Still Life: Vintage Enamelware Kettle
I have always been a thrift store junkie. Not because I’m cheap (well, I am, actually) but because I have always been enamored with beautiful vintage stuff. I have some gorgeous pieces from my grandparents, but lately I’ve found myself on an enamelware kick. And mid century modern Scandinavian design. And turquoise and red. I saw this European country kitchen and was instantly infatuated. More like obsessed. I want that kitchen. Bad.
The history of this kettle is a little interesting – it was made by the Berggren company, which was started as a home based business by a woman in the early 1900’s. It grew to become an international company – I even have some company history from someone at the company who bought them out many years ago. That’s a blog post I need to get up, because there’s practically nothing about them online anywhere.
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Heather - Dollar Store Crafts
Yeah! That’s super cute! I have a Berggren mug I found at Goodwill & I love it! Oh, have you seen the cute clothes & stuff that are Bavarian-inspired at Made With Love By Hannah http://www.madewithlovebyhannah.com/ (and her blog)?
And, photography related: looks like you have a light box, but I’m hosting a light box-along at CROQzine (http://croqzine.com/?p=1286).
Heather - Dollar Store Crafts
I’m gonna use this photo in an upcoming blog post at CROQzine, too. 🙂
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Robin
Hi Wendy! I came across your blog while trying to research Berggren enamelware. I recently painted a watercolor illustration of a Berggren coffee pot that is similar to one that my grandma owned and I was trying to track down some history. Were you ever able to post about the company’s history? Just curious because trying to find information has been impossible, so I’d love to read it!
Also, your blog is gorgeous! It definitely looks like we have a shared love of all things vintage. 🙂
Cheers!
Robin