Earring Lady of Plum er Sets Guinness Record
Carol McFadden of Plum er Pennsylvania owns the largest known earring collection with 22 922 pieces. She has worn each pair at least once and displays them in two rooms added to her home. The collection, begun at age 12, includes novelty items like toilets and lottery-ticket earrings and has earned her a Guinness record and a Jeopardy! nod.
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Michael Jackson
Alex
McFadden
Las Vegas
Precious
Carol McFadden
Plumer
Jewelry Cleaning Tips From AP Special Features
Jewelry needs occasional cleaning to restore sparkle. Use liquid jewelry cleaner or a homemade mix of dish detergent washing soda ammonia and warm water. Soak 1 to 10 minutes as needed. Keep sink drain closed when cleaning and avoid mixing cleaners with bleach to prevent hazardous fumes.
Collector's parlor reveals a houseful of vintage fashion finds
Phyllis Crance's Frederick rowhouse hosts a rich display of art deco beaded bags, knickers, bonnets, purses, and 1920s dresses. The collection spans beaded evening bags, leather clutches, slips, hats, and patriotic memorabilia, with heirlooms like grandmother's glasses and an 1889 autograph book. Crance began collecting about 30 years ago, stores many items at home and a booth, and cherishes the stories behind each piece.
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Phyllis Crance
Yellow Springs
Goodwill Industries
Jeanne Bussard Center
Hendrikson
Summer fashion trends of the sixties inspired by Malibu to East Hampton
The piece surveys a challenging season for over 30s with hipster trousers and bold prints, advising wearer-friendly substitutions like capri pants and mid-tone pastels. It highlights Jackie Onassis inspired cropped jackets, slim skirts, tunic tops, and floral prints as practical, stylish options evoking 1950s and 1960s American sportswear.
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Malibu
Palm Beach
East Hampton
Ali McGraw
Michael Kors
Jackie Onassis
Nicole Fabri
Hugh
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This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!