When Bruce and I first started decorating our first home, we both developed a bit of an obsession with green-handled kitchen utensils. Maybe it was from watching one too many Julia Child cooking shows, which sparked a love for all things vintage in the kitchen. Or perhaps it was the charming, functional design of these […]
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The Charm of a Cobbler’s Bench
A cobbler was once a skilled craftsman who repaired shoes, and today, their benches can be found in antique stores. These benches often have a seat for the cobbler, along with little drawers and slots to store tools. Now, they make perfect display pieces or unique tables, ideal for a dining room or living room. […]
Antiques in Corry
This week’s expedition was Corry, PA. We heard of a new antique mall at the Ruff Acres Antique Roadshow and decided to go for a road trip. Bruce failed to tell me about the length of the drive. Note to readers: I revert to a seven-year-old on road trips that are longer than 20 minutes. […]