Thrifting is an economical way to find vintage and rare products, like tinware. These metal items are typically made of tinplate, a combination of steel and tin. While first appearing as early as the ...

Got an old glass jar? Pair it with a thrifted antique tin and some flowers to create a quirky yet functional display piece ...

Although multiple types of vintage tins exist that can have significant value today, from cracker tins to ones storing medicine to motor oil, the vintage tobacco tin can be especially valuable.

I love the artistry in the round tin in my photo this week. The name of the tin is called “The Snowbird,” and it was made by Tindeco. Tindeco’s actual name is the Tin Decorating Company of Baltimore.

Who among us can remember playing in grandma’s old button box, the one with the lady on the front holding a fruitcake? Or how about reaching into the saltine-cracker tin for a snack, then using the ...

Daniel Weiss built a collection of tins with lard, tobacco, tennis balls, razors — you name it, it’s for sale in Mountlake Terrace. MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Daniel Weiss is sure there is someone out there ...

John K. Brater” Vintage little tins like this one I am writing about today reminds us of how many different medical tins and all other kinds of tins are out there to collect and find and add to your ...

Jenn Rigard has always liked the idea of repurposing, of taking something old and giving it new life. She lights up when she can see traces of an original piece in its updated form and her Vintage ...

Some folks are cashing in on their chips. Vintage cans for Husman’s Potato Chips are hot commodities since the manufacturer announced last week that the popular Cincinnati snack brand will soon ...

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minnesota — Alysha Boie has always considered herself a maker. Growing up, she loved drawing and making friendship bracelets. In college, she turned to candle making, knitting and ...