February, 2013
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Random Retro Riffraff #3: Esoterica Beauty Cream
2February 26, 2013 by J.C. Lillis
It came from 1965: A few thoughts: This product was doubtless endorsed by Alma Archer, the professional stressmonger whose Encyclopedia …
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Happy birthday, Edward Gorey
1February 22, 2013 by J.C. Lillis
In honor of one of my favorite writer/illustrators, I’d like to share a much-loved passage from his book The Unstrung Harp, which …
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Random Retro Riffraff #2: The Redi-Oven
6February 22, 2013 by J.C. Lillis
I was all set to laugh when I first saw this. Not in a mean way, just in that “ho …
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Random Retro Riffraff #1: Reddi-Wip Dolls
14February 18, 2013 by J.C. Lillis
I have so many ancient treasures I want to share with you, and not all of them lend themselves to …
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How Plastic Brandon & Abel Spent Valentine’s Day
2February 14, 2013 by J.C. Lillis
1. Cards were exchanged. BRANDON: Oh, sure. Make me look bad. ABEL: It’s perfect, though. RIGHT? 2. Then, a …
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6 Most Paranoia-Inducing Quotes from a 1948 Guide to Beauty and Charm
9February 10, 2013 by J.C. Lillis
If you’re like me, there’s always room in your life for one more worry. Right? This one comes to you …
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