After visiting the shops in Prescott Valley, I had just enough time to visit two shops in Prescott. These two shops are some of the newest in Prescott and I was really looking forward to checking them out. Cowboy Country … READ MORE
Monthly Archives:: June 2019
Tips for Dating Bolos
A man named Victor Emanuel Cedarstaff is often credited with inventing the bolo tie during the late 1940s. Many authors have stated that Victor Patented the bolo, however, records show the only patent awarded to Mr. Cedarstaff was for a … READ MORE
Exploring Prescott Valley
Because the best part of my job is visiting and talking with the great shop owners who advertise in The Antique Register, I was looking forward to heading to Prescott and Prescott Valley. It is an easy and scenic drive … READ MORE
Great Southwestern Antique Show In Albuquerque on August 2, 3 & 4
Albuquerque’s Great Southwestern Antique Show, premiere antique event of New Mexico, is celebrating its 21st year on August 2, 3 and 4. This is one of the Southwest’s largest antique shows and features the collections of more than 100 of … READ MORE
The Rustic Hutch in Mesa Expands Vintage Offerings
The summer heat is here and The Rustic Hutch in Mesa is all ready for shoppers to stop by and check out the latest collections of wonderful items while browsing through the very enjoyable air-conditioned shop. Owners Sandy and Roger … READ MORE
Rinker on Collectibles Summer Reads 2019
A year has passed since I last wrote a “Summer Reads” column for “Rinker on Collectibles.” During the Golden Age of antiques and collectibles themed cozy mysteries, I typically wrote one or two “Summer Reads” columns and a “Winter Read” … READ MORE
The Allure of Outdoor Sales Of Vintage, Farm, Junk & More
There has been a long, strong tradition of outdoor Flea Markets and Antique Shows in the East. Shows such as the Brimfield in Massachusetts have been in operation since the 1950s. But, since the early-mid 2000s, I have been fascinated … READ MORE
Creating & Collecting Memories In Historic Downtown Glendale
Summertime is vacation time, no matter who you are or where you live, and exploring new places is a big part of summer activities for many families. As a result, Glendale, the 4th largest city in Arizona, attracts many new … READ MORE