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Halloween Roundup: A Collection of Vintage Halloween Ads, Photos & More – Part 2

Halloween the vintage roundup by the vintage inn blog

Last year I created a blog post entitled ‘Halloween-The Vintage Roundup Party‘ which was a mishmash of Halloween “Things” to get you in the spirit of the day. I had so much fun with this post that I decided to do a round 2 with even more cool Halloween items.

Let the Halloween Roundup Party (Part 2) begin….again!

(Updated Oct 2023)

1920s vintage postcard for Halloween Greetings featuring a witch ringing a bell.
Source: Etsy

A Collection of Vintage Halloween Ads, Photos & More


Disclosure: Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. 

NOTE: If you click on any of the items featured below and they are not available, don’t fret! Hit the search button and see what else is on the websites. There are 1000’s and 1000’s of items being listed daily.


Pinup Witch Hex Halloween T-Shirt from Mischief Made Me. Make sure you check out their Etsy page for way more cool vintage halloween style clothing & items.

pinup witch with black cat and pumpkins. A halloween retro t-shirt.

Source: Etsy

Vamp The “Enticer” Soda Labels (1930s) for all the vampire lovers out there.

1930s vintage soda pop labels with a halloween / vampire theme.
Source: Etsy

1950s inspired white lucite cresent moon bat earrings by GlitzOmatic. So fun! (See their collection of cool Halloween Jewelry available for purchase).

1950s white lucite cresent moon bat earrings glitzomatic halloween

Source: Etsy

In need of a really cool Art Deco Vintage Halloween Piece? Then you’re in luck with this adorable Die Cut blonde Flapper in a clown costume.

Art Deco / 1920s Halloween Flapper Die Cut Vintage Halloween Decor
Source: Etsy

Harlequin Clowns were very popular in the 1920’s as seen in this vintage photo (I’m going to assume Halloween due to most of the group being dressed up).

Further Reading: Vintage Halloween Photos 1920s-1960s

1920s vintage photo of people dressed up for a Halloween party or costume party featuring Harlequin Clowns costumes.
Source: Etsy

Vintage 1950s Scarecrow novelty print Halloween shirt. Very cool!

Vintage 1950s Scarecrow Novelty Print Halloween Shirt

Source: Etsy

1950s vintage halloween ghost 7up store display.

1950s Vintage Halloween Ghost JOL 7up Store Display

Source: Etsy

I hate spiders but I just might consider buying this vintage spider brooch (with a Bakelite body) because it’s just looks really fun for a creepy spider brooch.

Vintage Bakelite Spider Brooch perfect for Halloween
Source: Etsy

By far one of the coolest vintage items I have come across for this post, is this 1925 Dennison’s Bogie Book. A book of Suggestions for Decorating and Entertaining at Hallowe’en, Harvest Time and Thanksgiving. This book would be a goldmine of amazing ideas to host a truly authentic 1920’s party.

1925 Dennison's Bogie Book. A book of Suggestions for Decorating and Entertaining at Hallowe'en, Harvest Time and Thanksgiving.
Source: Etsy
1925 Dennison's Bogie Book. A book of Suggestions for Decorating and Entertaining at Hallowe'en, Harvest Time and Thanksgiving.
Source: Etsy

If your more of 1950’s guy or gal then this nifty little Pack-O-Fun craft book filled with lots of Halloween costume and craft ideas is perfect for you.

1950s Pack O Fun craft book
Source: Etsy
1950s Pack O Fun craft book
Source: Etsy

1950’s Halloween Cupcake Toppers – Cats, Witches and Pumpkin men.

1950's Halloween Cupcake Toppers - Cats, Witches and Pumpkin men.
Source: Etsy

Bring 1920’s Halloween decor into your home with this antique box depicting a costume masquerade ball. According to the Etsy Vendor the name on the box in Russian means “Theatre Cape”. Hmmmm I wonder what that looked like?

Vintage 1920s Halloween Box depicting a costume masquerade ball
Source: Etsy

Scare the ghosts and vampires away with this 1920’s Halloween Noise Shaker.

 1920's Halloween Noise Shaker.
Source: Etsy

Need a Halloween costume for next year (never too late to start planning)? Then pickup these adorable vintage 1950’s cat ears. Add a black dress and a tail and then you are done. You can thank me later 🙂

Note: They are no longer available but it’s super inspiration for a Halloween costume.

1950s cat ear rhinestone headband vintage
Source: Etsy

And we are done for another year. Hope you enjoyed this vintage Halloween roundup and I hope that your Halloween weekend (and day) will be filled with spooky fun. I will be attending 2 Halloween parties and then going out with a friend and her wee one, so make sure you follow me on Instagram to see all the fun I will be posting.

Question time: Do you have a favorite vintage Halloween item that you like to put out every year or maybe even wear? If so then please share.

Further Reading: Collection of Vintage Halloween Blog Posts

Liz

Everyone Loves a Scottie Dog, Especially the Vintage Community!

Every since I found my wedding shoes from Irregular Choice with a cute adorable Scottie Dog on them (see below), I have been obsessed with collecting vintage items with this dog on it. I also realize that I’m not the only one who loves the Scottie as many ladies (and gents) in the vintage community I know enjoy collecting them as well.

For today’s post I would like to talk a bit about why the Scottie dog is popular, showcase some fun vintage photos and vintage items that showoff that love.

Let’s begin!


Some of the links on my blog from Etsy , eBay, are Affiliate Links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. 


My shoes and Vintage Brooch Bouquet from my 2012 vintage wedding.

Irregular Choice shoes Scottie Dog

Also my recent vintage purchase just came in the mail, a Celluloid 1940s Scottie Dog pin. Love Love Love! Can’t wait to wear them.

1940s vintage brooch:  Celluloid 1940s Scottie Dog pin
Source: Etsy-Bits of Bakelite

The Scottie Dog – Vintage Photos & Vintage Items

Mini History Lesson of the Scottie Dog1930s Popularity

During the 1930s it seemed like everyone from Movie Stars to Presidents wanted to own this dog and they did!

Owners included (but not limited to):

President Franklin Delanor Roosevelt was a famous Scottie enthusiast, and was known for taking his Scottie dog “Fala” with him almost everywhere he went.

Vintage photo of President Franklin Delanor Roosevelt. He was a famous Scottie enthusiast, and was known for taking his Scottie dog "Fala" with him almost everywhere he went.

Bettie Davis and her Scottie.

Further Reading: Vintage Photo Tuesday: Pets & Their Owners

Vintage Photo Bettie Davis with her Scottie Dog.

Humphrey Bogart and his dog “Sluggy”

Vintage Photo of Humphrey Bogart and his scottie dog

Even the famous “Memphis Belle” had a Scottie Dog as a Mascot-Stuka

Vintage photo of the famous airplane, Memphis Belle with their Scottie Dog Mascot
Source: modernscottiedog.com

Having such an illustrious owners did much for the Scotties PR and the dog’s popularity was capitalised on by contemporary designers and advertisers of the period.

Wonderful Vintage Jewelry Examples:

Bakelite Scottie Dog brooch from the 1930-40s in an Ice tea/Apple Juice color-Pretty!

Scottie dog brooches were produced in bakelite, marcasite, gold, enamel and metal (Source).

Vintage Jewelry: 1930s 1940s Scottie Dog Bakelite brooch
Source: Etsy-Lucky Patina

1940’s oval brooch with two Iconic Scottie dogs in black and red bakelite.

Vintage Jewelry: 1940s oval brooch with two Iconic Scottie dogs in black and red bakelite.

Source: Etsy

Three Scotties carved out of dark red Bakelite-How cute are they?? THREE of them!

Vintage Jewerlry: Scottie Dog Bakelite Brooch
Source: Etsy-OldObscenities

Art deco era Scottie brooch of sterling and marcasite.

Vintage Jewelry: Art deco era Scottie brooch of sterling and marcasite.
Source:Etsy-SararaVintage

After a slight dip in popularity, the late 1950s saw the Scottie Dog become in vogue again! and could be seen once again on many different items from jewelry to shot glasses.

Like this adorable Paper Towel from the 1950’s.

1950s Scottie dog towel
Source: Etsy-grandmothersattic

This adorable little Scottie dog barrette dates to the 1950s or slightly earlier. It is made of a celluloid-like molded plastic with a painted eye.

1950s Vintage Jewelry: Scottie Dog Barrette, TILCO, ca. 1950s

Source: Etsy

Vintage Chalkware Scottish Terrier Wall Plaques – Mid Century.

Vintage Chalkware Scottish Terrier Wall Plaques - Mid Century Scottie Dog Hangings

Source: Etsy

Buttons! Tiny Scottie dog plastic button from the 1950s. Cute and charming blue dog with pink bow realistic button.

Further Reading: Vintage Buttons-The Little Beauties of the Clothing World

Tiny Scottie dog plastic button from the 50´s. Cute and charming blue dog with pink bow realistic button.

Source: Etsy

Do you have a child in your life? Why not suit them up in this vintage 1940s/ 1950s novelty Scottie Dog plaid cardigan.

Vintage 1940s / 1950s Novelty Scottie Dog Plaid Wool Cardigan for a kid.

Source: Etsy

Need some vintage 1950s coasters for your bar? I kind of think I might need to buy this for my husband as he is Scottish and has been known to drink a scotch & soda a time or two.

1950s metal coasters with scottie dogs
Source: For sale Etsy-BogieBacallVintage

How about a lovely 1950s shot glass to go on those coasters?

1950s vintage shot glass with scottie dogs
Source: Etsy-My Retro Charm

1950s/ 1960s Vintage Scottie Dog Bookends (wood). So cute!

French vintage wooden BOOKENDS representing 2 cute small scottie dogs from the 1950s / 1960s

Source: Etsy

Looking for a 1950s vintage planter for your home? This guy will do I think.

1950s Scottie Dog vintage planter
Source: Etsy-candyzown

If you are a knitter (not me..oh that is so not me) you can purchase this adorable 1950s sweater and cap pattern for a little boy or girl in your life. I want it for me!

1950s vintage knitting pattern for boys or girls featuring a cap and sweater with scottie dogs on them.
Source: Etsy-Knittingknitch

Now on a last fun note..did you know that in the game of monopoly the Scottie Dog game piece (introduced in the 1950s) is the most popular piece of all time? See everyone loves a Scottie Dog!

Monoploy Scottie Dog figure

QUESTION TIME: Do you collect these adorable dogs for your vintage collection? If so what do you own?

Liz 🙂