"Hot Water Service from the Sun!"

Yes, even in 1957, we were thinking of ways to utilise the sun's energy for our everyday household heating and electrical needs. This small article, scanned from the "Home Beautiful" Magazine March 1957 edition shows that even then, sourcing alternative power was a serious consideration. Such a shame that I don't have the April edition showing the survey results they refer to in the article. And here we are in 2009 and we are still striving for "free power for all". How disappointed would the editors from that time be to know that although solar hot water is readily available, not many households have taken it up... If you happen to have the April 1957 copy showing the survey results and related articles, then please add your link in the comment box.

Fifties Fair 2008

I've been so excited waiting for the Fifties Fair to roll around again, and the crowds this year were bigger and better than ever.  I haven't seen it so busy, it was amost impossible getting to the market stalls to browse and look at the goodies.  I just hope that it hasn't outgrown it's venue of Rose Seidler House, I'm sure it was an almost capacity crowd on sunday!  The fashion, make-up, shoes, hair - the hair! All gorgeous and so meticulous.  And of course the music - what a stand out!  The highlight?  Well that would have to be seeing the beauty parlour and knowing they hold hair and make-up sessions that transport you back in time - and they're not too far from where I live!  Yippee!  Guess who'll be treating herself to some little make-over magic soon?!  If you'd like to see more images from the day, go to my website and click on Fifties Fair 2008.  I can make the images available for sale through RedBubble for anyone interested.  Enjoy!

 

Feature Monday

A great retro feel to this image - I'm either waiting in a 1950's hairdressing salon, or I could be at a country RSL club waiting for the weekly dance to start.

"so uncool it's cool..." by elliewinds

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This image has the ability to transport me to another time and another place...

"Jam" by Jules Campbell

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This certainly has "wow" factor - look at the windows, the bricks and compare that to the lettering...just how big and bld is that building???

"B who U R" by Dana DiPasquale

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There's something quite beautiful in seeing an artist give their all and enjoy their craft.

"Let it wash over you" by Caroline Gorka

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An image exuding new life, new beginnings, new growth and let life take you where it will.

"Meandering" by Tamara Mason

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Sometimes in life, standing on the sidelines and watching the world go by gives you the space to think and reflect on what life can offer you and just how much you want to get out of it.

"Contemplation" by Debbie Black