Happy New Year!

Wishing all my customers a very Happy New Year!

Hoping it is a healthy and successful one for you.

And praying that our leaders can get their act together and head our nation in the right direction.

And hopefully the rest will take care of itself.

Be safe this holiday weekend!

Merry Christmas!!

It has been a successful season for us at KML's Corner, and we owe it all to our customers.

We give you all a big thank you!

And we wish you all a joyous holiday - no matter which one you celebrate this season.

Happy Holidays!!

Busy Week

It has been a very busy week over here at KML's Corner.

We had many of our auctions end successfully and we processed them quickly.

UPS has been our main shipping company for many years, but we also use USPS quite a bit for the lighter items.

Recently we have been shipping more item through USPS priority mail.

They introduced some new boxes for localized shipping and we have found them to be quite useful.

Many of the purchases made last week were shipped by USPS priority mail.

UPS ground is always reliable, but customers want to make sure their purchases arrive in time for Christmas.

We will continue to ship the quickest way this coming week.

We will do our best to make sure you have your purchases on time.

Thanks for the busy week, and I hope you all enjoy this beautiful season!

Lots of Auctions Ending

I took advantage of the big sale ebay was having on the listing fees last week, and today is the first day of all those auctions ending.

We also have much more ending tomorrow night, and more on Tuesday night too.

It is the last new load of new inventory that we have listed for the Christmas season.

We will be listing more items, of course, but not the new inventory until after the new year.

We want to concentrate on getting everything packed and shipped so you all can receive it in time for the holidays.

Check out our ebay store to see if we have what you are looking for.

Have fun!

Three Day Listing Sale

Ebay is giving us a good deal this week.

From today, 12/6, through Thursday, 12/8,  we can list our auctions for free.

And buy-it-now can be added for free too.

They usually give us a one day notice for a one day sale.

But three days makes it a bit easier.

Plus, more can get listed.

The only drawback - the auctions are for 1,3, or 5 days only.

No seven day auctions that we do.

But, free is free, which is a good thing.

So don't forget to check out our listings, perhaps there is something there for someone on your list.

Enjoy!

Lots of Good Stuff

Just a quick post to remind everyone to head over to our ebay store.

We have lots of auctions that will be ending tomorrow night.

Clothes, shoes, collectibles, housewares, silver.

All make great gifts for the upcoming season.

And all are priced to sell.

Don't miss out!

Thanks!

Another Sale

Another auction listing sale on ebay means it is time to hurry again.

Hurry to get things ready.

Hurry to get them listed.

And hurry to get them online.

'Cause it is only for a day.

We took the bait and did the hurrying.

Over 60 new listings are going up tonight in our store.

Some things that didn't sell will get relisted - at a lower price.

We are trying to move our inventory, and our customers will get the good deals.

Even if it means our items sell below cost.

We did list a few more of the sterling silver coins.

As always, good luck with the auctions, and enjoy!

More Sterling Silver Mayors Medals

We are a bit over halfway done selling the Sterling Silver Mayors Medals that are made by the Franklin Mint.

There are a few more on that will ending this weekend.

With the holiday weekend coming up after this one, I am undecided as to whether I will be listing any until after it.

It is traditionally a big selling time, but not necessarily for gold and silver bullion items.

Of course, we will still have lot of our other items listed for that busy time too.

I will play it by ear for the silver medals and see what is happening in the days beforehand.

It just may turn out to be a good selling time for any and everything!

Lots of Deals

Another listing sale on ebay means lots of things got listed by many sellers.

We took advantage of the sale and also listed lots.

And most of our items were started at $9.99 auctions.

That is a whole bunch of good deals that we have available on ebay.

Check out our listings in our ebay store.

Maybe there will be something there that is just what you have been looking for.

And if not, then stay tuned, we have lots more that will be going on in the next couple of weeks.

Enjoy!

Thank You My Customers!

It has been a very good week over here at KML's Corner.

And I have my great customers to thank for that.

I am glad that we have what they are looking for - and even happier when they let me know how pleased they are with their purchases.

Keep your eyes on my auction and buy it now listings - we are adding lots of new inventory and it just might be what you are looking for or need.

A great big thank you to, my customers - you are the best!

Sterling Silver Medals with Gold

 

We have been adding more of the Mayors Medals by the Franklin Mint to our Ebay auctions.

They are one ounce of solid sterling silver with a coating of 24K gold.

They are beautifully designed with the largest cities in the US according to the 1970's records.

We do combine shipping for these coins.

The melt price of silver is a bit over $35 an ounce as of this post.

These medals are a great investment at this time - silver was almost $50 an ounce just a few months ago.

It is expected to go back up - so grab the deals now!

More Auctions

Ebay had a sale today.

Auction listings were only 1 cent.

For me, that is a major savings.

I have seen that many sellers have gone away from the original ebay auction concept.

Most listings on there are "buy it now" ones.

And if you have a store, they are much cheaper to list than an auction.

But, they don't get the exposure that auctions do either.

So, a good mix of the different options that ebay has to offer is what I try to do.

The posting was very slow today on the ebay site - I am sure it is due to the sale.

Hopefully it didn't affect the buyers - don't need them turning away because they can't bid.

We'll see how this batch goes when things end next week.

Lots of low prices - gotta catch the deals while they last!

Sterling Silver Mayors Medals

We have started listing a new collection of sterling silver on ebay.

This set was minted by the Franklin Mint in 1971 and it titled:

Official Mayors Medals of the United States Conference of Mayors.

There are 50 medals in this set that are made of solid sterling silver and electroplated with 24K gold.

Each one of these medals represents a city in the US that was one of the largest according to the 1970 census.

They are a rare set, and we are offering them one at a time.

Keep your eyes open for your favorite city - it just may have made the top 50 for this collection!

Calendar Medals Listed

We have listed the two sets of calendar medals that I talked about in my last post.

They are listed on ebay for seven days and each has a very reasonable reserve.

You can find the listing for the silver set here.

The listing for the bronze set is here.

Both of these sets are very rare, and to have two complete ones is even more rare.

Please email me with any questions, and good luck bidders!.

Calendar Zodiac Silver Medal

 

We have a most unique piece going up for auction next week.

It is a solid sterling silver round that is made by the Whittnauer Mint.

This large medal features the year 1973 in calendar form - six months on one side and the other six on the other side.

It also has each Zodiac sign for each month.

It is part of a set that includes 6 smaller sterling silver medals with "Winter" being the theme for them.

And as if this set wasn't special enough, we also have an identical one in bronze.

Two very rare sets that would make a great gift for an astrology collector as well as those who collect silver.

Lang and Wise Collectible

 

This is a Lang and Wise collectible made from the artwork of John Sloane.

It is number 13 from the Town Hall Series.

It is titled: Two Porches.

It is copyright dated 1998 and is signed on the bottom by the artist.

This piece is new in the box and you can find the listing for it here.

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy!

 

1975 Franklin Mint Bicentennial Medal

We have a beautiful piece of sterling silver up on auction this week.

It is a piece that was made by the Franklin Mint in 1975.

It is titled: Bicentennial Medal, and it features the faces of 30 Great Americans on the front of it.

The back has the beginning sentence of the Constitution of the United States.

This is a hefty piece of solid sterling silver - weighing 2000 grains, or 4.12 troy ounces.

Gilroy Roberts created this stunning piece, and the faces appear beautifully frosted against the mirrored background.

You can check out the listing, here.

It's a beauty and good luck to the bidders!

Franklin Mint Medals of the American Revolution

We just listed a beautiful set of Franklin Mint medals on Ebay this evening.

This set was minted in 1976 and there are 50 rounds that depict scenes from the American Revolution.

The title of the set is: The Medallic History of the American Revolution.

Each round is 32 mm and is made of solid Sterling Silver.

There are over 21 ounces of silver in this set.

Housed in a wood display case, this limited edition set is very rare - I haven't been able to locate another one like it.

The auction listing is here, and it will run for seven days.

There is a low reserve - pretty much at melt value as of this post.

Don't miss it - they are hard to come by and silver is a great investment!

Lowering Prices

We have begun to lower the prices in our ebay store.

 

The beginning prices on many of our auction are also going through some changes.

 

We are lowering many of the starting prices to $9.99.

 

The holiday season is coming,and we really want to move much of our merchandise.

 

What better way then to offer our customers some really good deals.

 

We will also be listing some different kinds of items in our store with in the next few weeks.

 

We have some hard to find vehicle parts from some older, long-gone cars that some people will be happy to see.

 

So keep your eyes open on our store - we might have just what you need!

Sterling Silver Indians

We are listing several more of the sterling silver American Indians this weekend.

They are beautiful collectibles that have been selling quite well these past couple of weeks.

Next week we will adding the really famous ones such as Sitting Bull and Pontiac.

Geronimo is my husband's favorite.

He was one tough man that went through much in his life.

I may save that one as a gift for him, I haven't decided yet.

Don't miss what we have online - this rare collection is almost gone.

Good luck!

Travel Overnight Shaving Cases

Some of our new inventory includes travel cases or kits for men.

These overnight cases store shaving and grooming items for travelling.

Some of them are leather, some are synthetic leather, and others are canvas.

We have been listing them on ebay and there are a couple of varieties in the store also.

The Dopp Kits are the most popular and are our best sellers.

They are made of leather and have a built-in frame that allows them to stand wide open when they are unzipped.

They make a great gift for any man.

Thanks to Our Customers

It has been a good week here at KML's Corner, and I just wanted to take a minute to thank our customers.

We will continue to add more inventory to the Ebay store for the coming holiday shopping season - hopefully you will find something you like or need.

We have started listing the sterling silver American Indian rounds again this week for the silver buyers and collectors alike.

Hope our customers enjoy their purchases, and once again, we thank you for your business.

It is appreciated!

Summer's End

Per the calendar, summer ends on the 23rd of this month.

But with the start of school and the cooler weather moving in, most in the US consider the Labor Day weekend the official end of summer.

And next comes the shopping season for the holidays.

And putting more listings in the store, both on the website, and ebay, is our goal these next couple of months.

Along with our listings of clothes, shoes, collectibles, and household items, we will be putting some silver rounds on too.

More of the American Indians collection will be listed also.

Hopefully we will have something for everyone - so keep your eyes peeled.

 Thanks for stopping by!

Hurricane and No Power

Just a quick post to let my customers know what's happening in this corner of the world.

We were hit with Hurricane Irene on Sunday.

We got through it fine, but it has been two days, and we have no electricity.

We run a small generator that powers only a couple of things at a time and the computer is not considered a necessity.

So, I do get on it - once in the morning and once in the evening.

We are trying our best to keep up with the orders - so far so good.

Please have patience if we do not answer your questions immediately.

We will get back to you.

Thanks for understanding and hopefully thing will be back to normal soon.

More Indians Next Week

Next weekend is a holiday in the US.

Labor day marks the end of the summer for us and the beginning of the school year for the kids.

Many families are making the most of this last long weekend of summer and are enjoying get-aways and visitors.

And the computer is the last thing on their minds for the most part.

Over the years I have found that online sales are really slow during these holiday weekends.

So we will not be posting any more of the sterling silver American Indian coins until next week so they end after the holiday.

We have a little over half of the set left.

Stay tuned!

American Indian Leaders Medallions

 

We have begun to list on Ebay a most interesting, quite rare collection of silver rounds.

The collection is called: American Indian Leaders Medallions.

It was minted by the Osborne Mint in 1979-1980.

There are 48 rounds that are made of Sterling Silver.

They are one ounce each.

They feature many of the famous Indian leaders from tribes across the US.

Only 5000 of these sets were produced.

We are listing them separately over the next few days, so if anyone is interested in the whole lot, they need to let me know so I can end the listings already on Ebay.

I would rather have kept them all together, but sadly they are valued more separately.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask - just leave a comment or go through the contact us link on the store website.

Check Outgoing Links

I posted on one of my other blogs a couple of weeks ago about checking the outgoing links on a website.

 Well, I had taken care of all of my blogs, and the KML store website was next on the list.

Before I got to it, I was sent an email from a program I have monitoring the site for any suspicious behavior.

And wouldn't you know, there was malware.

Fearing my site had been attacked, panic set in.

Upon further investigation, I found it was an outgoing link to website I had on my link exchange page.

This link had been on my page for years, I certainly didn't expect that.

Someone hacked that site, and it was showing up bad on mine.

Well, we can't have that, so off it came,

Along with a few others that let their domains and websites expire.

It's a shorter list now, but it's clean.

And that is the important thing!

Towle Crystal Bottle Stoppers

 

A rare find - a set of three crystal bottle stoppers made by Towle.

These beauties are made in Austria of full lead crystal.

Each one is a different design that measures about 5 3/4 inches.

They are the newest addition to the store and you can find out more about them here.

Enjoy!

Readying for the Holiday Season

It seems a bit early to be thinking about the upcoming holiday season, after all, it is only August.

But when it comes to being online and selling merchandise, the earlier one begins to think about it, the better.

It takes time to get the items ready, photo them, and then actually get them on the website.

It takes time for the search engines to crawl the new listings.

So, by the end of summer, I usually have dived into the "season".

Not sure how things will be this year with the economy as it is, but good deals are always in demand.

And we offer quite a few of those!

Pretty Pastel Perfume Bottles

 

 Pretty perfumes bottles made in Romania.

They are mouth-blown and hand-painted.

Delicate leaf and vine etchings adorn the outsides.

Topped with a gold colored glass stopper they stand approximately six inches high.

Purple, blue, green, and pink are the colors.

You can find what we have to offer, here.

Enjoy!

Crystal Pen Holder

 

This beautiful crystal pen holder is made in France.

It is made by Cristal d'Arques and is 24% lead crystal.

The holder is beautifully cut to reflect the light.

Fitted with a gold colored holder, the gold colored pen slips in perfectly.

This set is a classic that adds a special touch to any desk.

You can find the store listing here.

Thanks and enjoy!

Nachtmann Frosted Crystal Seal

 

Arching his back, this crystal seal stands upon his solid crystal base.

He is frosted and the base is clear - appearing to be a block of ice.

Made by Nachtmann of Germany, he is constructed of 24% lead crystal.

He stands about 4 1/2 inches tall and when held in the light you can see his real beauty.

You can find the listing here, in the store.

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy!

Rare Mrs Albee Award Glasses

 

We ran across this set of 12 stemware a while ago, and I have searched the internet and have not been able to find anything like them, anywhere.

They are an Avon award given to their members who had outstanding sales in the early 1970's.

From what I can gather, there were only six sets given out for the different regions across the country.

They feature Mrs Albee, the first Avon lady, dressed in all her finery of the late 1800's.

She is etched into the glass - the same design is on both the small and large glasses.

They are still in the original box that they arrived in back in the 1970's.

We have them listed on Ebay, and you can find the listing here.

They are a fine set of collectibles, and if you know anything about them, I would love to hear from you!

Only a Caretaker

Collectibles - we do not own them.

We may think we do, but true antiques and collectibles have been in many other's possession many times before.

And the reason you are holding them today is the same reason you have them.

You love them and take good care of them.

So they can be passed to the next person who will do the same.

We are only caretakers, as the previous ones who came before us and the ones who will come after us are also.

I sometimes wonder if they could talk, I bet the stories we would hear would be something.

Enjoy them while they are with you, and pass them on knowing that you have done your best with them.

A Thought on Those Satin Sheets

Back in April, I made a post about trying out some satin sheets.

I was concerned about them being polyester, but I was thinking the coolness of them would feel pretty good in the summer.

They are so nice and cool when you first get into them.

But man, do they hold the heat when being covered by them.

Must be that polyester in them.

But their smooth coolness is really good.

Still happy to have them.

Happy 4th of July!

A quick post to wish my customers a most Happy 4th of July!

A nice long weekend for most of us - but we are still here, and will process all new orders bright and early Tuesday morning.

Stay safe in your travels.

Enjoy your celebrations.

And think of the souls out protecting us this day so we can still enjoy the freedoms that allow us to celebrate this holiday.

Happy Birthday, America!

O'Neill Water Ski Vest

 

We have an O'Neill  women's water ski vest that we listed on ebay a couple of days ago.

It has never been used, but it has been in storage for a few years.

We bought it to use ourselves, but we never were able to finish fixing the boat we were going to use it on.

We are in the process of downsizing, so I can't see holding on to it any longer.

It's a beautiful vest - the neoprene is so smooth against the skin - much better than the nylon ski jackets.

It will end on Friday evening - good luck bidders!

Brass Bell

 

 Brass with a wood handle.

This bell is the type that was used by school teachers many years ago.

Or used by a sea captain when his ship is out to sea.

This particular one is labeled and engraved: "Captain's Table".

But I also have several other types that are plain with out the engraving on them.

Perfect for a nautical display.

They have the loudest ring - sure to get attention!

Old Sheet Music

 

We have several paper collectibles of vintage sheet music in our inventory.

They date back to the early 1900's.

They are in various states of condition, but considering their age, and the fact that they are paper, they are holding up well.

We have others that we haven't listed yet, so if you have any questions or interest, please let me know.

Tommy Hilfiger Belt

 

We have just two of these leather belts left.

They are made by Tommy Hilfiger and are a great casual style of men's belt.

Made of brown leather, they have a fabric inlay with the Tommy Hilfiger name brand repeated along the length.

A shiny brass buckle completes this style of belt.

Clicking the photo will take you to the store listing.

Thanks for stopping by!

Kenneth Cole Leather Wallet

 

Need a great gift for Dad?

A Kenneth Cole Leather wallet might be just the thing he needs.

This particular one comes with a leather key fob.

Two gifts in one.

To see the rest of the men's wallets we have in stock, please click here.

Please email with any questions.

Fete - The Wedding Experience

 

June is traditionally known as the month for Brides.

And this interesting book by Jung Lee covers all the aspects of planning a perfect wedding.

It acts as a surrogate planner and the author is an expert on that subject.

There are many beautiful photos also.

We have dropped the price of this book - so act quick!

Dopp Shaving Overnight Cases

 

A perfect gift for Dad this Father's Day is an overnight shaving case.

We have several kinds available and you can find them listed here.

Leather and non-leather ones.

Black or brown.

Dopp, Kenneth Cole, Perry Ellis and many others.

All reasonably priced and brand new.

Enjoy!

Father's Day Figurine

 

 This piece is titled: In Daddy's Footsteps.

It is made by the Figurine Factory and is a limited edition.

Number 99 of 3000 pieces made.

The father and son are in matching clothes and Dad is teaching his son how to walk.

A precious moment that captures the joy of the moment for each of them.

This piece stands about 9 1/2 inches tall.

We only have this last one available for a special dad on his special day!

Pretty Kitty Plate

 

This pretty little calico cat sits with her tail curled around her on a fluffy pillow.

This plate is titled: Mouse Cat.

It is part of the Cats Collection of the Formalities line made by Baum Brothers.

It measures eight inches across.

Vivid colors and beautifully designed, it would make a great gift for anyone who loves cats.

Clicking on the photo will take you to the listing.

Thanks for stopping by!

Ralph Lauren Tablecloth

 

A beautiful dark green tablecloth by Ralph Lauren.

It is a round shape that measures 70 Inches.

Made of a cotton/polyester blend, it is easy to care for.

It is from the Lauren Home Collection.

Brand new and in the original box.

Clicking on the photo will take you to the listing.

Thanks for stopping by!

Heart Shaped Trinket Box

 

Just added today - a pretty trinket box in the shape of a heart.

The removable top is decorated with pink pastel colored roses and rosebuds.

There is an old-fashioned fountain pen placed beside them.

The whole display has a plaid ribbon around them.

Not sure what the material is that it is made of, but it is fragile and will be packed carefully for shipping.

Clicking on the image will take you to the listing in the store.

Thanks for stopping by!

Blown Glass Paperweight

 

 A new piece of art glass has been added to the inventory.

It's a round paperweight made of blown glass.

There is a large bubble in the center that is surrounded by fine swirls of white.

A one of a kind piece of art.

Jim Daly Cards and Envelopes

 

We listed a pretty set of cards and envelopes in the store today.

It is boxed set of 12 cards by Pine Ridge Art.

They feature the artwork of Jim Daly, and his painting titled: The Conversation.

They are elegantly designed and the cards have a short bio of the artist on the back.

They make a great gift and are one of kind.

You can find the listing for them here.

Thanks for stopping by!

Different Sheets

I have always been a stickler for cotton sheets.

Not cotton blend, mind you, just the 100% cotton ones.

Both the flannel and the jersey sheets have to be cotton too.

I love the breathablity, smoothness, and feel of the cotton fabric.

And they don't pill like the cotton blend ones do.

Well, we are trying something new come summertime.

We found some satin sheets on sale, and we are hoping that they will be cool feeling during the hot summer months.

I am a bit concerned about them though as they are made of 100% polyester.

And they are a much thinner, lightweight fabric.

Sounds like they should be perfect - can't wait to try them.

Towle Crystal Bottle Stoppers

 

For those who like Elephants - we have the perfect gift.

We just added these pretty full lead crystal bottle stoppers to the store.

They are made by Towle, and are made in Austria.

This set of two features a solid crystal elephant and snail.

They are a beautiful, unique set - and we only have this one set available.

All the details can be found here.

Have a good weekend!

Fossil Die-Cast Car Clock

 

A cute little collectible made by Fossil - a die-cast car with a clock under the hood.

It is a limited edition timepiece that is one of 35,000 pieces.

The car is a vintage American Classic and is made of metal.

This link contains all the info on this item.

Too cute and it makes a great gift!

Laura Ashley Pillowcases

Most of the pillowcases we carry are for standard size pillows.

But we were lucky enough to run across a set of king size ones.

They are made by Laura Ashley and they are in the pretty Olivia pattern.

A hard to find style, and they are Made in the USA - which is even harder to find!

The listing is here to view all the details.

Silver Medals

 

The spot price for gold and silver has risen sharply over the last few months.

Last year at this time, the spot price for silver was $18 per ounce, two years ago it was $12.

As of Friday's close, the spot price for silver was $43 an ounce.

We acquired a partial set of the Masterpieces of Raphael that was minted by the Franklin Mint back in the late 1970's and early 1980's.

We only have two of these gold plated over silver metals left from this collection.

You can find them listed here.

By clicking on their photos in the store, you can find all the details for each one.

Wedgwood Peter Rabbit 1996 Calendar Plate

 

We ran across a collectible Wedgwood plate that we added to the store yesterday.

It is a calendar plate from 1996 and it is from the World of Peter Rabbit collection by Wedgwood.

This hard to find plate is made in England.

It is Copyright 1994 by Frederick Warne & Co.

This link will take you to the listing in the store.  

Let me know if you have any questions!

Google Feed

We have always used the google feed for inserting our items in the froogle marketplace.

There haven't been any problems until lately when google informed me that there was an error with our URL.

After updating, verifying, and claiming the URL again, all is looking and working fine.

Hopefully it stays that way.

Now, on to the next step - figuring out how to get a sitemap of all the products and sending that along to google too.

These are steps that are recommended to webmasters by google to help with getting exposure for your site.

And they are free to use - can't go wrong with that!

Login-in Loop Fixed

There was a slight glitch with the log-in for customers over the past couple of days.

A customer was kind enough to drop me a note, and I was finally able to get it figured out.

It had to do with the site security and the wrong code being used.

Just one little thing can make things so difficult.

And finding the answer was time consuming, but we finally found the info we needed to fix it.

Doing our best to keep us and our customers safe.

Thanks for your patience and to our customer for the heads up!

Kenneth Cole Address Book

 

Today we added a discontinued, hard to find item to the store.

An address book by Kenneth Cole.

It is leather and is red.

It comes with a two toned pen that has the Kenneth Cole name embossed on it.

The details can be found here.

Ralph Lauren Napkins

Today's addition to the Home Category features a set of 4 table linens by Ralph Lauren.

These napkins are in the pretty Holiday Damask pattern in the color of white.

We only have one set of them available.

We also have them in the color of Eggshell, which you can find here.

You can find the details for the white ones here.

As always - thanks for stopping by, and enjoy!

Vase with Platinum Trim

Another collectible was added to the inventory today.

This one is an elegant little bud vase that is Made in the USA.

It celebrates a couple's 25th wedding anniversary.

In the shape of a graceful pitcher, it measures approximately 8 1/2 inches high.

It is made of porcelain and is trimmed and decorated with 23k platinum

You can check it out here.

Back to Normal

It is really good to have the website back in order.

A lot of hard work was put into it - software code is a language unto itself.

And it leaves no room for error if everything is to work correctly.

We have a whole load of new stock in that needs to get added to the site.

Check out today's addition:

A collectible calendar plate from the early 1970's, made especially for the 200th birthday celebration of the USA.

It is copyright 1973 by Spencer Gifts.

Here is the link with all the details.

Thanks for stopping by!