Monday, January 21, 2013

Collection 18: Chalk Carnival Prizes!


It's time for another collection post! I've been wanting to do this one forever, I just hadn't taken the time to photograph it! This is one of those that I started accidentally. I picked up one here and there and suddenly it was a collection! These little statues were given out as carnival prizes, starting in the great depression through the 1950's. There are some from the 1800's too, but those are usually actaully meant to be art. But I love these guys, and especially how the colors age. Here is my little collection:
Of course dogs make up the majority of my collection. That teeny poodle one is from the world's longest yard sale and the guy in the hat was from the Nashville Flea. A guy walking by was INDIGNANT when he heard the price the guy selling it asked. He said "Well if you are just going to GIVE it away!" Haha. 
So sweet. I love his expression. 
A little Pekinese. 
I found this collie like dog recently. I really like the blue bow, and her eyes are silver and at first I thought they were jewels! If only. 
Other than dogs, I have a few squirrels. I don't smoke but I couldn't resist this squirrel ash tray. 
And last but not least, this big red squirrel started it all! We bought this on a little birthday antiquing trip a few years ago. He is about a food and a half tall and lives on our refrigerator.
This is one of those thing I collect that I don't seek out actively, but I pick up any cute ones I see if the price is right. I've never paid more than a few dollars for them. I really don't see carnival chalk stuff that often, but they seem really plentiful in Kentucky. 

15 comments:

  1. I love the little white looking pug


    urban hounds

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  2. A fantastic looking collection as always, Rae! That squirrel & that little dog in the hat just melt me. You have impeccable taste, though I'm sure you know that.

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    1. than you! you are too kind. i have to share my loves on the internet because most of the people i know "irl" think i'm pretty tacky. haha!

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  3. I love carnival chalkware. I have a few pieces that I love and am always on the lookout for more! Mine collection started with a little flea market dog; I usually look for western/cowboy themed stuff or female figures. I don't think I'll ever be able to kick the hoarder instinct....

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    1. i never see people! i need a pretty lady to put on my dresser.

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  4. I love love love this post! I have started a few accidental collections. I have a bunch of squirrels, dr. pepper antiques, and tons of cookware with the same 1970s pattern.

    I definitely love the squirrel and the pug looking dog! I have two real life puggies at home :) excited to have stumbled upon your blog! new follower!

    Saralyn

    www.studiomaisonblog.us

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    1. thank you! i would love to see your squirrel collection! and your pugs! i'm following you back!

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  5. They're really unique - the squirrel is my favorite!

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    1. isn't he cute? i love seeing him every morning when i get breakfast ready.

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  6. Great collection! I especially love that giant squirrel. : D

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  7. Another sweet collection! You inspired me with your Dream Pet collection so now I'm on a hunt for a reindeer one!

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  8. I l-o-o-o-ve these! Your refrigerator squirrel may be my favorite.

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  9. So cute! I have a chalkware rooster in my booth that I really wish I could keep. Also, I've written down the recipe you posted for the brussel sprout sweet potato chili...I don't like brussel sprouts OR sweet potatoes but I love chipotles and I love chili. So, I'm intrigued and I'm going to give it a try.

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  10. That little Pekinese is so adorable! My friend, Heidi, just recommended you blog and I am seriously loving it!

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  11. I like the weird red squirrel :)

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