Category Archives: Video Blog

An “Only-In-America” Kind of Restaurant

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Gina

  The Bubble Room is Florida’s most outrageously kitschy restaurant.  Located on Captiva Island, an “Old Florida“ destination, the restaurant’s decor is unique where Christmas decorations, a toy train running through the dining room and memorabilia from the 1930s-1950s are all … Continue reading →

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My American Hometown Shoe Store

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Gina

This is the first installment in a series about the people, places & things from my recent trip to America… In just about every small town in America, there’s a little shoe store that carries quality brands for local customers. … Continue reading →

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Are Swedish Things Really In The Preppy Handbook?

Posted on November 5, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog Thank you SWEDEN for contributing to the American preppy style! Further Reading: The Official Preppy Handbook True Prep Take Ivy The Ivy Look: Classic American Clothing – An Illustrated Pocket Guide Style and the Man

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Vintage Enamel Flower Pins

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog Further Reading: Sarah Coventry Jewelry (Schiffer Book for Collectors) Fine Fashion Jewelry from Sarah Coventry (Schiffer Book for Collectors) Identifying Avon Jewelry Avon Collectible Fashion Jewelry and Awards (Schiffer Book for Collectors) Costume Jewelry Identification and Price … Continue reading →

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AMERICANA Is On The Road In The U.S.A.

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Gina

AMERICANA is taking a trip to our homeland of the U.S.A! During our visit, we’ll be going to uniquely American places, meeting interesting people & filming loads of these things for our blog. So stay tuned & we promise to … Continue reading →

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The Pendleton Board Shirt

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog A little history about this classic American shirt & its connection to The Beach Boys. Further Reading: Chihuly’s Pendletons and Their Influence on His Work Pendleton Round-Up at 100: Oregon’s Legendary Rodeo The Beach Boys: The Definitive … Continue reading →

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Boy Scouts of America Shirt

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog Further Reading: Boy Scouts of America: A Centennial History Boy Scouts of America: The Official Handbook for Boys Boy Scouts Handbook the First Edition, 1911

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The Ohio Park Ranger’s Uniform Shirt

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog Buckeyes, anyone?!

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The Hawaiian Bowling Shirt

Posted on September 15, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog Interested in acquiring the Hawaiian Bowling Shirt for your personal collection? Then come see us at these events. Add to: Facebook | Digg | Del.icio.us | Stumbleupon | Reddit | Blinklist | Twitter | Technorati | Yahoo … Continue reading →

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Future Farmers of America Jacket

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Gina

Americana’s Video Blog Interested in Americana’s Future Farmers of America Jackets? Then visit Americana at These Events. Add to: Facebook | Digg | Del.icio.us | Stumbleupon | Reddit | Blinklist | Twitter | Technorati | Yahoo Buzz | Newsvine

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