Easter Accents for your Home

Easter Sunday is only 3 weeks away! The time for accessorizing your living spaces has arrived. Luckily, Reba has plenty of accessories to choose from that will make your home look festive for your guests. These Bunny figurines will look cute on your dining table or entry table
this year. If you need a new dining table she also has several nice ones to choose from either small and cozy or large enough for a house full of guests. These two are just a small sample of the available choices.

But the fun doesn’t stop there. Your guests will need other serving pieces to remind them that spring has officially arrived. What about these colorful Martini Glasses? Wouldn’t they look great with a before dinner
cocktail? And who doesn’t want an after dinner cup of coffee in one of these colorful mugs? Any of the three serving trays shown can do double duty for serving both the Martinis and the coffee!
It’s going to be a great Easter and a great spring this year! Stop by Estates Etcetera and see what we have new today!

How to Identify Quality Furniture

Many times I am asked what my secret is to identifying high-quality furniture for consignment.  That is a great question for adult children of seniors who are leaving their homes and need to downsize.  Many times the answer lies in identifying the manufacturer of the pieces.  Some manufacturers have a reputation for excellence in every item they produce.  Among those manufacturers are Henredon, Drexel, Century, Heritage, Maitland Smith, Ethan Allen and Baker.  Their pieces tend to not be mass produced, made with real wood and featuring handmade tongue and groove construction, 8-way tied upholstery and quality finishes.

If you have pieces without those labels, they may still be quality furniture.  Look closely at the composition of the piece.  Is it made of real wooden planks or fiberboard?  In the case of a bookshelf, is it sturdy and capable of holding heavy books without bending?  Are the pieces warped or damaged by water?  Try polishing the furniture to see if there are any water spots noticeable.  Is any of the paint or finish flaking off? 

For antique pieces, it is generally a good idea to not re-finish them.  The piece is usually more valuable without alteration from the original design in any way.  If the finish is obviously damaged, it can be stripped and restored to a better finish.  Aged shellac can be stripped off easily with denatured alcohol, to restore the original finish to its authentic state.  Always test an inconspicuous area first.  If the finish liquefies, it is shellac and you can use the denatured alcohol on the entire piece.  You should always consult a professional before painting or re-staining any antiques.

Estates Etcetera is always looking for high-quality gently used furniture for consignment.  To have your parents or loved ones possessions evaluated, give Reba a call today!

Prepare Now for Easter

If you have guests coming to your house for Easter this year, It’s not to early to put a plan into action. Maybe you need a table for a formal dinner this year. This table shown features additional leaves and chairs to accommodate up to 8 guests comfortably. The wood finish on both tables and chairs is in a ‘like-new’ condition. Entertain your guests for years to come in timeless upscale furnishing by Reba Justice.

 

 
Add to the festivities with one of a kind accessories found at Estates Etcetera. These examples would look lovely on a sideboard or entry table. The unique bunny could also do double duty as a centerpiece. Don’t neglect your home this year, brighten it with exquisite furnishings. Act by March 15th for the 25% off special as well and remember, Reba is always in the market for gently used upscale furnishings. The savings are passed on to her customers here at Estates Etcetera where you can purchase fine furnishings at a fraction of their retail price tag.