Memories of Memorial Days past and future Fourth of Julys. Sparklers, barbeque, family and backyards. The games were classic: Badminton, Croquet, Horseshoes, Bocci ball and…. Jarts! My brother reminded me over the holiday weekend. Remember no cable or cell phones? Hell, this was probably just pre-Atari; we had to be bored.
How Antique Values are Determined
Antique Values How much is this worth? This question is often asked, then answered. Antique values and vintage values can vary greatly. Items don’t generally have set prices. You can’t order them from a catalog where there’s a choice of different size or color. You can’t purchase them in
2021 Vintage Garage Review
We’re Back July 18!!
It’s been a long break. Life feels a little different BUT we’re excited to see you July 18th in Evanston with the freshest and best vintage you’ll find. I think we’re all going to appreciate it a little more 🙂
Looks Like We’ll See You in August!
Hi ! It’s been a LOOOOOONG 2020 so far. I hope you and your families are safe and healthy. Jim, me and the kids has been hunkered down like everyone else since the first week in March. Even at that point, I thought there’d be NO WAY we wouldn’t have
The Secret to Competition in Vintage
Read, Shop or no Shop and The Least you Need to Sell Vintage If you sell vintage, or want to become a dealer someday, you are welcome to fill out the Vintage Dealer survey. There is a lot of competition in the vintage industry. No doubt. Any niche market you decide to get
Matt Goes for Mid century Modern Furniture
Matt Goes for Mid Century Modern Furniture To celebrate the 5th season of Vintage Garage Chicago, we gave away $250 “Garage Bucks” to spend at the April season opener. Chicago designer Kevin Grace (HGTV, “Steve Harvey” show) was on hand to help our winner spend his bucks on mid century modern
What Constitutes Vintage? Vintage vs. Antique Defined
You’ve heard of the Antiques Roadshow. Objects come from basements and attics across America and are worth hundreds, thousands or even more. Or a magical object they’ve purchased for $5 at a garage sale is worth hundreds of dollars. Everyone gets rich! But, unfortunately, that’s not how it really works, but
What is the Definition of Vintage Clothing?
What is the true definition of vintage clothing? Vintage fashion is hot. Vintage style, retro style? That may not be authentic vintage. It may be brand new intended to have a vintage look. What makes it authentic vintage clothing? The age of the piece needs to be from 1993 or prior to be considered
Vintage Garage Chicago makes it’s TV Debut
Vintage Chicago Flea Market Seeing Vintage Garage Chicago in a news spot always seems unreal. It’s humbling. I can’t believe our little vintage market is on the local news and in Chicago no less! When WGN asks us to be a part of a local tv pilot, a real