I Struck Gold! - Antique & Architectural Salvage Shopping in Los Angeles
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I went vintage shopping with the queen of antiques, Brittany (owner of Badlands Vintage). I’ve been friends with Brittany for awhile and even purchased some pieces from her, like my 1000 lb dining table! She took me around to some of her favorite shops in the LA area and I found some amazing pieces for my new home. Come along with me for the ride and let’s shop!!
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Because you're in L.A, you're definitely being taken for a ride. Those prices are beyond outrageous. If you want antiques at a reasonable price, you need to get outside of the major cities, even into thrift stores in small towns where family members off load their deceased family member's belongings but have no idea what they're tossing out. I do almost all of my antique shopping in little towns, at small stores. I won't go near a major city for thrifting and antiquing. Also, those types of trips can be loads of fun, especially if you take a good friend and make a weekend of it at a little B&B in a quaint area you've never been before. It's not just about the shopping--it's about the entire Experience. Finding that little diner with the best food, seeing an historical site you never knew you'd love that much, the drive and the company. Happy antiquing! (but be Thrifty and don't waste your money lol)
This sounds like a blast
Please tell of the cities you visit, and b&b
Yesss!!! Those prices are rip offs.
Excellent advice
You've convinced me! Sounds delightful.
I am so pleased you are going this route. Mainstream design has become soulless, this is the kind of design shopping I live for ❤
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I am a 60 year old woman and I absolutely adore you. I love your style and the fact that you take the person's style into account when you redo their area/room/rooms. I can't wait to see what you do with your home. You are an amazing young man with loads of talent. Warm wishes, Susie
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Drew, have you been to your local government planning commission to see if they have plans for your home on file? They may have information about the builder, and that may lead you to books about your particular style of home. There are many styles that evolved from Spanish Revival and your home being built in 1929 leans Art Deco in some respects like the rounded corners of the hall with the stained glass skylight. It has characteristics of Mission Revival with the beamed ceiling upstairs.
I have not! I actually had no idea there was anything like this
@@lonefox If your home gets registered as historic, you will be burdened w Rules to conform to, so careful how you choose.
@@lonefox YES if you can get the blueprints- they will be hand drawn- beautiful. I am surprised that the owners/sellers did not have them? Maybe you can find out who was the architect - maybe historic society will have record of your street😉
THIS! How cool would the original floor plans be framed on a wall somewhere too? 😍
I was thinking something similar - the library might house a historical photo archive of the neighbourhood; if Drew could find pictures of the exterior he could see what the windows were like.
Never go antique shopping in a big city Drew!! You end up paying inflated prices for things!! Drive out of the city and hit some country markets, so much more fun too!
The thrill of a special find is like no other.
I'm the child of two antiquers and have thousands of hours spent in attics, barns, estate sales, garage sales, shops, & even "trash pickin'"* forays. The excitement is palpable.
* trash pickin' was a fun past time in the midwest the night before trash pickup. Everyone would put the good stuff off to the side so neighbors could pick through it easily. Whole families would walk the neighborhood and almost always found something worth picking up.
That’s so awesome! Now that’s a family night out that I can get behind! 😆
Growing up I lived on the main road headed to the dump. If we ever wanted to get rid of something we just plopped it at the end of the driveway with a free sign slapped on it. It would be gone by noon! It was great
Searching for anything old truly is such a fun feeling!
We need to bring this back
@@lonefox I wish my dad was still alive. He'd have every bit of lighting you needed for your home (he was an antique lighting specialist) & could help you source affordable hardware for doors & cabinets, furniture, basically anything you needed. He knew people across the country and throughout the state who wanted to ensure someone who was into restoration could afford to do it authentically.
I can't wait to see what you do with your new home. It's so exciting to witness the transformation of the house, but moreso to witness the passion of the owner come to life. Just remember: it's a marathon, not a sprint.
I love she isn't gatekeeping any of her antique spots
She’s the actual best ever
Antique shopping is definitely different than thrifting!
I just posted that. He's posted videos at thrift stores where he's walked by many nice antique items. Of course, when you shop at an antique store/shop the prices are going to be higher.
It 100% is! I didn’t realize truly how different they were until filming this video
Just a helpful tip……when antique-ing…..carry some boxes, packing paper, bubble wrap and a few old blankets with you to keep your treasures from getting broken on the trip home. 🌸😊🌸
So smart!
Great idea!!
I’m not much on antiques, myself, but I loved this video because YOU were so excited! It’s contagious!
Aww thank you!!! Yes I want to def do a mix of old and new throughout my home!
With his Femine side.
Me too.🥰🥰🥰
@@lonefox I love this especially because I have inherited furniture which I would feel guilty about selling. I love the idea of mixing old and new.
Yes! I'm also captivated by your enthusiasm! I get happy right there with you, ooohing and ahhhing.
It is really good to see a young person appreciate this old stuff. I have a house full and my kids are not so interested. I hope you can single handedly reverse the trend to Ikea and the disposable lifestyle.
It’s great to see you grow beyond just thrift. Not everything in the stores is bonafide antique so your DIY eye will serve you well for what is it could be duped.
What a fun surprise! I love a good thrift video. It would be fun if u went to Texas to see MacKenna or she went to estate sales with u in LA to hunt for both your homes.
They could go to Round Top Texas…biggest antique place ever!
Mackenna goes shopping every day or so it seems
@@shoshanachavab it kinda does! But since its for the pop up too, I get it. Plus, doesnt Romeo also like it to look for vintage clothes?
@@shoshanachavab McCenna does shop like every day it does seem like haha
@@jere5555 Oh! I need to try this Round Rock store you speak of lol
I love the fact that you bought an old home for its character, and want to bring some of that back into the frankly awful job the previous owners did with the bathrooms. Thrifting is such a mish mash of things, it’s really all about the hunt, and it’s rarely antiques (which I believe by definition are things that are 100 years or older). Antique and vintage shops have done the hunting for you, so there’s definitely that cost built into the piece.
This comment describes antiques and vintage perfectly!!
You CAN find antiques in thrift stores, but they're usually hidden under several layers of paint and take a lot of work to restore, it you even can.
Had assignments related to historic districts before I retired. There are a high number of ways to get those antiques and architectural features for less…. if you’re willing to do the work. First recommendation is to look out for demos and remodels of older homes/buildings and get in there to more carefully remove what is being trashed or sold at a very low price. Another recommendation is to get involved with the Los Angeles Conservancy. They have a wealth of information and many fun ways to be involved and learn. Third recommendation in restoration is play the long game. Those doorknobs don’t all have to be replaced all at once. Replace as you can. Who knows… some demo project you find will dump more than you need. As some of the commenters say and you well know, the fun is in the hunt, exploring, and finding the just right piece. Have fun!
You need to educate yourself then prioritize where you want to spend your money…take your time. So much fun to follow along with you 💕
Yeah! What fun Drew! Antiquing is rich peoples way of thrifting Drew!I My best finds have always been at yard and garage sales. I have found some beautiful antiques!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Blessings, Laura
I always have enjoyed looking at old architectural pieces and letting my imagination go. So much fun.
I knew a man that collected his beautiful antiques for his mountain cabin get-away for over 20 years, when he sold the cabin, the new buyers wanted all of his antiques to remain because of the charm and love he had put into the style. So take your time, enjoy the process of choosing the pieces that speak to you.
Genuine antiques being so expensive is why thrift stores are so popular. With creativity and elbow grease, an antique look can be achieved for a fraction of the price.
I imagine LA antique stores are more expensive than other areas of the country as well.
Drew, the amber shades are made from thin sheets of mica (a natural mineral). Mica can come in many colors and was most used in early screw in fuses in electric boxes.
Being a native Californian, that has always been my dream, to own an authentic Spanish style home.
I know you will make it so beautiful!🥰🥰🥰
Drew, You’ll love going down the antique rabbit hole. You’ll never regret bringing a sense of history and authenticity to your home.
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Yes, crystal door knobs were quite common in the 1920’s.
love love my crystal doorknobs my hooded doors r beautiful and old and we're Ruining them :/
I love them! I had those in my home as well. When I renovated my home, I made sure the contractor didn't take off with them.lol😅
@@erikasmith8894 that’s such a true statement! I designed a backyard for a young couple and the people were just going to let their pavers and border (in extremely good condition) be “disposed of” by the contractor. The had plenty of room on their garage pad so we had it stacked there. The landscaper was furious I stepped in and I said it was my job to advocate too my client. He obviously was going to use it himself or sell it. I sold if for the homeowners and they were pretty thankful they had an extra 800$ for trees. Door knows, light fixtures of pavers don’t give them away.
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Well your clients were and are in great hands! We need more honest people like you in this type of business. Not only did you prevent a possible theft, but you saved your clients money and they were able to add more features to their home. Bravo!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻
My house turned 151 years old this year. I’m so lucky to have many antiques handed down through my family for several generations now. They look amazing in my house. I treasure them. I only hope my son will treasure them too when he inherits them. Antiques, especially family pieces, are wonderful stories in your home. Xoxo
The brown in the lamps is called “mica” . You can read about these lamp shades when you read about Prairie Craftsman homes. One of the most beautiful is right in Pasadena - The Gamble House!
This is an idea! If you could tour a historical home that's similar in style to yours, you could see how all the design details work together and get some inspiration. If they allowed you to film we could see it too!
Yes! There are so many historical homes in Southern California, many of which can be toured. So much inspiration can be drawn from seeing the actual homes inside.
I’ve never seen it in person but I think the Gamble House is one of the most beautiful homes ever built.
Honey you don't need lights the ones in your new house are to die for.❤❤
Drew I love the fact that you're trying to restore your house to its original Beauty you don't have to do it all at once just do a little each month and you'll be there before you know it good luck on all your shopping take your time and pick only the best stuff
I learn so much checking out antique stores, so when I am thrifting, my eyes have been trained to spot the treasures at a fabulous price.
Congratulations Drew, you now have local resources! Thanks for such a Fun adventure 🤩
The prices!
I can look at antiques for so long then it's off to thrifting.
When I built my second home I used all antique lighting. I worked with an antique lighting specialist putting together perfect fixtures for the home. He rewired and refinished everything beautifully! I also found an antique clawfoot tub that I had completely redone. I found incredible claw feet… all four the same which is difficult to find. I had the feet refurbished and dipped and nickel. I found an old pedestal sink I had completely refurbished and installed. When I sold the home the couple that bought it removed every light fixture, yanked out the clawfoot tub and sink and put in all ultra modern boring junk😖 good for you Drew to keep as close to the architecture as you can… Your home will have so much more character! I love that you’ve discovered antiques!
It's devastating that they ripped out all those classic pieces. The old couple I bought my house from chose us because we're not landlords or developers and because I said I'd be keeping as many classic features as possible. Sadly we did lose some chair-rails due to having to have the entire hallway replastered but my taste is really old fashioned. Like museum level old. I love that eclectic mix of styles through history. I'm trying to do eccentric victorian millionaire style on a thrift shop budget. It's actually working pretty well though. It's amazing what people throw away because it's not the new in thing.
The good thing about antiquing is that the wonderful items in these fantastic emporiums have all had a "life" or several before they are salvaged. This means that they were quality items to stand the test of time and still are mostly. The price reflects the fact that they are still good enough to be wanted and loved by people and will be cared for and appreciated by those who buy them. You are very lucky to have such amazing places near to your new home and I hope we will see much more of them on your inspiring vlogs. Have humongous fun!
I was shocked that you had not been into antique or salvage stores. I think you will be from now on. I would LOVE to even do some photos like the one wall of all the old door plates. Can't wait to see how you evolve your home.
I haven't been this excited for a RUclips home Reno in a long time. This was such a fun video!!
As you know, antique/flea markets, yard sales, Goodwill, estate sales, even FB marketplace (antiques are not very popular right now, lots of people are trying to unload good inherited antiques)... are where the antiques are found by the antique dealers. The price difference is all about whether you can afford the time to find it yourself, or the money to pay someone else to find it for you. Personally, I don't buy anything in antique stores because I enjoy the hunt, saving money, and stretching out the pleasure of finding the piece. The antique hardware store, and the store with the tile, are fantastic! And searching particular hardware and fixtures can take forever! What a great resource!
It's totally cool to ask for a deal, especially if you are buying more than one piece.
MESMORIZING Id rather explore these places then a museum. Decor antique heaven.Obsessed with clay pots, her $20 finds, SO JEALOUS. Love the torch & rich wood looking paddles too.
The antique shops look like literal museums. Like museums of interior design.
An apt description.
I am having so much fun window dhopping with Drew! I can't believe how full of items the antique stores are. I don't understand where they find all of it and wonder if they are making money, lol. No stores in Western Pennsylvania (that I've been in) have this much inventory.
I went to an antique fair years ago, and bought a stained glass window, which is in my kitchen nook now. Auctions can also be a lot of fun or estate sales. Bought my mahogany dining table and chairs for $250 at an auction, and a beautiful antique curio cabinet. Also bought antique and vintage lighting online, including some tiles. There's a whole other world out there, for you to explore. It's not necessary to fill your entire house with authentic pieces, but a few well chosen ones will make a statement.
Macenna is the queen of vintage shopping. She knows her vintage, talk to her
I’m only 2 minutes in but already I LOVE Brittany’s vibe! So soothing somehow, so quietly competent! Yes I’m basing that on the SECONDS of footage of her in the car only.
P.S.A. Antiques are more expensive/pricier because most of the time they are 1- made better than how it would have been made at a "fast furniture" for lack of a better term store and 2- they're definitely unique and if they've lasted this long they are sure to last you much longer as long as you treat them with care, and if they have up-keep stick with it.
Drew, I have a art history degree with a special interest in architecture. This video just makes my heart happy, that you are bringing these treasures to an an audience of people who may know nothing about these amazing history pieces. I love your channel but this new journey is so fun to watch.
Wow. This is going to be awesome to watch. Are you making lists of ideas? How are you organizing this all? I am overwhelmed and it’s not even my house. It will be breathtaking!! Can’t wait!!! 💃🏽
Just amazing! How many houses "died" for there to be so much architectural salvage? Mind boggling.
Exactly... I always appreciate folks like you who think this way.
The amount of gorgeous old homes knocked down in LA for mcmansions is heartbreaking.
@@Toodle.Pipp001 Makes me sad to think of all that beauty that I'll never get to see.
Brittany was so adorable. Thanks for the recommendation to her IG page. Her style is so cool! Also, when I saw the clip of the hardware place I was like, "That's the place MaCenna found and freaked out because it had soooo much stuff" lol glad you went there. I'm sure you can get lots of stuff for your house. So excited
You might search the library, city hall, local historical societies and find photos of your house back when it was new. You’d be amazed what you can find out there if you look.
the architectural supply stores! i could have stayed there all day. it’s so good to see that these things are being preserved. invest in good pieces and oil paintings that fit the house.
I’d love to see Drew do a “how to” video on how to go antiquing. It’s one thing to fall in love with a piece to the point that you cannot live without it. Okay, but just purchasing antiques because they are old.… Why?
Before buying you need to know why. And then you need an education so you don’t get taken for a ride. You should have a good idea of typical prices, which manufactures/craftsmen/designers are good, signs of authenticity, etc. It’s a long list.
But you don’t have to learn the hard way by mucking it up to begin with. You really can gain an education in a type/style of antiques fairly easily.
We still do trash picking here in Cleveland Ohio. In the suburb I live in they have a bulk trash pick up day and you can calm the streets and find all kinds of good stuff.
It was fantastic to see you expand your horizons at the antique shops and salvage, your reaction was much like XOMcKenna!🤤😍 You will never shop the same way again even if thrift/estate sales are more your budget. The way quality things feel and look in your hands will be your new point of reference! Have fun but mind your budget, it's easy to justify the purchases until the roof leeks! (Speaking from experience) 🤑😕
You all need a road trip to the Midwest-these prices are crazy! I have been
collecting vintage/antique for over 50 years, and have a 1937 house and
every single thing is vintage! Most of it bought at garage sales, flea mkts,
and inherited, and made awesome buys. Seems like the center of the
country is WAY cheaper than the coasts! Give it a try, rent a truck and I
guarantee you would fine wonderful vintage, and save yourself a TON
of money! Good Luck-love your channel!
I am old and cannot take this torture! When are you finding out about the light fixtures? You're fans are dying!!!🤣
Great antique shops. On Sunday, August 21 is the Long Beach flea market. Here’s the tip lots of these vendors are at the Rose Bowl but raise their prices because of the location. Always go early too, but some will lower prices at closing because they don’t want to pack it up or are on their way to go picking and want a lot of from for more new stuff.
Some amazing places to do some antique shopping. Do you ever follow Restoration Nation, they are both on YT & IG. They needed vintage style tile & they find this company who can make them for you - any pattern & color. Thought to pass it along. Good luck with the new house!
Drew you are the best! Thanks for taking as along with you. I loved watching you so excited!
Antique is not my style. But, you are so excited about it that you made me watched the whole video. I'm excited for you.
Omg ... i would go nuts romping through those houses of pure treasures !! Salvage shops !! YES YES YES
Architectural salvage is awesome - I could live in those stores too lol! Can't wait to see what you choose when you redo your new home!
I definitely recommend antique shopping if you are ever traveling outside of LA! Even just driving a few hours to the central coast or something, the antique prices are sooooo much lower. LA antiquing is so pricey!
Please do your due diligence researching potential hazards in old porcelain enamel tubs and sinks and ceramic tiles of any age. Lead exposure is no joke! Loving every single place you've shopped and thanks for sharing them all with us. I feel like I could spend weeks in those. Can't wait to see what you do with your house!
So much fun! You can always add bits and pieces in the future, it doesn't have to be all at once. Just think of what you might find in 6 months, a year etc. Good Luck with the Urban Hunting...😊
Yes!!
Drew, love your energy! Thank you for taking us along.
Thank goodness you are restoring the house back to some of the original Heritage. I love all those beautiful treasure homes we have in California and that's architecture is art.
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Thank for sharing it's was so nice to see variety of styles and color so so pretty
So glad I discovered your channel. You are so talented! So excited to see what you do with your house!
I saw what looked like a forest landscape painting that is DYING for a clean, but even still it's so pretty 😍
Sticker shock for sure. You have to find the right places to go for reasonable prices. Have you thought of checking out Habitat for Humanity store?
Liz is a true friend to artists everywhere. Not only does she curate gallery exhibits of working, emerging artists in her loft upstairs, she also hosts giveaways featuring free stuff which otherwise would be thrown into landfills. Think everything from cigarette packs to rubber bands. Everyone’s trash is another one’s treasure. And Liz’s heart is treasure beyond measure. 😁👍🏼🇬🇧
So glad you're bringing us along on your journey to make your new home the home of your dreams. So excited for you! 💙
love the candlesticks, Drew, can't wait to see what colour of candles you decide to pair them with
Omg that one antique shop Liz’s antique hardware was like a candy store!!!! I would go absolutely nuts in there 😍😍😍😍
I’m addicted to antiques. I’ve been drawn to them my entire life. And I’m constantly edjucafing people with what they have. Like they’ll be using it as a planter and I’m shocked like, dude, if you kept it clean, you could sell it for retail like $300-$400 because of its rarity and it’s on trend right now so people are paying a lot for what people think is just “junk”. You just have to have some knowledge in design, materials, how somethings made, etc.
It's so cool to see how excited you are not only to remodel and buy stuff for your house but also your passion and love for interior design as well. Btw you're friend kinda looks like Doja Cat, she's so cute! Please, don't use that 100$ antique as a trash can LOL.
I wonder if the town has any history/pictures of your home on file. It would be cool to see what the interior looked like originally.
Thanx for taking us along; So much fun!
Marketplace and estate sales for antiques or vintage. The last place you went alone was amazing with the door fittings. I love to look around architectural salvage.
OMG I loved these antique stores. Nothing like that where I live in Australia. Thanks Drew for taking us antiquing with you, I had such fun. 👍👍☺💜
How fun to see all of these antique stores! 😁💜 It's so nice that so many antiques are saved instead of just getting rid of them. Such character. 😊
Wow-a! Stunning antiques! But that antique hardware store! Sooo much beeyoodiful stuff, and all ORGANISED! 😍
Where I live all the way over in New Zealand, all that kinda stuff is just chucked into boxes on display and gather dust in our demolition yard shops. They're for sale, but you have to rummage around.
Thanks for sharing, Drew. 🥰
Love Jacqueline from New Zealand 🧚♂
My grandmother Loved A Good buy. She loved a good auction, she loved a good Thrift Shop, she loved a good yard sale. Any Honest buy she said, was worth bartering, asking and purchasing if you really want it. I learned so much from her. People can always say, no. And you can always ask for a deal. I don't know if you ever go to auctions. You should try, and see if you haven't been. I think you will be blown away by them. In the best and happiest way.
LOVING the new upload schedule!!!! ❤👏
It must be SO amazing thrifting & antiquing in LA! So envious!
Go to Artobrick in LA!! their tile is Spanish, old World , antique and even mid century! they are having a garage sale this Saturday! you wont be disappointed. Dying to go get my tile there for my new home
Venture out of LA and hit small town antique spots, estate sales and yard sales. You passed up the sickest red Asian chairs for the red chandelier room. Happy hunting. I’m so excited for you! 💚 edit: I’d start with wall switches or outlet covers and buy 2-4 period door knobs at a time. Maybe the owner is willing to work with you. Or barter your least favorite light fixture for the plates and knobs you want. Never hurts to ask!
I liked going to Beverly Hills auctions in the late 60's, I think, when I lived there. Great boxes of old good items from the old movie stars. Some weird and not so good,others too lavish throw aways before trash day in the back of store alleys. If you were willing to use shards and bits. Good to have her taking you with her. Thank you for this engrossing search for the right tidbit.
YES so much fun to go to estate sales where they just piles up the fabulous goodies in baskets and boxes- I got wonderful fabrics, hardware, glass for just DOLLARS - and that is the trick to have CASH and only about $100 and see what you can find. Too TOO easy to get into frenzy of buying - so only $100 cash and small car to hold everything - haha - treasure hunt with limits
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Your energy is so uplifting to watch.
Drew!!! I just picked up the fall issue of Better Homes and Gardens Cottage Style Magazine and you have an **8** page spread in it!!!!!! well DONE!!!!
If you ho again to Palm Springs, you'll find fantastic bargains. There are several Revivals, the one downtown is great, and Misty's in Rancho Mirage has the absolute best furniture. Rich people do over their mansions every year, and change the whole furniture, there are incredible deals.
It was time for you to do this and now you know your options have exploded! Some of these places will hold auctions from estates as well as bring in entire containers from abroad. Always good to let them know what you are looking for. Have fun!
I SO ENJOYED ‘joining’ you for this week of your antiquing and perusal of architectural salvage! I used to frequent places like these for my shop (mostly 20’s to 50’s kitchenalia!) but no longer… sidelined by MS 8 years ago so this was WONDERFUL browsing the proverbial treasure trunks ‘with’ you!! ❤️
For smaller decor or kitchen items, I'll compare prices between antique stores, etsy, and ebay. More often than not, ebay sellers are cheaper as long as you know how to search for specific terms and identify things from really low res photos. Excited to see how your home renos turn out!
Check out government lands and housing (or similar type governance) for historical photos. They may have historical images or house plans of your home.
Drew! I see quite a few DIY/dupes you can do on these antiques!! ...I was going to say the wavy candle sticks but you bought them! 😄
Drew I was overwhelmed with the price tags there “Oh My”. I like to thrift shop for sure!!!! I love watching how excited you were in the store❤️❤️
Great adventure - thanks for sharing. Antiques add depth, time over the centuries, authenticity and collecting (eg world cultures) elements to interior design. A good home includes inter generational identity and roots. A room is a place for harmonising antique, mid century, natural history, and contemporary elements. Edited, curated, layered. Go for it!
Annnd… Liz’s Antique Hardware made my head explode! So much great stuff!!
✨💖✨Your Goodwill is so incredible. Those rattan wingbacks? I’m hyperventilating. So beautiful.
You can find reproductions online for about $500- it's a good look and can pass as real thing. the material is polyester but much more comfortable to touch and is durable- made originally for the southern living style line to sit out on those big porches with your mint julip
Wonderful to see your excitement in discovering these beautifully crafted materials. There is nothing like a handmade piece from generations back to really appreciate excellent workmanship - not gonna find this stuff at Lowes!
There truly isn’t! Authentic craftsmanship and wear + tear is priceless!
Hey Drew, Julie from Julie's Designs and Signs just put a video out where at one of the estate sales she was at, there were a few of those star shaped lights you want to put in your skylight area. If you were after multiple small ones, and opposed to a single larger scale one, she could probably put you in contact with the estate sale company.
MaCenna, as you said, was in that shop with the door knobs. In, saw the prices, and walked out. She saw the difference in prices between LA and Texas. She picks most of her stuff from estate sales. Her mom hunts them down a specific way. Maybe you can call her and find out. You know Romeo shops too. Good luck. 👋🏼