Victoria's Purrrrfect Treasures: Displaying Your Vintage Stick Pins

I love collecting vintage stick pins. These charming treasures are fun to collect. They do not require a lot of space to store. I have purchased many lovely pins on-line or in Antique & Collectible Stores over the years. I find it a real challenge to come up with new ideas on how to display my treasures.

Over the years I have incorporated a few unique and inexpensive ways to display these little works of art. Here are just a few.

Pillows, pillows and more pillows! Simply a wonderful way you can display your pins. I often find unique pillows at the Dollar Store, Bridal Shops, Craft Stores to name a few.

Votive Candle Holders works well. There are so many different types to choose from. I love the clear crystal or glass ones as they show your stick pins well from top to bottom.

Vintage salt & pepper shakers are a very good way to store and display numerous stick pins. I am always excited to find unique hand painted sets or figural sets. Its fun to match the era of your sets to your stick pins.

Egg Cups also works well. I love placing my character stick pins inside character egg cups. If you have a few cat stick pins look for cat egg cups. Deco Stick pins display well in Deco style egg cups etc.

Shot glasses are also a fun way to display. Since there are so many styles I am sure you will be able to spot a few that will work for you. I love to use the colorful etched 50's shot glasses. I place them on my window sill in my sewing room for a cheerful view.

Tooth Pick Holders are a very inexpensive way to display. I often find reasonably priced tooth pick holders at Flea Markets and Second Hand Stores. The variety is endless. My favorite display includes a vintage 60’s wooden figural giraffe which was originally a cocktail toothpick holder.

Decorative vintage frames work well. I love to hunt for frames. Simply remove the glass and place a pretty fabric over the easel mount. Then you can easily stick your pins into the material in any fashion that appeals to you and Voila! What a lovely way to display your collection perhaps on your favorite table.

Did I mention Pin Cushions? Just a perfect way to display your treasures!!!

Well I am off to the Antique Mall and did I mention??? I am wearing my Fabulous Black Felt Hat today. Oh, yes you guessed it right my hat is loaded with unique stick pins!! I just know I will receive a few comments and questions regarding my unique pins. What a lovely way to meet people!!!!

Happy Collecting :)

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