by Sally Thompson | Jul 28, 2025 | antiques, Collections
Whirligigs: The Antique Folk Art That Spins With Charm Images from Sally Thompson’s personal collection Among the most whimsical and captivating pieces of American folk art are antique whirligigs—those charming wind-driven contraptions that spin, twirl, and...
by Sally Thompson | Jun 11, 2025 | antiques, Collections, Father's Day
Shaving Mugs and Mustache Cups Victorian Treasure Collectibles Images from Sally Thompson’s personal collection When searching for a truly unique and meaningful Father’s Day gift, consider stepping back in time to the refined rituals of the Victorian era. Two...
by Sally Thompson | May 30, 2025 | antiques, Father's Day
Remembering Fathers, in Word and Memory — A Reflection for Father’s Day Written by June 15th, 2025 Father’s Day invites us to pause—not just to give gifts or gather for a meal, but to reflect on the quiet strength, kindness, and presence of the fathers who raised us,...
by Sally Thompson | May 6, 2025 | antiques, Collections
Silhouettes: The Art of Shadows Before the Camera Photo by Benjamin Davies on Unsplash Before the camera lens became the go-to medium for capturing a loved one’s likeness, people relied on the gentle curves of a profile, cast in shadow, to preserve memories. The...
by Sally Thompson | Apr 23, 2025 | antiques, Mother's Day, preserve
A Mother’s Day Reflection: Celebrating the Women Who Shape Us Written by There’s something about Mother’s Day that stirs up the deepest kind of reflection—the sort that brings with it smiles, stories, and sometimes a few tears. It’s a time to pause and truly honor the...
