Post #9309 by laney on Thu, Sep 26, 2002 11:47 AM

I've always had interest in tiki because my parents took us kids to polynesian restaurants (in matching outfits mind you) My first mug came from their garage (Mr. Bali Hai, and a suffering bottle in box) and they have several that they will not let me have until my Mom dies. She said to put my name on them. My stylish parents got me into collecting palms and cycads also. I guess it all goes with a tropical theme. On their first date my Dad stole a mug for my Mom (the bartender wouldn't sell one)

Like I've always said, I love all the new tiki crap but treasure my vintage pieces. I have this question for you Talkie Tiki (and your name always makes me laugh-that's one of my favorite episodes)
How do you keep something from becoming popular? I would guess by not buying any new stuff or old for that matter, supply and demand. Do you have any new tiki junk? It is out of our control. Just be glad you snapped up some things before the price hikes. Fads come and go and come back again. I think to most of us, it is deeper than a fad that brought us here.

[ Edited by: Laney on 2002-09-26 20:07 ]