Great Discoveries: Diver Finds Ancient Roman Coins
A diver recently discovered more than 30,000 Roman coins off the coast of Sardinia, Italy, that date back to the early 4th century. How the […]
The Art of Gratitude: Ex-Votos Give Heartfelt Thanks
I recently came across a contemporary painting and was intrigued by its kookiness: Two curious ice cream cone-shaped aliens reach for an ice cream cone […]
Great Discoveries: Antique Bible Found at Retirement Facility
In July 2023, Kathy Magruder, the owner of Pageturners Bookstore in Indianola, Iowa, received an invitation from the Calvin Community retirement facility to browse through […]
Charley Harper: A Modern Twist on Nature
Before Charley Harper became a globally recognized artist, he was an environmentalist—or was it the other way around? It doesn’t matter because even today, long […]
’Tis the Season for Amazing Deals: Thrift Your Gifts
The holidays can be an anxious season for those of us who like to adhere to a budget. How can we possibly respect our financial […]
Top Luxury Watches for Women on eBay
If you’re like me, you love spying familiar accessories on television characters. You’ve been known to examine a photo super closely, too, so you can […]
Haul Out the Holiday Kitsch
With the holiday season in full swing, there is a lot of work to be done in homes everywhere. Preparing dinners, decorating, shopping, and cleaning […]
The Riveting Reign of Vintage Denim Jackets
As someone from the San Francisco Bay Area, I am deeply familiar with the Levi’s brand. The name Levi’s is almost interchangeable with the word […]
S.O.S. (Surplus Old Stuff): Kitchen Glassware
As we approach the holiday season filled with turkeys, crown roasts with little paper socks, fruitcakes, and cookies, we also approach the time of the […]
Giving the Gift of Holiday Thrift
This holiday, would you consider giving your loved one a coat you bought from a thrift store? Would you put used games under the Christmas tree? If so, go […]