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In my next life, I want to be Ann-Margret. Now, please excuse me while I go out and buy a case of Canada Dry. Thanks to Bob & Dusty’s Whirl-A-Go-Go for spotting this wonderful commercial.
I have been working on retro laminates lately – and originally thought there were only these big five: Wilsonart, Formica, Pionite, Nevamar and Arborite. But – I’ve now discovered a 6th company – Arpa USA. They have a terrific-looking portfolio — of solids, in particular. Some of the greens come darn close to that famous [...]
I spotted this vintage salesman’s sample showing different styles of metal edging for a kitchen countertop, and it reminded me that I wanted to do a story showcasing some other varieties beyond the stainless steel edging that I used for my kitchen. First off, thanks to Hard to Find House Parts for letting me share [...]
I have been on a tear, of late, researching laminates. Considering how Greige and Granite-y 99% of what’s out there is, I want to provide Retro Renovators with the broadest researched selection possible of designs that have a more historical, retro appeal. After I learned that Formica’s butcher block laminate has been in production since [...]
Update: Almost all of these designs are now discontinued. See my up-to-date stories on all retro laminates here: Kitchen/Countertops Category. UPDATE (Oct 2011): Click over to –> this story to get an update on all three sources for boomerang laminate. The countertops I removed from the two vanities in my 1951 bathrooms were [...]
Cracked ice laminate seems to have been a very popular choice for vintage dinette table tops, and I hear from readers fairly often asking where they can find it for kitchen counters. Crackle ice laminate is still available from a number of sources online. Like the other special-order boomerang laminates available, these crackle ice laminates [...]
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Love the hair! Love the first little dress with the puffed sleeves!
Groovy! I love it! I love the fashions from that period, and the hair and makeup!
I live in metro Detroit and across the Detroit River is Windsor (Canada). My favorite billboard mounted on the Canadian side of the river is “Drink Canada Dry.” LOL
So wonderfully mod! Wonder if this was around the same time as her appearance in Tommy.
I didn’t know about the Canada Dry Orange and Grape, but I do remember Wink.
That had to be circa 1967-68. I recognize some of the clothing styles from my old Seventeen mags.
Bob and I have Donna Lethal via her blog, Lethal Dose, to thank. I dunno, I saw this commercial and haven’t stopped dancing since!
Just love Ann-Margaret! Great commercial with the clothes, hair, and attitude. Just groovy!!!!