I love auctions, and flea markets.In the spirit of reduce, reuse, recycle, we haunt auctions and try to pick up pieces that others do not want. Rather like our cats, I suppose!
There are quite a few antique stores around Lanark County.
These marvellous old barns, refurbished buildings, including a new one in Lombardy/Smith's Falls, that used to be a gas station/dealership.
Some of the pieces ARE the worse for wear.
I'm not particularly handy, but it is fun to look.
I love the old knick knacks, even while trying to declutter.
The truly beautiful ones are well above our budget, but lovely to look at.
We've picked up presents for friends, e.g., newspaper of the day featuring the Kennedy Assassination.
The smell of these old pieces are incredible. Tucked away in attics and barns and lofts. The books, too, are amazing.
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| A new piece? |
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| Beautiful desk, with shelf/drawers below |
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| Three older pieces |
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| Love the old sideboard and highchair! |
oh this looks like fun. My mother in law has quite a collection of blue mountain pottery.
ReplyDeleteA great way to spend a fun day.
ReplyDeleteGreat, great, great stuff!
ReplyDeleteI would gladly take a few of those pieces!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like fun to me!
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I love looking through thrift and antique shops. - Margy
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