25 vintage deals under $100 for April 2014

Last month saw the introduction of a delightful new post series, 25 vintage deals under $100, here on Chronically Vintage. I'm pleased to say that many of you were fired up about the idea and that it proved to be a winning success all around. I'm thrilled about that and to know that a lot of you are as keen to find great online vintage deals (they still exist out there, I promise you) as I am.

Many of us in North America are either still in the midst of, or have recently done, our taxes. Not a fun time in the slightest, but a must for adults everywhere, unfortunately. As such, chances are you're really on the prowl for spiffy bargains at the moment and will enjoy this month's selection of twenty-five well priced vintage and vintage appropriate finds all the more because of it (and should you happen to be one of the lucky souls who got a return, instead of having to pay, perhaps you'll be keen to treat yourself to a little something extra special without breaking the bank and this post can definitely be of assistance to you there as well).

No matter how this year's taxes played out for you though, it never hurts to save a few dollars (or more!) wherever you can and as that is one of the key aims of this series, I look forward to bringing you new editions all throughout the year.

As I type this introduction, having diligently sourced the items for the body of post over the past few days, the very first sparks of morning light are flickering to life over the sand hued hills across the street. Birds are chirping like they're at a choir rehearsal, dew drops cling to the outside of the window, and my heart feels light and joyful about the fact that spring is finally here again at long last! A point which I couldn't help but celebrate with some of today's wonderfully easy on the pocketbook entries.

1.Measuring 7 x 5 inches, this incredibly lovely little c. 1920s Czechoslovakia made beaded handbag captures the spirits of both the art deco era and springtime smashingly well. $20.00 from The Old Junk Trunk.



2. Cheerful as a sunny April sky, this sweetly pretty 1970s prairie style influenced blouse features a dainty blue floral print alternating with vertical stripes, a v-necked, fold down collar, charming ruffled yoke and matching ruffled elbow length sleeves. Though from the seventies, it would be a snap to a 1940s direction as well. $15.00 from Voyeur Vintage.



3. Add a serious dose of Easter worthy charm to your springtime decor with this fabulously adorable White Hare throw pillow case (insert not included), which measures 16 x 16 inches and features a photograph of a precious vintage toy rabbit. Vintage Cuteness (whose Society6 shop is teaming with a bevy of similar kitschy, fabulously fun products).



4. Every now and then one comes across a vintage scarf that just steals your breath clean away. This immensely elegant 100% Japanese hand-rolled silk featuring a dramatic black floral print set on ombre-esque shades of blue is definitely one of those for me. This gorgeous scarf measures 34" by 34" and is available for $14.00 from Manhattan Hippy.



5. Channel the spirit of baby chicks, newly bloomed daffodils, freshly churned butter from the farm, and pastel Easter candies alike when you slip on this classic pair of yellow 1950s mid-wrist length gloves. Glove size 7. $12.00 from Parkwater Princess.



6. Searching for the perfect lightweight, wonderfully cute spring and summertime shorter length vintage skirt to wear as is or as a beach cover-up? Look no further, this lovely 1950s/60s pink cotton skirt featuring vertical lines of upbeat white rickrack is just the ticket! Fits up to a 27" waist/48" hips. $28.00 from Little Netties.



7. Darling with sundresses and lightweight cardigans all spring and summer long and then with heavier weight garments during the colder half of the year when you want to keep the spirit of a summertime garden alive in your wardrobe, these great little c. 1960s blue plastic earrings are a stylish steal at $5.00 from 4TheLoveOfVintage.



8. For the youngest fashionista in your family this spring, may I present one seriously darling 1940s mint green corduroy baby's dress that would look so incredibly lovely in your Easter photos this year. Fits approximately a six month old. $9.60 from Salvage House.



9.What better was to serve up yours or your children's hand dyed Easter eggs than in one of these fabulously cute 1940s/50s vintage chick and bunny rabbit egg cups? $25.89 for the pair from Paper Particles.



10. Just as one can never go wrong with planting roses in their garden, so too well a classic, completely lovely vintage enamel rose brooch like this sixties stunner always steer you right on the fashion front. $18.00 from Carnaby Vintage Jewels.



11. Featuring none other than British Columbia's provincial flower, this beautiful 1950s clear plastic and decorative flower handbag is about as springtime perfect as as purse could ever be. (On sale at the time of writing for) $32.99 from Charmed Kitty.



12. Sew up your own terrific late 1930s spring and summer puffy-sleeved frocks with this timelessly pretty pattern from classic brand, Hollywood Patterns. Pattern designed for a vintage size 18 (36" bust/39" hips). $14.00 from Serine 23.



13.This charming 1960s floral print dress features a colour palette that positively screams "April" to be. Earthy browns, sweet pinks, and nearly robin's egg blues all add up to a vintage frock that as upbeat and beautiful as springtime itself. Fits up to a 35" bust/27" waist. $35.00 from Jenstyle Chic Vintage.



14.Found: the absolutely, flat out most perfect vintage Easter earrings ever! $16.00 from Fuzz and Fu.



15.Whip up hats, bags, and even a snood with the help of this great vintage Smart Bags Book (No. 209), published by The Spool Cotton Company back in 1944. $6.00 from Nana's Trunk.



16. This stunning 1950s/60s coral hued celluloid rose, rhinestone and cast metal necklace is elegant, gorgeous and oh-so-girly, precisely how I like my jewelry to be! $24.00 from Elsewind Vintage Jewelry.



17. Grow your vintage Easter card collection or create an instant one in a single move with this wonderfully fun selection of 1950s cards (including two super cool pop-up ones). $12.00 for all eight cards from My Shorewood Studio.



18.If this vividly hued, wonderfully pretty 1960s two-piece skirt and matching blouse set doesn't spell springtime fashion fun - while also making for a stellar Easter Sunday ensemble - I don't know what does! Blouse fits up to a 40" bust/38" bust, skirt fits up to 29" waist. $38.00 for the set from Century Girl.



19. This gorgeous 1930s pink celluloid playing card holder (complete with vintage cards) one of those awesome vintage items that you come across that is just too gosh darn wonderful not to share with the whole world right away! $38.95 from Charmed Kitty.



20. Aurora Borealis jewelry, named after the stunning northern lights, was hugely popular during the 1950s and 60s and for good measure. As a fan and owner of some such pieces myself, I can attest to its powerful beauty and ability to compliment a wide array of outfits well. It's sparkly, attention getting and equal part fun and elegant, and this great vintage Aurora Borealis cluster brooch is no exception. $10.00 from 4TheLoveOfVintage.



21.The perfect lightweight item to tuck into a suitcase or overnight bag on your next exciting warm weather travel adventure, this immensely classic light blue 1940s skirt strikes me as one of those fabulous vintage wardrobe staples that you wonder how you ever got by with out. Fits up to a 28" waist/50" hips. $34.00 from Jenstyle Chic Vintage.



22.Watch your family (bunny) hop to the table when you put out this splendidly cute pair of vintage white Easter rabbit salt & pepper shakers, which while perfect for spring, can just as easily be used the whole year 'round, too (especially if you're a fan of bunnies, as I am). $12.02 from Paper Particles.


23. Sweet, feminine, and absolutely perfect for the warmer half of the year, this elegant blue and green floral print 1950s dress would be the perfect thing to wear to a casual springtime tea or garden party (with a pair of crochet gloves, naturally). $49.00 from True Value Vintage.





24.Gold toned metal, clear rhinestones, and lavender hued celluloid combine in this enchantingly pretty, Easter Sunday perfect 1950s necklace and jewelry set with great success. $26.00 from Vintage Fabulous.



25. Try as you may, I'd be willing to bet that you'd have a mighty hard time finding a vintage sweater that is better suited to April, Easter and spring in general than this marvelously pretty 1950s/60s flower and butterfly embroidered cardigan. Sizing info not yet stated at the time of writing. $60.00 from Vintage Bunker.

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This month, with spring finally (hurrah!) underway again, and the weather belly flopping between exhilaratingly sunny and threatening-to-cause-a-minor-flood-at-any-moment rainy on a nearly daily basis, our thoughts are starting to shift once more (or on a grander scale at least) to the world outdoors, the season's first produce crops, and that the marvelous moment - usually sometime in mid to late May - when the rain is behind us once more and it's clear sailing on the weather front all summer long.

I know that in last month's initial post in this series, I said that I wasn't necessarily going to assign themes to each the way I tend to with, for example, Vintage Fashionista Friday posts, and that's true. I'm not saying there has to be a theme at work each month, but sometimes it does serve a post of this nature better to have one or more common threads running through it.

Thus, as mentioned before I launched into the selection of products featured here, many of the wallet friendly buys in today's post channel the spirit of springtime, Easter, and some of the many unendingly marvelous elements of this season that are well worth celebrating. What can I say, I'm a theme (and coordinating colour palette) driven gal who loves a well curated collection of related items! :)

Happy bargain shopping, my dears - and many wishes for an absolutely lovely first Sunday of April!