Crandall's Improved Building Blocks for Children No. 3, 1867, Interlocking Pieces, Complete Set 1930s toy Their matching extra long eyebrows

Their matching extra long eyebrows might be my very favorite thing

and old Jugtown pieces I think have a special feeling about them

Crayons are 3 3/4" long

or the collection of lovely young women

Crandall's Improved Building Blocks for Children No. 3, 1867, Interlocking Pieces, Complete Set 1930s toy Their matching extra long eyebrowsI have fantasies of a glass fronted book case case filled top to bottom with all the oldest most beautiful block sets and learning materials. At some point (perhaps in my retirement!) I would delve into constructing very elaborate tabletop architectures and exploring the full range of creative possibilities of each set and all together! (And maybe I could find some children who would like to come join me and do the same! :)) In the meantime I would