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Vintage Headpiece Gets A Makeover

  A couple years ago I came across a vintage, white headpiece while browsing Brimfield. I spotted it, liked the style and color and bought it for $5.       Since then, it has been sitting in a drawer … Continue reading

30. December 2013 by elaine aka bean
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Christmas Presents: Vintage Cameras

My brother (top) with his Kodak Colorburst 100. And my husband (bottom) with his Brownie 8mm movie camera. Both cameras purchased as Christmas gifts at Vavoom in Bisbee.

25. December 2013 by elaine aka bean
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VaVoom: Bisbee, Arizona

We wandered into VaVoom after grabbing lunch one day in Bisbee, Arizona. Little did I know, I would discover every single Christmas gift for my brother in this store. I could spend hours in there. Their selection of old books, … Continue reading

20. December 2013 by elaine aka bean
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DiscoVision Vintage: SoWa Vintage Market

Disco Vision Vintage specializes in old-school video games (Nintendo/Super Nintendo/Sega Genesis/Atari etc), Polaroid cameras, records, vintage clothing and footwear, and general vintage electronica. His selection of leather boots and records is what drew me to his booth, but there are plenty more deals for … Continue reading

02. March 2012 by elaine aka bean
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Gypsy: SoWa Vintage Market

Gypsy was probably my favorite clothing vendor at the SoWa Vintage Market. In my opinion, they had the nicest selection of women’s clothing, shoes and accessories–especially from the decades I tend to gravitate toward. Yesterday, Fall/Winter items were 40% off. … Continue reading

27. February 2012 by elaine aka bean
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SoWa Vintage Market (1 of 4)

There are plenty of amazing finds under $50 at the SoWa Vintage Market! If you haven’t been, I highly recommend you go. It is a great Sunday outing, no matter what the weather!  The indoor market is located in Boston’s South … Continue reading

26. February 2012 by elaine aka bean
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pinecone+chickadee (portland, me)

On a weekend trip to Portland, Maine, I found pinecone+chickadee, a super cool store that sells vintage cameras, housewares, purses and other knick knacks. Their prices were reasonable and their selection was quite interesting…if you are looking for a Polaroid … Continue reading

20. February 2012 by elaine aka bean
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Urban Renewals: Allston/Brighton

Bean Rating I finally made it over to Urban Renewals located here on Brighton Avenue in Allston. Although the store is huge and fairly well organized, I was slightly dissapointed in their selection. Alot of the things for sale are … Continue reading

17. October 2011 by elaine aka bean
Categories: Bean Rating, Clothing, Daily Posts, Featured Stores, Housewares, Vinyl in Boston, Weekday Outing, Weekend Outing | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Dispatches from Brimfield: Linens and Photos

I just added the final two posts from my experience a couple weeks ago in Brimfield. Check out the posts featuring unique linens and black and white photographs under the Special Features tab (above)

25. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Dispatches from Brimfield: Faded Frocks

Check out the Special Features tab (above) to see photos and learn more about Faded Frocks, a booth at Brimfield and online Etsy store.

18. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
Categories: Clothing, Daily Posts, Featured Stores, Flea Market, Style Flashback, Weekday Outing, Weekend Outing, Yard Sales | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Dispatches from Brimfield: Antique Christmas Decorations

Claudette May had an interesting selection of vintage Christmas decorations. I really love these old items; mainly because my grandmother’s house was always full of them during Christmas. Check out the photos under the Special Features tab.

17. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
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New Photos From Brimfield

I just posted photos from two booths at Brimfield Antique Market (last weekend) on the SPECIAL FEATURES tab (above). I will be writing/posting more tomorrow with stories from the vendors. I met alot of great people and am excited to … Continue reading

15. September 2011 by elaine aka bean
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