Rummaging 101: China, Porcelain, Ceramics...What it all means

I thought it might be helpful if we start to explore some variations of products and learn about the basics of terminology.

China, Ceramics, Porcelain and Bone China....all these terms get super confusing. So, let's do a little flow chart here to help.

Rummaging 101, Resource GuidesStacy HarvieOctober 16, 2017china, bone china, ceramics, porcelain, Identify, Restore, DecorateComment

Rummaging 101: Complete Guide to Scoring Great Finds at Flea Markets

I sure do love a manicure or lunch with friends. I love my morning latte. And I love a good documentary. But nothing...absolutely nothing makes me as happy as Flea Market. I love every single thing about them. I love the sense of community. I love the energy in the air. I love the smell of the concession stand. And I crave the hunt.

Rummaging 101, Resource GuidesStacy HarvieOctober 11, 2017Flea Market, Hunting Tips, Hunting, Hunting FeatureComment

Rummaging 101: How to Clean an Old Vintage Painting

One of my most favorite things to find at Flea Markets is vintage artwork. The living room wall above my couch is an ode to my love of old artwork with character. But many times, the condition you find them in is anything but great. And unless I am uncovering a Picasso, I highly doubt I am going to be getting anything professionally restored.

Rummaging 101, Interiors, Resource GuidesStacy HarvieOctober 4, 2017Restore, Restore FeatureComment

Vintage Toast Rack: What is it and what do I do with it?

It seems you can't hardly flip through a magazine anymore without seeing a vintage toast rack on a desk holding stationary or mail. Don't get me wrong, I use one for the exact same thing on my desk. But what exactly are they and what was their orginial purpose?

Jefferson Cups

The vintage Jefferson Cup is the work horse of your entertainment arsenal, folks.