Good to Know
Dig In
Garden expert Larry Pfarr has the dirt on bringing old tools back to life.
Refinishers' Tool Kit
The Lived-In Style staff isn't afraid to get down and dirty with DIY, thanks to an arsenal of the best products to clean, refresh, and refinish good old junk.
Swizzling Hot
Delightful cocktail stirrers make for one of the most conversation-starting vintage collectibles around.
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.
Stain Master
Patric Richardson (aka the Laundry Evangelist) spills secrets for getting the yellow, yuck and stink out of vintage textiles.
Denim Evolution
Get to know the history of your basic blues in the this story devoted to the worldwide phenomenon that is denim.
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.
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.
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.