HowTos Index

How To Do a Completed Item Search on eBay
Researching values for antiques and collectibles on eBay most often relies on doing a completed item search. You can learn how to accomplish this task quickly and efficiently.

How To Clean and Season Cast Iron
Learn how to clean a rusty old cast iron pan and then season it to perfection for future cooking.

How To Check Glassware For Damage
A simple How To on checking for damage in glassware.

How To Use a China Matching Service
Utilizing a china matching service can yeild great results when researching patterns and searching for replacement pieces for heirloom sets of china.

How To Store Old Linens
Storing heirloom linens properly will keep them beautiful for years to come. Learn "how to" with these step-by-step instructions.

How To Store an Antique Quilt
Storing antique quilts properly can keep them crisp and usable for future generations. Learn more with this useful step-by-step guide.

How To Display an Antique Quilt
Displaying an antique quilt can add a country feel to your home but if not done properly, your favorite textiles may be damaged. Learn how to safely display an antique quilt here.

How To Clean Old Linens
A "How To" on cleaning old linens, from your Guide to Antiques on About.com.

How To Bid at a Live Auction
Going to live auctions can be fun and exciting. Learn what to do before you go to make your auction visits more successful with a helpful "how to" list.

How To Be an Antiques Dealer
Think you've got what it takes to be an antiques dealer? Find out for sure with this "how to" guide.

How To Properly Store Old Photographs
Storing photographs for future generations means more than sticking them in an album. Learn how you can preserve your families keepsake photos for posterity.