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  1. MissJeanavive

    Route 66 (2012 Trip) - any one live along the route?

    Hello Fedora Lounge; I am mapping out my route 66 drive for 2012 - anyone live along or near Route 66...I am trying to time it around swing dancing evenings as well...drop me a line...and perhaps you will leave the light on for me! Cheers, Miss Jeanavive
  2. MissJeanavive

    XXXX Stetson Hat Collection and Smoke Smell removal?

    XXXX Stetson Hat Collection and Smoke Smell removal? My friend has gotten his Uncles Hat Collection 17 hats; Stetson XXXX, from fedora, to bowler hats, to cowboy. most in boxes and 7 1/4 sizing I believe. I told him this is something to celebrate for sure! Problem though; from a...
  3. MissJeanavive

    Estate Sales

    I have started to document my Estate Sale excursions....it always takes me a few days to shake off the ritual...it always makes me sad to think of the people that didn't have family who cared to save the vintage photos and other family keep-sakes...I remind myself that I am on a rescue mission...
  4. MissJeanavive

    Late 30's Boice-Crane Wood Lathe

    http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/tls/1854199592.html for those vintage machine enthusiasts! Will consider reasonable offers. Located in San Francisco, CA
  5. MissJeanavive

    Edith Shaine has passed, we have 9 days to get congress to observe Spirit of 45 Day

    Our dear friend Edith Shaine passed away (the famous Kiss Nurse). We are so very sad but we are more determined than ever to finish the work she started with us 3 years ago! She traveled and spoke tirelessly to help establish a day of remembrance for the greatest generation! We need to...
  7. MissJeanavive

    Civillian Car usage Military WWII?

    Hello, We are incorporating a 37 Buick into a military living history display and are trying to determine how to do so appropriately...we have considered applying a temp. red cross symbol but that doesn't sound appropriate in reviewing the Geneva convention, adding flags to imply a staff car...
  8. MissJeanavive

    Vintage Wedding Hair & Traditions?

    Hello, Please send me any threads that may exist regarding vintage wedding traditions and hair ideas...I did a search but couldn't find anything... Looking for 1940's bridal hair ideas for my wedding in February...thought some you may have pictures bookmarked already.... Cheers,
  9. MissJeanavive

    Southern California Re-enactors Needed - Jan 18th

    Hello All, I am looking for Southern California Re-enactors (especially from San Diego) to assist with the January 18th - National Call to Service event on the USS MIDWAY in San Diego...honoring many WWII Hero's that will be in attendance... The event itself runs fro 1:00-4:00 (with the...
  10. MissJeanavive

    Egypt WWII ?

    Hello! I am going to Egypt in December and I was hoping you all could contribute some cliff-notes about the history of Egypt during WWII / links to meaty web resources greatly appreciated. I have been doing the research on ancient but WWII is more applicable to my interests. I am going...
  11. MissJeanavive

    Modern Emergency Response Gear: Using WWII Gear

    Saturday, I graduated my Emergency Response training course thru CORE. We put out fires, did basic first aid, cribbing, AND I volunteered to be the incident commander - managing 30 people thru a earthquake re-enactment...downed power lines, fires etc. I got a lot of praise for how I handled...
  13. MissJeanavive

    Male Swing Dancers with Uniform Wanted: Paid Gig Pasadena

    Two male swing dancers needed with military uniform for WWII film; starting Tuesday in Pasadena, CA - Paid Gig. Call Chris ISM Films. 949-903-9822 Cheers,
  14. MissJeanavive

    Vintage Vanities: a girl's dream

    I have wanted a Vanity since I was a little girl...so for my Birthday gift for myself I purchased one...the Sara Vanity! I am loving it. Craigslist, $85, delivered same day from Sonoma - thanks Sara for the inspiration.
  15. MissJeanavive

    Moth Repair & Roll Collar Care

    Hello, I did a quick search but didn't see a thread about repairing moth holes in WWII Tunics...they are small but I notice them and one is near the placement of the insignia's. For other clothes I have used matching thread, fabric glue or iron on patches from behind but since it has taken...
  16. MissJeanavive

    Armageddon..."There is Still Time"

    This week on History Channel is Armageddon Week; perhaps it would be more correct to call it 'Our Future?'. Last night I started watching the episode 'Nostradamus: 2012' and had to tape the rest. He supposedly predicted WWI WWII and they point out as a people that 'we have a choice' and there is...
  17. MissJeanavive

    This and That from China

    I had some luck finding some 'vintage-ish' pieces when I was in China for a steal. Beaded Purses and Fabric from Shanghai. Found a huge 5 floor wholesale market where people buy everything needed in bulk to make clothing. It was amazing! I bought buttons, fabric for 30's accessories, and...
  19. MissJeanavive

    Los Angeles: Studio Antiques - pay my friends a visit and say hello

    Hello All, I am not sure if this is the right place to post this info but I would love it if you would pay a visit to my dear friends Sally and Laurence. I met this couple at the Queen Mary Art Deco event, they had a booth and they totally adopted me...please support them during this...
  20. MissJeanavive

    RIP Mothers Cookies: 1914-2008

    This news is as old as October but I just met a man who shared the story that 6-weeks ago he came back from vacation and had no job because 'Mothers Cookies' shut down. Yes, that's right that means No More 'Circus Animals' this made me sad. I can't think of the last time I had the little...
  21. MissJeanavive

    1949, Burbank Theatre - help bring it back.

    1949, Burbank Theatre - help bring it back. THE HISTORY This Theatre has some interesting history use to be used for adult movies in the 70's and had a bit of a reputation. Prior to that: "The Burbank Theatre opened in 1949, it was designed by the firm Cantin and Cantin of San...
  22. MissJeanavive

    WANTED - Bay Area: a real WOOD book case?!

    WANTED: a real book case?! I have spent days trying to find a real dark wood book case. I went to Urban Ore, GoodWill, etc. and scoured Craigslist. I don't want pine, I don't want IKEA...just simply a 3-4 shelf dark wood book case with character..book shelves are either treasures that no...

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