What is Lucite jewelry? Everything you need to know about this beloved vintage costume jewelry material

4 months ago

Somewhere along my vintage jewelry journey, I fell in love with chunky — some might even say yummy — Lucite…

DIY brooch handbag: How to decorate your purse with vintage brooches and pins

5 months ago

sLately, I've been itching to craft again. A few years ago, I got really into painting and cross stitching, but…

The 3 most popular classic Christmas jewelry motifs

6 months ago

The delightfully sparkly and borderline gaudy holiday season is officially upon us. Whether they’re donning Renaissance-esque pleated silver skirts or…

A very, merry Thriftmas challenge: A pledge to not buy anything new this holiday season

6 months ago

I’ve long been a proponent of thrifting for Christmas gifts and decor, but I very, very desperately want to avoid…

A brief history of the vintage clip-on earring: Why are there so many clip-on earrings from the 1900s?

7 months ago

I’ve had pierced ears since my wee baby days, when my aunt marched into my parents' apartment armed with a…

Are jewelry jars worth it? Here are some alternatives to consider

7 months ago

For me, there are few things more exciting than a chance encounter with a jewelry jar or grab bag at…

The 6 best things to buy secondhand

7 months ago

Have you seen the price of ANYTHING these days? It’s a real doozy just trying to make ends meet in…

7 different types of common vintage brooch styles and how to wear them

7 months ago

On my vintage Etsy shop, I divide my brooch offerings into four main categories: flowers, animals, Christmas, and the obligatory…

The best vintage Christmas ornaments to keep on your holiday radar

8 months ago

As someone who more or less lives in thrift shops, I’m not quick to buy Christmas stuff new. I’m especially…

The best product for polishing your vintage silverware and silver jewelry—and no, this isn’t an ad

8 months ago

When it comes to the world of vintage metal, brass really is that girl. Still, as a vintage reseller, I…

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