The Allee Willis Museum of Kitsch

Don Youngblood “For The Good Times” – amazing self produced lp

What kills me is that Don is drinking beer in a champagne glass and his cigarette is snuffed out. I think it would have been pretty fab to...

April 22, 2011 by denny

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Willis Vision – 11 x 14 (a painting by Denny)

Just so everyone knows, I am not obsessed with Allee but every time I paint I think of her. So what I have done as a tribute for such amaz...

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Denny’s Adventures in Allee Willis’ “Willis Wonderland” (Part 122 – August 2010)

I didn’t have the game but I do remember having the vinyl “All In The Family” LP. This is kitschy but I was never a “...

April 21, 2011 by denny

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Grants Liquor Advertisement

I love everything about this ad from his glasses down to his vinyl pants. The pants look vinyl to me but the sweater is absolutely fabulou...

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Glass Boot Mugs

Saw these at The Hope Chest and thought that all the glassware here made for an interesting display....

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The Chef 8 x 10 (a painting by Denny)

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April 20, 2011 by denny

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Detroit Roadside Sculptures – pictures taken on April 7th

This was taken on April 7th as I was heading down route 94 in Detroit, making my way to my hotel where I promptly unpacked, grabbed my camer...

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Warholak Tires in Detroit

We spotted this tire shop while exploring Detroit and I was initially attracted to the architecture and really plotzed when I saw what was s...

April 18, 2011 by denny

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Mary Lee’s Candy Factory in Downtown Detroit

This is how close the crew was to each other when we were all staying in Detroit. Behind this old brick building that once housed Mary Lee...

April 17, 2011 by denny

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Wooden Wall Plaque with little girl reading…

This was a 50 cent item that I did not buy but felt that because she had a face made out of a rock, I had to photograph it. Almost 8×10...

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Lightning bug – 11 x 14 (a painting by Denny)

My take on a lightning bug. This little creature goes to the moon, pulls the chain to turn off the moonglow and then goes about to do his ...

April 16, 2011 by denny

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Nun toothpick holder

This is small, about 4 inches tall and is wood. I am assuming this is used for toothpicks as it is the only thing that I can think of that o...

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White Tower Burger Buildings!

I just learned about White Tower burgers as I am watching the Blaxploitation film “Detroit 9000” and I believe the picture here ...

April 15, 2011 by denny

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Children’s Rocking Horse Ceramic Planter

So much in this picture. A pill case, hand made ceramic thing, flower dishes in the back, picture frames and a watermelon sculpture. Thi...

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Harry Stoneham “I Feel Good, I Feel Funky” (The Funky Hammond)

This makes me very happy....

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The Kitty 14 x 11 (a painting by Denny)

This painting was pretty much inspired by an encounter I had with the cats at “Willis Wonderland”. I had no idea when I picked...

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Fresh-Ups – Facial Wipes (1960’s advertisement)

If this product means that we would always shine like this after using it I would fill my cabinets with them....

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Plastic Flower Sculpture

Stands about a foot tall and could be yours for $1.00....

April 14, 2011 by denny

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Michigan Central Depot Station (built in 1913)

Came across this amazing bit of architecture in Dearborn which is on the outskirts of downtown. It’s breathtaking and I would have g...

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Denny’s Adventures in Allee Willis’ “Willis Wonderland” (Part 121 – August 2010)

Golf club bottle opener! I believe this is a dog ring holder? Motor City baby! Storage for these fabulous aluminum drink stirrers. Beatnik w...

April 13, 2011 by denny

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Elwood Bar & Grille in downtown Detroit

Gorgeous little eatery in downtown Detroit that was located not far from where I was staying. My first day in Detroit, Ernie and I took of...

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Denny’s Adventures in Allee Willis’ “Willis Wonderland” (Part 126 – August 2010)

One of Allee’s most cherished sets of coffee cups. Love the ball for a handle! These really are a gorgeous set! Double-sided shot glas...

April 12, 2011 by denny

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Detroit Donuts – Donutville U.S.A.

We stopped to photograph and film this little donut shop while shooting in and around Detroit. The best part of this donut shop was the ar...

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Denny’s Adventures in Allee Willis’ “Willis Wonderland” (Part 120 – August 2010)

I love these and did not get the chance to obtain any info from Allee regarding the history of these dishes....

April 7, 2011 by denny

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Yehna Sampyla “JUSSIPUSSI” dinner rolls

I am almost 100% sure this is a real product but I am not sure what country these fantastic rolls are from. I wonder how much it costs for...

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