Yes, after talking about it for several years….we made a couture dress out of peeps…yes the candy. Well it truly ended up being a labor of love for half was quite easy but the skirt…challenged us to say the least. But it turned out very cute and we have had a lot of fun with it… so “HOP” on in and celebrate with us
March 23rd, 2012
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Ya know when the snow is dingy and grey and ugly looking??? Ya know when you cannot see the beauty in it anymore no matter how hard you look???
Well, stop in for a shot of Spring at AtomicKatz too. We just found some new furniture that is absolutely wonderful. Starting with a 1968 molded plastic sofa with it’s original orange/tangerine cushions is wonderful shape.
Next we have a blue/brown day sofa from the’50′s that is spectular and in excellent shape.
Then as YOUR accent pieces, we have several new Mid Century Modern chairs but the one that I simply love is the black vinyl armless with RCA stamped on the back. This orginially was a reward for dealers that “raised the bar in sales” but YOU can have it today.
Check us out on our shop page and/or FB at AtomicKatz Vintage.
March 3rd, 2012
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So, the other day I was driving to the store and as I was driving down Waugoo Avenue, I noticed that for valentines day….you did NOT need to go any further than Waugoo Avenue, Oshkosh WI.
We have Chocolates from Oaks Candy,We have Jewelry from Reimer’s Jewelers, We have Romance items and beautiful lingerie from Elle Mae’s Romance Boutique and We of course have FABULOUS vintage clothing, jewelry and furniture from AtomicKatz.
Men you can get your shave and hair cut at Jerry’s or UR Next and dazzle your valentine…therefore I am renaming Waugoo to Sweetheart Lane for the month of February
February 7th, 2012
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Mark YOUR calendar for February 18 and come on down to Opera House Square for some winter fun like you have not seen before.
Make sure that we see you there….
January 25th, 2012
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Here it is January 12, 2012 and we are having our first real snow. Of course it is quite the snow as it started this AM and is not to end until tomorrow evening.
Yesterday the temperature was 45, I did not wear a coat to the store and some of our customers actually had shorts on….Yes, we do live in WI … why do you ask?
So today it is 24, I am wearing a coat, have been shoveling the sidewalk but ya know, it is pretty. Everything is white and pure looking, soft crunching sounds when you walk in the snow and it does feel good to come inside to a hot fire.
So, if YOU have postponed updating your winter wardrobe..come on it. We have just got 2 yes 2 wonderful Lily Ann winter coats that are simply MAGNIFICANT!!!! 1 in particular is red with white fox at the wrist. What more do you want???? Come on now…. Lily Ann red with white Fox???
We also have some great early 60′s cashmere and some in your face plaids to simply die for…
January 12th, 2012
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Well Christmas is over and New Year’s Eve is just around the corner. Where to go..What to wear??
We have some absolutely fabulous fun dresses to dazzle no matter where you go … as well as some “knock your socks off” shirts and pants for HIM!!!
No matter what, where or how you decide to celebrate bringing in 2012, AtomicKatz wishes you and yours a joyful and prosperous new year to each of you.
December 27th, 2011
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I personally am not ready for them …but they are coming and as a business, I guess I better get on board. The Downtown is planning some wonderful fun times to be had by all ages. First on November 10th is the live reindeer, elves, sleigh and music in Opera House Square prior to the tree lighting. The fun starts at 3:30 and the lighting ceremony is at 6 PM…then comes the parade at 6:30
The next fun thing is on November 19th and it is an open house for all of Downtown Oshkosh. Free horse and carriage rides downtown, Madrigal singers and music groups are certain to put you in the mood for holiday shopping. If that doesn’t do it for you…well, prepare yourself for a ONE DAY sale at participating stores. Santa says that this is the day to start your holiday shopping.
AND…last but not least are the NUTCRACKERS…and yes, AtomicKatz has a wonderful Nutcracker that was designed by the wonderful artists from Jambalaya Art Collective. It is a tribute to the humanities and is FABULOUS!!! be sure to stop in and see it.
November 9th, 2011
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Start finding those sunglasses as the Downtown is starting to look even brighter than usual. The Oshkosh Public Museum has a fabulous exhibit calle. Bling which is vintage clothing from the 1850-1950′s and their version of Bling.
The Downtown businesses are partnering with the Museum to promote their version of Bling! 20 individual businesses are creating a bust that speaks to Bling! as they see it.
These wonderful creations will be on display during the October Gallery Walk on October 1 and then utilized throughout the city as promo pieces before they end up being part of the exhibit.
September 14th, 2011
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Yes my friends, it was a classic punking by our neighbors – Reimer Jewelers. I do have to hand it to them, it was a classic set up and delivery…there were a few hints that indeed it was a punking …but they always pulled it off so smooth, we tended to believe in Marge and Gladys and looked forward to their notes.
We got to the Boat Landing…and were shown to a table with multiple bags, a sign in sheet and a display sign that said “Giving to the Community” with guest speakers Diedre and Sally from the Charity Cart Store”
As we sat down, opened each bag and laughed outrageously at each “treasure”, the night simply took a life of its own. I know that we support Oshkosh, WI and feel fortunate and happy to be part of the exciting Downtown Business area…But as the ad says…to be punked for 6 months, get more useless objects d’art that you could ever imagine….and laugh loudly and often with good business friends….PRICELSS!!!
So stop in at our brick and mortar in Exciting Downtown Oshkosh and see the treasures. We will probably laugh all over again telling you the story.
August 24th, 2011
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So, being the nicer person…I called and had over 1/2 hour phone call with Midge. Explained NO, we are not dong a charity cart and NO we haven’t made a profit on their wonderful items…and NO we cannot do a presentation on our charity cart…Friends, let me tell you that was quite the ordeal. She reminded me so much of my Aunt Marian with having to figure out who would pay for what and when and why…but I felt pretty good and felt I got my points across and in the end, agreed to meet them for a drink as it was offered several times during our “friendship”.
So here we are Tuesday, come in and open the store only to find a message on the phone asking what we need to have ready for our presentation…….ARGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!!! and of course there was no phone number so I have to go home, find the card, call again and hopefully get it straight…However, we are set to meet at the “Boat Landing” tonight at 6:30 so stay tune for tomorrow when I update everyone on these two delightful ladies who have been leaving us presents for months. I know I am looking forward to it and worse case scenario is Deb can speak on anything for a short time and that is what we will have to do. Stay tuned…tomorrow is the biggie!!!
August 23rd, 2011
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