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October 2, 2019 Hunt Stories

Had to Say No to These

It is so much fun sharing the things I buy, but the truth is there are a lot more things

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September 29, 2019 Hunt Stories

An Unexpected Haul

Friday dawned sunny and lovely, but drat I was heading out to a dental appointment. It was just for a

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September 25, 2019 Hunt Stories

What I’m Buying, or Not, This Fall

As I’ve gotten to know more vintage sellers I’ve realized that while most of us are generalists, we all have

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September 17, 2019 Hunt Stories

Thank You Little Thrift Store

I’ve been a thrift-store lover for years but I’ve also been known to kvetch about them from time to time

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September 12, 2019 Hunt Stories

Not All Estate Sales Are Created Equal

To be fair, the estate sale folks did advertise this sale as a “true digger.” Lots of boxes. Not much

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September 7, 2019 Hunt Stories / Vintage Goodies

Loving Vintage Lab Glassware

I’m a big fan of repurposing stuff, though I often lack the imagination to see how things could be adapted.

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August 31, 2019 Hunt Stories

Saying “Yes” to the…Coat!

First, let me say I hadn’t been out sourcing for five days. I’ve been a good girl and listing previously

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August 25, 2019 Hunt Stories / Sentimental Stuff

San Francisco Day Trip and “Stuff”

Many decades ago, in another life really, I lived in San Francisco for a three years. I was young and

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August 23, 2019 Hunt Stories / Vintage Goodies

Buying a Piece of Howard’s Childhood and Other Goodies

I’m slowly climbing out of my rut and getting my joy back. And the other day helped. I was perusing

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August 11, 2019 Hunt Stories / Vintage Goodies

Folk Art Wood Finds

I love little handmade wood things, so I’m always thrilled when I find some when I’m out hunting. These first

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After years of collecting I’ve channeled my passion for vintage things into a small business. In this blog I share my favorite finds, adventures and life lessons learned along the way. Don’t be a stranger!

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