Great news, Dream Retro has now moved to the sumptuous and beautiful Alfies Antique Market, Marylebone, in the heart of Central London. Retro and vintage enthusiasts need to know that there is somewhere in Central London that is open every week, somewhere that is easy to locate, and that is run by someone who has…
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Beyond the Price of Rubies: A Biblical Birthstone for July
Ruby is the birthstone for July and for 40th wedding anniversaries and birthdays. A gemstone from the corundum species of mineral, which also includes sapphire, ruby is the most valuable. The word ruby can be traced back to the Sanskrit for king of gems and to the Latin, ruber, which means red. Pure corundum is…
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Birthstone for June – Pearls: timeless, elegant & perfect for both vintage & contemporary designs
Pearls, the birthstone for June and the gemstone for 30th anniversaries, have long been associated with purity. First recorded by a Chinese historian in 2206BC and "discovered" during Christopher Columbus's New World expeditions pearls quickly became associate with wealth and status. Coveted by royals throughout the centuries not least by our own Queen Elizabeth II…
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Why Handmade is for everyone
I know I am not alone when I say that I adore a lot of old fashioned “things”: smelly old books, thrift shops, music, films, 1950’s style dresses, berry picking, the fox trot and friends who call their children George/Molly/Arthur rather Princess Tiiami Crystal. Ok, ok… there ARE limits to how far I will go with…
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February’s Obsession: Luggage
This month I just can’t get enough of vintage luggage. Those hug
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DIY Teacup Candle
Teacup candles are all the rage at the moment! And with Mother's Day
Fairs This Week
Tuesday
Ardingly International Antiques & Collectors Fair
When: Tuesday 15 January - Wednesday 16 January
United Kingdom , West Sussex, ArdinglyWith its convenient links to the capital, the Ardingly International Antiques and Collectors Fair is
Friday
Shepton Mallet – Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair
When: Friday 18 January - Sunday 20 January
United Kingdom , Somerset, Shepton MalletFor one of a kind finds, look no further than the Shepton Mallet Antiques, Vintage and Collector’s
Saturday
Lou Lou’s Brighton Vintage Fair – Sale Special!
When: Saturday 19 January
United Kingdom , East Sussex, BrightonThe UK’s ‘Best Vintage Fair,’ Lou Lou’s returns to the Brighton Hilton Metropole with a JANU
Sunday
Lou Lou’s Canterbury Vintage Fair – Sale Special!
When: Sunday 20 January
United Kingdom , Kent, CanterburyThe UK’s ‘Best Vintage Fair,’ Lou Lou’s returns to the Canterbury Westgate Hall for a JANUAR
Malvern Flea & Collectors Fair
When: Sunday 20 January
United Kingdom , Worcestershire, MalvernThe UK’s LARGEST flea fair – held nine times a year. Experience the ‘Malvern Magic’ that i
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