Article Archives: What’s in the Attic?

From the sublime to the ridiculous: Surrealist Antiques

June 20, 2024 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

A designer friend once told me that no room is complete until you add a touch of whimsy, and there is no faster way to accomplish a whimsical presence than to add “surrealist antiques” to your home. While they are definitely not for everyone, we are seeing a steady growth … Read More

The Answers are in the Almanac

April 18, 2024 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Unique in content and inexplicably accurate, the “Old Farmer’s Almanac” stands as the oldest continuously published periodical in North America. This little book (which is actually no more than a pamphlet) was first published by Robert B. Thomas in 1792 under the name “The Farmer’s Almanac.” Originally intended to be … Read More

Baskets, Bunnies, and Blow Molds — Oh My!

March 21, 2024 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

The temperatures are climbing, the lilies are starting to bloom and the shopping malls are filling up with life size bunnies and giant colored eggs. There is no doubt about it, Easter is right around the corner. While they will most likely never reach the popularity level of Christmas collectibles, … Read More

Collectible Board Games

March 14, 2024 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

What do a map of WWII safe houses, a pile of 8-sided coins, an egg timer and a thimble have in common? They have all been pieces of one of the top 10 vintage collectibles for 2024…the board game! Early games are hard to find and quite pricey when you … Read More

Thrift Store Shopping — What’s Trending For 2024

February 15, 2024 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

New trends and old favorites are topping the list of the most popular thrift store items for 2024. Ready to shake off those winter blues with a day of junking? Here’s what the experts say we should be watching for. Once again vintage clothing makes the list with emphasis on … Read More