A surprising relic from the 1970s is making a comeback in British kitchens: vintage cookie jars, particularly those moulded in the shape of geese or hens. The trend has surged in popularity online, with social media buzzing over these granny-chic biscuit tins.
Bird-shaped jars are steeped in nostalgia, evoking memories of sneaking biscuits from grandparents' kitchens. First appearing in the 1970s, they became a staple in the 1980s, when bold, brightly coloured crockery adorned with animals and floral prints dominated dining rooms.
The resurgence may be linked to sustainability and the rise of thrifting culture, according to Dianna Wilson from House Digest. She suggests the jars remind people of a simpler time – or are simply adorable. For those seeking their own vintage goose, charity shops and online hashtags like #goosecookiejar are recommended.
