Antiquing with Deco Diva

The longest yard sale that the Diva has ever seen takes place annually on the first Thursday in August through that weekend.

630 Miles Worth of Antiques and Collectibles

For over 630 miles from Defiance, Ohio, to Gadsden, Alabama, vendors line the road. Bargain hunters can find almost anything at the many thousands of tables over that weekend. For a more manageable trip, the 257 miles along Route 127 from Lexington, Kentucky to Chattanooga, Tennessee will provide the avid collector with a wealth of choices from thousands of vendors. To spend four days along the road shopping for treasures makes for a wonderful four-day weekend. Staying at country inns or hotels and eating the local food along the way adds to the enjoyment.

Bargains Galore – Antique Chinese Jade, Betty Boop Collectibles and Other Vintage Goodies.

The Diva was able to buy an antique Chinese jade turtle, vintage cups and saucers, old movie posters, Betty Boop collectibles, silver, jewelrym crystal, books and vintage fabrics, to name a few of the many bargains I was able to find. Plan a vacation around this yard sale, and happy shopping.

Speaking of Betty Boop …

If you like Betty Boop and other entertainment memorabilia, you’ll love shopping online.  I found a fantastic Internet store called EntertainmentEarth, which has a great selection of Betty Boop merchandise, from Betty Boop figures to other affordable gifts that are under $10.  For instance, the Betty Boop “computer sitter” is a cute gift that any fan of Betty Boop will love … and it will hardly put a dent in your pocketbook, considering today’s cool economic climate.

Betty Boop 18-Inch Action Figure Before Marilyn Monroe and Madonna, Betty booped and wriggled her way into hearts worldwide with her unique mix of wide-eyed innocence and powerful cartoon sensuality. If watching Betty on the big screen was not enough, she now can be yours with this 18-inch tall action figure with base and sound. The figure features Betty clad in a black dress and wondering, about you! The display base features her name and a large lipstick kiss mark.she now can be yours with this 18-inch tall action figure with base and sound. The figure features Betty clad in a black dress and wondering, about you! The display base features her name and a large lipstick kiss mark.

Betty Boop Computer Sitter Bobble Head While you’re bopping away on your keyboard, this Boop will be watching your every keystroke! This PVC bobble head of Betty Boop sits atop your computer monitor in her trademark red dress along with her little firend, Pudgy. This item makes a great gift for fans of Betty Boop!

EntertainmentEarth.com has an outstanding selection of collectibles, from tricorders that will delight your favorite Star Trek Fan, Mr. Potato Head merchandise, “I Love Lucy” memorabilia and contemporary gifts such as Obama bobble heads.