Adorable Keepsakes

Hummel figurines come from religious background

By Corbin Crable

You might know someone who collects Hummel figurines – those figurines of cherubic children at play or dutifully marching off to school, satchel in hand. Or perhaps you’re a collector yourself, boasting a sizable group of figurines displayed prominently in an antique cabinet or on a bookshelf or table. You’re certainly not alone; those precious porcelain treasures have enjoyed a cultlike following for decades.…

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Making Valentine’s Day extra sweet

by Corbin Crable

Here at Discover Vintage America, we’ve covered the history of Valentine’s Day, the history of Valentine’s Day cards, and even the story of how those chalk-like candy conversation hearts became synonymous with the holiday. But let’s be honest – the real star of the show every Valentine’s Day is chocolate!

One box for sweets…

Although Valentine’s Day was first observed as a romantic holiday in the late 14th century, chocolate was scarce in Europe, …