"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
Essex NY
Full and By Farm, July 21
The heat and humidity have made the last few days seem even longer. The farmers and animals around here are all a bit cranky and really sweaty by the end of the day, looking forward to the sun dipping behind the hills. Other than heat, this week has been dominated by animal … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm, July 21
Wine Tasting at the Rudder Club
There's a new event starting this week at The Rudder Club and Essex Shipyard: Sunday Wine Tastings! The tastings will occur Sundays, from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. and include 2 Reds, 2 Whites and some light finger foods. This week's event (7/24) will consist of 2 wines by Diseno … [Read more...] about Wine Tasting at the Rudder Club
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
Greenbeans at the Old Dock
Have you tried the Greenbeans at the Old Dock in Essex, New York? I wandered in late last night, but caught their last set. These local boys from Willsboro can really put a sway in your slouch, a tap-tap-tap in your toes and a green bean eating grin on your mug. I plan to learn … [Read more...] about Greenbeans at the Old Dock