Today, you can get lamp oil and use the lamps. Some say you can even use olive oil which I have not tried. The chimney does get smokey but make sure you use your glass top so you don’t burn your house down! Some of the hurricane lamps take a simple candle. Keep it away […]
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Celebrating Our New Location on 5th Street in Jamestown, NY
This spring marked an exciting milestone for us—we officially moved out of our home office and into our new space on 5th Street in Jamestown, NY! You’ll now find us just below Young Tax Offices and right across from the library, a perfect spot to continue growing and serving our clients. Our big move happened […]
Glass Door Project
Finally, my desk project, which I started in July, is now finished. It seems something always came up where I didn’t want to spend the money on the glass top for the desk that Bruce made for me from a wild idea I had this summer. Luckily, he just ordered it for my birthday. And […]
The Timeless Charm of Mason Jars
From Preservation to Pantry Organization Mason jars have been a household staple since John Landis Mason first invented them in 1858 for preserving food. These jars were a vital tool in food storage, but today, they’ve evolved into versatile collectibles used in endless creative ways. Growing up, Ball jars were everywhere in our home. My […]
A Nostalgic Brew
The Charm of Antique Coffee Grinders There’s something undeniably captivating about antique coffee grinders. Their rich wood tones, intricate metal designs, and charming hand cranks bring back memories of simpler times. While I’m certainly not giving up my Cuisinart Grind and Brew for daily use, I have a soft spot for these vintage beauties—they’re just […]