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The Dancing Chihuahua, Seymour CT

December 9, 2015December 1, 2015 K Porter

This store was recommended to me by the proprietor of another consignment store (always a good sign). I had a chuckle about the name, and thought to myself ‘well, that’s something you don’t hear every day’ and off we went … Continue reading The Dancing Chihuahua, Seymour CT

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Savvy Swap Consignment – Portland CT

August 20, 2015August 20, 2015 K Porter

Very nicely laid out store with lots of choice, it’s always a joy to visit Savvy Swap and chat to Kerianne, the owner. She sells women’s and children’s clothes, shoes, jewelry and accessories as well as a selection of homewares, furniture and home … Continue reading Savvy Swap Consignment – Portland CT

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Three Graces Vintage – Stafford Springs, CT

July 30, 2015 K Porter

I happened by Three Graces completely by accident on a cold, grey day back in March.  A friend and I were at a furniture store up the road and it was pretty crowded so I figured I’d take a walk.  A … Continue reading Three Graces Vintage – Stafford Springs, CT

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The Book Cove & Pawling Antiques, Pawling NY

July 27, 2015July 26, 2015 K Porter

I’ve been writing this blog for a little while now and I’ve noticed a trend.  There are a growing number of book stores that sell both used and new books and I think this is brilliant.  I don’t often buy new books … Continue reading The Book Cove & Pawling Antiques, Pawling NY

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Patti’s Treasures & Antiques, South Windsor CT

June 23, 2015June 23, 2015 K Porter

Patti’s has lots and lots and lots of beautiful costume jewelry. All colors, all shapes of sparkles everywhere you look. You’ll also see crockery, prints, mirrors and ornaments. My first instinct was to stand in one place and turn around slowly, … Continue reading Patti’s Treasures & Antiques, South Windsor CT

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Housing Works Thrift Stores, New York, NY

June 21, 2015 K Porter

Not strictly speaking in New England but, fitting the bill on all other levels, the Housing Works thrift stores in Manhattan are everything you could wish for in a thrift shopping experience.  Great pieces at prices so cheap you can’t … Continue reading Housing Works Thrift Stores, New York, NY

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