Proper Care and Maintenance of Aluminum Trees

January 7, 2011, 6 Comments

Well, it’s that time again. It’s the time when all the wonder and sparkle of the holiday season gets tucked back into boxes and stored away. And when you decorate with vintage items, packing is a very important thing to do right. Ceramics need to be bundled up with tissue paper and bubble wrap and…

How to: Clean Vintage Upholstery

May 29, 2010, 10 Comments

What a week it’s been. I had several papers due, and have been packing a bit. Only 15 more days until graduation! Meanwhile, last week I purchased a vintage sofa from Joe Klem in Coburg, and boy was it dusty and dirty! It certainly needed some TLC, and I was more than willing. So this is how I…

How To: Clean an Old Suitcase

August 9, 2009, 2 Comments

For me, old suitcases have always had an instant feeling of nostalgia about them. They also have great style – much more style than any suitcase of today. Those suitcases all look the same. Aside from being travel accessories, old suitcases make for great storage of scrapbooking materials, fabric and other items, and when stacked, they create…

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Proper Care and Maintenance of Aluminum Trees

How to: Clean Vintage Upholstery

How To: Clean an Old Suitcase