I came across a post about Aloca’s Book of Decorations (1959, Aluminum Company of America and Artists and Writers Press, Inc.). The star of the show, in this case, is tin foil.

While some may argue these designs are “cute,” I find they fall into that semi-unsettling-for-inarticulate-reasons category that always strikes my fancy.


Foil head coverings are a bit of a stretch.

The camel in the back is pretty cool. He’s just standing there marveling at the freaks next to him.

Not really a majestic mythical beast…but it’s…shiny and crinkly?

Okay Aloca, you got me here. This helmet is badass.

And my Christmas crafts for this coming year…

Cannot type/talk due to severe illness (all words courtesy of voice software or kind typing helpers)…I read and appreciate all comments…Apologies for not being able to respond.