Can you explain to me the reasoning behind collecting antique vacuum cleaners? Once you start a collection of them your home will start to shrink in size as they accumulate. Now don't forget that pungent dusty odor you will also receive for free. For one, I tend to like that smell and even more is that deafening sound created by a good old vintage vacuum that will drive most out of the house.
If you want to trigger a fond memory from your past, that "smell" may be just what you need to stir those memories. Who doesn't enjoy reminiscing about the "olden days?" Just imagine the flood of memories once you flick the switch from an old vacuum cleaner your mother use to run and I'm sure a smile will appear.
Believe it or not, there are more collectors than just you and me. Vacuum Clean Collectors' Club News is a terrific place for our hobby." You can visit them but get ready for information overload. There are actual meetings for us vintage vacuum hobbyists and so the social aspect of collection is just another great reason to be a vacuum collector. It is so interesting to locate others that share you passion for collecting vacuums, yes, there are more of us?
Another great reason for collecting these sucking beasts is the incredible museums from around the world. Do a little creative research before you head out on your next vacation and you won't believe the choices available. There is an over abundance of vintage vacuum cleaners when it comes to styles, colors and makes so there will always be something new to peak your curiosity.
And then there is the mechanical aspect of old broken down vacs that just seem to beckon us with the pleas of, "FIX ME, FIX ME!" I mean, who can resist the urge to resuscitate what seems to have been a long forgotten mechanical friend that once worked so hard for us. Okay, I'm getting a little sappy over a silly vacuum. What can I say; a vintage vacuum can be related to an old friend, finding one can be a real plus to your day. Yikes!!
The main reason to collect is just for the sheer joy of it, albeit a strange and interesting hobby. I'm sure there are even stranger ones out there in the collector's world. Can you imagine collecting vintage vacuum cleaners and turning it into an income generating business. Hey, we are always looking for that hidden treasure; so you may as well have fun doing it.
If you want to trigger a fond memory from your past, that "smell" may be just what you need to stir those memories. Who doesn't enjoy reminiscing about the "olden days?" Just imagine the flood of memories once you flick the switch from an old vacuum cleaner your mother use to run and I'm sure a smile will appear.
Believe it or not, there are more collectors than just you and me. Vacuum Clean Collectors' Club News is a terrific place for our hobby." You can visit them but get ready for information overload. There are actual meetings for us vintage vacuum hobbyists and so the social aspect of collection is just another great reason to be a vacuum collector. It is so interesting to locate others that share you passion for collecting vacuums, yes, there are more of us?
Another great reason for collecting these sucking beasts is the incredible museums from around the world. Do a little creative research before you head out on your next vacation and you won't believe the choices available. There is an over abundance of vintage vacuum cleaners when it comes to styles, colors and makes so there will always be something new to peak your curiosity.
And then there is the mechanical aspect of old broken down vacs that just seem to beckon us with the pleas of, "FIX ME, FIX ME!" I mean, who can resist the urge to resuscitate what seems to have been a long forgotten mechanical friend that once worked so hard for us. Okay, I'm getting a little sappy over a silly vacuum. What can I say; a vintage vacuum can be related to an old friend, finding one can be a real plus to your day. Yikes!!
The main reason to collect is just for the sheer joy of it, albeit a strange and interesting hobby. I'm sure there are even stranger ones out there in the collector's world. Can you imagine collecting vintage vacuum cleaners and turning it into an income generating business. Hey, we are always looking for that hidden treasure; so you may as well have fun doing it.