go wrong. Abagail is the perfect age to sew straight seams also. 🇨🇦
The featherweight is perfect as a starter, and Abigail is not too young to begin sewing. The boys may be interested, too. Boys tend to be interested in the machine aspect of sewing.
Someone cherished this collection. Someone had a great eye. Overall great shape. Good examples of the decorative arts while maintaining practicality. Impressive.
One item on the Featherweight. There is no on/off button. The toggle is only for the light. That bulb can get hot, but you can get an led replacement from the featherweight shop. Please don’t leave it plugged in if you are not using it. The foot pedal can get hot. Also, do not use any of the old oil or grease that may have come with it. Buy new. The featherweight shop has those formulated for theses machines. You can also find out the date your machine was made and the factory that manufactured it on the same website.
Thank you so much. I had no idea about the switch and the foot getting hot. I will make sure to unplug it once I’m done using it and look into an led bulb ❤️❤️❤️
Love your videos Alex. I have watched since before the pandemic. I love your enthusiasm and the wonderful attitude you always have.
Thanks Audrey!
@Audrey Senghas I agree with you. Alexander and Melissa are very inspiring to me.
The pieces marked "Nippon" are pre 1921. At that time the US govt required imports to be marked "Japan". The raised detailing is called moriage.
Your Royal Dux vase is worth some money for sure. Without damage a range from $200 up to $675 is what I found in a quick search. Might be worth repairing. It's a beautiful piece.
That other cloth bag may be a clothes pin bag. They had so many uses. As always so interesting to watch I just love the mystery of what you find. :)
I agree we had them when I grew up but that one is way fancy
If you have always used a clothes dryer, a clothes pin bag wouldn't come to mind...ya don't know what ya don't know. lol
I think they are pyjama cases. Keep your nightdress/pajama in during g the day. Too delicate for household chores and be handled all the time
My Grandma had one. Not quite as fancy. This was in amazing condition. Grandma kept her "Support hose " her whispering Which was her Stockings. She lived to almost 90. passed in 1981. Never wore anything but dresses her Entire life. Isn't that amazing. She worked for Rice Stix which ironically made Lee jeans.
I was coming on to say clothes pin bag too.
Also I think "the clown" doll is a later version of a kewpie doll.
My mom has the exact same machine....and she still uses it. She bought it back in the 1950's used, and it still works. She has the case, the button holer and the guide. I learned to sew on this machine, and it is such a great find. Melissa will have loads of fun sewing on it.
What a wonderful collection! Everything was in great condition and that's so surprising considering the age of many items. I admit, it hit a lot of my aesthetic buttons! From the stretch/swung vases, the gorgeous mid-mod Le Creuset cookware, to the vintage tea sets (I belong to a Tea Scout group and this is right up our alley!) I follow a lot of historical fashion youtubers and the older pieces are great to learn how thing were constructed. This whole video with the collections, Melissa helping... all was such a joy to watch. :)
The teacup with stars is representative if Eastern Star which is a branch of the Masonic temple. My mother was in that from age 18 to into her 80s. Ironically enough she also had a Singer Featherweight machine.
Yes! That is what I ment. My mom's side was in all that stuff. Masons, Eastern star, white shrine. (Not my cup of tea, so to speak.)
Yes that teacup Eastern Star…ladies…my grandmother was a Worthy Matron for years and member until her death.
So did you get the Featherweight?
Exactly!
I just jumped on to say the same thing, my mom was in the Eastern Star back in the 60s when my dad briefly was in the Mason's
Melissa, you will love the sewing machine. It is great for mending and making quilts.
That first glass jar is beautiful, definitely worth restoring. Pyrex! And it's a beautiful color & print! Cola bottle- SCORE! Oh, the featherweight machine! I'm a quilter, and yes, that is a valuable machine. Probably $500 American, especially with all the accessories. Get it cleaned, refurbished (rubber parts) probably about $100 American, and it will sew 4ever. The tea cup collection is beautiful. What an interesting person(s) to have such wonderful things, and to keep them in such stellar condition.
What a terrific unboxing. So much more of the things I collect have been in your videos lately. I never thought I’d see you getting Le Creuset. I’ll never give up mine. When I finished college, I sublet 2 different apartments and both had kitchens with that cookware. I knew nothing about it but quickly saw how great it was. When I got my own apartment, I saved up and started buying Le Creuset for myself. Still using those starter pieces. Thanks for keeping us interested.
I loved you guys doing that together! It made it all the more fun!
Omg- Le Creuset is EXPENSIVE! An antique set like that would be amazing. Really happy Melissa accepted the sewing machine; if she likes the orange Creuset set, she should definitely accept that too! You two both work too hard to pass up on goodies you really like, when they so rarely come along like this. Overall you got some quality pieces in this mystery unboxing! Well done!
Exciting that the sponsors finding you are so worthy of this channel's exceptional goodness.
Everything in these boxes was droolable.
The lovely Melissa made the video even better! Always a delight to see her.
Loved that you gave Mellisa the sewing machine! It is way cool.
Melissa, it looks like the Pyrex bowl matches the outside of your new house.
I love seeing the patterns that aren't just seen everywhere.
It is SO interesting to watch the video and read the comments at the same time for more information, so much knowledge here! 🥰
I love all the art vases. I collect different pieces just whatever makes me happy. Glad I got to see this pick.
This was so fun. Love watching the two of you together ❤ taking the time to show us everything in detail. Have a great day.
The carnival glass vase colour is called marigold and the pattern name is tree trunk. I have one like it.
Yes, Tree Trunk and I would think its "Northwood" on the maker, that is a fine piece and the quality of the color? Screams Northwood
and as to age, its much older than you think - Manufacturer: Northwood
Year(s) of Production: 1909-1915 Butler Bros Catalog
I kind of thoughts it might be Northwood but wasn’t sure. Thanks for the info. 💐
Same here. Northwood popped right out of my mouth. Just got to see if the marking is an N or Z with underscore (_). N underscored would be correct where Z underscore is a...reproduction, imposter.
Loved your unboxing Melissa and Alex! Great finds, please let us know when they are ready for sale. The box with the animals were from Uruguay and the artist is Artesania Rinconada. They should all be marked with AR on the bottom of their feet. There is also another artist named Rinconada from there that makes those adorable creatures. Jocelyn will be able to help you with your new finds, especially the glass and the AR figurines. Really enjoyed seeing all your new treasures, thank you for sharing that!
Yes..I was thinking about Crazy Lamp Lady during some of the video. Lot of knowledge.
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The blue pyrex fits perfectly to the outside of your new dream house. ;-)
I thought the same thing when I saw that color.
I have one ,singer feather weight, 1951 model with the gold trim work. Has the special singer badge and it works, Great.
Those dolls would have been to put your pyjamas into for the daytime. The pink glass with the handle looks almost like a candle lantern but there are no vent holes in the lid.
I have two featherweight sewing machines. One is a freearm. I keep one permanently set up for buttonholes.
Having just a few boxes to go through, and being able to do it at a calm pace, with Melissa, and lots of normal conversation between the two of you (not kinda stiff like some live-stream convo can be) lead to a quiet, peaceful video where we could appreciate each piece and enjoy the discussion. Really just what I needed on a tense night after a stressful day. Serendipitous timing! Thanks so much!
Good morning Alex That one Item you had after the clown doll was a Clothes pin holder
I'm lucky enough to have my late aunt's Singer Featherweight. They're great little machines and Melissa will enjoy it! It should have a tray that sits on top of the machine and lifts off. There are lots of online sources for extra parts and accessories.
I have my Aunt's.
I’d love one for classes and quilting group
I love my featherweight. It cost me $400 over 25 years ago. That one is incredible condition. You can check the age by looking at the silver looking plate pattern.
Loved those dimples on Melissa when you gave her the sewing machine..you two work well together...the star cup is the Eastern Stars..woman's side of the Masons..thank you for the videos..love to watch them
Yea, that a Featherweight is going to be staying at your house! Great sewing machine. I love mine. Happy sewing!
Alex I’m sure you know you can date by the serial number. You can do it Melissa Featherweights are great little machines. Practically indestructible and parts are readily available.
Clean and nice finds! Enjoyed. I personally would choose to keep the beautiful art deco creamer and sugar bowl, Love them.
It really is beautiful.
Absolutely love the glass pieces. We recently inherited several pieces (like way too many). Upon selling them off we definitely learned a lot about glass. We did keep a few pieces though. Amazing reads about the history behind some of the glass companies over the years. I’d have to say the Viking glass and Blenko are our favorites. We sold several Fenton pieces. Most of what we sold were from the 50s up to late 70s.
I can’t wait to see Melissa do a vlog with her sewing machine! I enjoy all of her videos, it’s like hanging out with a friend 😊
Thank you so much Sharon. To be honest I’m nervous about it. I want to learn about it and hopefully can give it a go ❤️
My brother and I taught ourselves to sew on that machine when we were kids. We didn't have a manual. Melissa will find it easy.
31 minutes the Red Cross cup is for giving liquids to a bedridden patient. The lily of the valley teacup is sweet. My grandmother collected teacups and I have 1 of hers.
P. Kemp painted several landscapes with cows by the river (in Betws-y-Coed, Wales), around 1908. One sold at Bonhams for £240, 15 years ago so my fingers are crossed that yours is an original.
The 1920's - 1930's doll with the hat & fabric pouchwould lay on the bed to keep one's pajamas in ( it's not for dirty clothes). Nice collection of items, I enjoy your videos👏🏽❣👍🏽 thank you both ❣
The dresses are so neat☺️
Loved this video with you and Melissa working together. I learned a lot today.
You hit the nail on the head - ‘’what a fun collection”.
At 16 min- that is Eastern Star. The sister to the Mason’s. My great-grandparents were in them.
Melissa, So glad you are keeping the sewing machine.. those are so easy to use .. can set it is just about anywhere.. mine was stolen .. will replace it one day .. they are not easy to find especially like the one you have now !! 😊
Mine was also stolen, along with 4 other kinds of sewing machines.
I am so sorry that someone would steal your sewing machine. I hope that you find a replacement for a wonderful price that’s in good shape ❤️
@@wandadibble5426 You had yours stolen too! That’s awful
We were given a set of 12 collector tea cups with saucers in 1967. I have regifted them over the years but still have several. The porcelain is so transparent you can almost see through it.
Sewing machine is really easy to use, sews beautifully. Keep it Melissa!
I have the same sewing machine - a Singer featherweight. I am glad Melissa is keeping it. It IS A great, practical machine. It will be handy with a new home….hemming curtains, pillow covers, tablecloths…always handy!
Yes Good morning 🌄 yu both i really enjoy watching yu both video
PERFECT My favourite channel unboxing my kind of merchandise. Great having Melissa.🥰🇨🇦
The sewing machine is lovely and hardly ever used by the looks of it, I have the same buttonholer attachment on my older Singer sewing machines and it is very interesting to use. They have cams you drop into the bottom of the item in the size you want.
I remember using cams for making button holes on my clothing
Alex, Royal Dux is a Czech/ Czechoslovak Porcelain making company. They mostly specialize on porcelain figurines, especially of hunting scenes, animals etc.
I am so glad you had Melissa help on this unboxing...so many beautiful items we got a better view of. Loved most everything! I was thinking about the niche you were building into the new house-the art glass vases would add color and warmth.
Melissa, just a little tip. The carrying handle isn’t a safe way to carry your new featherweight. They can easily break and also the latches can break. I know I commented on your vlog when you showed it but didn’t think to mention the above. Y’all got a lot of neat things! ♥️
Oh the carrying handle on the case! I would have never realized that it was that handle. Thank you for letting me know. ❤️
Good Morning, Alex. I love waking up to your videos with my morning coffee! The milk glass lady head vase is showing on eBay as a succulent planter. Not sure that's correct but several listings as such.
Milk glass head appears to be product container, Circa 1900, and would have had a metal or paper lid. When the product was used up you had an attractive vase.
Great treasures. My Grandma had a singer in the case. I was given it by my Sweet Momma. I will use that machine over any new one. My Grandma worked at Rice Stix factory which they made Lee Jeans. The mechanics there kept Grandma's Singer in tip top shape. Awesome 🌟
So happy to see the beautiful Melissa.She did a great job. The obects were lovely.Good job guys
Glass - pretty pieces for sure. I am getting older, I remember lots of the pieces from my grandmother's collection. And the Pyrex was my first Christmas present from my mother-in-law in 1983. Memories . . . Thanks for sharing.
Hello Alex and Melissa good to see you both. Very interesting items you guys have there,beautiful stuff 👍cool. Love watching your videos 👏👏⭐️🌺🦋🌈hope to hear from you both soon. Lots of love 💖❤️😊😘🙏🏻from Edith in cairns Queensland Australia 🇦🇺. Cheers!!!
The Masonic teacup is Eastern Star. The group is mainly reserved for the wives of the Masons.
Happy early Valentines Day to Melissa as the sewing machine is a wonderful gift.
We had pajama stuffies in the 60's and 70's. It was like a decorative pillow in the daytime, storing your pajamas or nightgown for bedtime.
The clown fabric bag things were to store your nightgown. They weren't laundered every morning, so you would place them in the bag. If you didn't have anything that fancy, you would just place them under your pillow. My grandmother (who was born in 1890) spoke about this habit very casually when I was a child. She was surprised that I tossed my nighties into the hamper every morning.
My grandmother used them her whole life. I don’t wash my nighties every day because I shower before bed every night. But I do not wear one for more than maybe 3 days max. Back then, they had far, far fewer clothes than what we have. Even the wealthier classes.
That was my guess to
yes nd the 'clown' just before it is a pixi i remember them from the 60s
@@debshaw680 Linen was the fabric of choice for underclothing for just this reason. I have started using my hand sewn, linen medieval shifts in everyday rotation since the start of covid and surprising those folks knew a thing or two. My shift stays reasonably fresh for 1 week, this being independently sniff tested by my daughter. lol
My grandmother puts her nightgown under her pillow before she makes her bed. She'll wear the nighty three or 4 days before washing it. She's almost 103.
A lot of this was from the 1920s I love it all ! The green and black dress was OMG !
One of my favourite episodes! How do you restrain yourselves from keeping so many beautiful THINGS? I can visualize Melissa modeling the clothing. She is so elegent! Believe I would end up a hoarder if had a business like yours!😂 Love your channel😍
I have an old sewing table that originally housed a Singer, but something tragic happened years ago before I was born and my dad replaced it with a Universal machine for my grandma. I still have her Singer sewing kit box and a bag full of her fabric crayons and extra spools. Some of those I've been using with my newer model Singer that's just a basic machine. It's very admirable of you to tell Melissa to keep that one, but he reaction was just as sweet ❤️
Love the Artesania Rinconada animals. Also love the art glass, I don't have room for another piece, but it sure is beautiful.
I would suspect that the milk glass head vase is Mosser, but not sure.
The clown and what looks like a fancy clothespin bag look newer because of the material - maybe 1960's or so? The teapot set and the biscuit jar - Oh my, how beautiful! I have the Featherweight that was my mother-in-law's which she used only a few times. I am a quilter and have never used it myself though I treasure it. Wonderful items and fun to watch the unboxing!
I got the Pyrex for my wedding in 1985 if that helps date it. It’s called Colonial Mist.
Red Cross feeder usually for beef tea ( to build the patient's strength up )Those Shire horses were a thing here in UK 70s 80s until they went out of fashion ( I and everyone else bought them ) P.Kemp known artist 1890s Welsh scenery .
The glass vases are called "swung vases" Prices all over the place.
That one looks like Fenton April Showers pattern, Circa 1911 and worth about 35 to $40.
@@danielulz1640 - Fenton and Northwood made a lot of swung vases. If they're unmarked, it's a matter of counting the ruffles...
We have got to educate you on teapots, my friend. And china and pottery generally! 🙂 We just sold a biscuit jar at another antique shop for $324!
It’s NOT officially called “Amish” Butterprint. The Pyrex name is just Butterprint.
Absolutely cool stuff!! I would by half of these things in a heartbeat.
Stunning finds! Wow!
Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
Biscuit barrel...beautiful..oh melissa that little sewing machine is fabulous I'm soooo jel...looking forward to you showing us it in use...
Fabric doll hanger thingy, back then they had these at home for corks, strings, paper and bags ( small net bags home made for veggies).
The tea cup sets, specifically the flower sets. I actually was gifted a set of those by an uncle when I went to the UK in the 1980s. It was a set of 12 bone china cups and saucers, a flower for each month of the year made specifically for the Canadian market. Sadly they were lost during a move.
The "masonic' cup and plate is for the Eastern Star group, which is the women's group (but they do have men belonging). To be able to join, you have to have a relative that is a mason and they are affiliated with the masons in that they usually are a 'sister' group with that masonic lodge.
The painting by P. Kemp was painted by a Welsh painter who was active at the turn of the 20th century. This painting is most probably from sometime around 1905 to 1910.
It would be nice if you feature vintage/antique glassware in your new addition. I know that would increase your business ten fold with the ladies.
Was thrilled to see the animals. When I was a buyer I got them for the store where I worked. Then I HAD to buy some for me. Found one piece in a thrift store the other day $4 US. Same piece sold recently for $16 US. Very much enjoy watching the two of you on your channels. Thank you.
I was wondering how long it was going to be before Alex couldn't resist on getting his hands in the box. I was really enjoying Melissa taking things out
Ya..that was cute! Both of them are so endearing!
I think it is the man-explain thing. If he could hold back and let her look and visualize what she might or might not use it for. I think we might get a few laughs .
There were so many beautiful items in this lot. The owner must have treasured each piece. I loved the tea cups and saucers. Thank you for showing all these wonderful items.
Those are the boxes that just kept giving. Wow!
Email or call the store.
Love the Featherweight sewing machine. I have 3 because I collect vintage sewing machine. They are very desirable, as you have said. She should keep it for sure. Congratulations! Wahoo!