When you’re shopping at thrift stores or second hand shops, undoubtedly, you’ll find the odd numbered set of glasses. It can be a bit frustrating, but if you look at it a different way, it’s a gold mine. The reason you’re finding a set of 5 wine glasses is because…
Do you… Love decorating with vintage items? Love shopping for antiques? Want to build your collection? Want to save money? Read on…. We found out a long time ago that the secret to building a collection of antiques and vintage goodies is to also buy stuff you don’t want. That’s right! Sounds kind of crazy,…
Sometimes it’s just hard to get going on a project. We all make lists, simplify and prioritize, but what really is our first step to getting a project underway? Start with your end result and work backwards until you find the very first step that will get you started. Here’s an example from my “To-Do”…
Shopping for vintage items can get a little tricky. When a certain style or period gets popular, items belonging to it are often reproduced. Here are a few tips to help you be a knowledgeable vintage buyer: Look at the entire piece. Does it have wear marks that would correlate to normal use? Look for…
Here are 5 quick tips to help you, when you are out vintage shopping: Bring your Smartphone. If you are unsure of a price, use your smartphone to look it up online. Take a photo. Maybe you’ve found something that you know someone else is looking for. Send them a photo. When they ask the…
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