Article Archives: What’s in the Attic?

Kitschy Cool — Vintage Ransburg

September 10, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

In the 27 years I have worked with clients to liquidate their estates I have seen some incredible things. People often ask me what the one piece has been that I would liked to have had for myself. Hmmm… there have been a number of rare first edition books. Then … Read More

Yearning for the Days of Grandma’s Home Churned Butter

September 3, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Standing at the dairy cooler, shopping for butter, I was amazed at the variety of choices before me. Cultured, light, extra-light, salt-free, whipped, flavored, in tubs, sticks, or blocks. Oh, how it made me yearn for those days at my grandma’s house where butter was simply butter. The introduction of … Read More

The Return of MCM Art Glass

August 27, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Since 2005, those of us who sell art glass have been struggling with an ever-decreasing interest in our merchandise. Much to our delight, the past few years have seen a growing appreciation for fine glassware, but know this . . . it is not all glassware. Clear glass and crystal … Read More

Recycle & Refresh with Vintage Fabric

August 20, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

From designer limited-stock to flea market finds, vintage fabric has found an audience in the current MCM craze. Whether you go small with throw pillows and trendy little Bohemian shoulder bags, or reupholster a set of chrome kitchen chairs, mid-20th century fabric is available, affordable, and fun to work with. … Read More

The Timeless Elegance of the Pocket Watch

August 13, 2020 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

As I work my way through the estates of central Indiana I find some things to be a constant. Everyone owns a George Foreman grill, no one wants the family china and somewhere in the mix I will inevitably find a pocket watch. For decades the pocket watch has been … Read More