One of my favorite things to do on the weekend is to go treasure hunting in antique stores and second hand shops. However, sometimes it can be hard to distinguish junk from treasure. There are some items you should never pass up in an Antique shop. So let’s get started with the 9 things you should never pass up while hunting for antique treasures. … [Read more...]
Antique and Vintage Cabinets
When discussing cabinets, you could be talking about freestanding cabinets such as Larders (Pantry Cabinets), Display Cabinets, Storage Cabinets; or you may be talking about fixed cabinets such as kitchen cabinets or wall mounted cabinets. In either case, these antique or vintage pieces of furniture can complement any home or work space, or serve as an inspiration for new design ideas and concepts. … [Read more...]
Are Antique Dolls and Carved Furniture Considered Collectible?
Diane asked Are antique dolls and carved furniture still considered a collectible? This question can be taken two ways. What makes an item an antique or a collectible? Or. Are these antiques still sort after? So for our readers that have read this question in either manner, we will be answering both interpretations here. … [Read more...]
Antique Cedar Chests
Finding a gorgeous handcrafted cider chest that was made before the 20th century, would be a lucky find indeed. Anyone fortunate enough to come across such a rare piece, could easily expect it to fetch a price tag that's in the thousands of dollars. Most cedar chests on the market however, were made no earlier than the 20th century, and were not handmade but were instead machine produced in a factory. … [Read more...]
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