Vintage Mid-Century Hanging Recipe Organizer with Handwritten Cards – Charming F

Step back into the heart of a 1950s kitchen with this authentic vintage hanging recipe organizer, complete with original handwritten recipe cards and floral tab dividers. Crafted from durable wood and masonite, this practical piece of kitchen history features pre-printed recipe grids under categories like “Cakes,” “Cookies,” “Quick Breads,” and “Pies,” topped with hand-painted red blossoms—a classic motif popular in mid-century domestic decor. This organizer was likely sold through department stores or homemaker catalogs in the 1950s–60s, when meal planning and handwritten recipes were staples of the American household. Pieces like this were often gifted at bridal showers or passed down as family heirlooms—meant to hang within arm’s reach of the stove. Condition Notes: The frame shows wear consistent with decades of use: softened corners, edge chips, and patina-rich surface scuffs. The recipe sheets display authentic foxing, gentle creases, and occasional kitchen stains—adding warmth and visual texture without impairing usability. These imperfections reflect the honest life of the piece and elevate its charm for lovers of vintage and farmhouse style. Dimensions: Approx. 14" x 8.5" x .7" Use Ideas: Add to a vintage kitchen vignette Display in a farmhouse pantry Use for showcasing heirloom family recipes Prop up in a cookbook-themed gallery wall Add new blank sheets and continue the tradition This isn’t just kitchen decor—it’s a working memory board with stories baked into