New Vintage Furniture and Decor Finds

A curated collection of vintage furniture and decor from local and out-of-state auctions! The Lucketts Store Spring Market is less than a month away!!!  I've been severely neglecting the blog and my home to travel and hunt for vintage inventory for the market.   I've been participating in the vintage market for a few years and it's definitely a market to visit if you live within the DMV area.  Today, I'm sharing a peek at some of my latest vintage hauls for Lucketts as well as new vintage items that are dropping in my online shop , It's not uncommon for me to be on the road a few days a week either picking up online auction buys or exploring new areas.   Lately, I've been on the road more than usual searching for the perfect vintage furniture and decor to take to the market.  You'll quickly learn that I stick to neutrals and shades of green, which is how I decorate my own home .  I definitely buy what I love and really struggle to sell many of the items...

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Neutral Outdoor Decor From Walmart

Get your outdoor living ready for spring with these neutral outdoor decor favorites from Walmart! Is the weather starting to warm up where you live?  Do you love spending time outside? Maryland is finally feeling like spring, which has me itching to do a little outdoor cleanup and decorating .  I'm not looking forward to power washing and touching up doors and trim, but shopping for new plants and decor definitely has me excited! When it comes to patio furniture and outdoor living, I've learned it's best to buy early for prime selection. I'm a sucker for neutrals, so in an effort to get you inspired to spruce up your own outdoor spaces, I've gathered my favorite neutral outdoor decor from Walmart.  Remember,  decorating with neutrals doesn't have to be boring.  Consider adding texture , incorporating a mix of patterns, varying wood tones, and adding a touch of metallic, and a pop of greenery to keep things interesting.  NEUTRAL OUTDOOR CUSHIONS AND PILLOWS  ...

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How to Remove Spray Paint From Brass

How to remove spray paint from brass and restore it to its original beauty! First, I just want to say thank you for the kind words on last week's secondhand furniture makeover.   I wasn't sure how it was going to turn out, but it quickly became a popular project. Have you ever been out thrifting and come across painted brass decor, or found a piece of secondhand furniture with painted original brass hinges and hardware?  I used to think that brass was ruined once painted, but did you know you can easily remove spray paint from brass? Unfortunately, I found this out the hard way, but I'm so glad I did. A few months ago,  I found a lot of brass cranes and deer at an out-of-state online auction.  The auction was pretty far away, so previewing the items beforehand wasn't an option.  I had to take my chances and bid without inspecting any item.   What could possibly be wrong with brass figurines though? The problem was they were all painted in various shades of gold spra...

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