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09/12/2026

Of course the French made a literal and adorable translation. I’m clearly drawn to them because I realized after multiple markets I ended up with a stack. Each one so unique and styles I’ve never run across for the shop.

Even a mouse. I mean, is there a cuter way to empty your pockets?

If you see one that interests you, please reach out.
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vide-poche
French antiques
antique brass
vintage brass
catch all tray
trinket tray
European antiques

09/09/2026

Thorn, Netherlands. This was a new spot for me.

This tiny ‘white’ city has so much history packed into it.
Founded in 975 AD as a Benedictine nunnery, it was also part of the Holy Roman Empire and ruled by women for 800 years. A window tax by the French is what turned the city white….this will be a fun one for you to research on your own.

Also home to a famous pancake restaurant, De Pannenkoekenbakker, and you cannot visit without stopping in there too! Already picked what I’m getting next time.

History
Old places
Netherlands
European antiques
Travel to learn

09/08/2026

Over 730 years old, as in the 13th century (!), this ancient church in the center of Maastricht is now the world’s most beautiful bookstore.

Dominican Church, started as a monastery, and now…books and coffee. A must stop if you ever come to The Netherlands and find the city of Maastricht along your route.

Dominican church, Maastricht, Netherlands, Dutch history, Dutch culture, European history, old town

09/07/2026

I did, in fact, eat my share of waffles and frites but the antiques always steal the show.

Tongeren, Belgium’s oldest city, hosts a bustling antique market every single Sunday. It became a favorite of mine while living in Germany and I’ll still choose it over Paris and other more populated fairs every time.

I had some specific pieces I was on the hunt for this time so I was pretty laser focused, but I did manage to find what I came for and then some. You’ll be seeing all the items I found in the shop very soon.

What a fabulous day.

Tongeren, Antique market, antique show, European antiques, Belgium, French antiques, history, antique fair

09/03/2026

Message me if you were planning to come Saturday and I’ll see what I can do!

09/03/2026

I’m actually pretty amazed that so many old and beautiful things still exist - just waiting to be shared. Brocantes, flea markets, shows, so many places to find pieces and definitely more than enough for everyone.

I am so grateful to bring a teeny percentage of these antiques to your homes. Finding them, learning about them, sharing them, and repeat. I truly don’t take it for granted.

Europe sourcing day two. What a gift.

European antiques, French antiques, antique art, brass finds, sourcing adventure, antiques hunter

09/01/2026

I might have blacked out today. It’s been awhile since I’ve been back to my old faves and there’s just nothing like it.

Time with one of my dearest friends, backroads to all the antiques, and we didn’t even have time to eat lunch.

The perfect day. Let’s do it again tomorrow.

European antiques, hunting for antiques, sourcing in Europe, French antiques, antique heaven

Exciting new project at the top of the hill!!!!
08/28/2026

Exciting new project at the top of the hill!!!!

This Saturday! Think remaining summer merch and vintage pieces I’ve had for way too long….
08/25/2026

This Saturday! Think remaining summer merch and vintage pieces I’ve had for way too long….

08/18/2026

Is it old? Is it cool? Is it hard to find? Does it tell a story? Does it make me happy?

I am always looking for and purchasing the pieces that answer yes to these questions. The pieces I keep and the pieces I bring to the shop and sell.

Are there hard and fast rules related to a specific design ‘style’? Not usually. More of a gut feeling. And somehow that never steers me wrong.

What is your criteria? Do you just ‘know when you know’ too??

antiques European charm French vibes old world aesthetic curated collected unique decor

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