Amazing finds: 3 Arm Floor Lamp and a German chocolate cupcake

What is better than finding a rare gem for only $20 at a thrift store? Maybe a German chocolate cupcake from the Broadway Brew in Plainview, TX but it's still a close call!

Here is my find: a 3 arm reflective floor lamp with a nightlight in the base. Awesome? Totally!

After doing a bit of research I found that these lamps go for around $400 depending on the condition and rarity. I should buy a lamp shade to go over all 4 bulbs and the reflective shade already in place, but I really like the look of it now (I do want to get bulbs shaped like a candle flame for the 3 outer lights). If I find the correct shade I wold probably go ahead and get it. I love keeping items in their original state and making sure they are complete with as little reproductions as possible.

These lamps were popular in the 1920's (my personal favorite time period) because they gave off so much light. The white milk glass shade (seen in the picture to the left) reflects the light to the ceiling to light the whole room and the 3 outer bulbs (covered by the outer shade) provide localized light.

There are 3 switches to adjust the light produced by all 5 bulbs. One controls the mogul bulb (the bulb in the middle), one controls the 3 outer bulbs and has 3 settings: one bulb lit, 2 bulbs lit, and all 3 bulbs lit, and lastly a switch for the nightlight at the base of the lamp.

I came across the lamp (with reflective shade intact!) at a thrift store for only $20! I couldn't believe it! I didn't realize that there was a light in the base at the time and couldn't figure out what the third switch was for. I figured no matter what it's worth I was getting 4 working light bulbs. That had to count for something. Right? : )

I came across a few websites that gave me some great information about when this lamp was made and why it's different features were so valuable at the time.

The best information came from Paxton Hardware out of Maryland. The link to the page about this type of lamp is here.

I could see that the base of the lamp was (obviously) beautiful and something like I'd never seen, but I had no idea that it was a nightlight until I got it home and started playing with it. I was so super stoked when I figured out what the third switch was for! That's when i decided to do some research because I'd never seen a lamp like this. (Is this marble at the bottom?)

My in-laws have a few lamps in a similar style (they have such good taste) and I sent pictures to them and my family. I must say I'm glad to be from and in a family who enjoys pieces from the past.

Here is my sweet lamp's nightlight lit up. (Pardon the cords behind it.) I would love to leave the nightlight on all night but I don't trust the wiring in the lamp (or my old house for that matter) to leave it on without me being in the room.

If you've come across this post and find that any of my information is incorrect please feel free to let me know. I would appreciate it! You can email me at maggie.and.evelyn@gmail.com.


I need a cupcake.

Headaches and Horseradish

I have a terrible sinus headache today. It's getting worse as the night goes on. Probably should just go to bed. : )

In happier news, I made the most amazing Cheddar-Stuffed Horseradish Burgers tonight. They received the thumbs up from DH and his friend. Thanks to Whole Foods for the recipe!! I've included it here and the link to their site. I put them on buttered Texas toast with a little extra cheese (I used shredded cheese instead of cubed) and spread Lite Miracle Whip on mine and Baconnaise on the boys'. Delish!!

New items added to our Etsy store today!!

Cheddar-Stuffed Horseradish Burgers

Serves 4

When stuffing the burgers, make sure to seal them well so that the melting cheese won't run out onto the grill while they're cooking.

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons bottled horseradish
3/4 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

Method

Ingredient Option: Use ground buffalo instead of ground beef.

In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine onion, horseradish, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the beef and lightly combine, taking care not to overwork the meat. With dampened hands, form the meat into 4 patties of even thickness. (These are fairly large patties; feel free to make 6 smaller patties if desired.) Make a large depression in the top of the patties, about 2 inches wide. Place a quarter of the cubed cheddar cheese in each depression and bring the meat over the cheese, enclosing it completely.

Place on a lined baking sheet, cover loosely with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, light the grill or preheat the broiler. Cook the burgers for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until done to your liking.

Nutrition

Per serving (about 8oz/227g-wt.): 490 calories (310 from fat), 35g total fat, 16g saturated fat, 39g protein, 3g total carbohydrate (0g dietary fiber, 1g sugar), 145mg cholesterol, 580mg sodium

Tags: American

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Thanks!

A big thanks to vintageholidaycrafts.com for the usage of the colorful roses in the header of this blog! They have wonderful cut outs of flowers and scenes from vintage postcards. I'm definitely bookmarking their page!! Thanks, girls!!

Also, thanks to lostandtaken.com for the vintage wallpaper background found in the header here. I'm also using one of the wallpapers as a background for my desktop. Love it!!

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