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Category: Sentimental Stuff

July 8, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

The Stuff We Inherit…

The other day was my Aunt Janet’s birthday which naturally got me thinking about her. She died unexpectedly in January

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July 5, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Summer is Here!

Summer finally arrived in Silicon Valley and temperatures shot up…for a bit! I am never too hungry when it’s hot

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July 1, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

“Sitting By the Dock of the Bay…”

Well, okay, not technically. We never actually made it to the Bay, but we did have a few lovely days

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June 30, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Is Pewter Worth Reselling?

Every once in a while I spot a bit of pewter in a thrift store or at the flea market

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June 24, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Friday “Field Trip” Fun and Keeping Busy

Most days my routine doesn’t vary too much so I appreciate opportunities to mix it up a little. Friday my

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June 22, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Bread-and-Butter Finds from Local Goodwills

While I like to buy the really, really good stuff (old sterling silver, MCM artwork, fantastic jewelry, etc), it’s harder

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June 16, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Getting My [Thrifting] Mojo Back

While sourcing last weekend I felt off my game. I was strangely bored and not making the best decisions. Instead

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June 12, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

I’ve Seen This All Before…

Initially I was thinking this would be a fine thrifting weekend. I had good venues lined up (some of my

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June 7, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Back in the Swing of Things

I’ve come out the other side of that week-long sales drought and what a relief! Things are selling again. I

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June 4, 2023 Sentimental Stuff

Well, That was Disappointing!

When I started my vintage biz on Etsy I was elated to be able to follow one of my passions

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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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