When I moved into Christopher’s apartment, it needed some serious help in the decoration department. His wall art included a “Don’t Tread on Me” flag, an Arnold Schwarzenegger poster, and some geology maps. Now, these decorations are just fine for a bachelor pad, but when I moved in, I didn’t want to feel like I was living in a frat house.

So, a lot of Christopher’s decorations came down. One thing that stayed, though, is his collection of vintage beer cans. I even have to admit that they’re pretty cool.

The story behind the cans is pretty funny. I wasn’t there when this happened, but it’s a favorite Heckle story . One morning when his family was in town for a visit, his dad headed out to grab breakfast for everyone. Everyone expected him to be back in 20 minutes, or so. But an hour passed, then another half an hour…and no one knew where he was! Finally, he gets back to the apartment, garbage bags of vintage beer cans in tow, and a slew of dining room chairs in the van. Turns out, he was yard sale hopping!

I asked Christopher which can is his favorite, and he chose this Olde Frothingslosh. When asked WHY this one is his favorite, he said it’s because Miss Frothingslosh is a trapeze artist who likes comic books.

And to wrap up this Trinket Tuesday, I’m calling for YOUR trinket submissions! If you have an antique trinket, vintage item, or just a pretty little something (doesn’t even have to be old) you’d like to show off, please email me at tulleandtrinkets@gmail.com to pitch your trinket.

If I like your pitch,your submission should include at least one high-quality image that’s 550 px wide, as well as a write-up that gives some info on where you got it and the story behind it. The trinket must be yours. If your submission is posted, you’ll get a link back to your blog.

Please note that I have the right to decline any submission. It should be a quality post that is relevant and fits the tone of Tulle and Trinkets. You know the drill !