From Out of the Past: May 2008

Big News From Out of the Past

We have some big news to tell you.

Charlie and I have decided to retire again and close the store. This 4+ year venture has been great. We've met wonderful people, had loads of fun, learned a lot and basically thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We know that although we want to stay in the business in some form or fashion, we are looking for some more flexibility with our time.

The business is for sale so if you know someone who would like to get into the antiques business, please send them our way!

We plan to close on July 9th so right now, we are ready to bargain. Our dealers are having sales as well so now is the time to get some really great deals!

Pictured are more great finds from our dealers and us. There is something for everyone but first, you know I have to start off with a nature shot.

One evening, while sitting on the porch and discussing closing the store, all of the sudden we noticed this little guy strutting across the porch puffing out his throat trying to find a girlfriend, I guess. Anyway, I ran in to get my camera and was able to get a few pictures of him on this flower pot. Obviously he wasn't trying to impress me because he refused to puff anymore. I guess he knew I was 'spoken for'. Ya think?

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Geerpres 10 gallon mop bucket - great as a planter

Leaf dish from 1954-probably a ceramics class project

Coffee Grinder

Old cookie cutters

Salt and Pepper Shakers - Aren't they cute!

As always, Charlie and I wish you the best.

Charlie and Chris

Hello From Out of the Past

Wow, what beautiful weather we've been having here in the South. Each day seems to be prettier and prettier. Thankfully, we missed the horrible storms that swarmed around us.

Hope all of you did as well.

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Last week, I featured furniture we still have from the estate sale two weekends ago. This week I've featured some sterling flatware pieces. They are the Repousse pattern by S. Kirk and Son. I'm not sure of the dates of this pattern but my research indicates it may be 1932-1961. No matter how old it is, the pattern is stunning! I have also featured some interesting items we have around the shop.

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First, of course, is my nature shot. Every year in the Spring, at the base of an old pecan tree we have in our yard, this beautiful clover appears and then blooms and blooms and blooms. This picture really doesn't do it justice but I do like the contrast of the blossoms with the bark.

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Repousse Lettuce Fork

Repousse Salad Forks (we have 12).

Martini Shaker

Egg Basket

Hob Nail Milk Glass Pitcher with 6 glasses

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Have a great week and hope to see you in the shop.

Charlie and Chris

Greetings

Greetings From Out of the Past

A big thank you goes out to all of you who helped make the estate sale last weekend a success. We sold loads of smalls but not as much furniture or silver as we did during the estate sale we had in February. So, with that in mind, I've taken more pictures of the furniture available and if you are looking for a deal, come and get it.

I've also featured items in the shop. Note the license plates and the Grandfather and Grandmother figurines below. The grandparents are really piggy banks and have "Retirement Fund" written on the back. The license plates are from one of our dealers who specializes in them. He has over 500 in his personal collection plus numerous others for sale from all over the U.S. In fact, he and his wife are heading to California soon and will be on the search for more while on their trip.

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News from the sidebar:

Make sure you check out the pictures of great things from our dealers featured on the sidebar. They all really have an eye for finding

unique and fun antiques and collectibles.

Also on the sidebar is a new link to the local cottage industry, Kitsch N Sink Studio. Kristine of Kitsch N Sink, specializes in primitive and whimsical art. Click on the link to see her creative and fun work.

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Last but not least, I'm once again starting this posting off with a nature picture. The one below is of a day lily bud at our home. This particular lily was given to me by a dear friend who also happened to be a fellow educator and our oldest son's first grade teacher. (She retired after having him - coincidence? Sure hope so!). Anyway, she, along with her grandchildren, gave them to me when I retired and I have split them up several times since then. I am really looking forward to seeing the blooms! Stay tuned. I usually don't name my pictures but when I saw the bud, the word 'promise' stuck in my mind so this one is so named.

Promise

Paul has plates from Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Lousisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee,
Texas and Utah in the shop.

This is a stunning tablecloth and napkin set. It is Irish Linen with cotton lace and has never been used. There are 12 18" matching napkins.

The grandparents piggy banks. How cute are these!

Old bread crock

Still in the box, a Comfy hot water bottle.

And now for the furniture:

This cherry table was bought in the 1950's. It is a Hinkel Harris piece from Winchester, Va. The chairs, also solid cherry, were bought in the late 50's or early 60's right here in Griffin and are Traditional Willett. The Willett Furniture Company was based in Louisville, Ky.

A comfortable wingchair recliner.

Table and chairs

Entertainment Center

Buffet

Have a great week.
Charlie and Chris

Estate Sale Silver and Linen

Sterling Gorham English Gadroon Flatware

Coffee Urn with burner

Rice Linen Tablecloth and Napkins

More Estate Pictures, Etc.

Yesterday when I got home, one of the bearded iris buds I have been watching had burst forth during the day. What a beauty! These flowers have so many parts that I had to focus on the beard for a second picture. (Please let me know if I have identified these flowers incorrectly. I simply love taking pictures of flowers but rarely have a clue as to what they are - sad but true.)

After the flower pictures, you'll see more pictures from the estate sale.

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This is where we are having the sale. Just come through the carriage doors and shop 'til you drop. Coffee will be available for those early shoppers.

There is a whole lot of sterling and plated silver items which will be put out each day of the sale. Below you'll see a suitcase, silver box and storage crate that are packed full of simply beautiful items.