Curated vintage suitcases displayed in a warm home interior with travel decor, books, and neutral styling, showcasing the storytelling and adventure-inspired aesthetic of Zestful Productions.

Stories. Treasures. Adventure.

Life is richer when we embrace curiosity, creativity, adventure, and the little extras along the way.
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Welcome to Zestful Productions

Vintage treasures.
Original creations.
Stories worth remembering.

I’m Sonja, the storyteller, designer and curator behind Zestful Productions, where carefully chosen vintage finds, original creations and everyday adventures come together through a love of nostalgia, craftsmanship and curiosity.

Whether you came for a one-of-a-kind treasure, a meaningful gift or creative inspiration, I hope you leave having found something distinctive—and perhaps a bit unexpected.

Every treasure has a story.

Every adventure has a lesson.

Every creative idea begins with curiosity.
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Explore the World of Zestful

Follow your curiosity. Expect a little extra.
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Curated Treasures

Vintage finds chosen for their craftsmanship, history, and stories.

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Original Creations

Products and thoughtful designs with a distinctly Zestful point of view.

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Stories Worth Sharing

Stories, books, and creative adventures that celebrate imagination.

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Adventure Inspired

Road trips, hidden gems, and meaningful moments along the way.

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Life, Made Extra

A bold, playful approach to the things that make everyday life your own.

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Vintage black felt hat with net trim styled on ivory lace beside a navy velvet ribbon, antique book, brass mirror and gold crown tag.

Shop Vintage & Antiques

Discover one-of-a-kind pieces selected for their history and craftsmanship.
Child reading Oliver the Owl: The Culinary Pro while wrapped in a navy and cream plaid blanket on a brown leather sofa.

Meet Oliver the Owl

Explore original books and activities inspired by family, food and imagination.
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Discover Zestful Originals

Original products and custom pieces with a distinctly Zestful point of view.

New at Zestful

Freshly added vintage treasures and original creations

Shop All New Arrivals
White House Cafeteria tea towel draped beside a black kitchen sink in a modern cream kitchen. The light oatmeal towel features a repeating pattern of vintage cafeteria trays with coffee, silverware, a guest check and the White House name from Bismarck, North Dakota.

White House Cafeteria Tray Pattern Tea Towel - Bismarck, North Dakota

White House Cafeteria Tray Pattern Tea Towel - Bismarck, North Dakota
$15.00
$15.00
Woman seated casually in light-wash jeans wearing a white retro ringer T-shirt with black neckline and sleeve bands. The original White House Cafeteria logo and 117 North 5th Street address appear on the front, honoring the longtime Bismarck, North Dakota restaurant.

White House Cafeteria Retro Ringer T-Shirt - Bismarck ND

White House Cafeteria Retro Ringer T-Shirt - Bismarck ND
$22.00
$22.00
White House Cafeteria ceramic coffee mug held in both hands against a chunky tan knit sweater with glossy red nails. The mug displays the original cafe logo and 117 N 5th St, Bismarck, ND address, creating a warm lifestyle view of this nostalgic local keepsake.

White House Cafeteria Cheese Buttons Coffee Mug - Bismarck ND

White House Cafeteria Cheese Buttons Coffee Mug - Bismarck ND
$10.00
$10.00
Maroon White House Cafeteria T-shirt arranged in a casual flatlay with denim, a tan felt hat and small floral accents. The front displays the original white cafe logo and 117 North 5th Street address, commemorating the longtime Bismarck, North Dakota restaurant.

Cheese Buttons Friday T-Shirt - White House Cafeteria Bismarck

Cheese Buttons Friday T-Shirt - White House Cafeteria Bismarck
$20.00
$20.00
Set of three vintage Bremen Germany porcelain shot glasses arranged against a black background. The white cylindrical cups feature black architectural illustrations labeled Bremen Der Roland, Bremen Stadtmusikanten, and Bremen Rathaus, with their open rims visible.

Set of 3 Vintage Bremen Germany Porcelain Shot Glasses | Landmark Travel Souvenirs

Set of 3 Vintage Bremen Germany Porcelain Shot Glasses | Landmark Travel Souvenirs
$36.00
$36.00
Set of four vintage Culver Ltd. clear rocks glasses arranged against a dark background, each decorated with two textured gold owls perched on a branch. Gold bands circle the rims, while black eye accents add expression to the mid-century barware design.

Vintage Culver Ltd 22K Gold Owl Rocks Glasses, Set of 4 | Mid-Century Barware Decor

Vintage Culver Ltd 22K Gold Owl Rocks Glasses, Set of 4 | Mid-Century Barware Decor
$119.00
$119.00
Front view of a petite vintage Japanese bisque penny doll standing on an ivory crocheted textile. The miniature figure has molded golden-yellow bobbed hair, painted dark eyes, red lips, an unglazed ivory body, and two separately attached movable arms.

Vintage 1920s–1930s Japanese Bisque Penny Doll with Jointed Arms, Miniature Dollhouse Collectible

Vintage 1920s–1930s Japanese Bisque Penny Doll with Jointed Arms, Miniature Dollhouse Collectible
$22.00
$22.00
Front view of an antique Japanese bisque penny doll standing on cream crocheted fabric against a rustic wood background. The miniature girl has a matte ivory body, painted dark eyes, a molded hairstyle with a worn red bow, and separate arms attached at the shoulders.

Antique Japanese Bisque Penny Doll with Jointed Arms and Red Hair Bow, 1920s–1930s Miniature Collectible

Antique Japanese Bisque Penny Doll with Jointed Arms and Red Hair Bow, 1920s–1930s Miniature Collectible
$24.00
$24.00
White House Cafeteria tea towel draped beside a black kitchen sink in a modern cream kitchen. The light oatmeal towel features a repeating pattern of vintage cafeteria trays with coffee, silverware, a guest check and the White House name from Bismarck, North Dakota.

White House Cafeteria Tray Pattern Tea Towel - Bismarck, North Dakota

White House Cafeteria Tray Pattern Tea Towel - Bismarck, North Dakota
$15.00
$15.00

Looking for something that was already claimed? Visit the Vintage Archive.
Oliver the Owl: The Culinary Pro by Rayna Jo Zest, a 2027 North Dakota Great Reads youth nominee, displayed with vintage kitchen tools.
NORTH DAKOTA GREAT READS 2027 YOUTH NOMINEE

A Little Owl. A Very Big Nomination.

Oliver the Owl: The Culinary Pro has been named one of three youth nominees in North Dakota’s public selection for Great Reads from Great Places 2027.

That means a story inspired by real North Dakota memories now has the opportunity to represent our state as part of a national literary celebration through the Library of Congress Center for the Book.

 Learn More & Vote
Voting is open September 1–December 31, 2026, through the North Dakota State Library.
Vintage-inspired flat lay featuring travel suitcases, a journal, camera, enamel mug, and cozy textiles representing the stories, treasures, creativity, and adventure behind Zestful Productions' creative lifestyle brand.
CURATED FOR MEANINGFUL LIVING

Bring a Little Zestful Home

Find something distinctive, meaningful and unmistakably you.

Curated Collections
The Vintage & Antique Collection

The Vintage & Antique Collection

Peach druzy quartz geode necklace with gold wire wrapped pendant resting on denim fabric, showcasing raw crystal texture and natural stone sparkle, boho western statement jewelry piece with earthy tones, unique handmade crystal necklace for women gift idea

Vintage & Estate Jewelry

Close-up of butter-themed Zestful Productions products including a yellow “Salted Butter” sweatshirt, glass sipper jar, butter dish, and fresh butter styled on a modern kitchen countertop.

Extra Butter, Please

Child reading Oliver the Owl: The Culinary Pro while wrapped in a navy and cream plaid blanket on a brown leather sofa.

Oliver the Owl Book Series

Spotted & Bold

Spotted & Bold

Set of three vintage Bremen Germany porcelain shot glasses arranged against a black background. The white cylindrical cups feature black architectural illustrations labeled Bremen Der Roland, Bremen Stadtmusikanten, and Bremen Rathaus, with their open rims visible.

Travel & Souvenir Shop

Editable Recipe Card Templates

Editable Recipe Card Templates

Smiling toddler wearing a beige Bella Canvas shirt with “Cutest RAWR Ever” tiger design, paired with denim shorts in a casual outdoor lifestyle setting.

For the Little Zesties

Woman wearing crimson SALTY beach sweatshirt sitting on sandy beach looking at seashell, relaxed coastal lifestyle outfit, oversized graphic crewneck, ocean background, vacation style outfit, comfy beachwear for women, nautical aesthetic sweatshirt

The Beach Days Collection

Set of four vintage Culver Ltd. clear rocks glasses arranged against a dark background, each decorated with two textured gold owls perched on a branch. Gold bands circle the rims, while black eye accents add expression to the mid-century barware design.

Vintage Barware

COLLECTED WITH CHARACTER

Vintage, With a Little Drama

Some pieces whisper. Others make an entrance. Explore an ever-changing collection of vintage and antique treasures chosen for their beauty, history, personality and irresistible bit of drama.

From glamorous barware and estate jewelry to holiday nostalgia, kitchen collectibles and wonderfully unexpected finds, every piece is here to make your home - and your story - a little more interesting.
Explore Vintage and Antiques

Vintage for the Season
Vintage Gurley Thanksgiving pilgrim candle pair shown from the front, with a male figure in dark clothing and hat beside a female pilgrim in a blue and cream dress. Both molded wax figures have painted blue eyes and red mouths with visible age-related wear.

Vintage Gurley Pilgrim Candles Thanksgiving Pair Mid Century Figural Holiday Decor

Vintage Gurley Pilgrim Candles Thanksgiving Pair Mid Century Figural Holiday Decor
$20.00
$20.00
Closeup of vintage West Germany reflector Christmas ornaments featuring colorful floral indents, silver mica glitter, and mid century mercury glass decoration
Sale

Vintage West Germany Mercury Glass Reflector Ornaments Set | Mid-Century Christmas Tree Decorations | D.B.G.M. Holiday Decor

Vintage West Germany Mercury Glass Reflector Ornaments Set | Mid-Century Christmas Tree Decorations | D.B.G.M. Holiday Decor
$65.60
$65.60 $82.00
Antique German Belsnickle Santa ornaments set of 3 in spun cotton, vintage Christmas collectible with traditional folk art detail
Sale

Antique German Belsnickle Santa Ornament Set of 3 | Cotton Spun Father Christmas Folk Art | Christmas Collectibles

Antique German Belsnickle Santa Ornament Set of 3 | Cotton Spun Father Christmas Folk Art | Christmas Collectibles
$450.00
$450.00 $990.00
Vintage Jergens Pete the Penguin Bubble Bath Bottle | 1960s Wheaton Plastics Bathroom Collectible | Mid-Century Penguin Decor
Sale

Vintage Jergens Pete the Penguin Bubble Bath Bottle | 1960s Wheaton Plastics Bathroom Collectible | Mid-Century Penguin Decor

Vintage Jergens Pete the Penguin Bubble Bath Bottle | 1960s Wheaton Plastics Bathroom Collectible | Mid-Century Penguin Decor
$12.00
$12.00 $15.00
Vintage Gurley Thanksgiving pilgrim candle pair shown from the front, with a male figure in dark clothing and hat beside a female pilgrim in a blue and cream dress. Both molded wax figures have painted blue eyes and red mouths with visible age-related wear.

Vintage Gurley Pilgrim Candles Thanksgiving Pair Mid Century Figural Holiday Decor

Vintage Gurley Pilgrim Candles Thanksgiving Pair Mid Century Figural Holiday Decor
$20.00
$20.00

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A little vintage. A little creativity.
A little something extra.

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