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Who Doesn't Want a VW Camper Cooler for Christmas?

11/8/2016

Retro Red VW Camper Van Cooler

This has to be one of the grooviest coolers I've ever seen!

It looks just like a retro red VW camper van.

You can use in either indoors or out and the lid flips open to make it easy to get at the good stuff you've filled it with. It measures 33Lx15Wx18H and weighs in at 28 lbs.

It's a bit expensive but then, the best Christmas gifts always are and it is something that your favorite old hippie or retro VW van lover will cherish forever.

Learn More and Order From Amazon Here

Retro 80's Running Shorts Leggings

10/14/2016

If you're into really fun leggings, you're going to love these lookalike retro 80's neon pink running shorts leggings.

Retro 80s Neon Pink Sport Running Shorts Leggings

Retro 80s Neon Pink Sport Running Shorts Leggings
by TuxedoWedding

They're leggings, so you're completely covered but they look like those sport shorts that we all wore back in the eighties. So cute and fun!

Wear them when you're out jogging or use them as part of an 80's costume for Halloween or parties.

They're fun to look at but don't be fooled, these are actually high quality apparel that's made to last.

Fabric & Care

Material: Ultra-stretch ecopolyester spandex blend (88% polyester, 12% spandex)
High spandex composition means compression fit won't lose shape
Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry
Vibrant print won't fade after washing
Hand sewn in Canada

Retro 80s Red Sport Shorts Leg Warmers Leggings

Retro 80s Red Sport Shorts Leg Warmers Leggings
by TuxedoWedding

There's even a red pair that looks like you're wearing the shorts with those fashionable leg warmers everyone was flaunting in the 1980s.

Grab a pair today so you'll be prepared for the next 80's occasion!

There's also all kinds of other custom retro and modern style leggings to choose from at Zazzle.

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80's Cassette Tape Playing Cards Make Awesome Party Favors and Gifts

8/16/2016

Personalized Custom Playing Cards Look Like a Retro Cassette Tape

Are you planning an 80's theme wedding and need an awesome retro wedding favor for your guests? Or maybe you're throwing an eighties party and want some rad prizes to give away? Well then, take a look at this!

Retro Cassette Tape Custom Playing Card Deck

Retro Cassette Tape Custom Playing Card Deck by cutencomfy
See other Playing Card Decks online at Zazzle

These awesome retro cassette tape custom playing cards would make THE BEST wedding favors at an 80's wedding. You can even personalize them with your names.

They'd also be fun door prizes or gifts for winning games at an 80's theme party. You can have them personalized with the words, First Place Winner or what ever you think would work.

Another great use for these cards would be as Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers for your favorite 80's music lover.

Easy to shuffle, smooth card stock.
Dimensions: 2.5" x 3.5"; poker size playing cards.
52 playing cards and 2 Jokers per deck
Reasonably priced!

Wake Up Your Home Décor with a Retro Espresso Poster Print

4/16/2016

I don't know about you but I can't face the day without a cup of coffee.

Okay, make that more than one cup of coffee and when I need a pick me up in the middle of the day, make mine an espresso. That's why I fell in love with these super cute retro style Espresso posters that I found at Zazzle.com.

Vintage French Poster, Cafe Espresso Poster

Vintage French Poster, Cafe Espresso Poster by yesterdaysgirl
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Caffe Espresso Vintage Coffee Drink Ad Art Poster

Caffe Espresso Vintage Coffee Drink Ad Art Poster by redwingshoppe
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The first two shown above are vintage images from long ago. As with all of the posters at Zazzle, you can order them in a multitude of different sizes and they are available framed or unframed. The quality is backed by Zazzle's 100% satisfaction guarantee and I think you'll agree they'd look great in your home, office, or even your restaurant or coffee bar.

If you're looking for something a little more "modern" then you might like one of the following retro designs.

Barista's Art Collection: Espresso Poster

Barista's Art Collection: Espresso Poster by DelightedDesigns
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Modern Coffee Lover Poster

Modern Coffee Lover Poster by Lasting__Impressions
More Coffee Posters

Adorable, right? I'm especially loving that quirky green espresso machine print. And there's a lot more amazing poster art prints to choose from.

These make great gifts for anyone who can't live without their coffee!

Click here to visit Espresso Posters to see them all!

Retro Rocket Science Shirts - Brains and Beauty

4/7/2016

T-shirts for when it really IS Rocket Science

We're so used to hearing the sarcastic comment, "Well, it isn't rocket science." whenever something is supposedly "easy" but you know what? Sometimes it IS rocket science and there really are people who make a living as Rocket Scientists.

It's for those (really smart) hardworking people that these fun retro design shirts exist. So, to all of the real Rocket Scientists and those who are now studying, or planning to study, to be Rocket Scientists, we salute you.

It’s just rocket science t-shirt

It’s just rocket science t-shirt by MalarkeyPie
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It's Just Rocket Science Shirt

But seriously, how cute is this "It's just Rocket Science" shirt?

Shown here on a Crème color American Apparel Fine Jersey ladies shirt, this fun gray and blue retro rocket design can be customized onto any shirt style or color you like.

I see this one as a really cute gift for your really smart girl friend, or it can be worn by anyone who really is a Rocket Scientist and those who really do understand rocket science.

So, even though I find it adorable, you won't be seeing me wear it.

Disclaimer: I am not a Rocket Scientist, nor have I ever played one on TV. - Robin

Actually, It really is Rocket Science Shirts

Each of the 3 rocket science shirts shown above feature a retro rocket image and can be customized for shirt style and color in sizes to fit everyone from the littlest infant baby scientist all the way up to the adult scientist who wears a size 6xl.

Retro Natural Birch Plywood Beer Cap Map of USA

1/18/2016

Are you looking for a completely unique retro gift for your favorite guy? How about this Natural Birch Plywood Beer Cap Map of USA.

This map holds 94 beer caps and would be perfect to show off regionally brewed beers. This map would look great in a den, basement recreation room or office and it makes a great conversation piece!

Here's a great idea too! Get this beer cap map for your favorite guy and a few 6-packs of his favorite brews to get him started.We guarantee he'll be talking about this unique gift for years to come. These also make great groomsmen gifts too.

Modern Retro T-Shirts | Cat Eye Glasses

1/4/2016

Give me comfort or give me... well, I don't want to go as far as to say give me death but I certainly do love me a great pair of well-worn blue jeans and a comfy t-shirt. In fact, that's my costume nearly every day. And I truly love when my tees have fun retro images on them. That's why I'm starting this series of blog posts that will all feature some truly awesome and awe-inspiring modern retro t-shirts.

Today's hip find is a fun shirt with a huge pair of cat eye glasses dangling on the front of it. Just to be clear, this is an image of a pair of retro-look lenses, not actual eyewear. The design is super cute just the same.

Cat Eye Glasses Tshirts

Cat Eye Glasses Tshirts by KRMtees
Make your own t-shirt at Zazzle.

Cherry red Rockabilly cat-eye glasses look like they're hanging from a delicate chain.

Shown here on a women's lime green American Apparel fine Jersey shirt, this design is also available in just about every style, color and size you can think of.

Visit HERE to customize one that's perfect for you today.

1950 Cat Eye Glasses

Cat eye glasses were originally popular in the 1950's and 60's. Much like an actual cat's eye, the outer edge of the eyeglasses swept upwards on an angle.

Chances are, if you picture a woman wearing a beehive hairdo, she's wearing these classic specs.

This shirt would be cool to wear at a 50's or 60's theme party too.

Not invited to one? Throw your own. Get your custom invites here!

1950's Theme Party Invitations

1960's Theme Party Invitations

Vintage Mickey Mouse T-Shirt - The Most Retro Thing at Zazzle

12/7/2015

Disney Vintage Mickey Shirt

Click to learn more or to order this Mickey Mouse shirt.

Just out of curiosity, and to keep myself from doing something more important, I typed the word "retro" into the search bar at Zazzle.com. Zazzle is the site we're affiliated with that sells all of the awesome and unique invites and gift items that we're always talking about here on Retro Invites. I was pretty surprised when a Mickey Mouse t-shirt popped up.

Of course it was the vintage style (my personal favorite) of Walt's famous mouse that is being sold by the Disney shop. But... I guess I just always thought of that design as something that would be considered "vintage" and not necessarily "retro".

And even more surprising was that it wasn't just one Mickey shirt but a whole page of mostly old-fashioned style Mickey shirts and gift items.

In order to better serve this blog and anyone who reads it, into the future, I'll be searching for and exploring the subtle differences between retro and vintage design styles and try to describe the differences as best I can.

Follow along as we learn together. ~Retro Robin

Click to check out the RETRO page at Zazzle

The Mickey tee design shown above is being featured on a white womens shirt but you can customize for sizes and styles to suit everyone and I do mean everyone. They have 174 shirt styles with many to fit infants all the way up to large adults. After visiting the page, scroll down a bit and look to the side to see a link where you can see all of the styles.

Personalized Raggedy Ann & Andy Gifts and Cards

11/9/2015

Share Your Raggedy Ann LOVE With Your Little Ones

Image appears via LilyRose97 at Flickr.com (CC by 2.0)

Raggedy Ann and her brother Andy have been treasured by young children for 100 years and counting.

Her character was created by the author Johnny Gruelle when he wrote the book Raggedy Ann Stories for his daughter Marcella. The book was marketed along with the doll to great success and the rest, as they say, is history.

Through the years, the red haired rag doll with the triangle nose and "candy" heart has been licensed and sold by several different toy companies as dolls, books, patterns, comics and short films. She's currently available via Aurora World Inc., Simon and Shuster and at her own Zazzle shop where you can purchase personalized and custom gift items, greeting cards, and apparel for your favorite little girls and boys.

Here's a small sample of the custom and personalized Raggedy Ann and Andy gifts you'll find at the Raggedy Ann Zazzle Shop.

Raggedy Ann & Andy Hug Pillow

Raggedy Ann & Andy Hug Pillow by RaggedyAnn
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Raggedy Ann & Andy Hug T-shirts

Raggedy Ann & Andy Hug T-shirts by RaggedyAnn
Design your own customized t-shirts at Zazzle.

You can learn more about The history of Raggedy Ann and find out the reason she's been used as a symbol for the anti-vaccination movement HERE.

Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls and books can be found online at Amazon.com.

Gift Ideas | Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet Artwork

4/30/2015

Looking for terrific retro style gift ideas for the vegetable gardener in your life? Shopping for someone who loves vintage images?

As a home gardener and lover of all things retro and vintage-style, I nearly flipped when I came across these wonderful reproductions of vintage vegetable seed packet art at Zazzle.com. The images appear on all kinds of different giftable items so there's sure to be something interesting for every gardener on your list no matter how young or old they might be.

In fact, I think they have so many neat choices that you're going to have trouble deciding on just which one to buy.

Here's a few of my personal favorites to help you get started.

Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet T-Shirts

vintage summer squash t-shirt

Click to learn more about this fun vintage summer squash seed packet t-shirt.

You'll find a huge selection of t-shirts featuring artwork taken from vintage seed packets in all of your favorite flavors including carrots, cabbage, radishes, summer squash (as shown) and more.

The artwork on these really needs to be seen larger than what I can show you here. They're really gorgeous.

Best of all, each design is available on your choice of dozens of shirt styles for men, women and children in sizes to fit everyone from infant through adults.

If you know their shirt size, any gardener would be proud to wear one of these.

Browse Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet Shirts

Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet Mugs

See Packe Mug with 3 images on it.

Click to learn more about this seed packet mug with three different images on it.

A mug featuring images of vintage seed packets is another great gift idea that would be appreciated by any gardener and it can be used year-round which is nice too.

These make great gifts for holidays but can also be fun when given whenever.

With more than 150 different images and several different styles to choose from including travel mugs, you're sure to find the one that's destined to be somebody's new favorite.

Some of the mugs have several different images on them (like the one shown here) while others have just one picture or type of plant.

See all of the Vintage Seed Packet Mugs

Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet Aprons

Vintage Seed Packet Apron

Click to learn more about this apron featuring an image of a vintage vegetable seed packet.

These fun aprons that feature images of vintage vegetable seed packets make an exceptional gift and can be used by either men or women while cooking, grilling, gardening, crafting or any other messy activity.

Each design is available on your choice of 3 different colors including white, yellow and khaki. They come in standard and long versions and there's even one sized perfect for children.

There's quite a few to choose from too.

Shop for a Vintage Seed Packet Apron

More Gift Ideas Featuring Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet Art

Vintage Seed Packet Image Cutting Board

Click to learn more about this lovely vintage seed packet cutting board.

Your favorite vegetable gardener or cook might also appreciate one of these custom cutting boards where they can beautifully prepare the fruits of their labor.

Vintage Cauliflower Pillow

Click to learn more about this cute custom cauliflower pillow.

Vintage Seed Pack Water Bottle

Click to learn more about this pretty water bottle.

Or even a fun pillow for resting up between garden sessions or a reusable water bottle to help keep them hydrated while working out in the hot sun.

As you can see, Zazzle has tons of great retro gift ideas featuring the amazing artwork from vintage seed packets and there's a lot more items too including phone cases, magnets, poster prints and more. Visit Vintage Vegetable Seed Packet Gifts to see everything available right now.

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