Antiques December 2006 Archive

Using heirloom linens can add an air of nostalgia when decorating a table for special occasions. If you're ready to put grandma's Christmas tablecloth or Aunt Tessie's favorite placemats away Read More...

If those New Year's resolutions you never seem to keep are just all over for you, honestly, I can't blame you. Who needs the guilt, right? Making a Read More...

Before you hang that new calendar for 2007, consider the past. From popular advertising slogans of yesteryear to beautiful women and glorious winter scenes, it's usually the illustrations that Read More...

I'm taking a break to enjoy some holiday cheer with family and friends. Before I step away from the computer for a bit, I thought I'd share one more Read More...

Ready to hit the kitchen to bake some sumptuous holiday treats? Before you whip up another fantastic batch of holiday goodies, read about what well-dressed cooks have been wearing Read More...

In the vein of you never know where you're going to learn something new, I was once reading an issue of O: The Oprah Magazine and discovered that Evelyn Read More...

Sometimes we think about life more than 100 years ago and imagine simpler times. But when it came to Christmas, the Victorians really did it up right. Decorating, feasting Read More...

Do you have a special little holiday collection you look forward to unpacking year after year? It might be something small or sentimental, because it's often the little things Read More...

Getting a little bored with your holiday table decorations? It might be easier than you think to shake things up. A simple pair or two of holiday salt and Read More...

There are a few things all collectors, dealers and antiques enthusiasts need to make their lives easier. If you're a practical shopper with an antiquer in your life, you'll definitely Read More...

Antique sheet music offers collectors an affordable yet beautifully decorative option when seeking something new and interesting to collect. Even though I don't avidly seek this type of ephemera Read More...

Most any collector has pondered opening a gift and finding the treasure of their dreams. My fantasy gift would be more collectible than antique, but it would definitely be a Read More...

The Santa we know and love today is more of modern notion than most people realize. When you look at many of the collectible Santa items dating back to Read More...

Vintage costume jewelry is still ultra popular with the fashion savvy. If someone you know has requested a vintage jewelry gift from Santa, never fear. My tips for buying Read More...