Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. The words, words about love, poems about change, positive quotes, motivational quotes, inspirational quotes, favorite quotes, best quotes, now quotes. I came across this old autograph book from the early 1940s in a desk drawer the other day. Autograph book circa 1975 from the mixed up bloggings of annie. Vintage autograph books earlier this week some of you saw my great great aunt emmas autograph book. One could readily find quips and poems in magazines like godeys ladys books. Small pieces of paper and cards have lesser value than important documents, rare photos, and garments. To those who say, but times are different now, i reply that statistically. Autograph books with funny quotes of friends and family from the 1950s and 1960s. Youll get references on autographing your book or, even better, autograph books, but not much about what people actually write.
The front of the brown fake leather cover has already come off, but the autographs, many in now faded pencil have lasted. They were customarily filled with rhymes and memorable sayings, each signer choosing a page and trying to come up with a poem that no one else had used. Thats why they so often stay with us well into adulthood. Popular slang words from the 1950s best, greatest of. The sayings are pretty universal but the drawings are amazing.
I am sharing some of my autographs from the 1950s and 1960s. There are lots of little notebooks out there to buy that would have worked for the party, but i wanted to make them. In this book she might have messages or short sayings and often they would be from friends. Decades old autograph books filled with charming verses lead a couple on an adventure to return the treasures to their owner. Explore our collection of motivational and famous quotes by authors you know and love.
Many of us also had a cloth autograph dog that friends wrote on, that was intended to sit on your bed. Im compiling a list of popular bon mots of the kind that are usually written in yearbooks, memory books, autograph books, etc. Yearbook quote ideas leavers books yearbook specialists. At last youll be getting to do what so many aspiring authors dream of from the first time they. So many entries from her family members with sweet sayings. Its funny, because i was never big into autographs as a kid. Think of me when you are happy keep for me one little spot. Rockabilly quotes and retro phrases of the 1950s cats. Once college kids know that high school kids are using a term, it becomes passe. Mickey mouse will forever capture the hearts of children of all ages. The sixties like any other decade had its own unique problems, concerns and good times. Readers appreciate the personal connection with favorite fiction and nonfiction writers. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
I love the smell of old books, mandy sighed, inhaling deeply with the book pressed against her face. A pair of jeans with rolled cuffs, striped shirt, black boots, chain wallet and of course the classic. When it comes to mens fashion, rockabilly or greaser style is about as classic cool as it gets. And like any other decade it had its own lingo and cultural slang. For me, the best part of a childrens book are the memorable quotes that encapsulate an entire book in a sentence or two.
Aug 9, 2015 autograph books can bring back many memories when reading in later years. Apr 02, 2019 determining what to write in a yearbook is often times harder than imagined. A thoughtful yearbook message will add to how your peers will remember you years down the road. Their modern derivations include yearbooks, friendship books, and guest books. Seusss best quotes not just the funniest or most creative onesbut those quotes that stick with you, and maybe give you a bit of advice that kids and adults should take to heart. Not only does this autograph book serve as a time capsule, containing autographs from some of australias most prolific film and radio personalities, but it beautifully captures the story of a young fan during the heyday of australian radio productions in the 1950s.
Vintage autograph books i love looking through old autograph books and wondering about the lives of the people who wrote in them. Books are becoming more and more popular as shower gifts. I used to have one, too, but ive moved several times and that hasnt turned up yet. Vintage quotes 35 quotes meet your next favorite book. What to write in a baby shower book baby shower easy. I treasure my grandmothers 1935 autograph book from when she was 10 years old. I am so lucky not only to have hers, but my great grandmothers and. Vernon museum finds autograph book full of history. The yellow pages smelled of wood and paper mills and mothballs. Things that are typically written by adolescents and teenagers to their friends and classmates. Every era has its own unique charm that sets it apart. Han virkede som sadan en sod, gammel gentleman, sa jeg t.
Mickey autograph book black and red duct tape and large white or yellow buttons. I hope you like these quotes about 1950s from the collection at life quotes and sayings. For this party, i decided that signing autograph books would be a perfect 1930. When this you see, remember me an autograph book from nineteenthcentury texas. Old sayings and rhymes from the 1940s mama lisas blog.
Verses gleaned from 19th century autograph books when the golden sun is setting and your mind from care is free when of others you are thinking will you sometimes think of me. Small, intricate watercolours, original musical compositions, famous quotes and declarations of affection dot the pages. Mar 03, 2020 a common practice in the 1950s was, especially for girls, to carry an autograph book. My dad wrote what i consider a classic line in an autograph book that was my mothers when she was in high school. I hope you like these quotes about autograph from the collection at life quotes and sayings. In the case of autograph books, a broad assortment of pithy sayings and poorly executed poetry developed into a whole industry. Study the autograph s condition, and verify its authenticity by paying a professional to evaluate and vouch for it. Rockabilly quotes and retro phrases of the 1950 s rockabilly can refer to a musical style as well as a fashion sense. It seems like ive been writing a lot about book signings lately, most likely because my mini book tour has made me think about events more.
When i turned 50, my father gave me his mothers autograph book, which is dated 1927 42 years before i had christened mine. May these quotes about autograph inspire and motivate you. Thanks for commenting on this old autograph book of mine from the 1950s. A book is a magic carpet that flies you off somewhere. This makes more and more sense as family and friends move all over the world. Weve pulled references from literature, film and history in order to compile a list of amazing ideas for yearbook quotes perfect for any yearbook. May 05, 2014 i came across this old autograph book from the early 1940s in a desk drawer the other day. So, youve selfpublished a book, organised a launch event and done everything on your list to prepare for the big day. The only player who i ever wanted an autograph from was dave winfield. These quotes are short enough to include as part of a baby shower book inscription, and speak to the power of reading, imagination, and adventurefitting for welcoming a little bookworm into the world. The difference between a signature and an autograph is that the second one has higher face value on a plain paper than the first one even on a cheque. You asked for something original, i scarcely know where to begin. Autograph books with funny quotes of friends and family. Social unrest, an unpopular war, civil rights abuses, growing drug usage and a general distrust of government provided plenty to draw from for 1960s slang lingo.
The lovely calligraphy is also a draw for those of us who collection these charming bits of history. Childhood memories return with longlost autograph books. On top of evolving fashion, technology, and aspects of everyday life, even the words we use to communicate transform over time. Mar 02, 2012 gabric believes the autograph books were sold by mistake about 10 years ago at an auction. They said it every gun that is made, every warship launched, every rocket fired signifies, in. Autograph book with urn and drapery design cover, susan frances stahl, 1883. Things that are typically written by adolescents and teenagers to.
When this you see, remember me an autograph book from. Even though theres no exact protocol for signing books, you want your greeting and autograph to mean something. Autograph books with funny quotes of friends and family from the 1950s and 1960s autograph books can bring back many memories when reading in later years. Autograph books can bring back many memories when reading in later years. The sixties, with its drug and protest culture to draw from, would be slang heaven. Let these funny autograph quotes from my large collection of funny quotes about life add a little humor to your day. As an author, autographing your books is a valuable part of building customer relations. Whether youre looking for a funny, inspirational or motivational yearbook quote, im certain theres one for you here.
Traditionally they were exchanged among friends, colleagues, and classmates to fill with poems, drawings, personal messages, small pieces of verse, and other mementos. I grew up in arizona in the 1950s and 1960s, and i remember many of us had autograph books that had a gal wearing capris and a ponytail hairdo on the front. By the 1950s autograph albums witnessed a dramatic change. Too often, at regular book signings, i meet readers who have traveled six or eight hours to see me, and im unable to spend more than a few short minutes chatting with them as i sign books.
Reading messages like, may your voyage through life be as happy and free as the dancing waves on the deep blue sea always makes me curious about how things turned out for the hopeful young owner of the book. From friends and family, autographs, rhymes and sayings fill these little books and reflect the times from which they came. Thanks for commenting on this old autograph book of mine from the 1950 s. Funny autograph quotes funny quotes about autograph. Personally, i have fond memories of playing on slippery rocks on the banks of a rushing river as a child and hitchhiking in college. One of these was autograph books, so i gave my main character one for her birthday. Autograph quotes and sayings quotes about autograph. Subscribe wise sayings often fall on barren ground, but a kind word is never thrown away. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Autograph books with funny quotes of friends and family from.
Mickey autograph book to make for my next disneyland trip. Roll by alan lomax, drawings by david stone martin, published by duell, sloan and pearce, new york published in 1950 and is a first edition. These remarkable slogans are followed by the greatest bookstore names of alltime and a special post on how to write a catchy slogan that brings in more customers a great eye for good books. And seniors dont want to sound like freshman and so forth. How to write a meaningful cover note in a baby shower book gift. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. An autograph book is a book for collecting the autographs of others. I recently ran across my autographs book, which was popular in the 1950s.
Posted by mamas empty nest in memories, nostalgia and tagged with autograph books. Childhood memories return with longlost autograph books the. When the golden sun is setting and the birds are flitting free when of dear ones you are thinking wont you sometimes think of me. You are welcome to quiz it, the penalty is, you add your own auto for others to quiz. Allow me to share a few ditties from my grandmothers crackled pages. I know where he poems came fromthe books were equipped with a card with these sayings i can tell you that i have 2 autograph books. Decades old autograph books filled with charming verses lead a couple on an adventure to return the. It was still common to collect sentiments and autographs of friends but it was more important to collect signatures of celebrities young girls appeared obsessed with pursuing celebrities, even minor known celebrities, for their autograph. Gardening book subscription for a gardening magazine plant markers.
By the 1950s, autograph books were still in use, but contained little. In fact, there are many baby showers where parentstobe ask for only books. The 1960s saw many changes including a family move to texas. Autograph books popularity has declined in recent years. The perfect kids autograph book for character signatures for girls and boys black with fireworks by character signatures dec 7, 2019 4. The history of an autograph book next5 warren fahey. May you find great value in these inspirational 1950s quotes from my large datebase of inspiring quotes and sayings. Autograph quotes inspirational quotes about autograph. With a pen in hand, the last thing youll want is to be caught staring at a blank page. I have many fond memories of growing up as a child in the 1950s in wisconsin.
Really happy referanced alot in the music and books of the 50s. While he may not have set out to moralize, there are countless bits of truth and life lessons to be learned in his books. Oct 28, 2011 what a wonderful post i, too, had an autograph book, but dont recall schoolmates signing it. Rockabilly quotes and retro phrases of the 1950s cats like us. My vinyl autograph book from the 1950s source collection of written memories something that i have kept all these many years is an old pink vinyl autograph book in which my parents, my two younger brothers, other relatives and friends signed their names and occasionally inserted a little poem or saying. While on the road, ive been jotting down more ideas that arent in my 14 book signing tips for authors, and ive already done one blog post from the road. They can be funny, touching, deep, dark, poignant, or charming, but in the end, theyre just the books we love. Autograph book circa 1975 posted on august 15, 2009 by annieem one of my favorite novels of summers past well, 2003, at least is audrey niffeneggers odd little gem, the time travelers wife a scifi romance novel that really defies both genres because of the strong writing and indepth characters. Im a fan of meeting readers face to face, at reader events, where were able to sit down and take some time to talk. Kids come first, and ill always sign for a kid before an adult. Theres just something about the words and phrases they came up with back in the day that sound just a little more fun to say. My grandfather was always saying to me when i would wish for things in the 1940s as a grade schooler, if wishes were fishes, wed all have a fry.
Never kiss by the garden gate because love is blind but the neighbors aint. Personally, i have fond memories of playing on slippery rocks on the banks of a rushing river. We happened upon a mcdonalds one day when the nearest radio station was having a remote, and i had the deejays sign it. The family narrowly avoided losing a box of irreplaceable photos that got mixed up with sale items. Personally, ive always loved the quaint slang from the 1950s. Rockabilly can refer to a musical style as well as a fashion sense. Thought and quotes rock quotes and sayings march quotes and sayings strong women quotes and sayings quotes about the 1950s christian quotes and sayings faith quotes and sayings funny quotes and sayings wise. Lockhartll sign anything if it stands still long enough.
Autograph quotes 14 quotes meet your next favorite book. Words come in and out of favor in direct proportion to the speed with which they travel through the age ranks. Explore 142 autograph quotes by authors including walt disney, kanye west, and john lennon at brainyquote. A pair of jeans with rolled cuffs, striped shirt, black boots, chain wallet and of course the classic pompadour is all it takes to make the look.
Id like to share some of the sentiments from my mothers autograph book and a simpler day and age with you along with my thoughts in parenthesis. Autograph book circa 1975 from the mixed up bloggings of. Recently i came across my mothers old autograph book. We have gathered a list of some of the catchiest book slogans and taglines that shine brightly within the industry. Celebrate the legendary, lovable mouse with these fun mickey crafts and recipes. In the fifties, hotrodders and beats provided inspiration. May you find great value in these inspirational autograph quotes from my large datebase of inspiring quotes and sayings.