Speaking of Antiquing
What’s it Worth? – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – July 2019
In the last month, several people have come into the shop requesting an appraisal of their valuables. None of us here at Pickety Place are […]
A Glass Act – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – June 2019
Every day we get compliments that our colored glass display window is one of the best windows in town. We have arranged the color scheme […]
Know Your Antique Wood – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – May 2019
The glory of antique furniture, be it a piece from the Federalist period, the Victorian era, mid-century Modern, English or American, it’s all about the […]
Spark of Discovery Alive and Well at Pickety Place Antiques & Collectibles – by Peggy Dover
“When most people come in and start looking around they say, ‘“Oh, this reminds me of my grandmother’s house, or my mother used to have this,’” says Margaret Barnes, one of four partners of Pickety […]
Pickety Place Stays True to Vintage – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – April 2019
An “antique” is an item of value that is at least 100 years old. A “collectible” is termed vintage to reflect the era or decade from which it comes.
With the […]
The Buzz About Buttons – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – March 2019
Buttons have played a part in all of our lives since before we can even remember. One of the first dexterity tests we are given as small children […]
Collecting Trains a Treat – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – February 2019
From the dawning of the locomotive age came the love of toy trains that followed. Children and adults alike fantasized about traveling down a narrow track to distant places and […]
Collecting Glass Boots, Shoes and Slippers – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – December 2018/January 2019
I have recently acquired a small vintage collection of tiny glass boots, shoes and slippers in varying sizes and colors. While favor for collecting this tchotchke may be waning, […]
Holiday Dining Time! – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – November 2018
One thing I love about the holiday season is gathering with friends and family. For the most part, it brings out the best in us, and we bring out the […]
Lights, Action…Cameras! – by Margaret Barnes
Speaking of Antiquing – October 2018
Preserving an image that the eye sees is indeed a miracle of modern times. How fantastic would it be to have an actual snapshot image of the babe in the […]