antiques

Though the falling leaves are beautiful during this chilly season, homeowners everywhere are dreading the extra seasonal chore of raking them from their yards. However, there are alternatives; leaf blowers and similar attachments for lawn mowers that pick up leaves and shred them into compost. Some leaf blowers also have attachments to become snow ...

As the leaves change, the weather cools, and the sun sets a tad bit sooner each day, we realize that fall is among us. It’s time to pull out our jackets and scarves and trek through the brisk mornings and evenings to and from work. Why not be the most fashionable, while wearing vintage couture […]...

The popular Red Wing Pottery has been around since the late 1800s in Red Wing, Minnesota. It’s unique vintage red wing stamp was on everything that was produced from the company, including dinnerware, stoneware, artistic pottery and more. The design of the pottery is what makes Red Wing stand out from its competitors; the simple […]...

Do you entertain, host and enjoy parties? Well, if so, this post is for you. Every great event involves enjoying food and drinks with family and friends. Sitting around a big table reminiscing about yesteryear isn’t possible without a beautiful dining room suite, something that you are proud of and excited for your friends to […]...

Summer is winding down and fall is right around the corner, which means warm nights indoors and participating in winter hobbies. Baking is a huge attraction as the seasons change because it is so calming and slow-paced. While cookies and cakes are sweet and taste great on any occasion, many folks forget that fresh dough […]...

Dear Mr. Sanders: I am writing this to let you know how pleased I was with our services.  Your help and assistance in helping me “down” size my household was greatly appreciated.  I also appreciated your honesty and candor in the disposing of many of my possessions.  As you are well aware most of your […]...

Carnival Glass is one of the most beautiful, unique and the shiniest of the moulded or pressed glasses. The thinner and finer the glass, the more expensive it becomes because it so much more challenging to mould and shape into the artist’s creation. Carnival Glass is so rare that if it is produced in this […]...

Four Sales arranged for the pickup and auctioning off of some estate items (antique furniture and related items such as glassware, plates, collectibles from overseas, etc) after my mother passed. An unexpected passing of my relative created an estate sale need.  I checked some sources and spoke to other providers and settled on Four Sales.   D...

Vintage tea sets have been around for centuries. The sets are made up of 5 pieces, a coffee server, teapot, sugar bowl, creamer and tray. So when visiting an estate sale be aware of the count! Brands like Reed & Barton, Alessi, Cuisinox and William Rogers are some of the most exquisite fine silver plated […]...

Couture designers from all over the world have made creations for Washington’s elite crowd, and you have the opportunity to hunt it down at estate sales. The options are endless for what you may find. Designers like Coco Chanel, Vera Wang, Gucci, Versace and Louis Vuitton have sought after some of the nation and world’s […]...