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- By Sandy Neilly
- The old photograph on the front cover of this issue just
seemed so appropriate and was placed there in celebration of
warmer days. It was purchased at the Gadsden's Vintage Style
Antiques, Collectibles & Paper Show in late
February when we were blissfully unaware of how much winter remained.
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- On the photo, unfortunately, there is nothing written to
indicate the event being celebrated, so I'm opting to identify
it as a June wedding photo - or perhaps a May Day celebration.
It's likely I'll never know for sure, but in any case, it's a
gem and I was delighted to find it. (Did you notice the dog on
the running board?)
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- Spring is such a busy time of year for everyone, but it's
a busy-ness that is welcome. The freedom of working outside without
hats, coats, boots and a snow shovel makes one almost heady with
relief. (Even after bailing out your basement.) All those great
old pieces of furniture found over the winter and waiting to
be stripped (if applicable) are being hauled outside and refinished
with an enthusiasm that will last, hopefully, for months. Windows
are open, the furnace is turned off and the spring cleaning ritual
has begun, both in homes and in shops.
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- It's time for that protective coating of dust to be banished.
Although it was a drawn out winter, there were plenty of antique
events to keep us busy. Whether it was vintage clothing, glass,
bottles, post cards or a combination of all things old, there
was something for everyone and we're very grateful for all the
excellent shows this past season. They proved to be a wonderful
diversion from the weather.
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- As mentioned last issue, we have the greatest respect for
the hard working vendors who travel far and wide to load and
unload their wares for everyone to view. Anyone who participated
in the Paris, Thornbury or Warkworth Antique Shows on the Blizzard
Weekend of March 8 and 9 deserve a round of applause for dealing
with huge amounts of snow and hurricane- force winds.You are
an intrepid bunch. And for those who ventured out to attend those
shows, you should be given some sort of Bravery & Perseverance
Award. I suppose you just can't keep a good collector down, no
matter what.
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- The Bowmanville Show, a mere two weeks later, was blessed
with good weather, but judging from the early lineup well before
the 6 p.m. opening on Good Friday, it wouldn't have mattered
what kind of weather there was. The "Bow Show" didn't
disappoint. The selection of fabulous antiques was, as always,
a joy to behold and to learn from.
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- It's spring (did I mention that already?) and that means
outdoor markets, yard
sales, gardening and all things green. With this in mind, you'll
find a new contributor on page 14, by the name of Mary Brittain
who has submitted the most delightful article on heirloom seeds,
entitled Living Antiques, which ties in perfectly with the Wayback
Times and the season. Her knowledge and passion for preserving
plants of the past will likely inspire you to delve a little
deeper into the greener side of history. It's already had that
effect on me - a new door opened to the past.
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- Have you ever wanted to build a log cabin just like in the
days of old? Jim Ross can get you started with his third
part of Collecting Old Tools and in the process he'll teach you
the uses of all those old tools you have hanging around your
barn that you didn't know quite what to do with.
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- Anne of Green Gables, a Canadian all time favourite, celebrates
a 100th anniversary this year. Covered in Cosway’s Corner,
you'll find that Anne was the invention of a remarkable lady
and you're sure to learn a thing or two that you didn't know
about this Canadian author.
Are you a decoy fanatic/collector? Apparently there are a lot
of you around if you have nodded your head “yes.” If
that's the case, you might have heard of Steven Lloyd,
who graciously agreed to be Peter's Out to Lunch guest for Issue
76. Steven is one very knowledgeable person in the decoy world.
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- Rosemary McKittrick’s Collector's Corner provides
information about Superman and the collectibles from that era
- you will be amazed ... and you might be tempted to cry when
you see some of the values placed on items recently sold at an
action if you didn't save yours.
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- Peter Green's All About Antiques is back in this issue.
(I recall seeing a “warming table” he had in his Muskoka
shop years ago. It was a platform that a recently deceased person
was placed upon prior to funeral preparations, if I recall correctly,
and it would have made a great coffee table ... for someone,
not for us. Although it would have been the ultimate conversation
piece.)
Robert Raid's Inside Antiques, just happens to be an article
about cat collectibles. This is dedicated to the Campbellford
Veterinary Clinic, who has been there for us in many situations.
The clinic is comprised of a compassionate and hard working group
of critter-friendly doctors and assistants and I highly recommend
them. I've never asked, but I'll bet there is at least one person
in that office who collects something critter related.
There is much more, of course, in this May/June issue. Grab a
cup of tea and head outside with the paper and have yourself
a good relaxing read in the sunshine. Join Jay in his Wayback
Blog and turn to Wayback Wheels for some great classic car suggestions,
if you're thinking of trying your hand at restorations of the
automotive variety.
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- Now - get out that Daytimer and get planning.You have antiques
to find.
What are you waiting for? Spring?
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