Archive for August, 2012

FLEA Merch

August 18, 2012

FLEA Merch

I recently attended the Junction Flea for the first time. I discovered that it’s not only a great place for vintage finds, it’s also a smorgasbord of original signs.

Here’s one celebrating the event. The word “FLEA” takes slab serifs to an almost comical extreme and the curling script of “Merch” is an irresistible contrast.

The poster (available for $20) has a retro feel that’s in perfect keeping with the spirit of the event.

Amid the merchandise for sale I spotted wooden printing blocks and other letters retired from duty, all begging for new uses.

The next Junction Flea is on September 9.

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Shishkabob

August 8, 2012

Shishkabob

Looks like there’s been a price adjustment here. I love how the yellow type calls so much attention to itself.

Over on the window to the right it says shishkabobs are $2.25. The restaurant is temporarily closed right now. Maybe they’ll revise that sign when they reopen.

I find the peculiar price endearing for some reason. And check out the eight: with its bigger loop at the top, it seems to be upside down. It’s a little twist in an already idiosyncratic sign.

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