Wednesday, November 2, 2011

A/ Alphabe-Thursday

 ANTIQUE washing machine circa 1902

Here we are back to the beginning of the alphabet, the letter A.  ANTIQUES. Can you imagine doing your laundry in this washing machine?

FYI: I coloured my original photos in retro Polaroid colours following the instructions at Best Photoshop Tutorials HERE.

ANTIQUE gas mower, 1946

How about cutting the grass with this handy-dandy mower?

ANTIQUE cast iron skillet

OK, I can imagine myself using this cast iron skillet since I love using one when I make omelets.

I am linking to Jenny Matlock at Alphabe-Thursday HERE

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48 comments:

  1. GeorgeNovember 2, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    I like what you've done with these photos. They look like antiques themselves.

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  2. Judy November 2, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    I could not imagine washing clothes in that.

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  3. ZosiaNovember 2, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    That washing machine was a big improvement on the washing board in its time. Great photos!

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  4. MerikeNovember 2, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Unigue photos. Lucky you! :)

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  5. MalyssNovember 2, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    When I see the washing machine, I'm happy to live in my time! :o)

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  6. MadSnapperNovember 2, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I saw someone bake biscuits, one of my most favorite of foods, in one of these cast iron pots, in a fireplace. did not get to taste them but wanted to. like all Your A for Antiques.

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  7. kayerjNovember 2, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I've never seen an antique washing machine like that. I love cooking in cast iron skillets--that is all I use :) I like your processing today.

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  8. Buttons ThoughtsNovember 2, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    They sure are pretty. I love your photos but am very happy here in the present. I have become lazy as they say. B

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  9. HalcyonNovember 2, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    These are fun to look at, but I'm still glad we live in modern times!

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  10. LesleyNovember 2, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Had to come by to see your antique washing machine.
    I like my appliances to be a little less labour intensive.

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  11. StephanieNovember 2, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Nice treatments on your photos.

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  12. RedPatNovember 2, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    No stainless steel appliances in those days!

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  13. NatureFootstepNovember 2, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    I love that kind of old machinery. Thanks for sharing tehm. :)

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  14. LowellNovember 2, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Pretty fancy Photoshopping, E.G. Perhaps you can give me some lessons?

    I'm sure my dad was probably familiar with that old washing machine...he was born in 1903!

    I should remember the gas mower, but I've not seen anything like it. We mowed by hand when I was a kid.

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  15. cieldequimperNovember 2, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    I like my washing machine a lot. :-)

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  16. Rocky Mountain WomanNovember 2, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    I love these shots! I think old equipment has such a functional beauty to it...

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  17. Rocky Mountain WomanNovember 2, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    I love these shots! I think old equipment has such a functional beauty to it...

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  18. Esther JoyNovember 2, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Great A post! I still love my cast iron skillets. They work very well on my new induction stove, although the manufacture didn't recommend it!

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  19. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Love that mower. It might be fun to try ... just once, at least. =>

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  20. My name is RietNovember 2, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I remember my old aunt had such a washing machine. Fun to see it basck. Love the A word.

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  21. Martha ZNovember 2, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    That looks like it might have been the first power mower.

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  22. Coralie Cederna JohnsonNovember 2, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    AMAZING photos!
    Thanks for sharing!
    HAPPY A DAY!
    Coralie

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  23. BettyNovember 2, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    I didn't even know they had gas lawn mowers in the 1940's. I can remember my Dad mowing with a rotary lawn mower in the 1950's and then I think we had an electric one.

    I like the Polaroid coloring!

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  24. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    I am so glad I have modern conveniences!

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  25. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    Love the antiques! I must say, if I had to use that early gas mower, I'd probably just let the cows or goats eat in the yard. :-)

    Teresa

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  26. Vicki/JakeNovember 2, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    I adore antiques! You posted some Amazing ones:)

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  27. PERMANENT POSIESNovember 2, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Love your antique photos!

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  28. RandyNovember 2, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    I love antiques.

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  29. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    I love the poloroid treatment you added. It gives the items a very antique-y feeling. I found these antique items quite fascinating! It really makes me glad that technology has advanced so much because if I had to use a washing machine like that, I won't have time to do anything else!

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  30. PatNovember 2, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Oh my aching shoulders...pushing that lawn mower around would be exhausting!

    Very cool colorization in the photos.

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  31. AnonymousNovember 3, 2011 at 4:50 AM

    I say "hurrah" for automatic washers, dryers, and dishwashers, and my DH is a big fan of the lawn service guy. But it is nice to know that somethings, like the cast iron pan, really can't be improved upon. Loved this little walk down antique lane.

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  32. FranciscaNovember 3, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    My honey uses an iron wok and it's brilliant. And no, I can't imagine doing laundry in that contraption, and I cant imagine cutting grass at all! LOL! Antique makes a good A post, EG. And I like the post-processing to give your photos an antique look too.

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  33. DarlaNovember 3, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I like the effect you got when working with these photo's. That cast iron skillet still looks usable.

    Darla

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  34. DutchbabyNovember 3, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Thanks for sharing that link for the Photoshop tutorials. It's a great one. So are your antiques!

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  35. DianeNovember 3, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Washing machines have come a long way, haven't they?

    I love antiques. We went to a huge antique mall last weekend where I found some old weathered shutters and an old weathered door. I haven't decided what I've going to do with them yet but I love them!

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  36. anitamombanitaNovember 3, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    fun. I love old crusty things. They're great to photograph. Nicely done.

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  37. Susan AndersonNovember 3, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I just love antiques. They capture my imagination!

    =)

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  38. Kim, USANovember 3, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    This is stunning!

    SWF

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  39. Small City ScenesNovember 3, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Oh wow! I love this antique stuff. Nice finds. MB

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  40. AnonymousNovember 3, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    I love antiques... If I had the money I would have nothing but antiques in my house!

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  41. betty-NZNovember 3, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Your editing is fabulous for the shots!

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  42. ~✽Mumsy✽~November 3, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Absolutely fantastic edit, and great antique things.

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  43. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪November 4, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    we were more antique, our pair of hands were our washing machine. I am so glad to be living in this era.

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  44. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsNovember 4, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    Love how you colored your photos! And thank you for the link. I love antiques too! That is a pretty cool washing machine. I have a variety of washboards, from glass to the copper boards. Thank you for sharing your photos.

    I have been absent lately due to work outside the home and very busy this time of year with art orders (for which I am thankful, blessed and love to do), but it is also fun to be back in class again!

    Blessings & Aloha!
    Thank you for stopping by!!! and for your congratulations :o)

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  45. RoseNovember 4, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    I have just been talking to my friend about the 'olden days'...wandering how we would like living back then.

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  46. JudieNovember 5, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    I am so grateful that I am too young to have used those items!!!

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  47. HNovember 7, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Imagine having to use that washing machine! It looks like such hard work!

    The mower looks ok though. At least it has an engine. The one we had at home in the 70s had to be hand pushed!

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  48. JennyNovember 8, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    I love antique tools! Looking at them, that is.

    I can't imagine keeping house with them. The work level the pioneers sustained is really awe (and exhaustion) inspiring.

    Thanks for a neat link this week.

    A+

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