Vintage Market Mall & Salvage, LLC

09/05/2022

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08/08/2022

Wow! This piece is Beautiful!

The beauty I have for you tonight is such a unique piece and comes with a good story!!

Our friend’s brother passed away and he gave us his furniture set that had also belonged to their parents. He just asked that we sent him a picture of the finished piece ♥️.

A few weeks ago I pulled it out and cleaned it up with restore a finish. It had some scratches but they cleaned right up. I find that MCM pieces sell better as wood especially if they are in good condition.

I decided to list it on FB marketplace and was immediately messaged by 30+ people who were interested. A few people were MCM collectors and gave me a wealth of information on what I had and what it was worth.

Turns out this is a Broyhill Brasilia which is one of the most highly sought after dressers by MCM collectors!! I didn’t know this, and quite honestly it was a surprise to me. The man who purchased it rented Uhaul and drove a couple hours to pick it up. He was kind enough to share the history of it with me. Here is the short version from Google:

Broyhill Brasilia furniture debuted at the Seattle World's Fair in 1962. The signature lines and waves of Brasilia furniture were inspired by the distinct architecture of the city of Brasilia (capital of Brazil). Anyone who's a mid-century furniture fan has probably seen and drooled over the Brasilia line.

It was so fun to meet a collector! This picture actually photographed darker than it is in person. When he picked it up he said he was so happy it photographed darker because many buyers passed on it because it isn’t the “right” MCM shade (due to using restore a finish). He thought he was going to have to sand and refinish it which he was happy to do just to get ahold of this piece.

So here’s the coolest part and if you’re still with me you’ll love this. While cleaning this piece the only thing I found in it was a wedding program from the wedding 💒 of our friends that gave us the dresser set!! His brother had saved it all those years! How cool is that for a connection.

I learned so much about MCM furniture after listing this. I’ll definitely be looking for more when I’m sourcing furniture. I also still have the gentleman’s chest that goes with this piece in my shop. I’m using it as storage for my paint supplies and honestly just love having a collectors item in my workspace.

So if you have an MCM piece of furniture in your inventory google image search it because you never know what you may have! Although I’m really happy with how this played out for me because meeting and talking to MCM collectors was such a joy!! - ♥️ Leah, A furniture nerd 🤓

07/24/2022

Here are the floors I mentioned from Bundy Shabby Shack. They were my inspiration, as I’ve been swooning over these for months 💙 Aren’t they just FABULOUS?!

****edit 7/22 Here is updated floor info, but I encourage you to go follow her page and give her some love ❤️ thanks, Michelle

FLOORS FABULOUS FLOORS

Ok so I have had alot of people asking me about how I have done my floors, I sanded the floor boards then used diy cc white chalk paint 2 coats then decopaged with decorative napkins then sanded and distressed then 3 coats of water based clear sealer... was a big job but looks amazing and is holding up very well, im always shoving furniture around on it 😜 *any good wood glue i used boncrete for the decoupage, u can go on Google and watch utubes on how to decoupage with napkins
*and any clear water based varnish for sealing i used Bonnells monocel
*and u can google how to make your own chalk paint their are a few different methods i use the calcium carbonate method or u can just buy ready made chalk paint from your hardware store or any paint suplier
*and napkins can be bought at any cheapie stores like King sales.. silly sollies..or kmart.. spotlight.. gift shops etc
Hope this helps y'all oh and I am located in Bundaberg QLD Australia 😊

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05/06/2022

My Story with Chairs

My Story with Chairs

01/29/2022

Omg this is so Beautiful!

01/26/2022

Great idea!

Turn old chandelier parts into an awesome wall hanging plant holder!

(Pinterest-Joyce LaMont uploaded)

01/23/2022

Photos from MiaCoco Studios's post

01/15/2022

01/14/2022

If your looking for a special furniture piece checkout MiaCoco she’s local!

01/07/2022

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01/06/2022

One of my favorite Amy Howard finishes if you haven’t tried these products you should. She also has classes online that you can sign up for. In this New Year try something new!

01/01/2022

Wow!!’ A dream come true!❤️

01/01/2022

What a cute tiny home!!

01/01/2022

This is amazing!

01/01/2022

Another outstanding transformation!❤️Beautiful!

01/01/2022

What a transformation!a lot of love and hard work went into this makeover!Checkout the Dumpster Diva Designs and follow her unique designs!

12/25/2021

This has to make you smile😊

12/16/2021

2021 CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR PART 4: MASTER BEDROOM

2021 CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR PART 4: MASTER BEDROOM

Mohawk Holiday Home Tour 2021 || Bedroom Christmas Decorations || Mohawk Home Button Fleur Rug

12/11/2021

Don’t be afraid to use Transfers these rub on decals are fabulous. You can find this one I used from I.O.D. They have beautiful transfers. This bakers rack I’ve had since the 90’s and it was long over due for a make over.

12/09/2021

Don’t forget you can paint your leather! The process: I cleaned it with white lightning ,rinsed and painted two coats of Dixie belle silk paint . It’s fabulous and easy to do and takes about 3 hours😊

11/05/2021

Check out this beautiful writing g table. If your interested contact MiaCoco Studios.❤️

08/20/2021

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How much fun is this? Long term planning for pairing fabrics with wood chair finishes gets me so jazzed. Want to learn how to match up fabrics with your own mineralized paint finishes that you can mix and make yourself? It’s all a part of our hands on “Beginner Upholstery Classes”. Inquire about September’s two 3-day workshops and October’s schedule, too!

07/31/2021

Timeline photos

Okay, I'm going to let you in on a secret! My Ugly Chair Challenge is back! Last January, I held a FB challenge that taught how to get an amazing design on a chair that would take it from uuugly to beautiful. Each day for 5 days I showed up and taught a lesson on design. I shared how I find my best antique chairs, how to pick fabric, my tips for painting chairs, and getting the right overall design. Everyone got freebie downloads every day of the challenge. And most importantly, we were all super inspired. It was a HUGE hit and so much fun to be around constant positivity all the time. (That's one requirement for being in my audience...and it's contagious in a very good way!) It's only $10! At the very end of the challenge, I share about my DIY Upholstery course for those who want to join...it's opening soon! This challenge starts on August 11 and runs for 5 days. The doors open today, so get your tickets now! And tag a friend so they can do this with you...did I say it's so much fun? 🙂 Here the link to join! https://chairwhimsy.com/ugly-chair-challenge/

07/19/2021

Monday is a great day for a color change! There are plenty of new arrivals at all FOUR locations to shop and save:
📍McGregor: 15271 McGregor Blvd. 33908
📍Bonita Springs: 9080 Bonita B*h Rd. 34135
📍NFM: 31 Willis Rd. 33917
📍SFM: 16133 S. Tamiami Trail 33908
All stores open Monday-Saturday | 10am-5pm

07/19/2021

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www.thehappythriftershopper.com

07/10/2021

07/04/2021

Happy 4th of July!

Here we are again...it's the 4th of July here in the states. I"m a huge fan of fireworks, but probably won't see any this year. Are you?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

06/26/2021

All in a day’s work

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06/25/2021

If your in downtown Fort Myers today stop by the Ivy Cottage Antiques and Treasures. I was there yesterday and just about everything is 50%off!!! Found some fabulous treasures and the owner is awesome!

06/25/2021

06/21/2021

Yum! Checkout this new ice cream store in North Fort Myers!

Everyone really is enjoying the bubble waffles!
We’re glad we added them to the store menu 🙂

5781 Bayshore Rd
N Fort Myers, FL 33917

06/07/2021

HGTV Smart Home 2021 - Enter Now!

HGTV Smart Home 2021 - Enter Now!

Enter daily, once on HGTV.com and once on Discovery.com, for your chance to win HGTV® Smart Home 2021 located in Naples, Florida.

06/07/2021

Checkout this new ice cream shop in North Fort Myers. June 13th!

06/06/2021

Photos from The Farm House Sarasota's post

05/31/2021

Timeline photos

Exactly 17 years ago today, on Memorial Day, my dad passed away. He was my biggest cheerleader. I always think of him on Memorial Day, how old he would be if he were still alive, and what he would think about my chair business. He was driven, like I am. I may not have him physically here anymore, but I do have memories of him. I laugh every time Willie Nelson's song, "If you've got the money honey, I've got the time" comes on. He loved that song. I think I'll be playing that one today. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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