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5 Tips on Purchasing a Currier & Ives Print From an Amateur Collector

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In the well known Christmas song Sleigh Ride, there are lyrics in the song that goes…

“It will Be Like a Picture Print By Currier and Ives”

When I heard that part of the song when I was young, I decided that when I grow up, I would find my own Currier and Ives print to own. Now that I am an adult and search for a Currier and Ives print to own for many years, I realized there are a few things to know before searching for a print.

Even though I am not an expert in collecting vintage and antique prints, I wanted to share 5 tips for purchasing a print (Or lithograph) by this well known print company.

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Favorite Vintage Inspired Clothing for Spring 2019

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As much as I love modern clothes, I love vintage inspired clothes more. I love them so much because the styles draw inspiration from clothing of the past. Because of this, vintage inspired clothing always looks stylish and will never go out of style. This spring, there are modern clothing stores that carry vintage inspired clothes. Since I enjoy looking at them so much, I decided to pick a few of my favorites that will work for springtime. The stores I found the clothes at are vintage inspired clothing stores, but I also included a few dresses from Dillard’s. None of the clothes in this post are accurate vintage clothing reproductions, but are inspired by vintage clothing. Continue reading “Favorite Vintage Inspired Clothing for Spring 2019” →