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Are you interested in collecting American art pottery? It doesn’t matter if you’re starting your collection or building one that you already have in place, it’s a good idea to have a sound understanding of the most valuable makers. While there are hundreds of American art pottery makers out there – some still in business […]

Go back in time 100+ years and stoneware crocks were a mainstay in kitchens all over the world. They played a big role in keeping food fresh before the introduction of refrigerators. While stoneware crocks could still be useful in today’s day and age, they’re not nearly as functional as they once were. After all, […]

If you’ve ever laid eyes on an American Indian basket, you probably fell in love right then and there. From the patterns to the shapes to the attention to detail, these are truly pieces of art. Not only are these baskets beautiful and functional, but a recent rise in popularity has pushed their value sky […]

There may come a point when you find yourself in the market for a new television. Maybe you’re doing so because you want a bigger (or smaller) screen in a particular room of your home. Or maybe you have no choice, as your old television finally conked out. On the plus side, the price of […]

In our last blog post, we discussed the importance of regularly cleaning out your storage shed. While there are many benefits of doing so, there’s something you need to remember: a shed is meant for storage. And when it comes to storage, there are some tools that every shed should have. These include but are […]

When spring cleaning, you spend a good amount of time inside your home. And once you’re done there, you probably find yourself in your garage. While it’s important to focus your time and energy here, don’t forget about your storage shed. It requires just as much attention. Here are some tips to follow when cleaning […]

Do you have an item around home that you’re interested in selling? From a piece of artwork to an antique mirror, there may come a point when you realize that you want to part with it. But before you do anything, it’s critical that you place an accurate value on the item. If you price […]

It’s difficult to get into the habit of treating your garage like another room in your home. And for this reason, it’s sure to gather dust and debris, while also becoming an area where you store all kinds of items. Cleaning your garage may not be the most exciting project you take on around home, […]

There is no denying the fact that some items are best purchased new. However, this doesn’t hold true all the time. There are a variety of items that you should consider buying secondhand, as it allows you to get what you want, but at a drastically reduced price. For example, here are some of the […]

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s safe to assume that you’re spending a lot of time at home. While it’s frustrating for all of us, it’s a great time to get things done around your house that you’ve been putting off. For example, it’s spring cleaning time, so don’t hesitate to get down and dirty. […]