The USSR and everything connected with it will for a long time be the subject of nostalgic conversations for those generations who happened to live in that controversial era. There are a number of things that give off the Soviet spirit. And many of them have a place in a museum.
Instructions
Step 1
Health disc, aka a spinning trainer
The simulator, which was in every Soviet family. An obligatory attribute of morning exercises. Was called to help in the fight for a beautiful press. Used by children as a carousel.
Step 2
Laundry soap
Legendary gray-brown bars of soap with a peculiar smell - the number 1 detergent in the USSR. They washed their clothes, washed dishes, cleaned furniture and, of course, used them for personal hygiene. Then this soap was one of the scarce goods. He was highly appreciated due to the fact that there were practically no worthy alternatives to him.
Step 3
The game "Well, wait!", She is "The Wolf with Eggs"
The cult game of the Soviet era. Far from know-how, but just a copy of the foreign Nintendo EG-26 Egg. However, this did not stop her from becoming a coveted gift for children. It was produced under the brand name "Electronics", like all the equipment of that time. The game was not a cheap pleasure.
Step 4
Parcel box
It was made of plywood or hardboard, which were fastened with wooden slats. The lid was fixed with studs. The address was written on it with a pen or chemical pencil, which did not erase. The boxes were tied with hemp twine. They also had a brown wax seal to protect them from being tampered with. Mailboxes have been used many times.
Step 5
Yula, she's a top
One of the most common gifts for Soviet children. Yula was painted with bright stripes and had two transparent windows. When rotating, the stripes merged into a solid bright spot. The yula is made of metal, so it can withstand all blows and falls. The toy was handed over to friends or relatives.
Step 6
Elephant tea
One of the iconic products of the Soviet food industry. This is the first Indian tea brought to the Union. It was supplied in bulk, and was packed in bright packs with the image of an elephant at tea-packing factories. The colors of the packs depended on the type of tea. So, in the yellow package was the highest grade, in the red or green - the first. Yes, this tea was also in short supply. It was given to loved ones, they were speculated and paid for services
Step 7
Metal constructor
A simulator for the hands and mind of Soviet children, a kind of analogue of "Lego". They made planes, cars, ships, houses from it. The parts of the designer had to be connected with screws and nuts, armed with a screwdriver that came with the kit.
Step 8
Hat "cockerel"
This sports knitted hat fully justifies its nickname. Its shape resembles a cockscomb. It had a tassel or a pom-pom on a rope, which, over time, often came off. The pattern and color of the hats were different. The “cockerels” with the image of deer, Christmas trees or the inscription “Sport” were held in special esteem.
Step 9
Soda water vending machines
They stood not only on the street, but also indoors, for example, in the baths. Over the years, machines have changed shape and color, but they were invariably popular with the population. The vending machines sold water both with and without syrup. They carbonated it from the heart! The very first sip always shot in the nose. The soda was cool even in extreme heat.
Step 10
Mesh, she's a string bag
A shopping bag woven from thin but strong enough strings is one of the striking attributes of the USSR. When folded, she almost did not take up space in her pocket, so during a shortage she was dragged along just in case. The people were not at all embarrassed that its contents were visible to everyone. What did they not wear in it! And watermelons, and jars of pickles, and empty bottles. Fishermen successfully kept their catch in string bags and even managed to catch crayfish with them. In addition to the string bag, it was possible to purchase a hook with which it was attached to the rail on the bus or tram. In the USSR, string bags were made at the enterprises of the All-Union Society of the Blind (VOS).
Step 11
Slide projector
One of the must-haves of cultural leisure of Soviet citizens. In the USSR, many overhead projectors were produced: "Light", "Znayka", "Screen", "Etude", "Firefly", etc. For them, filmstrips were produced based on fairy tales, on civil defense, the curriculum for schoolchildren and students, etc..d.
Step 12
Carpets
An integral part of the interior of a Soviet home. Both urban and rural. It seems to be no use, but without them - nothing. There was usually a carpet in every room, and it not only hung on the wall, but also lay on the floor. With the arrival of the first snow, people were in a hurry to knock out the months-old dust from the carpets with the help of a special plastic beater. The knock from her was all over the neighborhood, especially on weekends.
Step 13
Faceted glass
A bright symbol of the Soviet past. He could be found in canteens, trains, offices of officials, soda machines, in the kitchen of ordinary Soviet citizens. The traditional glass had 16 sides and contained 250 g. It was distinguished by increased strength and remained unharmed after falling from a meter height.
Step 14
Balm "Golden Star", she is "star"
Legendary balm with a specific scent from Vietnam in a small round tin box with a gold star painted on it. It was sold without a prescription, so it was in the medicine cabinet of every Soviet family. Why was it not just used! First of all, they saved themselves from a cold with an "asterisk".
Step 15
Vacuum cleaner "Whirlwind"
Outwardly it looked like a knight's helmet. How noisy he was! Everyone around knew that they had decided to vacuum the carpets at home. "Vortex" was able to function without repair for decades.
