Defunct Pillows
Description: Step into nostalgia with our Rebel Motel design, inspired by the iconic Eufala, Alabama destination. Featuring a vintage matchbook style and classic blackletter font, it captures the essence of this beloved spot. Known for its slogan "For The Rest of Your Life," the Rebel Motel offered Southern hospitality at its finest. Adjacent to the motel was the Rebel Restaurant, serving up delicious home-style cooking including steaks, chops, chicken, seafood, and more. Add a touch of retro charm to your collection today!
Description: This hand-drawn recreation captures the essence of a 1960s-era motel, featuring the iconic matchbook art from the Coliseum Motel in Montgomery, Alabama. The design highlights the motel's distinctive signage and its key amenities— a cocktail lounge, private dining room, swimming pool, TV in every room, room service, and telephones in every room.
Description: Introducing our nostalgic Heart of Auburn Motel design, a hand-drawn recreation of vintage matchbook art from this beloved Auburn landmark. Featuring a heart with a silhouette skyline of Auburn, this design pays tribute to the once-bustling roadside motel. Offering classic amenities like a restaurant and pool, the Heart of Auburn Motel was a staple for travelers before closing its doors in 2005. The intricate details capture the charm of neon lights and retro travel. Whether you're an Auburn fan, a history buff, or a lover of vintage Americana, this design lets you carry a piece of Auburn’s past wherever you go!
Description: The Seattle Rainiers, originally named the Seattle Indians and also known as the Seattle Angels, were a Minor League Baseball team in Seattle, Washington, that played in the Pacific Coast League from 1903 to 1906 and 1919 to 1968. They were initially named for the indigenous Native American population of the Pacific Northwest, and changed their name after being acquired by the Rainier Brewing Company, which was in turn named for nearby Mount Rainier.
Description: Bringing football to the world. The World Football League (WFL) was a short-lived American football league that played in 1974 and part of 1975. Although the league's proclaimed ambition was to bring American football onto a worldwide stage, the farthest the WFL reached was placing a team – the Hawaiians – in Honolulu, Hawaii. The league folded midway through its second season, in 1975.
Description: Relive the magic of The Forty Thieves Restaurant & Lounge with this vintage-inspired design. Located in Birmingham, Alabama, this themed eatery opened in 1972, offering an Arabian Nights experience. The logo, featuring traditional Arabian garb, and vintage typography capture the essence of this iconic restaurant. Whether you're a fan of vintage design or a collector of restaurant memorabilia, this design is sure to delight. Add it to your collection and enjoy the nostalgia of The Forty Thieves.
Description: The Lane Drug Company of Ohio (also referred to as "Lane’s Discount Drugs", or "Lane's), was a discount drugstore chain in the United States that was originally based in Toledo, Ohio. On 10 April 1989, the chain was acquired by Rite Aid Corporation of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and operated as a division of Rite Aid until late 2024, when Rite Aid closed all Ohio locations after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October, 2023.
Description: Saddle up for a wild ride with our Sea Ranch Restaurant design, featuring a quirky and iconic recreation of a cowgirl riding a fish. This playful, retro-inspired artwork captures the whimsical spirit of Sea Ranch Seafood, a classic restaurant known for its seafood and lively atmosphere. Drawing inspiration from the swinging '60s, this design brings together the best of bold, coastal fun with a touch of Southern charm. Perfect for seafood lovers and vintage style enthusiasts alike, add this design to your collection and celebrate a unique piece of local history with a twist of humor!
Description: Experience the nostalgia of The Cotton Patch restaurant in Eutaw, Alabama, with our hand-drawn retro matchbook cover design. Known for its fried chicken, fluffy biscuits, and unique watermelon rind pickles, The Cotton Patch was a beloved gem before closing in 2008. This design features the restaurant's exterior in a retro "puffy" font reminiscent of cotton, honoring its Southern roots and cherished memories for locals and University of Alabama students. With famous patrons like Bear Bryant and Hank Williams, The Cotton Patch left a mark on the community. Perfect for fans of Southern heritage, this piece captures the spirit of a treasured dining experience. Keep the memory of The Cotton Patch alive with this unique design!
Description: Set sail into history with this hand-drawn reproduction of a vintage matchbook design from the iconic Mobile Seamen's Club Hotel. Featuring intricate script lettering that mimics the texture of rope, complemented by a classic ship's wheel, this design evokes the charm and nautical spirit of a bygone era. Proudly showcasing the slogan "The World's Finest Hotel for Seamen," it captures the essence of the historic hotel that served as a beacon for seafarers in Mobile, Alabama. Whether you're a lover of maritime history or vintage design, this artwork brings a touch of the sea to any collection. Perfect for those who appreciate both style and nostalgia.
Description: Step back in time with this hand-drawn recreation of the Travel Inn sign, once proudly standing along Highway 43 in Grove Hill, Alabama. Proclaiming itself "Modern as Tomorrow," the Travel Inn opened in 1966 and quickly became a landmark for road travelers. Its bold, oversized sign was hard to miss, with bright colors and retro flair that called out to those looking for comfort in a new, modern space. This design celebrates the spirit of mid-century travel culture and the optimism of an era that believed the future was always just around the corner. Perfect for those who appreciate vintage Americana, classic motels, or simply the nostalgia of the open road.
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Description: The defunct educational film company and often RiffTrax target is resurrected as...something! The choice is yours! AH/P as the "cool" kids called them made such fine short films as "The Talking Car", How to Be a Friend", Courtesy Count a Lot", "My Brother is Afraid of Anything" and the classic "The Calendar: How to Use It." Why there were not many educational film companies that were more prolific or head scratchingly confusing as Alfred Higgins Productions.
