http://www.futureforwardvintage.com Recent blog posts from my shop. en-US Once a ubiquitous symbol of everyday life, the ashtray has vanished from most homes. But in its heyday, it was more than just a receptacle; it was a miniature work of art, a canvas for design, and a surprisingly common object found across all social strata. What, if anything, has taken its place in our modern homes? Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:02:13 -0400 https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1360023184364/beyond-smoking-the-ashtray-endures-for https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1360023184364/beyond-smoking-the-ashtray-endures-for?pub=1742547733 Vintage handbags offer a level of uniqueness and character that's hard to find in mass-produced items. They're often crafted with exceptional quality and attention to detail, designed to last for decades. And each bag carries its own story, waiting to be continued by its new owner. Sat, 08 Mar 2025 01:09:55 -0500 https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1356730795721/vintage-bags-an-expression-of https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1356730795721/vintage-bags-an-expression-of?pub=1741414195 Discover the surprising connection between yacht rock and vintage vases, and how this unlikely pairing can create a unique and stylish atmosphere in your home. Explore the craftsmanship, history, and curated cool of this unexpected design combination. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:07:03 -0500 https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1355044605944/smooth-sailing-sculptural-statements https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1355044605944/smooth-sailing-sculptural-statements?pub=1740787623 "What's your favorite color?" Honestly, that's too hard! But I will say this: ORANGE is the new neutral. Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:18:50 -0500 https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1353545851387/orange-is-the-new-neutral https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1353545851387/orange-is-the-new-neutral?pub=1740280730 The glass paperweight: born in 1845 out of the letter-writing craze! Glassmakers turned a need (keeping precious paper safe) into art. Sat, 22 Feb 2025 21:58:16 -0500 https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1353542675601/the-unexpected-origins-of-the-glass https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1353542675601/the-unexpected-origins-of-the-glass?pub=1740279496 At the intersection of vacuum cleaners and handbags lies a surprising truth: they share a remarkable evolutionary path, both emerging as ambassadors of exceptional design. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:19:01 -0500 https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1347255575553/confession-time-my-unexpected-design https://www.futureforwardvintage.com/post/1347255575553/confession-time-my-unexpected-design?pub=1737991141