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What is Parian ware?
Parian ware is a form of decorative pottery that was popular from the mid 1800s […]
History of Vintage Postcards
When considering items to collect, space can be a defining factor. Collecting vintage postcards is […]
How To Clean A Cemetery Grave Marker
Memorial Day is a time we honor the departed. The placing of flags and flowers […]
Should You Polish Vintage Metal Goods?
When it comes to whether vintage metal pieces should or should not be polished, people […]
The Two Century History of Bybee Pottery
Few American companies that can trace their history back to the early 1800s, but Kentucky […]
13 Women Poets to Explore
We have poetry by women and women poets on the brain today, not for any […]
Thrifting for Treasure in the Glass Aisle
Thrift stores are overrun with clear glass pieces, and regrettably, the majority is mundane and […]
Get To Know Black Coral Jewelry
Black coral, scientifically known as Antipatharia, is not always black, it ranges in color from […]
What Is Crazing On Vintage China?
Have you ever looked at a piece of vintage china and noticed a network of […]
99 Years of the Sears Roebuck Catalog
According to the Sears Archive website, the first edition of what eventually became the Sears, […]
What is Weighted Silver?
If you flip over a pair of 20th century sterling silver candlesticks or a footed […]
The Collaboration of Miriam Haskell & Frank Hess
The collaboration of Miriam Haskell and Frank Hess brought about some of the most popular […]
Jewelry and Airplane Parts: The story of Joseff of Hollywood
What do fabulous costume jewelry and WWII airplane parts have in common? Joseff of Hollywood. […]
How to Successfully Make an Offer to an Online Vintage Seller
Buying from an online vintage seller is a wonderful thing for you and the seller. […]
Iconic Gainey Ceramics
The iconic Gainey Ceramics cylinder planter has become a symbol of mid century design. Its […]
How to Hire an Estate Sale Company
Hiring an estate sale company can feel like a daunting experience, but it doesn’t have […]
An Appreciation of Egyptian Revival
Ancient Egyptian art and motifs have inspired western artists, architects and designers for centuries. It […]
Collecting Carnival Glass
Collecting carnival glass can be a fun way to add color and texture to your […]
5 Ideas for When Christmas Doesn’t Feel Merry
When Christmas doesn’t feel merry, this time of year is hard. Christmas can be difficult […]