Even though I am a morning person through and through, there is something about the fading light in late afternoon that I just love. When dusk approaches, I turn on a few small lamps in my studio that make the room feel extra cozy.
One of my newest acquisitions sits in a pool of light on my worktable: a 1956 Smith-Corona typewriter. Having sold similar machines in the past, I purchased it for my Etsy shop. I even found a brand new ribbon online, so now this relic works beautifully.
I really like its Art Deco styling, sage green color, and the clatter the keys make. Funny because this mid-century model is called the Silent-Super. Back in the day, maybe it was considered one of the quieter portable typewriters. It's fun to use and I find it endearing, so perhaps I will keep it around for a while.
Happy Friday!
Susan
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Oh my gosh Susan that is just like the one I learned to type on in the 10th grade. It was so much easier to type on a more modern one than the old Underwood black ones we had in the typing room. I have an Underwood portable from the 1940's on my desk that I use to display my vintage Christmas, Valentines, Easter and Mother's Day cards. Oh and other times I display my mother's graduation cards from 1931. When I was in high school I use to say I never wanted to see one of those black chunks ever again and now I own one, Yikes! My typing teacher would be so proud!!!Hahaha!!!
Posted by: Elsie | February 07, 2016 at 04:43 PM