Lucy Jane Antiques

Two Days 'til the Groundhog Sale!

2012-01-31T17:19:00.000-08:00

Oh, Boy! Just two days 'til The Lucketts Store Groundhog Sale! I bought some great new lamps today, a clock that needs new clock hands, a small marble side table or pedestal, and some other odds and ends. I started trying to hunt down the clock hands, but no luck. I might have to order them online, but then they won't get here in time for Groundhog. Hmmmphhh.... I also got a first coat of glossy white paint on a retro-modern headboard and sanded a drawer front for the sink vanity that's already in the shop. I'll have to get in reaalllly early tomorrow to give that a coat of black paint. I'm just a little stressed!

Back from our Buying Road Trip

2009-12-29T14:21:00.000-08:00

Amy and I drove 16 hours on our little road trip. We took Amy's truck and trailer, and the idea was that I would learn to drive on this trip. Wellllll, when I say we had every possible bad weather condition I am not exaggerating! We started out in ice and then moved on to dangerously high winds. Amy was freaking out on the inside, but staying calm for my benefit. She told me later that it was the most difficult weather she had ever driven in! The return trip was no better - slush, ice and driving rain....and then the Pièce de Résistance...a shredded tire! Actually, shredded tire is being a little generous. I really mean we had a rubber band tire. So after un-hitching the trailer, driving to the nearest Pep-Boys for a new tire, waiting for AAA to mount and change the tire...we were on our way again. And then, FOG! Like, the worst fog I have ever seen. This time it was my turn to freak out, but Amy remained cool as a cucumber. We finally made it back alive, and we did get some great stuff. This is not a business for cream-puffs, it's hard, hard, work..back-breaking, nail splitting, budget-busting work....and we love it :)

Cool hide pillows and ottoman.
More hides.
Amy at the hide dealer...her favorite!

I love, love, love the signs in the South. Look at this one from a gas station!

Before-and-After Wine Bar

2009-11-17T14:15:00.000-08:00

Today I have an easy before-and-after project for you. I picked up this wine bar at a thrift store. It was in good shape - just a little boring. So I gave the bottom of it two coats of black enamel paint, and sanded and stained the top a natural color. Voila!

Road trip!

2009-08-14T18:32:00.001-07:00

I went on a buying trip today and got some fantastic stuff. It's been a while since I've been able to find such good prices on awesome antiques. There is nothing like the rush of finding something really cool at an affordable price; that's why I pass on the good buy to my customers - so they can get the rush too! My favorite find was the cigar box with it's picture of a Tampa Hotel complete with palm trees. The inside label was a great color combo of chartreuse and pink. I also picked up an old "Woodstock" typewriter, a Kodak accordian-style camera, upholstered chair, Rye Whisky bottle, and the best-ever Bingo game - everything intact. I will post some pictures tomorrow when I recover!

2009-01-04T16:15:00.000-08:00

Well, those framed maps flew out the door alright - they're all sold. I will be reordering those. The shop was pretty busy again today. We're very grateful for our loyal customers.

We started packing up Christmas today! We really can't stand to look at it for another minute. Christmas starts right after Halloween in retail, so we're been looking at that stuff for a looong time. I've noticed that all the "big box" retailers are putting spring merchandise out already. I may wait a little while longer to stock mine!

2009-01-03T16:13:00.002-08:00

Guess what? I finally posted pictures from the shop! Here they are!

The framed maps are flying out the door!

2009-01-03T16:13:00.001-08:00

Pair of deco nightstands with mirrored tops

2009-01-03T16:12:00.002-08:00

Keyhole plaques, wire baskets, and antique maling pots

2009-01-03T16:12:00.001-08:00

Pink storage bench, vintage needlepoint pillows, and garden orb

2009-01-03T16:11:00.000-08:00

Antique scale - still works!

2009-01-03T16:10:00.002-08:00

Fabulous french settee!

2009-01-03T16:10:00.001-08:00

Marmalade Pots and French Kitchen Clocks

2009-01-03T16:09:00.000-08:00

Garden Finial, Picture Frames, and Books

2009-01-03T16:08:00.000-08:00

Holiday Open House November 7th,8th & 9th

2008-11-02T16:50:00.001-08:00

Wow! We've been working like crazy to get ready for the Holiday Open House which is next weekend, November 7th,8th, & 9th. The shop will be open Friday from 10am-9pm, and 10am-5pm on Saturday and Sunday. We will have cocktails, food, and a bon fire! This should be fun! Hope you all can make it. I will post pictures soon.

My New Blog

2008-09-04T17:42:00.000-07:00

I finally decided to give this blogging thing a try. I discovered that the most difficult part of having a blog may be finding a name. I wanted something clever and catchy... but those were all taken! I settled on Lucy Jane Antiques, which is the name of my antique and home furnishings business. I sell out of the incomparable Lucketts Store in Lucketts, Virginia. This blog will let you know what it's like to be an antique dealer and retailer . I'll also pass along tips for refurbishing those rummaged finds, and keep you updated on our latest treasures! Thanks for stopping by.