Ever wondered what hidden treasures lie beneath the cushions of a genealogist’s office chair? Join me as I uncover the playful surprises and forgotten gems that add a touch of whimsy to our everyday...
Category - Heirlooms
Swaddled in History: The Legacy of Baby Blankets and Quilts
Each baby blanket and quilt holds a universe of stories, stitched from the threads of tradition and familial love. Let’s explore the colorful journey of these beloved textiles, tracing their roles in...
Whispers of the Past
Antique stores are like hidden treasure troves filled with relics from times gone by, waiting to be discovered. Among these treasures are old postcards, sometimes forgotten in dusty bins or hidden in...
The Timeless Appeal of Postcards
Explore the timeless charm of sending postcards in today's high-speed digital era. From forging emotional connections to meeting practical communication needs, postcards provide an enduring means of...
How to Make Sure the Stories of Your Family Heirlooms Don’t Get Lost
Are you concerned about your family heirlooms? Will your children care as much about them as you? Here's how to preserve them for future generations.
Researching Old Photo Studios to Identify 19th Century Photographs
There are a lot of things you can use as clues in identifying old photographs. Hairstyles, clothing styles, and the type of photograph it is are just a few of them.
More Photo Identification Tips: Hairstyles of the 19th Century
Do you have old 19th-century photos you can't identify? You can use lots of clues to identify the people in them. Hairstyles are a method that offers powerful clues. Here is how to use them.
7 Things You Need to Know Before Organizing Your Genealogy Heirlooms
Do you have a lot of family heirlooms you need to organize? Here are some things you need to know before you do.
How to Make Plans to Protect Your Genealogy for Future Generations
Do you know what you are going to do with your genealogy research one day? You have spent a long, loving time gathering it, and you naturally want future generations to enjoy and benefit from it...
Unusual Sources for Finding Old Family Photos
Are you looking for photos of your ancestors and not having much luck? Here are four effective alternative sources you can use to find old photographs.
How to Properly Label Those Photos You Inherited
Genealogists inherit a lot of old photos. Here's how to properly label them.
A History of the Postcard
The history of the postcard is an often-overlooked, but intriguing thing. It shows how and why people mailed things, mailing preferences, innovations in printing images, and even international laws...
Did Your Ancestors Keep Scrapbooks?
Did your ancestor keep a scrapbook? Here's how to find out, and what to do if you find one.
Identifying Old Photographs: How to Do It and How It Can Help Your Research
Learning how to identify the time period and people in old family photos is an art. It is also a worthy genealogical endeavor. Here's how to do it correctly.
Creating New Genealogists: The Secret
As genealogists, we want our children and grandchildren to be as interested in it as we are, so they will preserve, protect, and continue the work we’ve done. But, how do we instill this interest in...