I-95 Antiques

Your guide to 1,500 miles of antiques & collectibles

Compliments of:

Antiques Charleston, SC to Asheville, NC

Alexandria, VA to Miami, FL corridor Vol. 4, Issue 2 • Winter - Spring 2012

Photos by JORGE RUIZ

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About uSPubLIShed QuARteRLY by Interstate Antiques LLC255 East Washington StreetWalterboro, SC [email protected]

SubScRIPtIon RAteS:1 year: $15

contAct uS: david evans, executive editor

843-599-1365 [email protected]

cecilia Steel, design editor 804-614-3402 [email protected]

cIRcuLAtIon:To become a vendor or to restock, call tonya Strickland, 843-549-2300

AdVeRtISIng:We have ad sizes and billing options for all budgets. Call today! david evans, 843-599-1365carol Marks, I-26 Advertising Rep. 828-552-9112

edItoRIAL content:We’d love to hear your story ideas.david evans, 843-599-1365

See A Photo You LIke?Order a copy of any staff photograph (framing options also available). Jorge Ruiz, photo editor843-599-1366

deAdLIneS: Advertising is due by the 5th of the month preceding publication. editorial content is due by the 1st of the month preceding publication.

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KenworthyAntiques

Specializing in

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clocks

books

oils

silver,

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Prints

Located in West End Antiques Mall

2004 Staples Mill Rd.Richmond, VA 23230

Mon-Sat 10 – 6Sun 12– 6

Mount Vernon Antique Center

Antiques and collectibles

Discover the secret source of many collectors, dealers, decorators and shoppers with “good eyes” and great taste

8101 Richmond HighwayAlexandria VA

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Alex Raskin Antiques

watercolor by Erin Salzer

New Year and a new way of thinkingAs I watched 2011 come

to an end I couldn’t help but hold my

breath...for me this past year was a real roller coaster.

As business came and went without reason, as friends along my “paper route” closed up shop, as the predictions and definitions of what we are going thru changed with every newscast. I got to the point where I was afraid to check in on some places and I hated to listen to the news.

With every low came anoth-er high, an unheard of great weekend out of nowhere, and another new place popping up. Some small shops that opened with low expecta-tions and had land office sales like Eden here in Wal-terboro, some were big boys like Palmetto Peddlers in Florence that opened to great fan fair with Mark Walberg from Antiques Roadshow or Wildwood Antique Mall in Ocala, Florida that opened its second big mall, this one in Titusville, Florida or Carolina Country Peddler Mall in Lum-berton, North Carolina.

These big shops join the ranks of West End Antiques in Rich-mond, Virginia and Needful Things in Hendersonville, North Carolina with 100+ dealers under one roof.

This past year has been all about new ways of thinking, I am asked all

the time about my business and the one constant I tell people is everything you thought you knew doesn’t matter anymore. The things I bought without hesitation 3 or 5 years ago I wouldn’t touch with a stick now… The stuff I dabbled in years ago for fun and fluff

are my mainstays.

My marketing now casts a wider net than ever and I am being more creative, always trying to set my-self apart.

In speaking to John Littlefield at Southern Pickers, he is all about creating a brand. They are working on making sure their identity is so consistent that their customers think Southern Pickers first when looking to buy or sell. Jimmy Allen, co owner of Southern Pickers, had a wonderful story in the New York Times a few years back and they are reprinting that as a handout. Also, I loved that they took the idea of stamping their location on the cover of the paper to the next level by inserting their 4x6 business

cards inside the paper. To be sure that the paper gets picked up they leave copies all over their shop. (This idea I am implementing today).

I am leaner now (inventory wise... stress fat is belly fat and I have been under a lot of stress). I am going thru my stockroom and working on those projects that I put off when things were really busy.

I just had a pair of tables redone that had been sitting around for 2 years and they sold the day after I put them on the floor.

I am selling at tighter mar-gins, pricing things lower to get the customers attention and discounting less.

I am offering more services like delivery and gift-wrapping and we have always offered storage of purchases to seasonal shop-pers and snow birds.

I promised myself to get back to thank you notes... it’s such a nice touch but it takes discipline, so does Facebook, but I always forget to do that.

I know of more than a couple of shops that have alerted their local papers when they have been featured in our paper. Your local press are always interested in story ideas just like we are.. got a cool idea or hard to find something let me know I would love to do a story about it. These are the things that any shop or mall dealer can do to keep you on top of your game.

May your new year bring you great ideas, great customers, and great shop-ping.

David Evans, executive editor

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I-95 Antiques has featured pets from Washington, D.C. to Florida. But two crucial canines have been overlooked

for too long. Providing unconditional loyalty, love and affection to David Evans, publisher of I-95 Antiques, Bob and Homer are the backbone of this publication.

Part Corgi, part Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – Bob is the perfect shop dog. Ever since Evans and co-owner Jorge Ruiz brought Bob into their store, Bach-elor Hill Antiques in Walterboro, S.C., Bob has taken his work very seriously.

“The funny thing about Bob is that most people come and go without even knowing Bob’s there unless they hap-pen to linger around the counter,” said Evans. “He sits on his chair behind the counter and doesn’t make much noise. He’s a perfect ‘low key’ shop dog, he’s just happy to be here with us.”

If Bob is incognito, Homer’s the exact opposite. Weighing in at 148 pounds, this English Labrador Retriever is hard to miss. Just like Bob, Homer was ad-opted from the local animal shelter, so Evans isn’t absolutely sure of his breed. “Often we think he’s mixed with some-thing else, perhaps he’s part Labrador Retriever and part moose,” jokes Evans.

The counter at Bachelor Hill Antiques was originally built for Bob. A cubby beneath the computer houses Bob’s bed and is designed with a custom ventila-tion system facing the front door so the little dog can smell who’s coming and going.

Built with one smallish dog in mind, the counter feels quite cumbersome since Homer’s adoption. Evans and Ruiz toyed with the idea of leaving Homer at

home, but couldn’t bear separating the two dogs.

“So I spend a fair amount of time straddling dogs, stepping over dogs or getting kicked out from behind the counter by the dogs,” said Evans. “There’s plenty of room for the two of them, just not enough room for me.”

But Evans can’t really complain, because Homer and Bob are simply doing their job. They know when it’s time to go to work and gladly load into the car. When they arrive downtown, Evans and Ruiz don’t fasten leashes to the dogs. Bob and Homer walk freely to the shop’s door and await their masters’ keys. Once inside the shop, the two dogs assume their daily posts behind

the counter.

Evans attributes the dogs’ amiable personalities to their rough back-grounds. “Although dog scholars will tell you a dog can’t remember, I think there are a lot of people who will attest to the fact that rescue dogs have more appreciation because they know what it’s like to be in a bad situation,” Evans said.

One thing’s for sure, Bob and Homer aim to please. Just like humans though, these two canines share a common weakness - jealousy. Since Bachelor Hill Antiques is pet-friendly, other animals make their way into the shop occasion-ally. Bob and Homer pay no mind to these animals, unless their owners do.

“The only noise I ever hear out of those two is when someone comes in with a dog and they hear me talking to the dog. They get all worked up. They’re not bothered unless I interact with the dog,” Evans said.

Customers who notice Bob and Homer behind the counter are usually curious about their names. Bob was originally named Spanky, but Evans and Ruiz didn’t think the name suited the dog. So for days they considered vari-ous names.

Years earlier the co-owners had hired a tree service called ‘What About Bob’ and the name of this business had be-come a running joke. When important decisions were on the table, Ruiz often suggested ‘What About Bob?’ as comic relief. But when Ruiz proposed it this time, it took.

“At first we laughed, but then we thought about it. If we had a donkey at home named Walter, and a cat named Dipstick, why wouldn’t Bob be a perfect name for the dog?” said Evans.

Homer also underwent an identity change as well after coming home from the shelter. Evans and Ruiz though it inappropriate to call a 100 pound dog Toto, and for a while they considered the name Duke.

“But when we thought about a big, yellow animal that slobbers whenever you bring him food, our minds immedi-ately flashed to the television show ‘The Simpsons,’ said Evans. “And Homer seemed like the perfect name.”

By STEPhAnIE JADRnICEkContributor

The Dogs of Bachelor Hill

knoW A ShoP Pet?Do you know of an interesting pet at an antiques shop near I-95? Tell us about it at [email protected]

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Bob and homer oversee operations at Bachelor hill Antiques.

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Hickory Creek Antique Mall

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday noon to 6 p.m.

427 England StreetAshland, Va. 23005

804-798-0202

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Caroline County

Tourism Information23724 Rogers Clark Boulevard

Ruther Glen, VA 22546 804.633.3490

www.visitcaroline.com

Caroline County, experience 7 delightful antiquing expereinces

in the home of Secretariat, and the Stonewall Jackson Shrine

I-95 Exit 104

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Tues-Fri 10 to 5Sat 10-3

Sun by chance closed Mon

We feature antiques, collectibles, artwork by local artists, beading supplies and one-of-a-kind gifts

We also offer art and beading classes

104 Milford StBowling Green, VA

804-633-0032

Classic Cottage Art and Antiques

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112 N. Main StreetBowling Green, VA “Where the past and

the present come together.”Dean & Susan Durrett,

owners

804-633-0036

Stone CreekAntiques & Collectibles

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eXIt 177 A-bMount Vernon Antique center8101 Richmond hwy.Alexandria, VA 22309703-619-5100Mon.-Sat. 11am-7pm, closed tues.Sun. 12 - 5pm

charles Rhodes1305 king St.Alexandria, VA 22314703-535-5560gilding and restoration

christopher h. Jones210 n. Lee St.Alexandria, VA 22309703-519-8727

trojan Antiques1100 king St.Alexandria, VA 22314703-549-9766

Verdigris Antiques & Interiors1215 king St.Alexandria, VA 22314703-518-5301

ImperfectionsAntiques and great Stuff1210 king St.Alexandria, VA 22314703-837-1670

henry Street Antiques115 South henry St.Alexandria, VA 22314703-683-5545

eXIt 104Stone creek Antiques 112 n. Main St. bowling green, VA 22427804-633-0036 tues.-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

classic cottage104 Milford St.bowling green, VA 22427804-633-0032

eXIt 92 hickory creek Antique Mall427 england St.Ashland, VA 23005804-798-0202open 7 days

Two Frogs on a Bike 804-537-5213

Class and Trash804-798-0567

eXIt 83A Antique Village 10203 chamberlayne Road Mechanicsville, VA 804-746-8914 opens at 9 a.m.; closed Wed.

through the garden gate10351 chamberlayne RdMechanicsville, VA 23116804-746-5778

eXIt 79West end Antiques Mall2004 Staples Mill RoadRichmond, VA 23230804-359-8842 or 804-359-1600

kenworthy Antiques2004 Staples Mill RoadRichmond, VA 23230804-359-8842

heritage Antiques & collectibles Mall7521 Staples Mills RdRichmond, VA 23228804-262-0284over 100 Vendors !

eXIt 61Forest hill Antiques6800 Forest hill AveRichmond, VA 32225804-320-7344

eXIt 58hamiltons civil War Relic Shop263 e. broadwayhopewell, VA 23860804-704-4129

Poe’s Antiques & Auctions226 e. broadwayhopewell, VA 23860804-458-0227

eXIt 52American hurrah! Antiques406 n. Market StPetersburg, VA 23803804-861-9659

oak Antique Mall400 n. Sycamore St.Petersburg, VA 23803804-861-6111

Penniston’s Alley Antiques102 W. old St.Petersburg, VA 23803804-722-0135

Blue Willow Tea Room104 W. Old St.Petersburg, VA 23803

Rivers edge Interiors16 West bank St.Petersburg, VA 23803804-722-0505

eXItS 8 oR 11Southern Accents Antiques323 halifax St.emporia, VA 23847434-594-7761

originals by Randi347 halifax St.emporia, VA 23847

I-95 AnTIQUES: VIRGInIA DIRECTORY

on 95 heading north, exit #79, then 1.6 miles west to exit #185, (staples mill rd., east) continue 1.2 miles.

we’re in crossroads shopping center behind holiday inn

on 95 heading south, exit #79 1.3 miles west to exit #185, (staples mill rd., east) continue 1.2 miles.

we’re in crossroads shopping center behind holiday inn

www.westendantiquemall.com monday-saturday 10–6 sunday 12-6

West End Ant i qu e s Mal l

announcing arrival of new container from england

24-hour holds • 72 hour returns • delivery • 804-359-1600

Celebratingour

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February could easily be a dull month for me if it weren’t full of family birthdays. I confess I remember which days I should

send cards, but remembering which person goes with which day is sometimes an ordeal.

The day I know which cards to send is Feb. 14. I enjoy selecting silly cards for my valen-tines: my husband, two sons, my Mom and a sister who gets mysterious cards throughout the year from her “cat.” I not only thank greet-ing card companies for the fun I have on that day but also those romantic Victorians who made the sending of cards so popular.

Greetings of love sent on St. Valentine’s Day became custom long before greeting cards were created. Early valentines were handmade and often included scraps of materials such as fabric, lace, pressed flowers, ribbon and feathers. The first printed cards appeared in America in the mid-19th century. Mechaniza-tion of printing and die cutting made relatively elaborate Valentines possible. As these pro-cesses became more sophisticated, more cards were printed, and the valentines became more affordable. Soon the middle class could join in the fun of selecting and sending store-bought cards to their sweeties.

As with anything created during the late Victorian era, more seems to be better. Great examples are these two-fold valentines, which include the new techniques of die cut, emboss-ing and gilt paper (done by those thrilling ma-chines the Victorians also had a romance with). The more three-dimensional layers, curves and gold, the more you were honored by the card’s sender. And what woman could resist a honeycomb paper ball or heart included in the design? The Victorians also used linked certain emotions with particular flowers. Many

valentines display blue forget-me-nots, baby’s breath, ivy and red roses for passion.

Other innovations included cards with mul-tiple parts. This card would be placed in the envelope so, as the recipient pulled the ribbon loop at the top, the sections would be revealed slowly. Victorian cards retaining all their parts in good condition and with bright, clear colors are particularly collectible. Many of these sell in the $20 to $100 range.

In the early 20th century, many industrial innovations helped us win wars, but allow-ances were still made for our romantic side. Flat valentines with moveable parts were all the rage in the teens and 20s. Colorful pictures with cute sayings were the mode. Victorian doves and lace gave way to baby animals and cheerful scenes.

As the 20th century progressed, technology was shown less in the card’s creation but more evident in the themes. Rather than embossed and gilt classical themes, simpler valentines featuring modern innovations such as automo-biles, steamships, telephones and rocketships appear. By the 50s, the simple puns we still see on classroom-type greetings were introduced.

Collecting valentines can be a fun hobby. Pieces can be found at very reasonable prices. Remember, condition is very important to value, and as with anything else, get the best you can afford. I confess I have been less con-cerned with condition if the theme is totally irresistible to me. I’m a sucker for anything with sailboats or canoes. I have a friend who loves anything with space travel or aliens. Even if you don’t usually collect paper ephemera, I would encourage you to find a piece or two that can become a part of your collection (thus my boats). I promise you will grow to love them. Besides, St. Valentine’s Day cards are much easier to store than my other collection of single chairs in all shapes and sizes.

By LIBBY hOLLOWAYContributor

Vintage valentines are always in season

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Clockwise from the top left these cards show the evolution of Valentines from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century. Cards from the Victorian era featured ornately decorated classical themes. Victorian doves and lace gave way to baby animals, cheerful scenes, and clever sayings.

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Antiques & Collectables

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Pepper’s Antiques106 Julian Allsbrook hwyRoanoke Rapids, nc 27870252-537-8875

eXIt 168 now and Yesteryears 252-583-1000 hidden treasures 15 South king St. halifax, nc 27839 252-583-1933

eXIt 121 boone’s Antiques Inc2014 hwy. 301 SWilson, nc 27893252-237-15089 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday

boykin Antiques And Appraisals Inc2013 hwy 301 SWilson, nc 27893252-237-170010 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Fulford’s Antiques Inc2001 hwy. 301 SWilson, nc 27893252-243-558110 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday(closed Saturdays during the summer)

Marcia Stancil Antiques252-399-2093

Bobby Langston Antiques 800-762-1974

Artifacts 206 tarboro St. SW Wilson, nc 252-299-2468

eXIt 98 AntiqueWish 110 W. Anderson St. Selma, nc 27576www.antique-wish-online.com

Reids country Sampler 109 n. Raiford St. Selma, nc 27576919-965-7299 [email protected]

Selma cotton Mill 1105 West Anderson St. Selma, nc 27576919-202-0794 thurs. 1-5 p.m., Fri.-Sun. 10-5

t & S treasures115 Raiford StSelma, nc 27576919-280-9179

Railroad Street Antiques 107 e Railroad St. Selma, nc 27576919-965-9659 Mon-Fri: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

treasury Antiques 102 S Railroad St. Selma, nc 27576919-965-5335

his ’n’ hers Antiques 126 South Raiford St. Selma, nc 27576919-202-8007

eXIt 97 TWM’s Antique Mall 919-965-6699

G&L Public Auction 919-631-0803

eXIt 73 Almost Antique 406 W. broad St. dunn, nc 910-892-5678

eXIt 56 david R. Walters Antiques1110 hay Streetolde haymountFayetteville nc,28305910-483-5832

eXIt 52 dianes Vintage Market242 hay StreetFayetteville, nc. 28301910-867-2000

White trash & colorful Accessories223 Franklin St.Fayetteville, nc 28301910-482-0005

cotton exchange226 donaldson St.Fayetteville, nc 29301910-486-4747

the Livery117 Maxwell St.Fayetteville, nc 29301910-822-8200

eXIt 41 the Mill 3700 S. Main St. hope Mills, nc 28348910-425-4155

Antiques & uniques on Main Street 3790 S. Main St. hope Mills, nc 28348910-424-1728

eXIt 22Somewhere in time Antiques4420 kahn dr. Lumberton, nc 28358910-671-8666

eXIt 20carolina country Peddlers Mall3540 e. elizabethtown Rd.Lumberton, nc. 28358910-674-4170

Antiques & Uniques on Main

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Hope Mills, NC

(910) 424-1728

Open Mon. — Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Antiques, collectibles,

gifts and clock repair

Cups,saucers

and tea pots

3700 South Main StreetHope Mills, N.C.Store: (910) 425-4155

[email protected]

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As the year drew to a close, we sensed cautious optimism on the antique show circuit.

Most events seemed to have record attendance, and overall, dealers ap-peared pleased with sales. Not back to the “old days” mind you, which -- sorry to say -- may never return as old timers knew them. But, not bad. A good sign is always when dealers themselves shop a show, and we recorded more packages carried out of booths by exhibitors. After all, the “live to shop” was never truer than of a hard core antique dealer! And when they sell, they buy.

September finished with the semi-annual outdoor show at Liberty, NC. Rain threatened on set-up day, but it looked like it might just hold off for the critical opening morn-ing hours on Friday Alas, not so. It rained. And rained some more, and then it really rained. By Saturday af-ternoon, the green farm field where tents are erected twice a year was nothing but ruts and quagmires and a lot of bare slippery red clay. As a result, no customer vehicles were allowed to drive into the show area. So? So those who had brought large items, including most furniture, felt the ill effects of the steady rain more than others. If you couldn’t drive in to pick up that big heavy piece, the appeal of a large cup-board or cast iron lamp post which would have to be carried out to the main road and then driven home in the rain made many shoppers look at small, easily carried items.

The Liberty crowd is a hardy one, no question. This is a show that attracts customers not just from the central North Carolina area, but adjoining states. And they come to shop, forming a line to enter well before the whistle goes off at 8 a.m. on Friday. Granted, that line and overall attendance were not as strong as when the sun shines, but there was no mistaking the general enthusiasm, on which the elements didn’t seem to put a damper.

David Kinnard from Lowcountry Antiques in Walterboro was an early bird, and managed to load his

purchases which included several pieces of said furniture early on in the day. He was pleased with his haul, much of which came from a North Carolina dealer in one of the Big Top tents. Don Schweikert brought his usual assortment of quality Americana, and had a strong opening day which sadly ended Fri-day afternoon when he had to leave due to a family emergency. Don has been a permanent dealer in the Big Top for many years, and never misses a show and has a dedicated following.

This fall, it surely helped to have a big tent where customers could be out of the downpour and shop dry merchandise while remaining reasonably dry themselves. Linda Emory of Graham, NC sets up in a huge 50x50 tent, filled to the brim with everything from textiles, bronze chandeliers, tole trays, rows of glassware, more rows on pot-tery, frames and arts work -- there isn‘t much in the general line you couldn‘t find here. It takes the bet-ter part of a day to empty the large moving van and who knows how many trailers and set it all up; for-tunately much less to pack up what remains. Linda shops relentlessly between Liberty shows, and it’s no wonder it takes a dozen of the family to cope with it all. That’s one booth in which we and many oth-ers all make piles and keep coming back to add to them.

Heavens to Betsy Antiques from Knoxville, TN was well pleased with the show -- a relative newcomer to Liberty, this dealer says he is learn-ing what this show’s shoppers want. This year, it included antique hand tinted prints of flora and fauna -- not what you might think would be wise to bring to an outdoor show, but all the engravings and litho-graphs survived unharmed. As far as we know, this is the only booth here with a consistent selection of this type of artwork.

November marks yet another semi annual event -- the Antiques Spectacular at Charlotte, NC. We, and perhaps you also, call it “Metrolina Extrav” but it is officially “The International Collectibles & Antique Show.” The promoters have spent considerable effort giving the sprawling facility a face lift, and November saw a stronger turnout both of dealers and shoppers with more tents set up in the parking lots to accommodate the additional exhibitors. Veteran dealers were reportedly pleased with the up-swing here this time, so mark your calendar for the spring spectacular, and don’t forget the monthly show takes place the first weekend of every month.

November is a rash of back-to-back shows in the south, starting with Charlotte, moving to Atlanta, and finishing in Mt. Dora, FL. Is everyone sold out by the time Ren-ninger’s rolls around north of Or-lando? No indeed. Beautiful weather graced the show, and Friday was truly packed with shoppers who were finding treasures like Hermes

scarves, Aladdin lamps, andirons and fire screens, china and pottery, artwork, concrete tree surrounds, Mission book cases, duck decoys, wire baskets, quilts, garden bench-es, braided rugs, pantry boxes, architectural pieces, and everything else imaginable. Lots of shopping took place, lots of enthusiasm was evident, and many dealers had a hard time keeping up with the customers waiting in line to pay. It takes at least two days to properly cover the grounds, and that doesn’t even count the “flea market” section at the entrance. Again, we didn’t make it up there -- but next year for sure! Renninger’s in Mt. Dora is held again the third weekend in January and February and is not a long de-tour from I-95, well worth the extra hour’s drive.

October was an odd month in Atlanta. Lots of reasons -- the sec-ond weekend was actually the 6th through the 9th, which confused not only shoppers who automatical-ly think mid-month, but also deal-ers, some of whom had the wrong week penciled in. Some dealers were in Fishersville, VA, and others

were resting after the fall marathon in Round Top, Texas. October should have been a great show, considering cooler fall weather had set in, but with that came college football -- Georgians do take their gridiron heroes seriously. And there were fall festivals going on as well, plus Southern Living magazine was sponsoring a fair at Stone Mountain the following weekend. Perhaps shoppers were saving their funds for a new venue rather than the monthly Scott show.

November, on the other hand, performed well. Overall, there was a lot of buying this month, and most dealers seemed well pleased. And guess what? December, usually a dud here, was actually quite strong -- many dealers tend to roll over and not go since sales tend to be weak for anything but baubles and Christmas ornaments. But those who did set up were pleasantly surprised, and many reported their best Scott December in a long time. Price didn’t seem to matter as much; but quality and rarity did. A great sign for the coming year, and a wonderful way to end the old year on a positive note.

howard is the man ... the catalog man, that is. A permanent dealer at Scott’s in Atlanta, Burchuk comes from St. Petersburg, FL with boxes and boxes of auction catalogs -- mostly Christie’s and Sotheby’s. hot sellers right now are Oriental art, and jewelry.

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* Fishersville, VA started like gang busters on the second Friday of October, and then quit. Many dealers, although very pleased with their initial activity, said they could just as well have packed out before the week end. no rhyme or reason for this that anyone could fathom.

* dc big Flea in chantilly, VA -- Very active show, lots of trading, lots of attendance, plenty of buying the first week end in november.

ABOVE: This was early on Friday, before the crowd got across the field at Renninger’s. Later in the day, you could barely drive a vehicle on the roads.

LEFT: We always head to the booth of Mike Curillo as soon as we get to Renninger’s in Mount Dora. You just never know what Mike has brought this time, from boxes of oil burners, to stacks of wire baskets, a howard Johnson advertising sign, midcentury modern mannequins, and chandeliers from Texas Roadhouse. This new Yorker is set up right by the back gate, and as you can see, these intent ladies are working through some sewing items.

Fascinating ferris wheel under the Big Top at Liberty -- without electricity, this nC dealer wasn’t able to play the tune that went with it. If you like big, this piece was for you -- really amazing.


I was looking at the pieces of my grandmother’s beloved teapot on the floor and then at my beloved

5- and 9-year-old sons’ faces.

Back and forth I looked — teapot, children, teapot, children.

The boys grew pale beneath their silver-colored plastic gladiator hel-mets, their plastic swords drooping.

I remembered my grandmother’s hands brewing tea in that same pot and serving it to me when I was sad or sick during my own childhood. Which did I love more?

On that day, I wasn’t sure. But since those boys are now 15 and 19 and the teapot shards are in the trash, I guess the question is answered. I just wish I new the crew at Palm Beach Restoration Services sooner, and I wouldn’t have had to worry.

That teapot wasn’t valuable in dollars and cents. It was an old Japanese import like so many in flea market stalls today. The memo-ries associated with it were what mattered to me.

Often, fragile items are broken in the course of everyday life or in a major event like a move. Many of those items are important only to the owner but some do have large-market value. A good restorer is an important ally to all owners of delicate treasures, pricey or not.

Palm Beach Restoration Studio

does museum-quality restorations on most types of antiques and col-lectibles. Where a poor restoration can hurt the value of an item — sometimes more than not repairing it at all — a very good one will restore value almost to the level before the damage occurred. Many times, a professional cannot spot a well-done repair unless aided by black light or strong magnification.

These types of repair jobs are obviously more complicated than smearing a little glue around the break. Owner Steve Allred special-izes in the repair of high-end porce-lains and glass but has many others in the studio who perform similar miracles on other items such as stemware, paintings, furniture, ivory and mirrors.

Today, he was estimating the repair of Tiffany stained-glass

windows. The shop is also cur-rently restoring a piece of ancient Roman glass. I have to admit I was impressed. In fact, Allred impressed me in a lot of ways. Not only is he a master craftsman, but also he is knowledgeable about a wide variety of subjects. And he is interested in passing on that knowledge to other people, particularly young people.

The studio will soon have more than 12,000 square feet of work-space, where the specialists and experts in each field can host work-shops. The possible topics include repairs of different types of pieces, lessons on packing, shipping and storage of antiques and classes to help consumers avoid fakes and frauds. The roster of classes will expand along with the building to include many other topics of inter-est to collectors. They plan to have

live arts such as drama, painting, sculpting and public speaking in the future. I was excited to find someone who still considers public speaking an art form.

The studio also provides a con-sumer information hotline. This service can help callers (561-514-0025) or e-mailers ([email protected]) with help on do-it-yourself projects or finding values of their items. Allred and his staff don’t charge for these tips but ask for your patience, as the paying clients have to be first in line. If you are a paying client, this is good news. For the freebie seekers and DIY types, patience is repaid with information and help from professionals who love to share.

Palm Beach Restoration Studio is located at 540 Northwood Road in West Palm Beach, Fla. The his-toric Northwoods Village area is up and coming as a destination for trendy shoppers and diners. Allred explained some of the attractions in the area. I was ready to pack my bags before he finished. The Studio also has a presence at the Scott Antique Market in Atlanta and may be a vendor at the Metrolina Inter-national Collectibles and Antiques Show in Charlotte soon.

A good restorer is an important ally to all owners of delicate

treasures, pricey or not.

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Breaks don’t have to break your heart

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Broadstone ManorAntiques & Interiors

204 & 208 Broad StreetSumter, SC 29150

[803] 778-1890

Over 6,000 square feet of unique, quality merchandise featuring antiques, art, mirrors, lamps, silk plants, fabric, pillows, frames, new furniture and

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Treasures From the Attic Clocks and Clock Repair 843-752-5625

eXIt 160A Palmetto Peddlers2295 hoffmeyer Road, Florence, Sc843-665-8663 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat.1:30 p.m.-6 p.m. Sun.

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Thieves Market Antiques 843-664-8103

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estate Antiques & Accessories210 broad St.Sumter, Sc 29150803-773-4214

broadstone Manor204 & 208 broad St.Sumter, Sc 29150803-778-1890

the Antique carriage85 W. Wesmark blvd.Sumter, Sc 29150803-469-4894

Main Street Antiques36 n. Main St., Sumter, Sc 29150803-774-9990

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old Mill house 2721 cleveland St. elloree, Sc 29407803-897-3314

the Antique box 2723 cleveland St. elloree, Sc 29407803-897-2277

Ingrid’s Antiques 1584 Village Square blvd. Santee, Sc 29142803-854-2917

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Antiques & collectibles of Walterboro 220 e. Washington St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-549-7219

A&k Antiques 228 e. Washington St.Walterboro, Sc 29488843-782-3080

Anderson Antiques 246 e. Washington St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-701-2456

bachelor hill Antiques 255 e. Washington St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-549-1300

Lowcountry Antiques 251 e. Washington St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-549-2101

Lucas Street Antiques & collectibles 328 n. Lucas St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-782-7070 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Sat.

Seymour Auctions 1664 cottageville hwy. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-538-8081

Watercolours Interiors & Antiques 267 e. Washington St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 570-850-7648

Washington Street Antiques 324 e. Washington St. Walterboro, Sc 29488 843-549-5527

eXIt 5 damn Yankees Auction house 24022 Whyte hardee blvd. (u.S. 17) hardeeville, Sc 843-784-5006 www.damnyankeeauctions.com 1.2 miles off exit 5; 1.5 miles off exit 8

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There’s no way to prove it, of course, because love of community is not quantifiable. But it

is observable. And even on the first visit, you can see how much Landrum’s antique dealers love their town, and how that affects the welcome that visitors receive.

Maybe that’s because there are so many dealers right there. In a community with only 2,700 or so souls, there are ten antique dealers, depending on how you count them, among the many interesting specialty shops in this small town. Even the butcher shop sells antiques. So Landrum is clearly an antiques-oriented town. If the first dealer you visit doesn’t have what you’re looking for, he or she will probably sug-gest who in town will. The community of antique dealers in Landrum seems to view each other as colleagues more than competitors.

Kim Karaman, recent owner of Landrum An-tiques and & Furniture Company, is one of those who isn’t shy about how she feels. “We love Lan-drum!” she says. “Landrum is a great destination town. We have great shops and restaurants.”

And speaking of restaurants: Last November, Landrum residents voted to allow the service of adult beverages on Sundays. So antique hunters who might like a glass of wine with their entrée, can be welcomed the way they like, any day of the week.

Spearheading that effort was Suzanne Strick-land, owner of Stone Soup, whose décor reflects the long equestrian tradition in town. The name of the restaurant comes from an old folk tale about people with very little, chipping in to make plenty. “It’s all about working together”, says Suzanne.

Voyageurs Antiques is just down the street from Kim’s place. There you’ll generally see a

sandwich board filled with photos of happy customers, because owner Ed Letellier, like his fellow dealers, is so customer oriented. He even says, “It pleases me just as much if they just en-joy the store as if they bought something.” (One of the things visitors might enjoy is a framed piece of art that wisely advises “Don’t skinny dip with snapping turtles”.)

Landrum wasn’t officially incorporated until 1912, but its history goes back to pre-Revolutionary times. Settlers first arrived in the area about 1750, and in 1772, a local blockhouse was designated as the boundary between North and South Carolina. Although the community was originally called Earlesville, after the town’s first postmaster, the name was changed to Lan-drum in 1878 in recognition of Reverend John Landrum, who had donated land to build a train depot.

According to Jon Mathias, who runs Market Antiques with wife Judy, there’s talk of reviving train service, and of turning the old depot into a major attraction for visitors, complete with an antique rail car or engine. Trains started running from Spartanburg to Landrum in 1877, but stopped in 2002. Jon serves on both the Lan-drum City Council and a group called Landrum Tomorrow, working to encourage the develop-ment of facilities and policies to attract visitors and antique shoppers, but without destroying the unspoiled historic character of Landrum’s downtown. Market Antiques, slightly off the beaten track on the way in from I-26, is housed in three of the original buildings in Landrum.

There are many beautifully maintained or restored homes with classic period architecture.

These can be admired by visitors on an evening stroll, or, during summer months, by those tak-ing a carriage tour of the area. If you want to build some period architecture into your home, stop by the Architectural Warehouse, here and in Tryon. Or perhaps your home needs an old gas pump? Then definitely include Carolina Antiques & More on your tour. Our last visit pro-duced vintage kitchen, antique equestrian, and Mickey Mouse items.

Speaking of period architecture, out on the western edge of town, antique shoppers can

visit the aptly named Landrum Eclectics, which opened in 2011. It’s housed in a restored eight-room 1925 home. It’s run by partners Wayne Levister, a lifelong South Carolinian, and Jon Dobson, who arrived in the area from London, by way of California, specifically drawn by this restored home. “I took one look and knew this was it”, Jon says. Every single room as well as the porch and front yard is chock-a-block with stuff! On the way in to see the thousands of eclectic offerings, shoppers will be met by two dogs whose wagging tails are just one more re-flection of the welcome visitors get in Landrum.

By JIM MARkSContributor

Landrum, SC: The town antique dealers love most.

“It pleases me just as much if they just enjoy the store as if they bought

something.”Ed Letiellier, owner Voyageurs Antiques


Sc eXIt 149 5 Rivers Market950 chestnut St.orangeburg, Sc803-937-1101tues-sat 10-6

Sc eXIt 111 Memeres AtticSenn StW. columbia, Sc 29169803-315-41645

763 Meeting St. & Antique Mall763 Meeting St.W. columbia, Sc 29169803-796-1516

city Market Antiques705 gerrais St.columbia, Sc 803-252-1589

Sc eXIt 85 Midlands Antique Mall1528 Main St.Little Mountain, Sc803-345-9793

Sc eXIt 82 town Square Antiques112 grace St.Prosperity, Sc803-364-2736

Sc eXIt 76 As time goes by Antiques1304 Main Stnewberry, Sc 29108Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30

Antiques on Main1213 Main St.newberry, Sc. 29108803-321-2008

eurolux Antiques1409 Main St.newberry, Sc 29108803-276-4001

Sc eXIt 21 buncombe Antiques Mall5000 Wade hampton blvdtaylors, Sc864-268-4498Mon-Sat 10-5:30p

Sc eXIt 19 South Pine Antique Mall856 S. Pine St.Spartanburg, Sc864-542-2975

Sc eXIt 15 time & time Again Antique Mall1385 State Rd. S-42-581Inman, Sc 864-578-1878

Inman Antique Mall#3 blackstock Rd (behind Main)Inman, Sc 29349864-472-5732open every day

Sc eXIt 5 country Peddler Antiques and general Store305 depot Stcampobello, Sc.864-468-5200

Sc eXIt 1 Market Antiques110 thrift circleLandrum, Sc 29356864-423-3385thurs- Fri- Sat- 11-4

Voyageurs Antiques105 e. Rutherford St.Landrum, Sc 29356864-457-6694open everyday, until 9 on thurs & fri

Landrum eclectics601 W. Rutherford St.Landrum, Sc 29356864-457-2314closed Wednesday

Architectural Warehouse110 n. trade Ave.Landrum, Sc 29356864-457-2199open 7 days

carolina Antiques & More108 e. Rutherford St.Landrum Sc 29356864-457-4444open 7 days

Landrum Antique & Furniture co.221 e. Rutherford St.Landrum, Sc 29356864-457-4000

nc eXIt 67 Frog And Swan879 n. trade St.Scenic hwy 176ntryon, nc 28782828-859-6757

the Antique Store838 n. trade StScenic hwy 176ntryon, nc. 28782828-859-6768

nc eXIt 59 old Mill Antique Mall151 Southern Mercerizing Rd.tryon nc. 28782828-966-9030

Stained glass151 S Mercerizing Rd.tryon nc. 28782828-859-5340

nc eXIt 49Aneedful things Antique Mall10 Francis Rdhendersonville, nc 28792828-696-8745

times Shadow Antiques10 Francis Rdhendersonville nc. 28792

nc eXIt 49bnana’s Antiques142 3rd Ave Westhendersonville, nc 28792828-697-8979

nc eXIt 33Antiquities at biltmore Village9b Reed St. behind J. crewAsheville nc. 828-274-6812

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“Wow!”

“Best antique store ever”

“We come back every weekend because you always have different things.”

Tel: 864/457-6694 e-mail: [email protected]

Worldwide importers of beautiful and unusual antiques, from surfboards to safes, architecturals to furs, furniture to jewelry, stage costumes to books; a special find for everyone!

Please visit our other locations: Antiques on Augusta, Greenville, SC n Screen Door, Asheville, NC

105 E. Rutherford St. Landrum, SC

Open everyday!Until 9pm Thurs. and FriSunday 12pm-5pm

Hare and Hound101 East Rutherford Street

864.457.3232Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 9.pm

Open Sunday in 2012, call for hoursthehareandhound.com

American burgers and pub fare

Cakes & Confections 4U103 Rutherford St.

864.457.2223Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

CakesandConfections4u.com Bakery, coffees, ice cream, chocolates“Every Day Should Be a Sweet Day”

El Chile Rojo209 East Rutherford Street

864.457.5977Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 9.30 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Authentic Mexican“Where fresh is the taste”

Drake House511 N. Howard Ave. (Rt. 176)

864.457.2533Lunch Buffet, Mon - Sat 11 - 2.30Dinner menu, Fri and Sat 7-9pm

Upscale Evening Menu, Casual Lunch Buffet, Sunday Brunch

Stone Soup1522 East Rutherford St.

864.457.5255Open Tuesday - Saturday as follows:

Lunch, 11 a.m. - 2.30 p.m.Dinner, 5 p.m.- 9.30 p.m.

Please call for Sunday hoursStonesoupoflandrum.com

Casual fine dining with an equestrian theme, specialty drinks

“What can be accomplished when individuals pull toward a common goal”

Southside SmokehouseLeft at the light at 176 & 14, 1 mi. on right

864.457.4581Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.Dine in or take out scratch made barbeque,

Cajun creole specialties, handcut steaks, angus burgers, etc.! Full bar with brews & wine

Zenzera Coffee & Wine Bar208 East Rutherford St.

864.457.4554Zenzera.com

A touch of Tuscany in the UpstateBreakfast 8 a.m. (Tu/Wed, 10:30 a.m.)

Sunday brunch 10:30 a.m.Daily lunch & dinner specials

Full bar plus 60 different wines and 40 beers!Live entertainment Thurs-Saturday

All that antique-ing, shopping and browsing in LANDRUM making you hungry and thirsty?

But Wait! There’s moreDOWNTOWN...

Lodging and information: CityOfLandrum.com or call the town office at 864.457.3000

Our traditional downtown has not been lost to development and you will enjoy strolling our wide sidewalks to visit the specialty shops. These include antique/consignments, furniture, gifts, clothing, flowers, Habitat, a real butcher shop, real estate, photography, Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, and more.

Stop in at one of these fine eateries, many of which are now open with refreshments on Sunday.

Nancy Roth~Joe Ewing Antiques“The Antique Store”

American Country, primitives & decorSilver matching service (large collection in-store)

Hours: Wed.- Sat. 10 - 5 or by appointment

(828) 859-6768

838 N. Trade St. - Scenic Highway 176NTryon, North Carolina 28782

At Exit 67 Take Rt. 108 to the fork at the gas station, make a hard right onto 176. We are 1/4 mile on the right.

Buncombe Antiques Mall 18,000 Sq. Ft. full of

Worth a trip from anywhere - tens of thousands of items!Exit 21 off I-26, approx. 15 miles South on Route 29 (toward Greer), we are on the left.

We welcome you Monday-Saturday

from 10a.m. to 5:30p.m. Or visit us online at

buncombeantiques.com

5000 Wade Hampton Blvd., Taylors, SC

(864) 268-4498

1304 Main St., Newberry, SC(803) 276-4715Open Mon. - Sat. 10:30 - 5:30

Two floors of antiques - “We’ve got everything”Southern Pottery * Jewelry * Furniture * More

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Art Pottery Auction

These days, everyone’s looking for a good deal – and auctions are drawing in savvy spenders and curious collectors.

“At auction you can buy anything you need below retail. You get to name your price and if that item ends up bidding for more than your budget you can wait for another. Buying at auction is a great way to furnish homes and offices,” said Fred Skipper, owner of Sey-mour Auctions in Walterboro, S.C.

Seymour Auctions is a 16,000 square foot facility with a 6,000 square foot auction gal-lery, a covered loading dock and ample park-ing for buses and RVs. Most of the auction house’s business is derived from estate sales and Skipper has traveled as far as Maine, Flor-ida and Texas to pick up quality merchandise.

Auctions are also webcasted via internet and online, absentee and phone bids are accepted.

On Saturday, January 21, Seymour Auctions will host an exclusive Art Pottery Auction. Featuring turn of the century art pottery from manufacturers like Roseville, Rookwood and Weller, the sale will include pieces such as plant stands, umbrella stands, jardinière, vases and lamps – with merchandise values ranging from $50 - $1,500.

“The sale will have some very unusual, harder to find items. It consists of pieces from two lifelong collectors in New Jersey and a retired dealer in Walterboro,” said Skipper. “These items haven’t been passed around in the marketplace, they are private collections. The sale should attract dealers as well as new and advanced collectors who are interested in augmenting their inventories and collections.”

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Toy soldiers have been collected since the time of the Pharaohs. First made of wood, stone, clay and metal

for the wealthy, it wasn’t until the end of the 18th century that toy figures- or military miniatures- were first mass-produced.

Made in relatively small numbers by the Paris based firm of Mignot, these figures were charming but expensive, and failed to find a wide market. By the turn of the 20th century, several companies in Europe were producing inexpensive lead toy soldiers which began to catch on with children and adults alike.

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About 2- 2 1/4 inches tall, produced by Britain’s, heyde, Mignot and others, depicting armies of England, America, France, Germany and their opponents.

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Dr. John Martin – Director & Curator211 W. South 1st Street

Seneca, SC 29678864.882.4811

For a pictorial tour & events schedule visit our web site at:

www.LunneyHouseMuseum.org

[email protected]

The New South Architecture – Style of Living“Life Journey of the Lunneys” – Architecture & Exhibit

“speaking in one historic voice.”

A 1909 American Queen Anne style bungalow, landau carriage house and “two seater outhouse.” The arts & crafts interior features art glass windows – original chandeliers – long leaf pine woodwork and quarter sawn oak mantel – English fireplace tiles – flat panel wainscot with burlap inserts – a 1866 Chickering & Sons “cocked hat” parlor grand piano is a permanent exhibit.

City of SenecaSponsored by HAT

1966 marked a turning point in the history of toy soldiers, International concerns about lead poisoning brought about new laws which banned the manufacture of toys containing lead. William Britain’s the best known producer of 54mm metal figures ceased production of new metal figures.


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old town Antiques104 north Laurel St.Springfield, gA 31329912-754-0094

one of a kind Antiques105 north Laurel St.Springfield, gA 31329912-754-0042

Motiques204 north Laurel St.Springfield, gA 31329912-407-0088

eXIt 99b (I-16 W) 67 Antique Mall 6700 hWY 67brooklet, gA 30415 912-839-2167

hodges Antiques9990 hWY 67Statesboro, gA 30458 912-839-9090

eXIt 99A (I-16 e) books on bay 224 W. bay St. Lower Savannah, gA 31401 912-663-1445

The Attic Antiques 912-236-4879 Fiesta & More 224 W. bay St. LowerSavannah, gA 31401 912-238-1060

cobblestonelane Antiques etc. 230 W. bay St. Savannah, gA 31401 912-447-0504

Jere’s Antiques 9 n. Jefferson St. Savannah, gA 31401 912-236-2815 www.jeresantiques.com

37th@Abercorn Antiques&design 201 east 37th St. Savannah, gA 31401 912-233-0064

Antiques emporium 122 east 38th St Savannah, gA 31401 916-236-8444open every day!corner of Abercorn & 38th

Savannah Antique Mall 912-232-1918

Arcanum Antiques Interiors 912-236-6000 Back in Time 912-447-8354

Alex Raskin Antiques 441 bull St.Savannah, gA 31401 912-232-8205

Wright Square Antique Mall14 W. State St.Savannah gA 31401912-234-7600open 7 days a week

Southern charm Antiques 250 bull St. Savannah, gA 912-233-9797 www.southerncharmantiques.com

Circa Savannah 912-233-3667 Clipper Trading Company 912-238-3660

bull Street Auctions 2819 bull St. Savannah, gA 31401 912-443-9353

7th heaven Antique Mall 3104 Skidaway Road Savannah, gA 31404 912-355-0835

Pat’s Antiques4219 bull St.Savannah, ga. 31405912-352-1503

Maggie’s Antiques2819 bull St.Savannah, ga. 31405912-234-8834

eXIt 90 back Porch Antiques30 oak Level RdRichmond hill, gA 31324912-727-4447

twice but nice18486 ga. hwy 144Richmond hill, gA 31324912-727-4008

eXIt 49 Broad Street Antiques 912-437-4195

Southern Pickers Antiques1111 Magnolia bluff Way SW #565in the darien outlet centerdarien, gA 31305912-289-1060Mon-Sat 10-8pm, Sun. 11-6pm

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1610 Frederica Antiques1610 Frederica RoadSt. Simons Island, gA 31522912-634-1610

Steed Antiques100 Sylvan dr.St. Simons Island, gA 31522912-634-6820

Buy • Sell • TradeFiestaware • Depression Blue Ridge • Collectibles

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224 W. Bay St. Lower, Savannah, Ga. 31401

Books on BayVintage Books,

Antiques & Collectibles 912-663-1445 • [email protected] • www.booksonbay.com

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Jere’s AntiquesEstablished 1973

Jere’s Antiques has been an established family business for over 35 years specializing in the sale of fine antiques and in designing and constructing bespoke furniture. Located in Savannah, Ga., we sell to dealers, decorators, auctions and private clients worldwide.

Our 33,000 sq. ft. showroom is stocked with one of the largest and finest collections of rare English and Continental furniture from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries and is complemented with a carefully selected range of decorative items.

9 N. Jefferson St. • Savannah, GA • Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 912-236-2815 • jeresantiques.com

35 years of supplying the U.S. trade with quality antiques

• Bespoke Furniture • Antiques Gallery• Home Bars • Commercial Bars

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Okay, everyone knock on wood. The East Coast hasn’t suffered a direct hit from a

widespread, Katrina-style hurricane in years.

Sure, some of us have dealt with wind and flooding, but nothing like the devastation in the Gulf. It’s easy to get complacent about properly insuring our possessions when we don’t feel the danger of hurricane season.

Unfortunately, more property is destroyed every year by fire or flood — and not always the type Mother Nature brings — than by hurricane. And we haven’t even mentioned tornados.

A couple of years ago, I watched in fascination as a waterspout traveled up a tidal creek right toward my kitchen window. Lucky for me, it dissipated when it hit the bank, or I’d be speaking from personal experience … not to mention what could have happened to me, since I was standing there like a nitwit watching it come right at me!

State Farm Insurance agent Kesia Brown says many people insure their homes and then assume that policy is sufficient to cover the contents, too. Brown said most of us have more value in our personal property than we realize, especially if we have been keeping house for a few years.

Brown recommends considering a low-cost, low-deductible personal article policy in addition to your regular homeowner’s plan. It is well worth the small premium. She also cautions all of us to review our homeowners’ policies regularly to make sure they continue to provide adequate coverage as we make changes in our homes. Don’t forget to carry flood insurance, as well, if you are in a coastal or flood-prone area.

Here are some types of items to consider insuring on a personal articles policy:

• Antiques and collectibles

• Sports equipment (particularly guns)

• Fine jewelry

• Art

• Electronic equipment and cameras

• Oriental rugs

• Silver and gold

• Musical Instruments

Let’s play one of my favorite games. Think about your favorite room in your house, the one where you spend most of your time. If you’re thinking about your bathroom, you may want to pick your second favorite — porcelain tends to handle disasters pretty well. After you’ve pictured your room, open your eyes and make a list of all

the things in that room, items you would replace if it were destroyed.

The next step is to take the list to the room and compare what you remembered to the actual contents of the room. Bet you forgot stuff! As observant as I must be professionally, I have forgotten to list items I consider absolute treasures. I am probably more guilty than most of my clients about being under-insured.

It’s always a good idea to have clear photographs of the interior of your home in case you ever have to file an insurance claim. I suggest a “four-corners” approach where you take photos from each of the four corners of a room. Another idea is to use video to make a slow circle from the center of the room to provide a sweeping look at the items. (Take some outdoor photos of the house and outdoor living spaces while you have the camera out).

After each room is photographed, take close ups of appreciable items. You can skip the sofa you bought last year, but don’t skip the antique chairs in the living room. Make sure you take photos of paintings from the front and back and try to record

the artists’ signatures. Also take the time to make a written inventory just to complete your records.

I keep all of this information in a binder with plastic sleeves to stash receipts. I also keep a computer disk with the list, my appraisals and photos in a safety deposit box. You don’t want to leave your only copy of your inventory in the house where the property is. Then, your efforts are a complete waste of time.

Most insurers want to make satisfying a claim a positive experience for their clients. You can make sure the process goes smoothly and you are properly indemnified by taking a little time to follow these suggestions.

Hopefully, you will never need the proof or the extra insurance, but I’d rather be safe than sorry. I know I plan to review my insurance this month. I’ve never had a major claim — the flooded basement and a small kitchen fire I’d rather you not mention to my husband don’t really count — but I’ve had plenty of near misses.

After all, with my record, I’d better up my coverage.

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Historic Cocoa Village…a special Antique shopping and dining destination…

Antique Auctions each week

Antique Emporium and Shoppe – 321 631 8377

Some of our fine Antique Stores

Antique Emporium & Shop - Florida Ave. 321 631 8337Antiques & Collectibles Too - 115 Harrison St. 321 631 9924

Miss Bailey’s Curiosity Shoppe – Threadneedle Mall – 321 636 1005Gould’s Old Time General Store - 307 Delannoy Ave. 321 453 1563

Horsefeathers Antiques & Gifts - 14 Oleander St. 321 638 4054Stone Street Antiques - 17 Stone Street. 321 609 2686

Past Gas – 308 Willard Street. 321 636 0449Treasure Hunters Mall – 423 Brevard Avenue. 321 60494499

Once Was Vintage Shop – 607 B Florida Ave. – 321 890 3629

Art & Craft FairsSpring: 1st weekend in MarchSummer: 3rd weekend in MayFall: 3rd weekend in October

Holiday: 1st weekend in December

321.631.9075 www.facebook.com/HistoricCocoaVillage

Experience Southern hospitality in the heart of the Space Coast - With over 11 Antique stores, 60 unique shops, Galleries, Restaurants and Professional services…

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Libby holloway is a certified appraiser of antiques and residential contents. She is a member of the International Society of Appraisers where she is currently serving as Secretary of the Board of Directors. She is also a partner at Antiques and Such in Beaufort, SC. Libby can be contacted at www.LibbyhollowayAppraisals.com.


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A1A Antiques 463146 State Road 200 Yulee, FL 32097904-225-1950

The Old Flood Store Antiques 904-225-0902

trailer Park collectibles 702 centre St.Fernandina beach, FL 32034 904-491-4461

8 Flags Antiques 602 centre St. Fernandina beach, FL 32034904-277-8550

the Pickers Market201 Alachua St.Fernandina beach, Fl. 32034904-432-704810-6 mon-sat / 12-5 sunday

the treasure chest450028 W SR 200, callahan, FL 32011At intersection of SR200/ A1A & uS1Across from the dollar general904-879-1780Mon – Sat 10AM – 7PM

the country Store Antiques219 S. 8th St.Fernandina, Fl. 32034904-261-2633

Amelia Island Antiques5210 First coast hwyAmelia Island, Fl. 32034904-321-1314

eXIt 373 WeSt the treasure chest450028 W SR 200, callahan, FL 32011At intersection of SR200/ A1A & uS1Across from the dollar general904-879-1780Mon – Sat 10AM – 7PM

eXIt 318 the courtyard gallery75 king St. Suite 123St. Augustine, FL [email protected]

churchill & Lacroix Antiques75 king St. Suite 121St. Augustine, FL [email protected]

Antique Warehouse 904-826-1524

Uptown Antiques 904-824-9156

SoS Antiques 74 San Marco Ave. St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-823-0008

St. Augustine Antique Emporium Inc. 904-829-0544

A Step Back in Time 904-810-5829

eXIt 268 Magnolia house Antiques1078 Ridgewood Ave.holly hill, Fl. 32117386-252-80865 buildings full of treasures

our old Stuff Antiques 1005 Ridgewood Ave., u.S. 1 holly hill, FL 32117 386-238-7207

eXIt 249 new Smyrna Antique Mall 419 e. canal St. new Smyrna beach, FL 32168 386-426-7825

eXIt 215 dusty Rose Antique Mall 1101 S. Washington Ave. u.S. 1 northbound titusville, FL 32780 321-269-5526

River Road Mercantile 219 S. Washington Ave. u.S. 1 northbound titusville, FL 32780 321-264-7475

Banana Alley Antiques 321-268-4282

central garage Antiques213 S. Washington Ave.titusville, Fl. 32796321-264-7475

Wildwood Antique Mallat Sears town Mall3550 S. Washington Ave.titusville, Fl 32780321-267-3737open every day

eXIt 201 Miss baileys curiosity Shoppe 404d brevard Ave. cocoa Village, FL 321-636-1005

treasure hunters Mall 423 brevard Ave. cocoa Village, FL 321-609-4499

once Was Vintage Shop 607-b Florida Ave. cocoa Village, FL 321-890-3629

A cocoa Antique Mall 234 Willard St. cocoa Village, FL 321-633-6380

Antique emporium of brevard 625 Florida Ave. cocoa Village, FL 321-631-8377

Antiques & collectibles too 115 harrison St. cocoa Village, FL 321-632-9924

goulds old time general Store 307 delannoy St.cocoa Village, FL 321-632-2481

horse Feathers Antiques14 oleander St.cocoa Village, FL 321-638-4054

Past gas308 Willard St.cocoa Village, FL 321-636-0449

Stone Street Antiques 17 Stone St.cocoa Village, FL 321-631-4959

What nots general Store 407 delannoy St.cocoa Village, FL 321-636-5051

Almost Antiquesestate Sales & cleanouts333 king St.cocoa Village, Fl. 32922321-505-3959

eXIt 173grant Antique Mall5900 u.S. 1 South building grant, FL 32949321-726-677810 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.12 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday

Indian River trading9300 u.S. 1Micco, FL 32976772-664-1020Antiques,Art,Junk & Funk

Fisher’s Place5900 u.S. 1grant, FL 32949321-676-8727“Mantiques” & collectibles

buried treasure1545 u.S. 1grant, FL 32949772-388-6512

eXIt 147eclectus Antiques 1056 20th Place Vero beach, FL 772-567-4962

estate Sales of Vero beach1642 old dixie hwyVero beach, Fl. 32967772-563-001910-5 mon-sat / 10-4 sunday

Rennick galleries 15 Royal Palm Point Vero beach, FL 772-567-7408

house of charm Antiques 4400 u.S. 1 Vero beach, FL 32967 772-770-0703

treasury Antiques 57 Royal Palm PointVero beach, FL 32967 772-778-7739

18th Place Auction inc. 1103 18th PlaceVero beach, Fl. 32960 772-528-7516

eXIt 131Athe unique Antique Shop4559 n. uS.hwy 1Fort Pierce, Fl. 34946772-460-3131

treasure coast Antique Mall4343 north u.S. 1Fort Pierce, Fl. 34946772-468-2006mon-sat 10-5 / 12-5 sun

Southern Antique Mall3702 South u.S. 1Fort Pierce, Fl. 34982772-467-0791mon-sat 10-4 / sun. 11-4

hidden treasures3128 north u.S. 1Fort Pierce, Fl. 34982772-460-8399

Laura’s emporium3957 South u.S. 1Fort Pierce, Fl. 34982772-468-0110

Pineapple Patti’s2739 South u.S. 1Fort Pierce, Fl 34982772-466-1008

White city Mercantile1000 W. Midway Rd.Fort Pierce, Fl. 34982772-461-9003

eXIt 87ASims creek Antique Mall1695 W. Rivertown RoadJupiter, FL 33458561-747-6785

eXIt 70 etc. 536 northwood Road West Palm beach, FL 33407 561-653-0121

circa Who 531 northwood Road West Palm beach, FL 33407 561-655-5224

Palm beach Restoration Studios 550 northwood Road West Palm beach, FL 33407 561-514-0025

All About details 512 northwood Road West Palm beach, FL 33407 561-805-5889

Something Lively 538 northwood Road West Palm beach, FL 33407 561-319-3151

culpepper & co. 1619 n. dixie hwy. West Palm beach, FL 33407 531-837-8090

Allison’s Architectural Salvage co. 528 16th St. West Palm beach, FL 33407 561-655-1022

eXIt 63 carousel Antique center 815 Lake Ave. Lake Worth, FL 33460 561-533-0678

eXIt 36 Sugar chest Antique Mall 960 north Federal hwy.Pompano beach, FL 33062 954-942-8601

eXIt 31Shades Of The Past954-829-3726

eXIt 18 daniels Antiques 2520 SW 30th Ave. hallandale, FL 33009 954-454-1395

nagel Antiques 2540 SW 30th Ave. hallandale FL 33009 954-455-2410

eXIt 4b tyler galleries 6914 biscayne blvd. Miami, FL 33138 305-759-4242

eXIt 1 Stone Age Antiques3236 nW South River dr. Miami, FL 33142305-633-5114

Worth galleries 2520 SW 28th Lane Miami, FL 33133 305-285-1330


“Throw that thing out the window,” snarled the an-tiquing companion when

we once again turned on our new smartphone to get directions to the nearest antique shop. He was driv-ing in stops and spurts, and didn’t quite understand that every time he slammed on the brakes, our fin-gers slid across the touchpad with unintended results. Oops! Halfway down one street, we should have turned 500 yards behind us. We thought briefly that he possibly wanted to throw us right out that window after the smartphone.

While an iPhone can mean “ir-ritating” for some, it really stands for “invaluable.” Since antique dealers are a mobile bunch, driv-ing from show to show, exploring antique shops and malls in new places, looking for estate sales, trying to find a motel on a road trip, what could be better than an iPhone? It’s a new age, where your old briefcase is the piece that should be tossed out that very window -- a smartphone can now replace everything you used to lug around. Yes, everything. Read on.

Part of the smartphone lingo is getting an “app.” That would be an application, specially designed for a phone, making navigating much simpler for many tasks than going to a website. “There’s an app for

that” is quite true. And even if you deal in centuries old antiques, you can put the technology of today to work seamlessly for you to your advantage. Staying one step ahead is always good business practice and that goes for the antique world too. Indeed, a smartphone allows you to do that.

Most apps that will make your life easier as a dealer are even free.

BUY: Let’s start with eBay, the granddaddy of them all. The eBay app allows you to seamlessly do a search, for your widget and com-pare pricing with ended auctions. Useful if you’re eyeing something at a flea market that is out of your normal realm of buying. If there are 55 unsold items just like it at half the price, you probably should pass. Or if there are only two on eBay, and both sold for $175-200 and the dealer wants $40, you just snagged yourself a deal. We’re not suggesting that you look every-thing up of course -- your experi-ence will most often guide you the best.

You can also bid right from your phone on eBay auctions. The app will let you know when you’re out-bid, it will remind you that an item is ending, and will notify you if you were successful -- all by playing a sound even when you‘re doing something else.

Other sites that permit you to browse and bid are Artfact,

Liveauctioneers, both of which have apps, and Proxibid, which you access through a webpage.

A bar code reader is very useful -- scan a book’s ISBN and it will tell you on line and off line prices. Works instantly for any bar code, just in case something collectible has one. We use ShopSavvy, free.

We have used a Yardsalefinder (free) when traveling, or even at home. Another innovative tool, which comes complete with direc-tions so you can map out a day’s hunting. Through Google places, you can find antique shops, thrift shops and auctions, using your current location, or one you specify.

SELL: You can list something for sale on eBay or Craigslist or your own website on the move too. Useful if you’re on the road, and want to have something ticking while you’re shopping to gener-ate income while you’re spending it. Since smartphones come with cameras that are often even better than your digital at home, it’s very simple to snap one or more photos, list it, sell it, and get paid in a mat-ter of hours.

TOOLS: One of the smartest apps is a credit card reader. You may only do a few shows a year, and taking credit cards was just too pricey for your volume. We use “the square” which allows not

only MC and VISA, but also accepts American Express and Discover, for a flat fee of 2.75%. Free app, including the reader, there are no maintenance or equipment fees. A great deal, and one you can use quickly without making phone calls or authorizing, even when you’re in the middle of a corn field. The app can add sales tax, and will send an email or text message to the buyer with a receipt as you complete the transaction. Payments are usually posted to your bank account in about 3 days. Sometimes, taking a card can mean the difference between a sale, and a no sale.

Some banks permit you to make a check deposit by photograph-ing front and backs of customer‘s check, perfect if you’re somewhere your bank has no branches and you want to add funds to your bank account. PayPal, the pay-ment processor for eBay, also permits photographed deposits at no charge, which usually clear in about 5 days.

If you do shows or have a shop, some of your customers may al-ready use their own smartphones to photograph something in your booth, and send to a client, a spouse or a friend. If they don’t have that capability, you can offer to snap a shot, and forward to someone’s email. Or they can have someone email a photo to your phone to see if that chandelier will look right in their dining room.

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You will know who has a smart-phone phone, since it seems those who do carry them in one hand all day long. Beware of your customer getting a call while browsing -- they will get distracted and invariably walk away.

SHIPPING: With a FedEx app, you can generate a bar code for your package on your phone, take it to a FedEx office to have it scanned, and ship without having to print a label. USPS al-lows you to calculate the price, but not generate a label yet, and nor does UPS. With all, you can get directions to your closest location.

GPS: All phones come with navigation apps. We added GPS Nav 2, which give you voice directions -- excellent if you’re driving by yourself and it’s dark so you don’t have to try to read on your phone and trying to decide which lane you’re sup-posed to be in or crank your neck to read street signs. Free.

OTHER: GasBuddy to find the lowest gas price on your route. Find a motel. Find a place to eat. Watch a movie (Netflix) if your motel has minimal chan-nel selection. Read a book (yes, you can actually read -- the iPhone is truly retina friendly). Another free general app is Vlingo which adds voice com-mands for search, email, call, text, maps and social. It will compose an email but you’re best off keeping it simple with a first grader’s vocabulary. Ex-

cellent if you have trouble with the touchpad (we do).

Photograph business cards you pick up along the way, which adds them to your con-tacts before you forget just why you have that card. Cardmunch is free, and puts everything on the proper line, as in email, website, name of the store, phone number etc. Get the app for a magnifying glass with flashlight -- great when you’re looking for sterling marks on flatware etc. Maglight is free, and uses your camera’s flash for illumination. Flashlight, also free, is terrific before day-light at a flea market or show too.

DIDN’T WORK: ArtMatch says it will match any painting or print that you photograph with their database. Sounds cool, huh? However, a mountain landscape with goats yielded several “matches” with Buddah figures, a Leger abstract gave us “The Rape of the Sabine Women.” Don’t bother yet.

If you’ve found an app for us antiquers that we missed in the great outpouring of tools, we’d love to hear about it. Send an email to [email protected] so we can share. And in keeping with staying in the forefront of technology, head over to I95an-tiques.com to see the whole magazine on our website. Plus, we’re also working on a mobile app for directions from shop to shop, so stay tuned!

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Fiesta and More focuses on its name-sake: fiesta dinnerware, the art deco

line of pottery created in the 1930s. Owned by Frank Dow since 1975, Fiesta and More carries thousands of bowls, plates and platters in the original 11 colors. Although he also carries depres-sion glassware and other dinnerware, Dow loves his Fiesta collection.

“I like to buy it more than I like to sell it,” said Dow, who at 86, still works four days a week and travels to Lagrange, Ind., for Fiesta auctions. With what he calls the largest fiesta collec-tion on the east coast, he’s an authority figure on the dinnerware.

“Some places don’t know what they have, or they think they have more than they have,” said Dow. “To my knowledge, there’s no repaired pieces in here.”

Dow sells his personal favorite, “fiesta red” — which is really orange — more than any other color, but no matter your preference, it can be found here.

Behind Fiesta and More but in the same building is Books on Bay, which opened in 2008 and houses one of the oldest book collections in the city. Owned by Betsy Hoit-Thetford, who teaches English at several colleges in

Savannah, Books on Bay possesses classic titles like the Hardy Boys, older prints of classics like Don Quixote, less-er-known authors like Zane Grey, and local interests, which of course means the Civil War and Southern history. A 1687 copy of King James II’s coronation showcases some of the book’s age, but newer copies of Westerns, religion and “As Seen on TV” also grace the shelves.

Since 1975, Frank Dow at Fiesta and More has specialized in the shop’s namesake. Inventory boasts thousands of bowls, plates and platters in the art deco pottery company’s original 11 colors. he also sells depression glass and other dinnerware.

Books on Bay boasts one of the largest collection of old books in Savannah — an inventory you’d expect from its owner, an English professor. Expect to browse through modern titles, too.

224 W. Bay St.Savannah, GA

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For decades Titusville, Fl. would periodi-cally swell by thousands and thousands of visitors who came for prime viewing

of space shuttle shots from the launch pad just across the Indian River at Kennedy Space Center. Now tourists and locals alike, particularly those from the I-95 corridor, are flocking to another Titusville attraction -- the brand new Wildwood Antique Mall which offers a huge variety of items from jewelry and art to furniture, tools, dolls, and pieces evocative of the 1950s.

Wildwood, which opened in November 2011, is a prime example of how antique malls and shops can renew commercial space and enhance downtown business areas. As the space shuttle program closed, Titusville residents anticipated a slowdown in their economy but one bright spot has been the proliferation of antique malls and shops as well as a plethora of trendy re-sale shops. Titusville, just a half-hour east of Orlando and an hour south of Daytona, is becoming an antiquing destination -- with Wildwood Antique Mall the most recent addition to the mix.

Conveniently, the new antique mall sits at the west end of the Searstown Mall, 3550 S. Washington Ave. (U.S. 1) in Titusville – ap-proximately 10 minutes from I-95.

Wildwood’s owner, Manny Pesco, was offered the opportunity to start an antique mall by the owners of Searstown, said Lisa Olender, who co-manages the antique mall with her husband Henry,

“They also own a shopping center in Wildwood in Sumter County where the first Wildwood Antique Mall is located,” said Olender, noting that the original Wildwood

Antique Mall, near I-75, is very successful and the Searstown owners wanted a repeat performance in Titusville.

Pesco scouted other areas but decided that the Titusville location had everything he was looking for including high ceilings, bright lighting, space for wide aisles and proximity to I-95, where billboards could direct traffic to the antique mall.

The Wildwood Antique Mall has 18,000 square feet of space and 110 spaces, most of which already have been rented, Olender said.

And Pesco’s formula seems to be working in overdrive. People are coming in to look at and buy not only the jewelry, fine antiques and mid-century modern furniture but also the Highwaymen paintings, the porcelain, the silver, the Florida collectibles, tin litho toys, tools, primitives and cottage furniture.

“We’ve had a lot of traffic, especially a lot of repeat traffic,” Olender said. “A lot of people are coming from the billboards on I-95, which directs them right to our antique mall. People walk in the door and go ‘oh my’ and ‘I love this.’ Then they ask when did we get here.”

Moving On From Space Shuttles to Antiques by L.A. DAVISContributor

Wildwood Antique Mall in Titusville is open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

For more information about items for sale, or to rent a space, call 321-267-3737.

Photos courtesy of Wildwood Antique Mall

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TITUSVILLE, FL At the Searstown Mall3550 S. Washington Ave.4 miles from I-95 on U.S. 1

364 SHOPPING CENTER DR. (HWY 301) 1 Mile from Florida Turnpike 4 Miles from I-75 EXIT 329

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•SHOPS• Driving Tips & Directions • FYI: South of Downtown, Biltmore Ave. changes names at BiltmoreVillage, becoming Hendersonville Road. So within the Village you could see either name. North of Downtown, Biltmore becomes Broadway at Pack Square, then Merrimon Ave. at the 240 intersection. Merrimon heads into North Asheville. Best parking Downtown is at the Civic Center when there’s no event. First hour free, then 50 cents an hour. Shops outside Downtown have good free parking by their doors.

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• HEIRLOOMS: Just a short way from Biltmore Village. Take Hendersonville Rd. to I-40 west. In three miles, take Exit 47 for Rt.191/Farmers Market. Follow signs past Farmers Market two miles on 191 to Biltmore Square Mall on left. HEIRLOOMS is to the left inside the main mall entrance.Enjoy your visits at the shops whose wonderful owners made this information possible. And please show them this flyer as the way you found them, so they’ll know it works!

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