Imagine this: you’re in one of your favorite antique shops and you spot a beautiful, old armoire. It’s design is perfect for your space, but the finish is… very worn. You’ve taken on furniture painting before. It’s time consuming, a bit costly, and hard to do well...
One common phrase associated with antiquing is, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” More apt, however, might be “All that glitters is not gold.” There are many myths about antiquing, and shows like Antique Roadshow, while fascinating, don’t do much to debunk...
The old saying goes, “everything that glitters is not gold.” In the world of antique shopping, it’s important to realize that everything that is old is not an antique. Here are some tips for finding quality antique furniture on your next antiquing...
If you’re like me and enjoy antiquing or restoring old furniture, Dallas can be a hub of opportunities. There are dozens of great antique stores you can search through to find that perfect piece. Below is a list of some of the best antique stores that Dallas, TX has...
It is amazing what you can do with an old piece of furniture. Sure, you could go to Ikea or Pottery Barn and get a new piece to put in your home, however, there is something special about fixing up an old unique piece, and putting your own modern twist on it. There...
