New research suggests that, in the early morning, you can have your cake and shed pounds too A new study from Tel Aviv University finds that eating a small dessert as part of a balanced breakfast can actually help you shed unwanted pounds. Staying skinny and eating chocolate? Here, a brief guide to what sounds, frankly, impossible: Full story at The Week. Photo: CC by ::paqman:: All the top stories from The Week. Permalink | Leave a comment »
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Can dessert for breakfast help you lose weight?
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Killer Stuff and Tons of Money
About.com Antiques6 Feb 2012 | 8:36 amKiller stuff and tons of money. That's what we all want as antiques dealers, right? So when I was asked if I'd be interested in reviewing a book titled Killer Stuff and Tons of Money: Seeking History and Hidden Gems in Flea-Market America, I couldn't say yes fast enough. It doesn't really tell you how to find the old stuff we love and turn it into money per se, but it does tell the story of a show dealer and a journalist that most antiques dealers and collectors would find relative and amusing if not illuminating in a number of respects. Read more... -
Loving ‘Lover’s Eyes’ and Loving Cereal
NYT > Antiques1 Feb 2012 | 9:00 pmA Birmingham, Ala., collection of “lover’s eyes”; a book about breakfast cereals; and a modernist jewelry designer with a compulsion for detail. -
At the galleries
Search for "ANTIQUES"8 Feb 2012 | 12:00 amAUDREY M. OFF GALLERY AND FRAMERY, 40 N. Third Ave., Sturgeon Bay. Creations by Door County artist Audrey Off. -
SKINNER REPORTS EXCELLENT RESULTS FROM FINE PAINTING & PRINTS AUCTION: SALE GROSSES $2.7M
Antiques Collectibles and Auction News9 Feb 2012 | 12:22 pmBOSTON, Mass. – February 9, 2012 – Skinner, Inc. today announced exceptional results for its recent American & European Works of Art auctions featuring Fine Paintings & Prints held last Friday, February 3rd. With the auction room filled to capacity, and a tremendous amount of activity on the phones and online, the auction attracted the [...]
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Holy Kaw!
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Can dessert for breakfast help you lose weight?
9 Feb 2012 | 1:39 pmNew research suggests that, in the early morning, you can have your cake and shed pounds too A new study from Tel Aviv University finds that eating a small dessert as part of a balanced breakfast can actually help you shed unwanted pounds. Staying skinny and eating chocolate? Here, a brief guide to what sounds, frankly, impossible: Full story at The Week. Photo: CC by ::paqman:: All the top stories from The Week. Permalink | Leave a comment » -
Romance survey [infographic]
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Do aliens go invisible by 'going green'?
9 Feb 2012 | 11:24 amAs we discover more and more planets around other stars, the Fermi Paradox is becoming, well, more paradoxical. The Fermi Paradox simply asks the question "where are they?" Our Milky Way galaxy is so big and so old -- and we are estimated to be accompanied by at least 100 billion planets -- that aliens should have visited us by now. Instead, when we peruse the heavens, we are faced with the Great Silence, which is one of the biggest challenges to modern astronomy. Full story at Discovery News. More news from Discovery Communications. Photo credit: Fotolia Permalink | Leave a… -
Mysterious sounds reported around the world
9 Feb 2012 | 11:23 amPeople around the world have reported hearing strange sounds from the skies over the past month. Sometimes they describe it as a hum or low rumble; other times it’s a whine, thump, or even a melody. Often the sounds have been recorded and posted online, fueling rumors and conspiracy theories. One blogger wrote, "either the world is ending, aliens are landing or everyone is getting hoaxed. Or, possibly, there’s an actual scientific explanation for the mass amount of YouTube videos capturing bizarre sounds that are being heard around the globe. Are we witnessing the beginning of a… -
Costa Concordia: an ecological time bomb
9 Feb 2012 | 11:21 amAs workers begin to extract the half-million gallons of fuel in the shipwrecked cruise liner, locals are worried that their pristine waters are in danger. Reporting by Rossella Lorenzi. Written and produced by Rossella Lorenzi and Martin Berman. Full story at Discovery News. More news from Discovery Communications. Permalink | Leave a comment »
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About.com Antiques
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Killer Stuff and Tons of Money
6 Feb 2012 | 8:36 amKiller stuff and tons of money. That's what we all want as antiques dealers, right? So when I was asked if I'd be interested in reviewing a book titled Killer Stuff and Tons of Money: Seeking History and Hidden Gems in Flea-Market America, I couldn't say yes fast enough. It doesn't really tell you how to find the old stuff we love and turn it into money per se, but it does tell the story of a show dealer and a journalist that most antiques dealers and collectors would find relative and amusing if not illuminating in a number of respects. Read more... -
Notable Women in Antiques History
3 Feb 2012 | 6:59 amThis tribute to women's history from a different perspective features names not well represented in mainstream historical texts, but worth recogizing nonetheless. These women had a notable impact on our culture in varied ways, and they're still recognized in their fields today. Read more... -
Illustrated Guide to Vintage & Antique Necklace Styles
31 Jan 2012 | 4:52 amHave a vintage or antique necklace you want to sell but don't know what the style is called? Take a look at this illustrated guide to necklace styles, which is a work in progress with many more styles to come, to learn how to describe it. I've added a few photos of celebrities wearing modern versions just for fun. Don't you love Kristin Wiig's dog collar? Read more... -
Learning About Occupational Shaving Mugs
29 Jan 2012 | 10:13 amWhen it comes to the most rare and valuable barber shop collectibles, occupational shaving mugs are among the finest. Finding a mug with just the right occupation illustrated on it can bring in lots of cash at auction, but condition issues can diminish value so it's wise to check these interesting antiques over carefully before buying. Read more... -
Have You Ever Been Approached to End an Online Auction Early?
20 Jan 2012 | 7:47 amAfter sharing my article highlighting five reasons not to end an online auction early in a recent newsletter, I got a few emails in response. Knowing there might be others who have something to say on this topic, I just created a "Readers Respond" page. If you've got a story to share about ending online auctions early, share them here, or scroll to the bottom of the story mentioned above to find the Readers Respond link.
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NYT > Antiques
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Loving ‘Lover’s Eyes’ and Loving Cereal
1 Feb 2012 | 9:00 pmA Birmingham, Ala., collection of “lover’s eyes”; a book about breakfast cereals; and a modernist jewelry designer with a compulsion for detail. -
A Glimpse of Wealth’s Past and Present in Antiques and Museums
28 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmThe autumn of Occupy Wall Street has been followed in New York, however incongruously, by a winter of showcasing wealth’s traditions. -
The Value of Valuable Violins
28 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmIs the enormous worth of revered violins rooted in myth or merit? -
Antiques Auction Shows on Television
26 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmAbout a half-dozen new television shows about antiques auctions have appeared, but they have little resemblance to how the trade really works. -
‘Folk Tales’ Opens at the New York Design Center
25 Jan 2012 | 9:00 pmA show at the 1stdibs gallery at the New York Design Center includes items for sale like painted furniture, a 1920s game wheel and a circa 1890 goat sculpture.
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At the galleries
8 Feb 2012 | 12:00 amAUDREY M. OFF GALLERY AND FRAMERY, 40 N. Third Ave., Sturgeon Bay. Creations by Door County artist Audrey Off. -
Eugene, or - Hour Three
7 Feb 2012 | 8:12 pmHighlights include a playful pair of beautifully preserved tin toys: a circa 1938 Marx car and a battery powered dump truck; a circa 1861 Civil War cavalry guidon that may have been used in the Battle of Shiloh; and the "guardian of Venice," a 1960 jeweled gold moretto valued at $40,000 to $60,000. -
Houston, TX - Hour Three
7 Feb 2012 | 2:23 amIn ANTIQUES ROADSHOW's final episode from Houston, Texas, host Mark L. Walberg experiences this excitement firsthand when he is joined by appraiser Gary Piattoni at the Houston Space Center for a briefing on NASA collectibles. -
Antiques Roadshow "Eugene (Hour Three)"
6 Feb 2012 | 12:59 amA playful pair of beautifully preserved tin toys; a Civil War cavalry guidon that may have been used in the Battle of Shiloh; and a 1960 jeweled gold moretto. -
Antiques Roadshow "Houston (Hour Three)"
6 Feb 2012 | 12:59 amA playful pair of beautifully preserved tin toys; a Civil War cavalry guidon that may have been used in the Battle of Shiloh; and a 1960 jeweled gold moretto.
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Antiques Collectibles and Auction News
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SKINNER REPORTS EXCELLENT RESULTS FROM FINE PAINTING & PRINTS AUCTION: SALE GROSSES $2.7M
9 Feb 2012 | 12:22 pmBOSTON, Mass. – February 9, 2012 – Skinner, Inc. today announced exceptional results for its recent American & European Works of Art auctions featuring Fine Paintings & Prints held last Friday, February 3rd. With the auction room filled to capacity, and a tremendous amount of activity on the phones and online, the auction attracted the [...] -
Skinner’s February Discovery Sale to Offer Asian Works of Art Along With Exciting Variety of Periods and Styles
7 Feb 2012 | 9:03 amMARLBOROUGH, Mass. – February 7, 2012 – Skinner, Inc. will host a Discovery auction on February 16th in its Marlborough gallery. The one-day sale boasts eight hundred lots. Among the wide selection of material featured, bidders will find hundreds of lots of Asian offerings including carved jade and ivory, Chinese export porcelain, brush pots, scrolls, [...] -
Fine artwork, Russian objects, more will be auctioned Feb. 25 by Elite Decorative Arts in Boynton Beach, Fla.
6 Feb 2012 | 2:38 pm(BOYNTON BEACH, Fla.) – Around 400 quality lots of fine artwork, decorative art and Russian works will cross the block on Saturday, Feb. 25, at Elite Decorative Arts. The auction will be held in the firm’s spacious gallery facility, located in the Quantum Town Center at 1034 Gateway Boulevard (Suite 106-108) in Boynton Beach. The [...] -
Items from the estate of Stephen L. Flood, a man who “lived life large,” will be sold Feb. 15-16 by Alderfer’s
3 Feb 2012 | 2:27 pm(HATFIELD, Pa.) – Stephen L. Flood could never be referred to as a “low key” person. He was a man that lived life “large”. He knew what he wanted out of life in the way he lived and the items he surrounded himself with in his personal and professional life. On Feb. 15-16, the Alderfer [...] -
A Mime is a Terrible Thing to Get Wasted
3 Feb 2012 | 10:17 amWhen they first hired Pierre, he was your typical young mime, full of promise. He could make you think he really was in a box. Like really, really in one. Then he discovered the champagne cellar, and pretty soon a glass after a show at night turned into a glass before the show, and then [...]
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Antique Trader
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Roman bronze bust could bring $150K at Litchfield County Auctions
7 Feb 2012 | 6:58 amLITCHFIELD, Conn. — More than 1,000 lots of decorations, paintings and American, English and Continental furniture will be on the block at Litchfield County Auctions’ annual Winter Antiques Sale. Litchfield County Auctions is Connecticut’s premier auction company for estate auctions … Read More + -
Polynesian stilt step may bring $50,000 in inaugural Oceanic artifact auction
7 Feb 2012 | 6:45 amSAN FRANCISCO — Seasoned and entry-level Oceanic Art collectors will have plenty from which to choose at Bonhams’ inaugural auction solely devoted to the topic. The Feb. 11 event will feature 150 lots of original, diverse works from the regions … Read More + -
Noted antiques dealer David Horst to head Americana division at Morphy Auctions
6 Feb 2012 | 2:26 pmPennsylvania antiques dealer David Horst has joined Morphy Auctions as chief consultant to the company’s Americana department. Horst will handle consignments and cataloging of all Americana and folk art auctioned by Morphy’s. Horst developed a specialty in stoneware and ceramics, with a particular expertise in mocha spatter and gaudy Dutch; as well as Pennsylvania German antiques of all types, including painted furniture. Read More + -
Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia announces second landmark auction
6 Feb 2012 | 1:00 pmThe Schmidt Museum of Coca-Cola Memorabilia is holding the second auction of its entire stock March 24-25 at the museum in Elizabethtown, Ky. The first auction, held in September 2011, set a new benchmark for a Coca-Cola memorabilia sale by bringing in more than $3 million for 650 items, with several pieces going for more than $100,000 each – unprecedented for an auction of advertising art. Read More + -
Antiques Book Reviews: Italian Ironwork; English Silver hallmarks
2 Feb 2012 | 2:09 pmBook reviews: “Decorative Ironwork of Italy,” "Italian Ironwork: Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Neo Classical," and “Discovering Hallmarks on English Silver.” Read More +
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John J. Audubon’s ‘The Birds of America’ Sells for a ‘Bargain’ at $7.9 Million
9 Feb 2012 | 10:14 amJohn J. Audubon’s ivory-billed woodpeckers in action. Audubon’s “The Birds of America” sold for $7.9 million at auction at Christie’s in London on Jan. 20, 2012. John J. Audubon’s American flamingo was posed so that it was still life-sized but could fit on a 39-inch page. Audubon’s “The Birds of America” sold for $7.9 million at auction at Christie’s in London on Jan. 20, 2012. As an accredited book appraiser, book dealer, book collector and book lover, I am always thrilled to see a rare and valuable set of illustrated books come up for auction. And John James Audubon’s… -
The Comic Speculator – New Comics Roundup 02/08/2012
7 Feb 2012 | 1:02 pmAdventure Time #1 (Cover D) The Comic Speculator is a blog written by WorthPoint Comic Book “Worthologist” Matt Baum that takes a look at each week’s hot new comics and back issues and the comic market place in general. Prices discussed here are taken from the Overstreet Guide to Comics (OVST), Comicspriceguide.com (CPG) and current online auction sales. Sales numbers and rankings are courtesy of ICV2.com. The codes under the prices of new titles discussed are Diamond Comics order codes that can be used to help your local comic retailer in ordering the issues discussed. If you want… -
Q & A with Harry Rinker: A Vincent Price Collection Oil Painting from Sears
7 Feb 2012 | 12:08 pmQUESTION: I received a Robert Watson oil-on-canvas painting from my parents, who purchased it in the 1960s as part of the Vincent Price Collection sold by Sears, Roebuck & Co. The work is titled “Old Building.” It measures unframed 25 inches by 17 inches. The black-and-white tone scene features two small figures standing in front of what appears to be a warehouse wall. The frame has the “Vincent Price Collection” label on the back. What is the value of my painting? – SH, Ottumwa, Iowa, via e-mail ANSWER: The following information is from The Ape Sheet: The Vincent Price… -
Take Advantage of Slow Winter Months to Reconsider how to Run Your Antique Shop
7 Feb 2012 | 11:26 amIf you run an antique shop or antique mall, the winter months are the perfect time to reassess your business plan, make changes to the shop’s look and layout and offer deep discounts to clear out merchandise for an influx of new items. If you have read my previous articles on running your antique shop or antique mall as a business instead of treating it as a hobby (here and here), you are light years ahead of your competition. If you read those articles, I hope to goodness that you have implemented a few of the tactics I set before you. If you have put into practice some of those tactics,… -
A Behind-the-Scenes Peek at the 51st Original Miami Beach Antique Show
7 Feb 2012 | 10:17 amMartin Willis, a Worthologist and host of the Antique Auction Forum, visited the 51st annual Original Miami Beach Antique Show from Feb. 2 to 6, 2012, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Martin brought his video camera and gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the show’s set up, the opening and a walk through the booths. The Original Miami Beach Antique Show, sponsored by WorthPoint this year, is the largest indoor antique show in the world, with many treasures from all over the globe. Visitors are sure to discover some of the finest things they’ve ever seen on exhibition here. Take…
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Antique Hunter
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Unusual Red Tea Box or Tin
2 Feb 2012 | 11:30 amUnusual Tea Box A very pretty tea box or tin. -
VIntage Brass Bird Cage
31 Jan 2012 | 11:30 amBird Cage. Private Collection If you like antique and vintage bird cages, you might like this one. Solid brass - cleaned up very nicely! -
Antique Cast Iorn Coffee Mill
29 Jan 2012 | 10:30 amAn antique coffee mill in cast iron. Has original label. Nice brass button and hopper. -
Displaying a Collection of Snuff Boxes
28 Jan 2012 | 7:25 amDisplay of Snuff Boxes. Private Collection This is my current display case for my collection of snuff boxes. I love antique snuff boxes and try to buy one every couple of years. I don't buy them more often as they can be very expensive. Those with an eagle eye might spot a few items that are not snuff boxes, as I have a few vintage coin purses in silver (bottom shelf on the right) mixed -
Gibson Linseed Liquorise and Cholorodyne Lozenge Tin
27 Jan 2012 | 10:30 amLozenge Tin Gibson Linseed Liquorise and Cholorodyne Lozenge tin. A nice addition to any collection of medicine or candy tins.
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Everyone's Blog Posts - I Antique Online
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Antiques and Collectibles "The Mystique and Allure"
8 Feb 2012 | 3:52 pmThe pleasure of the find, the history in your hand. What memories are layered in the depths. A pictures worth a thousand words but a treasure is worth more. Within crystalline and amber hearts glistening like sand. Surrounded by your cherished friends from all the eras past. Collectibles and antiques with rich stories to be told. Not all that glitters is made of gold. Antique collecting an obsession that will last. -
UNSOLD ITEMS AT THE AUCTION MAKE YOUR OFFERS NOW
6 Feb 2012 | 3:12 pmPASSED IN LOTS MAKE YOUR OFFERS NOW, Tuesday and Wednesday only 11am to 5pm, first come, first serve, do not miss out, either come in or ring us up, the following are the lot number available … -
anyone know what this is?
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#1 Lot of Vintage Shaving Items
6 Feb 2012 | 6:40 am#1 Lot of Vintage Shaving Items Here is a lot of vintage shaving items: 1 vintage straight razor "Manufactured Solely By" The Geo. Wostenholm & Son Co. "The Original and only Genuine Pipe Razor." 4 Schick DE safety razor blades, still in original envelopes.1 Box of 5 'Tru-Test' DE Safety Razor Blades1 Box of 5 'Grand Leader' DE Safety Razor Blades1 'Clix' DE Safety Razor Blade1 'Free Sample' DE Safety Razor Blade1 'Weck' Single Edge Razor Blade1 'City Loan' DE Safety Razor Blade1 Blank Single Edge Razor Blade1 Gillette #419 ("Pat. Nov. 15.04" (USA)"Gillette Blade" around center hole. -
1954 MINT Gillette Diplomat Safety Razor w Original Case and Blades
3 Feb 2012 | 8:29 pm1954 MINT Gillette Diplomat Safety Razor w Original Case and Blades The 1954 Z-3 Diplomat is a TTO (Twist to Open) razor and was produced between 1953 and 1955. This razor is 24 ct. Gold plated with a top coat of lacquer to protect the gold, as it is a very soft metal. The set comes with 10 Gillette Super Blue Blades in the original dispenser. The razor is in excellent condition with no wear and appears to have never been used. The razor case is in almost mint condition and I only say 'ALMOST' because it is pre owned, there are no tares inside or scratches or gouges on the outside. One way to…
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About.com Collectibles
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Mystery of the Week
7 Feb 2012 | 2:06 pmI have a feeling this is an easy one for most of you. Tell me what you think. Size: Approximately 10"Material: Wood and metal Thoughts, comments, guesses? The correct answer and the most creative answer gets a mention in next week's newsletter -- so tell me what you think!Check out last week's Mystery and see if you were close! Ten Most Challenging Mystery Antiques Around About: Pictures of the Week -
Hair Collector?
6 Feb 2012 | 4:09 amYes there are collectors who do just that == collect hair. It all started back in the Victorian era, but today is a multi-million dollar hobby according to the New ...Read Full Post -
Free eBay Branded Boxes
5 Feb 2012 | 1:23 pmPeople who sell a lot are already aware of the free boxes available from the United States Post Office, but did you realize that there are also boxes available that ...Read Full Post -
Mystery of the Week
31 Jan 2012 | 4:01 pmWhen I was wandering around an antique mall this week, I came across this thing. It's metal, fairly lightweight for the size and as you can see by the seller's tag, they also have no idea what it is. It had curious little "pockets" around the base in several locations, not sure what purpose they served. No other holes or openings other than what is on top. I have no idea what it is -- do you? Size: Approximately 24"Markings: None THE ANSWER:if you scroll down one of the guesses from Nancy and Gary was a Cream Separator, even including a picture. This piece is apparently up-side down, so when… -
Hearts and Flowers Around the House
31 Jan 2012 | 3:59 pmAlthough I don't go all-out for Valentine's Day, I do love to put a few things around that remind me of ...Read Full Post
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Paging Dr. A. Willy
1 Feb 2012 | 3:46 pmMethinks the groundhog will not see his shadow, and winter is almost over, because I scored some primo junk this week. Spring junk. My sister Erin (who was BORN on Groundhog Day) and I went to some outdoor markets and shops in Adamstown a couple of weekends ago. It was freezing, and there weren't many dealers in the outside markets, but we were still able to score a few good finds. The light blue Steelcase desk and office chair weren't from Adamstown. A friend tipped me off to those. The same friend who tipped me off to the aqua metal desk that I shared on Facebook last year. Nice friend,… -
My Winter Junk & The Vintage Marketplace
24 Jan 2012 | 1:35 pmI got me some winter junk. Which is never as awesome as spring junk or fall junk. But it is the best I can do, considering that it was mostly dug up from local antique malls, thrift stores and auctions. Not many flea markets or yard sales happening these days. I love that metal Fresh Eggs sign. I "found" it by the side of the road. The sign says "Self-Service", so I helped myself. Yep, a dozen eggs and the sign. Don't worry - I left a dollar in their box. That Amish family can just make another sign. A pair of industrial work stools: A glass kerosene bottle, made by Perfection Stove… -
Pigs, Drips and Whimsies
5 Jan 2012 | 2:06 pmI'm back in hunting mode. Watch out, junk, I am comin' to get you. Last week, I visited a new-ish store in Downingtown, PA called Little Shop of Hoarders. I know - how cute is that name? Among a few other things, I bought this old sign: The letters aren't painted on, they are gold and black transfer decals. I've seen old sets of these sign letters on eBay in the past, but they usually sell for over $200. On Monday, the kids had school but most corporate-dwelling adults (like me) had a holiday. So, Chris and I went to Perkiomenville Flea Market, where we met my sister, Erin, and her husband,… -
fresh gifts | day 35 | not the slanket
23 Dec 2011 | 11:37 amYeah, so....I don't really have a gift idea for this post. I was going to write about The Slanket, but Chris told me that someone already wrote about it once.I really wanted to save this 35th and very last post of my fresh gifts for five weeks series to say thanks to all of the nice people who have read my blog during any point in the past five years. And all of the new people who just started reading, perhaps due to my ridiculous diversion called Vintage Picker Ryan Gosling. Or maybe you started reading because you heard about a giveaway or someone shared a link to my blog on Facebook. -
fresh gifts | day 34 | family interview
21 Dec 2011 | 5:35 pmI asked my family a few questions about their favorite gifts to give and receive.. Here's the transcript, but without the extraneous conversations about how mean Chris' step grandfather ("Papa") was, and how we need more kids in the family to play games with. Which lead to "when are you having another baby"? And "why can't we get a dog for Christmas"? Maybe this whole thing was a bad idea. What is the best gift that you ever gave someone? Chris (Husband): I gave my sister, Sue, a comb when I was ten. And I gave my mom an orange once. Maeve (7 yrs old): I gave Mayson a book at the holiday…
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Cordelia's Cottage
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My recent trip to Carmel-By-the-Sea
22 Jan 2012 | 9:04 pmMy husband and I celebrated our 30th anniversary in Carmel, CA. I always feel so much at home in Carmel because my grandparents lived there. I have fond memories of summers and many holidays spent there. Here are photos I took during our stay, mostly on our walks. We stayed at the luxurious 1929 Cypress Inn, which was awesome! The rooms are beautiful, updated to the 21st Century and the staff were wonderful. I love the charm and diversity of the homes in Carmel. I'm always fascinated with the natural, weather-worn look of gates and fences framing so many of the houses. My husband,… -
Best Fleas & Tent Events Across the USA! Right here in Point Loma!
5 Jan 2012 | 11:23 pmThe Spring 2012 issue of Romantic Country Magazine is out and the Point Loma Garden Walk boutique is included in the magazine's selection of the "Best fleas & Tent Events Across the USA". Thank you to Sunday Hendrickson, stylist extraordinaire, for her wonderful photos! . . . and to all of the wonderful vendors who took part in the boutique, the volunteers and Rady Children's Hospital Auxiliary - Dana Unit members. You all rock! Everyone, come on out for the Point Loma Garden Walk on Saturday, April 28, 2012. Hope to see you there! -
Our Christmas Eve Luminarias
29 Dec 2011 | 11:31 amThis was our first year putting out luminarias. It's our new tradition! A lot of people in our neighborhood do it and this year I was so excited about it. There's something so warm and welcoming about the luminarias. It was fun doing it (although we live on a corner so we had to put out 78 luminarias!) -
Merry Christmas, everyone!!!
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Trunk Show & Sale ~ Just in Time for Christmas!
8 Dec 2011 | 7:10 pm10% of proceeds will be donated to Mission Beach Woman's Club
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Ms Dow Antiques Tique Talk by Marianne Dow
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Today's Antiques Menu: Harry Rinker, Vincent Price, Sears, Picasso
7 Feb 2012 | 4:09 pmAbove picture is of the used-to-be-a-treasure item: the Sebastian Jello Cow - more info on Sebastianworld.com. What do Jello, Cows, Sears, Vincent Price, and the American Eagle all have in common? Well, they are either a treasure, a used-to-be-but-isn't-anymore, and a clunker. I'll let Harry explain it to ya: http://www.worthpoint.com/blog-entry/q-and-a-harry-rinker-vincent-price-collection This is another of Worthpoint.com's symbiotic partnerships: Harry Rinker writes a regular column for them. If you don't know who Harry is, or what Worthpoint's website offers... well,… -
Video of Miami Antiques Show by Martin Willis and Worthpoint
7 Feb 2012 | 11:45 amWorthpoint.com and Martin Willis partnered to bring us a video of the recent Miami Beach Antique Show. This is the video result -- a neat look at a huge show (900 dealers). Click ''full screen'' to enjoy. See the Miami Herald's photo/slide show Ms. Dow Antiques Blog 'Tique Talk is published by msdowantiques.com© 2011 Marianne Dow -
Collecting: #Vintage LEAP YEAR POSTCARDS
4 Feb 2012 | 12:19 pmI just love antique postcards, especially the amazing artwork on what I call "The Pretties". Art that has stayed vibrant and colorful due to the old printing and lithography methods. I like that there were postcards for just about every taste, theme, subject, and holiday. Even the oddest of holidays like Leap Year, which is more than a calendar correction. It's the special day where the gal gets to chase her man, with society's blessing, but only on the one extra day that comes in February every 4 years. Leap Year is the chance for single women to grab themselves a… -
More Video of the Antique Organs from the Milhous Brothers Collection Auction
3 Feb 2012 | 5:00 pmHere's an incredible collection of ornate theater sized antique organs, from the Milhous Brothers' famous collection, heading to auction. Do yourself a favor and download the pdf catalog. Besides the organs there are exquisite antique cars and petroliana, all beautifully photographed. View the catalog online here. Once you have that opened, you can save it to your computer, and see it larger. Wow! Here's a video clip of the GAUDIN -- you can see how small the man looks, standing in front of it. And you can hear that wonderful sound! Be sure to click FULL SCREEN to really enjoy it. More… -
More History Flickers - Japanese Stereo View Photos As Animated GIFs - Gorgeous
2 Feb 2012 | 10:24 am[Sumo wrestlers] From the Art of Japan website pinktentacle.com: Animated stereoviews of old Japan In the late 19th and early 20th century, enigmatic photographer T. Enami (1859-1929) captured a number of 3D stereoviews depicting life in Meiji-period Japan.A stereoview consists of a pair of nearly identical images that appear three-dimensional when viewed through a stereoscope, because each eye sees a slightly different image. This illusion of depth can also be recreated with animated GIFs like the ones here, which were created from Flickr images posted by Okinawa Soba. Follow the links under…
