Perfect Patina

Curated antiques, art & heirloom framing .antiques or DM for shipping. Heritage Restoration & Integration Consultant

05/27/2026

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Some pieces are worth the extra effort.

This antique marble-top cabinet caught my eye immediately, not just for the marble, but for the many useful ways this piece could be used. While most pieces from this era tend to feature blue, brown, or plain white tile, this one has a soft green botanical pattern making it feel especially unusual.

The vintage hardware from the mid-century wasn’t doing the piece any favors, so I replaced it with timeless solid brass hardware from Yester Home that better complements the age and character of the cabinet. The wood was carefully cleaned and nourished with tung oil, then finished with Renaissance Wax to bring out the richness of the grain while preserving its authentic patina. The marble received the same careful attention. Lastly, for a little whimsy, added removable drawer/cabinet liners.

Dating to approximately 1895–1915, it’s the kind of piece that can begin a second life as a coffee bar, wet bar, bathroom storage, kitchen accent cabinet, or entryway statement piece.

One of my favorite transformations this year.

$695 plus tax.

Available for purchase and local pickup inside Isaac’s Antiques in Mt. Horeb, WI.

05/26/2026

SOLD

Just added — a lovely pair of antique cane chairs with original hand caning, warm aged wood tones, and beautiful carved details. Early 1900s and full of character.

$89 + tax for the pair

Available inside .antiques in Mount Horeb in the Perfect Patina booths.

05/19/2026

It was time to tend to this little basement vendor booth — the original one that launched me into all that I’m doing today. Purging, rethinking displays, how to light this little corner…always a fun mental exercise given all the constraints.

Being diligent and faithful with what’s before me.

Making the present as lovely and beautiful with the resources at hand — little did I know — was developing design muscles that I now lean on daily. In fact, I actually look for and enjoy design problem-solving. Somehow my creative brain runs on all cylinders when there’s some sort of obstacle (space, budget, supplies).

My trick? Figure out the trouble-spots, what can and can’t be changed and then embrace it all. Dream. Do the very best with what you have and create.

This little booth and a home renovation taught me how to fine tune obstacles into opportunities.

As always, DM with questions or if you see something and need shipping. Or, you can find these inside the basement Perfect Patina booth .antiques.

05/18/2026

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Sweet mid-century Sophia “Pas De Deux” ballet interpretation prints in the most feminine restored original frames.

Likely dating 1940s–1960s with original maker’s marks preserved on the back. The original dust covers were too damaged to save, so each piece was carefully taken apart, cleaned, rewaxed, and professionally refreshed with new dust covers and hanging hardware while preserving and reattaching the original labels.

The soft ballet scenes paired with the ornate carved frames are especially beautiful for cottage, romantic traditional, or collected vintage interiors.

$62 each + tax

Available for local pickup inside .antiques in Mount Horeb — just look for the Perfect Patina Gallery vendor booths.

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05/08/2026

Even the smallest of items that complete that perfect project can bring such joy and beauty.

Today I present to you a life-long button collection. How do I know? I sifted through hundreds of buttons to find all the statement singles, pairs and sets.

I’m now definitely thinking twice about tossing my own misc. buttons, or even saving the sweetest set of five buttons from a worn out blouse. I’m sure glad this collector did.

Hunting for the perfect button(s) for your knitting, sewing or crafting project? There is so much to choose from. And be sure to grab some yarn at Sugar River Yarns across the street from Isaac’s Antiques where you can shop buttons in the 2 Perfect Patina vendor booths.

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🧶🧵 Happy Crafting!

- Renata

05/02/2026

There’s something special about getting to know collectors—and then helping their pieces find new homes where they’ll be just as loved.

A fresh collection just arrived from a prolific collector, and the booth is beginning to be filled with some of the smaller, one-of-a-kind finds ready to enjoy.

Local pickup inside Isaac's Antiques in Mount Horeb — open seven days a week.

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05/01/2026

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Freshly refreshed and ready to enjoy — this 1940s–1960s vintage glass top coffee table just received a nourishing coat of tung oil, bringing the wood back to life. Brass claw feet and a clean, versatile profile that works almost anywhere.

36”W x 18”D x 17”H (19” to top of handles)

$148 + tax
Local pickup at the Perfect Patina vendor booth inside Isaac's Antiques in Mount Horeb, WI.

04/23/2026

Round 2 — Booth 2 of 3

Yes, still 25% OFF the lowest marked price.

This one’s all about the details — the pieces that finish a room and make it feel collected.

Take a look… then wait until you see the last booth.

📍 Perfect Patina inside Isaac’s Antiques

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04/17/2026

Just a fun DIY planting video. My sweet friend gifted me ranunculus staters — one of my all time favorite flowers. I’ve been wanting to convert this chamber pot into a planter for a while — but — should I be the one to change its destiny forever?

Yes! Love how she came out!

04/08/2026

Real materials. Real artwork. No projects. No faux.

If your space feels close but not finished — this is the difference.

📍 Find my Perfect Patina collection in the front gallery booth inside Isaac’s Antiques, Mount Horeb — now open 7 days a week.

04/07/2026

SOLD

I fell in love with this very old paper print at first sight. I’m an absolute sucker for a still life and just enjoyed the whimsy in this floral arrangement, the earthy color palette, and just sheer size — I knew it needed to be preserved for future adoration.

And so, I present to you this 35.5”W x 25.5”H mid-century floral still life reset in a custom vintage wood frame with ribbon detail (look up close). Thanks again With the Trees Design for this resize and the best mitered corners.

I’ve added new glass, dust cover and hanging hardware for a bespoke statement piece.

This would be beautiful over a mantel, behind a dining table, or anywhere you want something that feels collected but not busy.

$285 + tax/shipping

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Available for local pickup inside the Perfect Patina gallery booth at Isaac's Antiques

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Isaac’s Antiques — Vendor Inside 132 E Main Street
Mount Horeb, WI
53572

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http://perfectpatina.com/

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