Good to Know
Hung Up on Vintage Wallpaper
A leap of faith blossoms into a retro wallpaper business that’s on a roll.
Wild About Wicker
Learn more about the materials and techniques that have woven their way into our lives.
Reviving Enamelware
Learn how to give tough-as-nails enamelware a little TLC.
Denim Evolution
Get to know the history of your basic blues in the this story devoted to the worldwide phenomenon that is denim.
Stain Master
Patric Richardson (aka the Laundry Evangelist) spills secrets for getting the yellow, yuck and stink out of vintage textiles.
The Big Move
It takes more than muscle to get a heavy item home from a show. These items are our go-tos for securing and easing the load.
How Old Are You?
Be a detective! With a little sleuthing, you can figure out when an item was made. And age may give you an indication of value.
A Glass Of Its Own
The colors, shapes and details of vintage glassware make it stand out on any table. Here's how to shop and care for this fragile classic.
Caring for Cutlery
Get vintage flatware adorned with pretty bone, Bakelite and horn handles in tip-top shape.
What's in a Name?
Jadeite? Milk glass? Yellowware? You may be surprised to learn that these vintage collectables in “tried-and-true” hues sometimes take a detour as horses of a different color.
Armchair Expert
Its shape may woo you from a distance, but up close that chair shows some serious flaws. Could it be a diamond in the rough? Upholstery pro Michelle Minner gives tips for sizing up a castoff.
Raise a Glass
Vintage barware recalls the heyday of the cocktail era. Here are a few things to know about these statuesque stunners.