"I love mysteries! I received this story from Sofie Couch, an author who re-purposed an old steam trunk and thought it might be the basis of a new mystery novel. Thanks Sofie for your email and let us know if you decide to write this story! Marla Shaw didn’t like worms, or … [Read more...] about Marla Shaw’s Steamer Trunk Mystery
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Portrait of Jenny Linn: the Swedish Nightingale
"This week I received an email from Mike Kiger with an incredible story about a chance find with an interesting story attached to it. I hope he finally does some investigating to find out more about this treasure and the story of Jenny Linn: While traveling on the Oregon … [Read more...] about Portrait of Jenny Linn: the Swedish Nightingale
How to Pull off Statement Pieces
"Do you ever walk by that occasionally style-confused person and think “Great idea, but bad execution?” As someone who likes to generally play it safe, I can attest to the fact that it is challenging to go out on a limb. Yes, my closet is filled with neutral colors, but what … [Read more...] about How to Pull off Statement Pieces
French Provincial Sideboard
"Yesterday I received this email from Steve Chicoine about an experience he had with with an antique dealer. He was discouraged by the situation, but definitely ending up on the winning end of the deal[:] It is the design and craftsmanship that makes antique furniture unique … [Read more...] about French Provincial Sideboard
Give Your Windows and Doors a Unique Vintage Treatment
"I get the best emails from my readers! Susan Terkel sent me story along with some great photos. She certainly let her imagination and creativity go wild when she found uses for her vintage treasures: It happened a few years ago when I was staring at my stash of vintage … [Read more...] about Give Your Windows and Doors a Unique Vintage Treatment