On June 7, 8 and 9, Antique Trove in Scottsdale will celebrate its 30th Anniversary with activities for everyone to enjoy—including a fantastic All Store Sale, contest giveaways and food. Mark your calendar now so you don’t miss out on … READ MORE
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Asheford Institute Releases 2018 Data For Top Selling Antiques & Vintage Items
The saying “for every season, there’s a reason” seems to be spot-on these days when it comes to those looking for antiques, vintage and collectible items. The Asheford Institute (AIA), a professional-level distance-learning program related to the study of antiques, … READ MORE
Hobby Shop Memories – Rinker On Collectibles
by Harry L. Rinker A September 7, 2018, email from Jane Sarasohn-Kahn, my good friend and sister in all but name, contained a graphic showing survey results from a question that asked former Toys ‘R’ Us shoppers where they will … READ MORE
Antiques & Appraising School Gives Data on 2016 Top Selling Items
Antiques & Appraising School Gives Data on 2016 Top Selling Items The latest results from the Asheford Institute Of Antiques’ survey of buying trends within the antiques and collectibles community were recently published online by the school’s Research & Polling Department. … READ MORE
Big & Shiny – What’s Not to Love?
Even though I’ve lived in the desert southwest for over 20 years, I’m still a southern girl at heart. I still like big hair, monograms, make up, sweet tea and shiny objects. Everyone at the store knows if it’s … READ MORE
Vintage African Indigo Batiks — The Fabric of Life
When my husband Tray gets home from a “picking” trip, my first question is usually, “What’s your favorite find?” Earlier this year, it was Vintage Indigo Batiks from Africa. He couldn’t stop gushing about them. And they are beautiful. … READ MORE
Fall in Love with White Ironstone
A timeless classic must-have is white Ironstone—plates, platters, pitchers, bowls, serving pieces and soup tureens. With humble beginnings as a heavy-duty staple commonly used for dinner service because of its iron-like durable qualities, white Ironstone can be dressed up or … READ MORE
Stocking Stuffers for Antiques and Collectibles Aficionados
“The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there…” ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore or Major Henry Livingston, Jr., depending on which group of experts you choose … READ MORE
Thriftiques in Tempe Features Vintage Furniture & Home Décor
“Thriftiques” is the perfect name for this wonderful Tempe store since it carries everything from thrift items to antiques! Its 4000 square feet are filled with vintage furniture and home décor supplied by local artisans. Owner Julie Busskohl opened Thriftiques … READ MORE
Discovering Life’s Repurpose
I cringe now at the thought of having missed a perfect repurposing opportunity, but I was young and hadn’t been initiated into that uniquely creative world then. It won’t happen again! Most of us know the three Rs of Sustainability: … READ MORE