Welcome to Paper and Plush
'Thrift Store Items in Demand'
Welcome to Paper and Plush, a cozy corner of the internet where nostalgia meets thrift store items in demand. Here you’ll find carefully curated vintage postcards, ephemera, artwork, plushies, and other one-of-a-kind treasures that bring the past back to life. As you browse, be sure to visit our blog—each post shares a personal story or memory inspired by a featured item, so you can connect with the history behind every piece.
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Well, This is a Mystery...
"This photograph turned up in a lot of vintage ephemera, with a handwritten note on the back claiming it shows ‘Astronaut Armstrong’s brother and family watching the spaceman’s moon trip.’ A small newspaper clipping is attached, but there are no names, dates, or details to prove the story.
I can’t confirm whether this family is truly connected to Neil Armstrong or if it’s simply a tall tale passed along with the photo. What I can say is that it captures a real moment of wonder from the space age—whoever they are, they’re watching history unfold.
This piece is sold as‑found, with its original handwriting and news clipping, for you to research, question, or simply enjoy as a little mystery from the past.”
Thrift Store Items in Demand: Books | Greeting Cards | Magazines | News Articles | Puzzles | Photos | Stuffed Animals | Dolls | And Much More!