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Collectors at Heart | Vintage Silver
We think the secret to creating a good collection is in not just amassing something in volume, but in collecting individual pieces you appreciate for their unique qualities. Often we'll find one of the shop girls going through each christening cup in a large bin, admiring back stamps and monograms.
Photo Essay I Brass Candlesticks
Brass candle sticks are timeless pieces, that can be passed down through generations. They are the perfect accent in any room, whether they are holding a burning candle or just simply sitting there looking pretty. You can't go wrong. Take a scroll through this photo collection, and see for yourself.
The History of the Mullca 510 School Chair
The invention of the Mullca 510 School Chair was all about practicality.
The History of Brass
Brass is a metal composed of both copper and zinc. The ratio of each of these metals to each other determines the shade of the brass, as it varies from a dark reddish-brown colour to a white-silvery yellow.
Origin of the Champagne Flute
Champagne flutes were first introduced in the 1950's. The skinny, tapered shape of the glasses were thought to prevent spillage and to preserve the bubbles longer than the alternative, champagne coupes.
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Welcome to the Elsie Green Podcast where our host Andie and her guests discuss design, travel, fashion, beauty and other beautiful things in life.
