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30 Elements to Creating a Collected, Vintage Folk-Art Forward Decor
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 09.20.22 | Tam TranIf you're drawn to a collected, vintage folk art forward design style, Kaitlyn Coffee will inspire you to find unique, quality items for your home decor. See her top 30 guest curation of the best vintage finds.
Continue ReadingHow to Create a Classic Chinoiserie Chic Display with Cynthia Shirey
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.20.22 | Tam TranMeet self-taught interior stylist, Cynthia Shirey, who’ll inspire you to achieve an effortless classic, timeless look with a bit of chinoiserie in this week’s Complementary. Guest Curations.
Continue ReadingModern Judaica Collection: Antiques and Vintage Jewish Art, Artifacts, and More
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 05.10.22 | Jennifer VentrescaWhen the world-traveling widow of a prominent traveling Rabbi downsizes, her impressive globally-sourced collection of Judaica are slated to go into an online auction.
Continue ReadingTips for Creating Globally-Inspired Cozy Chic Spaces with a Twist of Southern Hospitality
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 03.04.22 | Tam TranAs a design consultant, Molly Blankenship works closely with designers and homeowners to source unique finds from around the world for their spaces. But at the same time she also shares her finds with anyone having the same passion for home decor and interior design on Instagram (@notallbeige) and her website Not All Beige. Let’s find out what things Molly wants to share with you from our auction block.
Continue ReadingRaleigh's Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces
City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 02.28.22 | Connor LemieuxIf you are asking where to find antiques near Raleigh or places to shop for the best antique and vintage finds, the Raleigh area has what you want! From vintage pieces, antique furniture, fine furniture and decorative accents to luxury designer fashion and jewelry, we have some of the best places in Wake County to shop luxury estate sales, antiques, vintage, and consignments at non-retail prices.
Continue ReadingUpstate Updates with CJ Swank
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 02.02.22 | Jennifer VentrescaWhen CJ Swank, a former Visual Arts Director retired and began chronicling her experiences in updating her upstate New York on instagram (@cjswank_newyork), insta browsers took notice. Her eclectic and fun design sense permeates her feed. Discover what's inside as CJ shares her curated selection of antiques and vintage pieces.
Continue ReadingVictorian House Styles: An Era of Unique Design
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 01.28.22 | Alison Bentley (Guest Blogger)Picture a dollhouse – a colorful exterior, several stories high, gabled roof, highly decorative details, maybe even a tower – and you’ve just envisioned a Victorian style home. From their iconic exteriors, to their opulent interiors fit for a queen, Victorian houses are a unique home style that stands out from the rest. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home in Chicago, IL or are fascinated by the popular house styles across the US, a Victorian home should be on your list of must-sees.
Continue ReadingGlobal Collection from the Estate of Ronald & Elizabeth Sher
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 10.09.21 | Jennifer VentrescaIn the post World War II and Cold War eras, Ron and Betty Sher shared successful careers inside the U.S. Department of State. She was a retired Foreign Service Staff Officer and he was a U.S. Navy veteran and retired foreign service officer. Both spent their careers dealing with diplomats and dignitaries around the world in various Soviet Union "Iron Curtain" countries, China, Southeast Asia, Togo, Senegal, Germany and beyond. In fact, between the two, they explored and visited over 55 countries. Learn about this dynamic couple and their estate.
Continue ReadingCreating Sophisticated & Collected Spaces with Michelle Whitener
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 09.28.21 | Tam TranDesigner and lifestyle blogger, Michelle Whitener, shares her styling tips on creating sophisticated and collected spaces and her favorite items as our guest curator.
Continue ReadingMoving? Safely pack and move fine antiques and vintage furniture
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 09.23.21 | Guest Blogger: Sarah JamesMoving is always a stressful process. There are a lot of things that require careful organizing and preparation. This is never more true than when you need to pack antique and valuable pieces. Here's how to pack and move antique furniture safely to your new home.
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