Mantel (from Chicago Restaurant) Installation - Jan 2012
The installation photos speak for themselves! Enjoy...
Oconomowoc, WI - Dec 2011
Not the usual fare, the Oconomowoc job was the result of a "salvage auction". On the coldest day to date in December (wind chills at minus 10), J trekked down to Oconomowoc to retrieve the last of our materials...the front porch and corbels! With the harsh December wind blowing inland off the lake, J drove up to the sight to find himself among a scurry of amateur "salvagers", those Oconomowoc natives who were also retrieving the last of their material. J's beat-up 1999 diesel truck and graffiti covered, 16 foot enclosed trailer nestled itself in a strategic loading position among a number of hybrid Priuses, Hondas and Volvos. As expected, he found himself surrounded by normal citizens with new air-respirators, new leather work gloves and new steel-toed boots, all claiming what was rightfully theirs from the auction.
Reclaiming architectural material can be as complicated as an FBI extraction mission! Throw in a few innocent by-standers and things get even more complicated. With his hardhat firmly affixed to his head, J stood in front of the porch evaluating the work to be done (did I mention he is by himself?!) Keep in mind, after 20+ years of salvaging experience, J is extremely resourceful, creative and never submits to defeat! After 45 min to an hour of evaluating the complexities of the situation, he went to the nearest gas station for a hot cup of coffee. Upon his return, he still was without a definitive plan that would accomplish the complex task of removing the porch a piece at a time, and allowing his "fellow salvagers" safe exit to and from the house. If you have had the opportunity to personally work with J, you will know that he always says, "The big problem is simply made up of many small problems. Solve one problem at a time."
Then it came to him, "give me a lever and I can move the world". Words spoken by a very dear friend, Dan, a fellow salvager and antique dealer from Oconto Falls. Dan passed away less than a few short years ago. With Dan on his mind, and perhaps hovering above J's right shoulder, he began his arduous task.
As he prepared the porch for the extraction of the columns, several "fellow salvagers" told him he absolutely could not salvage that front porch. As he continued working, a buzz of conversation began within the house, bringing most of the "fellow salvagers" out to the porch and down to the lawn. After imparting their feelings of dismay that he would salvage the very porch they needed to get in and out, J simply replied "watch me". AND they did! They watched him build a lever system in which he could simply push on the end of his crowbar, lift the porch roof with enough room to install make-shift columns from the waste material pile, then tap out the first 10 foot column, and carry it down to the trailer. After removing the second column, he turned toward the trailer with the column on his shoulder, only to see a line of vehicle traffic parked on the curb taking in the spectacle.
Upon his return to the porch, he gathered his tools, secured the load, and departed Oconomowoc with two porch columns, and a whisper in his right ear, "I"m proud of you."
A Warm, Happy Holidays from us to you and yours!
We will be open this week for regular retail hours: Thu (15) and Fri (16), 10 - 4 and Sat (17), 10 - 2.
Next week we will be open Thu (Dec 22), 10 - 4 and closed Fri and Sat.
Custom Built Garbage Bin
Salvaged barn board, ceiling tin, cabinet latches and hinges meld form and function for the kitchen!
Jeff and Stephanie - Illinois Project
We are so fortunate to meet amazing and inspiring couples like Jeff and Stephanie! We met in January of 2011 just before they raised the roof of their home. At the time, they needed salvaged flooing. In the meantime we've collaborated on reclaimed mantel tile, lighting, additional flooring, grates, etc, etc. We are SO lucky to do what we love and reap the benefits of lifelong friendships!
Menasha and Appleton (WI) Salvage, Oct 2011
Click on the photos below to view recently acquired material. These items are currently in the "Private" area of the shop, and available for purchase.
Summer Project - How to hide your neighbors pool!
Crescent Moon can only take credit for supplying the doors for this project. The idea and installation were all theirs! We LOVE it!!
Wide Plank Flooring, Stair Treads and Risers
Milled from reclaimed Burr Oak log cabin beams using a 39 inch diameter headsaw to create coveted circular saw marks of a by-gone era
Installed and finished by homeowner
Bling!! A Collaboration with the Oshkosh Public Museum
"BLING!!-100 Years of over embellished fashions" is the latest exhibit at the Oshkosh Public Museum (Sept 10, 2011 - Mar 4, 2012)
A collaboration between the Museum and a number of Downtown businesses has Crescent Moon showing a softer side to the salvage business! The Museum has provided busts to participating business to decorate in their interpretation of "bling".
The busts will be on display this Saturday, Oct. 1 during Gallery Walk from 6 - 9pm.
In mid-October the busts will travel to Becket's for the museum's fashion show.
Then in November, they will be placed throughtout area businesses and locales to promote the museum's exhibit.
Lastly from December thru March the busts will join the BLING! exhibit at the Museum.
Officer Jim Plymire Benefit
As difficult as it is for me to ask for any help of any kind, I find myself in a monumental situation. For those of you that know my husband, J, as my "lift and tote boy" at the store, it may come as a surprise that he is a Lieutenant with the Neenah Police Department, and has been the entry man on the Neenah SWAT Team for over 20 years. For as long as J has been on the SWAT team, Jim Plymire has been the Neenah Police Sniper. I am writing to ask for your help! Jim faces a battle today of stage four cancer. In quiet dignity he silently fights, too proud to ask for help.
It is for Jim that J has designed and created an absolutely beautiful table. This 54" round table is graced with lines designed by God's own wood grain. It has a certain soft, commanding presence. J says it has a heart and soul, a primitive elegance. I see it, and hope you will too!
We are inviting you to a limited, private viewing of the table at the store until September 23. This remarkable piece of furniture will be donated for silent auction at Waverly Beach on September 24. It is the only one of it's kind, and will not be duplicated. It is branded and signed by Crescent Moon with a private commemorative message.
Jim Plymire is a 22-year veteran of the Neenah Police Department. He is a Marine Corp veteran and has quietly served his country and community with distinction. A gentle man who is loved and respected on both sides of the law. Jim Plymire is many things to many people. To our family he is Jimbo , the man that keeps my husband, our daughters' "Papa", and his SWAT Team safe.
The members of the Neenah hostage rescue team know when they are called to go through the door only their courage, commitment and training will see them through to a successful resolution. For J and the rest of the team the scary part isn't during the entry, it is during the approach. It is while they are exposed and vulnerable.
Only one human factor has provided protection during that critical entry phase over the last 20 years. Jimbo has been the man to sit silently in the rain, sleet or snow for potentially hours watching over the team to protect them as they make their way to the door.
I remember one particular occasion when a SWAT call came in during the wee hours of the night. A very bad man had pistol whipped a 12 year old girl, beaten his girlfriend senseless, then barricaded himself within a 3-unit occupied structure, fully intending to go out in a blaze of glory! The victims and other residents needed help! The man refused all negotiations, had rigged the entire residence with improvised explosive devices intending to kill anyone who entered. Over several hours, in the dark of night, the SWAT team successfully rescued the innocent victims, leaving the man inside the home alone. The man continued shooting throughout the entire incident while hidden inside the house.
Heavily armed and screaming his commitment to do harm, he eventually moved down the front porch to engage the SWAT team. A battle was about to begin when a single shot rang out. With the skill of only a select few, Jimbo had prevented what would have been a running gun battle through a quiet neighborhood in Neenah, WI.
Please help me return the favor to the man who has helped keep J, and others safe on too many dark nights.
I am asking that if you want to make this table your own, or take part in something bigger than all of us, that you submit your silent bid.
Click on the photos below to view these inspiring projects!
Industrial Salvage Site
A morning fieldtrip to bid out an industrial salvage job lends itself to a great photography opportunity! Click on the photos below...ENJOY!
"America the Beautiful" Vacation
We have taken the opportunity to take a family vacation! We will be closed Thursday, June 30 thru July 6th. Click on the photos below to ride along with us.
Convent Salvage, 6th Street, Menasha, WI - May, 2011
Click on the photos below to view recently acquired material. These items are currently in the "PRIVATE" area of the shop, and available for purchase.
Farmers Market Moves to Downtown
Oshkosh is living up to it's name as, EVENT CIY! The first week of June, 2011 brought the FARMERS MARKET to the 400 and 500 blocks of downtown! Numerous volunteers worked endless hours in preparation for this event. CMAS was honored to contribute two unique, custom benches from our vast collection of materials for the Oshkosh Garden Clubs downtown garden.
The Farmers Market runs every Saturday from 8 am - 12 pm, rain or shine from June 4 thru October 22 in the 400 & 500 blocks.
(For access to our store and the Market, please use our parking lot on the north side of our building, accessible from Division Street on the west side of our building.)
Birds of a Feather Flock Together, A Collaborative Exhibit
Gallery Walk, Sat, May 7, 6 - 9pm
"Birds of a Feather Flock Together"
A Collaborative Exhibit
Celebrating Oshkosh's designation as a Bird City
on International Migratory Bird Day
Featuring:
*The Tom Beardsley Collection of Fond du Lac, Internationally recognized painter and carver showcased by Carol Beardsley
*Shari Mauer of New Holstein, "Heart to Heart": handmade whimsies from WI
*Frank Zuern of Oshkosh, Hand Carved Snowy Owl and MORE!
*The Oshkosh Public Museum, "Signs of the Times"
May - Historic Preservation Month Display
Donated items from our collection help inform and educate visitors to the Menasha Public Library about the Menasha Landmark Commission's Historic Preservation Campaign.
April Gallery Walk: "Signs of the Times", A Collaboration with the Oshkosh Public Museum
A wonderful spring evening was had by all. Over 300 guests visited Crescent Moon and took in "Signs of the Times", a collaborative exhibit with the Oshkosh Public Museum. A "sign" of a fabulous evening...100 cookies devoured by 9 pm! Many guests entered to win a History Basket courtesy of the Museum by finding "signs of the times" throughout our showroom. Winner to be announced.
WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP
WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2011 ~ 6 - 9 pm
at
Crescent Moon Antiques and Salvage
537 N. Main St., Oshkosh
Convenient parking in lot on the north side of building
INSTRUCTOR: J KARNER
LT. KARNER works with the Neenah Police Department
22 YEARS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT in Close Quarter Combat, Firearms Instructor, Ground Defense, Special Weapons and Tactics Knife Defense, Intermediate Weapons
30 YEARS TEACHING EXPERIENCE
2ND DEGREE BLACK BELT, US KARATE TEAM
THIS LIFE-SAVING WORKSHOP, ORIGINALLY DEVELOPED FOR FEMALE POLICE OFFICERS, OFFERS THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF PERSONAL PROTECTION!
SIMPLE, AND HIGHLY EFFECTIVE FOR YOUNGER AND OLDER WOMEN!
COMFORTABLE, FUN, STRESS-FREE ENVIRONMENT!
YOU'LL WALK AWAY FROM THIS WORKSHOP WANTING TO TEACH THIS TO FEMALE FRIENDS AND FAMILY!
REGISTRATION (non-refundable) IS $45, or $15 for YOUNG PERSON/S, AGES 13 - 17 (MUST be accompanied by an adult)
SPACE IS LIMITED! REGISTER BY MARCH 8th
Attire: PLEASE WEAR COMFORTABLE CLOTHING, AND BRING A SHIRT WITH A COLLAR.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS:
- ONLINE
*TO Print and Mail a check: Click and print registration form and mail with payment
(MUST use print/mail option for YOUNG PERSON DISCOUNT)
*TO Pay Online: Click PRODUCTS from the menu, then WORKSHOPS
- Stop by the shop during these hours: Thur & Fri, 10-4, and Sat, 10-2
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Julie Karner at 920.232.6666
Limelight Studio shoots Green3 Apparel
Dec 2009 - Timing was perfect! We had just begun moving from our old shop to the new shop. Enough architectural material for props with plenty of space (including heat and a changing room for the models) was available in our new location to pull off an incredible photo shoot by Limelight Studio for Green3.
Find out more about these two incredible Oshkosh based businesses by following their links from our "ABOUT" page.
DOORBUSTERs!
Every once in awhile we get an inquiry regarding our limited retail hours of Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We're thinking there are others wondering just exactly what we do with our time "off"! First of all we have a LOT of fun. Then we mix in some good ole fashion hard work. If we're not out in the field doing salvage work, then most of the time we're at the shop working. Today was cleaning and inventory day at the shop. Three truck loads of material came in this weekend! Doors, windows, columns, railings, register grates, trim/mouldings, tubs...hmmm??...no kitchen sink...all needed to be cleaned, inventoried and displayed. Sounds simple! We use our "off" time to gather and prepare material so that retail hours are spent fully focused on meeting our customers' needs.
Special Delivery!
50 pedestal boxes; constructed, primed, painted and delivered by Crescent Moon! Guess what they're for??
Custom Built Harvest Table
Built using reclaimed lumber to our client's specifications, this beautiful harvest table is a work of art.
Accenting Your Home with Reclaimed Architectural Elements
Reclaimed architectural elements not only add focal points and flair to your home decor, but interesting topics for discussion among guests. With provenance our salvaged material tells a story of it's own! The arched window in this home was salvaged from the Masonic Temple in Beaver Dam, WI. Crescent Moon Antiques and Salvage reclaimed most of the architectural antiques from the building in Spring of 2009. 10 - 12 of the buildings on Front Street and Center Street were deemed "not structurally sound" and "contaminating to the river" after the massive flooding of 2008. All of these buildings were built along the river. In fact many of them, including the Masonic Temple were built directly over the river! The structures were amazing! When we were working in the basement, we could hear the rushing water of the river directly beneath us! It was an amazing experience. Most of the buildings that were built over the river at the turn of the century had holes piloted in the basement floors. So when the river water rose, the building would "absorb" the excess water, instead of resisting it. These historic buildings were razed in the spring of 2009. I am so glad to have taken pictures because the river front landscape has changed drastically!
Taking the Show on the Road
The Paine Plant Sale, Oshkosh, was the perfect setting to offer our "Saving the Past for Our Future" Keepsake Line.
WreckDefy Workshop
WreckDefy Workshop
All in a Day's Work
Main Street reconstruction is in full swing. We have easy access for you from Division Street, which runs parallel to Main Street on the west side. Enter our driveway, and park in our parking lot on the northside of our building. The sidewalk is open to our front door.
Our retail showroom is open Thu and Fri, 10 - 4 and Sat, 10 - 2.
Saturday, April 17 we will be open 10 - 4.
Weekend DIY Project - WINDOWS!
Check WINDOWS off your spring cleaning "to-do" list! The windows are washed and ready for your DIY Projects. Reclaimed windows are available in a variety of sizes, colors, and pane configurations. This versatility provides many options for a weekend project.
DIY Special - 20% off windows thru April
Our 537 N. Main Street Retail Showroom is open Thursdays and Fridays, 10 - 4 and Saturdays, 10 - 2. VIP Hours available upon request.
(Closed April 8, 9 and 10)
Winter 2009, Branching Out and Company, Appleton
Janell and Casee, CONGRATULATIONS on your new adventure and your gorgeous new store...Branching Out and Company, 1680 N. Casaloma Drive, Appleton! Crescent Moon provided "white box" design and reclaimed material for this project. Collaboration, creativity, foresight and enthusiasm was blooming through every step of the process! It was a privilege for us to work with such great people on such a great project! Enjoy the photos, but know that a roadtrip for a bouquet of flowers, plants or home accessories from BRANCHING OUT AND COMPANY would really set you in the mood for spring!
Winter, 2009 - Schoolhouse Maple Floor finds a new Home
Salvaged from a schoolhouse in northern Wisconsin, this 2 1/4 reclaimed maple floor finds a new home right here in Oshkosh. Reclaimed maple flooring fits seamlessly into old house restoration projects. Simply put, it is rich with character not found in today's modern flooring. It's character; bird's eye, spaulding, etc, comes from the original age of the wood, virgin timbers that were here long before you and I! Enjoy the photos, be inspired...
Get organized! Reclaimed door headers paired with vintage door knobs offer form and function. Great for coats, towels or treasured mementos.
DIY Special - 1 Door Header and 3 Blk/Wht Porcelain Knobs, $45.
Weekend DIY Project - Drink Coasters
Add cork discs to our reclaimed transom glass tiles to create a fabulous set of drink coasters! Great gift idea!
DIY Special, 4 glass tiles for $25.
Weekend DIY Project - Bottle Lamp
Make this FUN lamp with antique, collectible bottles available at Crescent Moon A & S. We currently have PEOPLES BEER and CHIEF OSHKOSH BEER, both rich with local history, and COCA-COLA bottles!
DIY Special, 5 Bottles for $12.50
(Lamp Kit available online, not available at CMAS)
537 N. Main, All Moved In!
December, 2009
Moving our retail location during the holidays was a bit hectic...but the Christmas spirit filled the air! The new building is quite amazing! The photos just don't seem to capture the aesthetic beauty of this 1930s structure! Stop by sometime, you'll see what we mean... Open Thursdays and Fridays, 10 - 4 and Saturdays, 10 - 2. Our line of work lends itself to flexibility. Thus, we offer you VIP Hours upon your request.
The Gibson Building, 537 N. Main, Our "New" Warehouse
A year in review... "A picture is worth a thousand words." I am so glad we took "before" pictures! We tend to forget where the work began when we are immersed in such an intense restoration. Enjoy the photos!
Public Enemies at the Oshkosh Public Museum
A MUST SEE display at the Oshkosh Public Museum! There is more than meets the eye as you stroll through this FABULOUS Dillinger inspired exhibit. The work of the museum staff is absolutely incredible. Crescent Moon was privileged to be behind-the-scenes when asked for a deco style bar. Once you learn the history of the bar that we contributed, and see the before and after pictures, you'll agree that the museum staff is AMAZING!! The exhibit is open until October 17...you must see it!
A Grand House Deserves a Grand Fixture
A beautiful brass, antique carriage light sets the stage for this grand entry! A legitimate antique light fixture always makes a statement! "They just don't make 'em like they used to!"
Belle Vie - a salon -
This once office suite, turned salon utilizes reclaimed materials for their warmth and character, in addition to cost effectiveness! Owner, Leslie, was fabulous to work with on this exciting new venture! Congratulations on your new salon!
Reclaimed Deco Globes Add Flavor to this new Kitchen
All of the globes and shades we offer on our website and in our retail showroom can be fitted with electrical housings from a variety of lighting resources. We offer FABULOUS globes and shades that often go unnoticed because they are displayed with out the original housings. Most of the antique globes and shades are so unique to their time, that they are rarely reproduced. We are fortunate to acquire them considering their fragile nature! Fortunately we have resources to complete any of our antique globes/shades with housings in finishes of your choosing. This kitchen project is a great example of incorporating reclaimed deco globes with new electrical housings.
Reclaimed Tin Enhances Grand Foyer in Historic Home
If you've ever had doubts about using reclaimed tin on a ceiling or walls, doubt no more! Old tin comes in a huge variety of patterns and sizes, unlike today's manufactured "tin". This variety allows for the use of multiple patterns with the flexibility to overlap. Overlapping becomes important when you are working with a non-conventionally shaped ceiling or wall. Reclaimed tin is also very easy to cut. Notice where the curve of the stairs meets the ceiling of the foyer... Did I mention this was a "do-it-yourself" project by the homeowners? Be inspired!
New Home Construction Blends Old with New
With this homeowner's keen eye for details and desire to use salvaged materials, this new home construction has a personal warmth and beauty! The photos allow us to see the beautiful end result. The journey, from blueprints to material selection to installation, is our favorite part! For Crescent Moon, a life-time friendship is the end result!
"Beauty is in the eye of the Beholder."
At first glance, storefront transom glass may seem unremarkable, plain or not worth salvaging. Often times it is overlooked, even when it remains intact serving it's original purpose. However, reclaimed transom glass is quite remarkable! A storefront transom glass window is made up of individual panes of glass that was typically used above the main storefront window on commercial buildings in the late 1800s to early 1900s. Each individual pane of glass is quite remarkable, in and of itself. The patterns and folds in each pane allow light to be manipulated and dispersed to reflect lots of light, in addition to privacy. (There are several examples of this type of glass under our products section.) We are fortunate to have acquired several storefront transom windows. It has a multitude of re-purposing options! In this project, the glass lent itself to a specific purpose, resulting in a custom piece of artwork.
"It's not what you look at that matters. It's what you see." - HDThoreau
Often times salvaged light fixtures are overlooked in a revitalization project or new house construction. It seems there is a fear of the unknown...electricity! But with a "how to" handbook, a commitment of time and attention to detail (new cloth wire), a salvaged chandelier can be the ICING ON THE CAKE!
Salvaged Vertical Grain Heartpine finds a new home
A do-it-yourself kitchen revitalization is a great place for our reclaimed antique vertical grain heartpine. Often times heartpine is associated with "pine". These two species of wood couldn't be more different! This antique 2 1/4" T&G floor is 100% vertical grain heartpine. It is milled from the "heart" of log, making it as dense/hard as oak.
Our customers never cease to amaze us. These photos were sent to us shortly after the flooring left the warehouse. Our hats off to you...your kitchen floor is beautiful!
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!
Crescent Moon has continued working with Universal Productions through spring and early summer. We have provided architectural antique hardware and doors for the filming of "Public Enemies", starring Johnny Depp. Our "cast" has been seen in shots on the streets of Chicago, as well as studio shots at Chicago Studio City. Check out the photos below for more details.
Niagara Townhall Salvage, Spring 2008
This salvage project yielded 5000+ square feet of tin, including multiple ceiling and wall tin. It has already found a home in a new, commercial construction project. We'll keep you posted on it's progress. Right now...it's a secret!
Collectible Post Card
To commemerate the Public Enemies movie being filmed in part in Oshkosh WI, Crescent Moon Antiques & Salvage has created this collectible post card. To order your own post cards please use the order form below.
Additionally we will be giving away the original newspaper that inspired this post card! Official rules are available on the order form.
Star Struck!
As filming and final preparations were being made, Crescent Moon was given a Hollywood-style guided tour of the set on Main Street in downtown Oshkosh. Several of the re-dressed storefronts were clad in doors from Crescent Moon Antiques and Salvage. Many of the "hero scenes" were bedazzled in Crescent Moon A&S hardware. It was such an honor to be in the hub of "lights, camera, action" with art director, Bill Skinner. More on PE below...
Day 1 - Public Enemies "Shoots" in Oshkosh
A day for paparazzi...Johnny Depp is in town! Filming started at the Masonic Temple and ended with handshakes down Jefferson Street.
Crescent Moon Continues Work for Public Enemies Filming
We have continued to work with Art Director, Bill Skinner, dressing the sets for the filming of Public Enemies in Oshkosh. We have provided architectural material for many of the "Hero Scenes"...commercial entry pulls on the exterior of the Skalsa Restaurant (aka: New Moon Cafe), brass push bars for the exterior of the Bank (aka: Masonic Temple), commercial entry pulls on the exterior for all eight doors of Walgreens (aka: The Exclusive Company), and commercial entry sets and interior faceplates and knobs for the airport (aka: Wittman Airport). More on PE below...
Y100, WNCY-Green Bay Broadcasts Live Morning Show from Crescent Moon!
We had so much fun with DJs, Charli and Coyote, and assistant Abby from Y100! We met early Friday morning and took them on a "secret operative" tour of the Public Enemies set! We ran into Justin from channel 5, WFRV, and did an interview with him for the morning show, too. More on PE below...
Crescent Moon Provides Architectural Antiques for Public Enemies Film
In mid-February, we began working closely with the Art Department, Set Designers, and Construction Crews for the filming of Michael Mann's movie, "Public Enemies", starring Johnny Depp. We have provided large quantities of architectural antiques and insight to authenticity to their project. We made numerous deliveries to Columbus, in addition to onsite consultations. Crescent Moon Antiques and Salvage became one of five vendors after a nation-wide search. In a short period of time, we were one of three vendors. During one of our deliveries to Columbus, we learned Warner Brothers was one of the other two vendors! WOW!!
New House Construction, 2007
It never ceases to amaze me how kindred spirits find each other. The concept was simple...a new house using architectural salvage material. The rational was sound...modern conveniences with old craftsmanship. The result...PHENOMENAL!
"Necessity is the mother of invention." -Thorstein Veblen
Would you believe there is a door behind this gorgeous architectural bed canopy? The unused passage door was obstructing the only wall available for the queen size bed in this bedroom. Our design team used massive exterior corbels and reclaimed trim mouldings, softened with a variety of textured fabrics to create this romantic bed canopy. Problem solved!
New Construction, In Progress
Integrating salvaged, reclaimed material can be challenging. However, experience demonstrates that ingenuity, creativity, desire, good planning and cooperative efforts yields a unique, one-of-a-kind home! Our design work and attention to detail is a cooperative effort based on the vision of the homeowner. Linda, the homeowner, has taken great pride in creating her gorgeous new home. A year and a half ago she was a stranger who walked into our shop with a dream. Today she is a friend who is living her dream. Enjoy these "in progress" snapshots of her new home.
A Little Attitude
A new location opened the door to mix old and new. A Little Attitude, children's clothing store, is now located on Main Street in one of Oshkosh's beautiful old buildings. It's architectural features of exposed brick, tin and worn wood floor are the perfect backdrop for salvage display pieces to enhance the gorgeous children's clothing.
May 2007
Eco Candle Co.
Crescent Moon is privileged to provide one-of-a-kind display pieces to Eco Candle Co. of Neenah, Wisconsin. Owner, Shelley Nystrom, makes most of the hand-poured soy wax candles that grace her shops, in both Neenah and Oshkosh. Her candles are absolutely heavenly! Not to mention eco-friendly.
December 2006
Restoration Begins on our New Facility
This facility will house our office, workshop and storage.
A Brief History: This section of Oshkosh, known as Nordheim (north home/town) was platted in the 1890's. The developers hoped it would mature into a middle class neighborhood, lots were marketed as affordable land without City taxes. Nordheim was developed without public water and sanitary or storm sewers. It apparently was a 'tough' neighborhood just outside of the city limits. While annexation of Nordheim had been discussed as early as 1924, it finally occurred in 1956 when public health issues developed as a result of poor sanitation and lack of a safe water supply. The surrounding area contains newer, primarily single family homes constructed within the past 20 to 30 years.
1914 - 1951 Nordheim School is listed in the city directory.
1953 - H C Roenitz Shoe Whoesaler is listed at this same address.
(1998 - no listing of H C Roenitz)
2000 - Salzer Siding Company
2006 - Crescent Moon Properties
July, 2007
House of Flowers, 1920 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI 54901
Since 2004, Crescent Moon has teamed up with House of Flowers to provide cross-promotional merchandising. Crescent Moon provides a variety of versatile architectural and conventional antiques for display pieces to House of Flowers. While, House of Flowers graciously provides us with an abundance of glorious floral arrangements for special events at our retail showroom and off-site events.
St. Mary's Spring High School
80+ original Gill Glass School Globes were reclaimed from St. Mary's Spring High School in Fond du Lac, WI. The school globes offer a timeless look for a variety of applications, from residential to commercial.
St. Mary's Spring High School was originally built as a sanitarium in the early 1900s. As seen in the postcard, the structure on the left was razed in the mid-1900s where St. Mary's Spring High School was then built. Most of the structure on the right remained standing until 2004/2005. Newly built structures house St. Mary's Spring High School in the same location, a picturesque hill overlooking Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
Fall, 2005
Decorative Arts, Reclaimed Church Railing Fragment
Gorgeous architectural material, such as this Church Railing Fragment, often finds a reuse in everyday living. Only a portion of the railing remained from the original 15' section/s. It's ideal size was perfect for a special request quilt rack. Additional salvaged marble was bevel cut to fit the two end caps where the original pieces were missing. Salvaged brackets were added to the column bases to provide stability.
December, 2006
Faith United Church, Gillett, WI
Gorgeous Altar - SOLD!!
Summer, 2007
Coles Bashford House
This home was once the home of Coles Bashford who served as the first Republican Governor of Wisconsin from 1856-1858. It was built in 1855, a year after the Republican Party came into being as an apponent to slavery.
In 1911, it became the property of Trustees authorized by the will of Elizabeth Batchelder Davis to provide and maintain perpetually a home for children needing shelter and care.
It was maintained as a children's facility and childcare center until 2006.
In 2004 through 2006, the Davis Foundation struggled with the razing of the moderized home which housed the Davis Childcare Center. After local efforts to save the structure, it was time to move forward and make way for progress.
Crescent Moon was awarded the salvage rights and proceeded with salvaging the structure in spring of 2006. "Architectural Salvage News" covered the story in May/June 2006 issue.
Salvaged pieces included several bevelled/leaded glass windows, white carrera marble fireplace mantel, tin ceiling and trim mouldings.
Soiree Urban Gifts, Oshkosh, WI
Crescent Moon provided the ceiling tin, salvaged from the Coles Bashford Home, and holophane light fixtures for this extensive building restoration in the heart of downtown Oshkosh.
This retail space is now home to Soiree Urban Gifts. Owners of Soiree incorporate salvaged and reclaimed building materials in a variety of trend-setting ways. Co-owners, mother and daughter, strive to provide "divine gifts with an urban flair".
Summer, 2006
New Construction, Waukau, WI
Incorporating architectural salvage into new house construction...
Arched Front Entry with arched window from farmhouse salvage, interior doors from convent salvage, and leaded glass windows flanking fireplace mantel from Milwaukee home salvage. The home owner just recently added tin salvaged from a bar to her bathroom ceiling.
January, 2007
Louis Sullivan Tile, ca. 1912 finds a new home
Reclaimed Loius Sullivan tile from a 1912 Chapel and Convent was used for a local foyer restoration.
June, 2007
Contemporary New Home Construction
This new home construction aimed for contemporary with a twist of salvage material. Reclaimed chalkboard slate from Lowell School, Wisconsin Rapids, WI, ca. 1923, found it's way to the floors of the entryway, fireplace hearth and 2 guest baths. A vintage clawfoot tub sits proudly in the master bath among chrome fixtures, highly polished black cabinetry and a spa shower.
January, 2007
"Necessity is the mother of invention." -Thorstein Veblen
Would you believe there is a door behind this gorgeous architectural bed canopy? The unused passage door was obstructing the only wall available for the queen size bed in this bedroom. Our design team used massive exterior corbels and reclaimed trim mouldings, softened with a variety of textured fabrics to create this romantic bed canopy. Problem solved!
Merritt Street Salvage
This home was once the meeting place for the Grand Army of the Republic (Civil War) and a Methodist Church.
It never ceases to amaze us the jewels that the most unassuming houses hold! In this case, glorious porch transom windows.
Crescent Moon Antiques and Salvage
Extensive restoration on our retail showroom included tin ceiling and 2000+ sqft of salvaged maple warehouse floor.
September of 2007 will bring our 3rd Anniversary at this location.
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