Every House Had One In The '60s — Now They're A Thrift Store Gem For Collage Walls

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With more and more people using vintage decor to style modern homes, it's mind-boggling how this 1960s gem has seemingly flown under the radar. It's time to get reacquainted with flower-themed wall plaques, because they could just be the missing piece for your collage wall. This daisy plaque made by Wondermold Industries was one of many designs created using Lucite brand acrylic, making it more durable than glass and more versatile for color clarity than standard acrylic. Plastic was a staple material of mid-century modern design used for furniture, housewares, and decor. So if you love all things MCM and retro, this display piece could be the perfect way to accent your home.

The 1960s was the era where interior spaces were designed to be warm, uplifting, and fused with both nature-inspired and geometric prints. By incorporating floral decor from that time period, you can fill your home with the same happy vibes. The Wondermold daisy plaque is also a perfect example of mid-century modern color palettes. It boasts a burnt sienna center, harvest gold petals, and avocado green leaves; a classic fusion of shades from the past. If you're looking for a slightly different color scheme or flower design, don't worry! There are a bunch of other similar floral wall decor. The '60s even produced additional items like flower napkin holders and 3D vase sculptures that would look stunning on wall shelves. 

If you're lucky, the Wondermold plaque you pick up will have a sticker label on it, otherwise it's a guessing game. By familiarizing yourself with its use of Lucite to craft bold, playful pieces, you can better understand what to look for. This rings true whether searching in antique shops or through online marketplaces. While the Wondermold daisy plaque serves as a good model, there are other companies that created flower plaques during the 1960s, so you have plenty of colors and designs to choose from. Examples include flower plaques created by New Designs Inc (often associated with Wondermold due to almost identical products) and Syroco.

Regardless of the brand, you'll be happy to know that most retro flower plaques are sold for way less than $100 with a few exceptions. If you're on the hunt for authentic '60s pieces, one thing to look out for is modern interpretations of Lucite acrylic decor, especially when hunting for thrift store gems or online where vintage and everyday items are displayed side-by-side. Another thing to keep in mind is that you may not be able to accurately determine whether a plaque was created in the 1960s versus the 1970s, since the products are so similar. That's when shopping in antique stores or through reputable sellers on Etsy and eBay can come in handy, as they're versed in verifying the plaque's age and authenticity. Once it's in hand, use the flower plaque to create the perfect gallery wall or spice up a boring tabletop.