~L KELLS ANTIQUES~

Just The Thing shop space

2012-02-05T18:59:00.001-05:00

Table & pitcher & bowl both sold

Here's a few pics of my space at Just The Thing! in down town Dover NH

Painted Pieces (oops two sold already!)

2012-02-05T09:16:00.001-05:00

These vintage pieces of furniture each needed a little help, it was time for a make over!
They will be available for sale at JUST THE THING! this week so come on over and check them out!

***SOLD***

My shop at DOMAIN Route 4 Northwood NH

2012-02-05T08:50:00.000-05:00

I am still filling my room at DOMAIN. There's something for everyone...rusty stuff and country primitives, lots of pretties, vintage clothing, linens and textiles, cute vintage children's items, a church pew, several tables, cabinet, bureau, and a couple stools. A great old chippy Christian door, as well as some shutters.

some more vintage pieces waiting for make overs

2012-02-01T21:22:00.000-05:00

I got this nice tiered end table and this fabulous 2 drawer chest yesterday.
Today at the antiques flea market I got this beautifully detailed 1920s one drawer stand.
All will be painted tomorrow.

2 piece painted hutch

2012-01-31T19:15:00.000-05:00

She was dark, damaged, warped, now she is in the pink!

Here's the top piece.

And the bottom piece, broken and warped door.

The back was replaced, lined with floral and script design wall covering. The door couldn't be saved so she got a pretty shabby skirt instead.

My shop at DOMAIN

2012-01-27T17:49:00.000-05:00

The room is coming together at Domain. Here's a few pics I took the other day after a redo.

I painted a desk today

2012-01-23T17:17:00.000-05:00

I pondered what to do with this desk for days. The drop front panel was veneer & had issues on both sides. I really wanted to keep the closed front. I had an idea I could strip &/or sand down the damaged veneer then adhere a piece of embossed wall covering. (heavy and paintable, looks like tin tiles) But...it didn't turn out that way.

I had a can of RittenHouse Blue historical paint, which was looking a gray slate blue/green & this piece of furniture said "no way, looks too close to avocado to me!"
So now she is open and showing off her cubbies, shabbily pretty, all painted up in French County Blue, edges sanded & waxed all over. Just waiting on some glass knobs which I plan to get tomorrow.

Still trying to fill 'er up!

2012-01-20T20:51:00.000-05:00

I brought some more items into my shop at Domain Gallery In Northwood NH.
It is such a great room and I will eventually get it tweaked and filled up and looking cozy and inviting. I hope!

Antique Rush Seat Chair, Child Size, $26

Shabby Step Stool with Flip Up Seat. $24

Painted Maple Table (dated 1959) $49, Primitive Wooden Cubbie $32, Old Red Shutter $30, Shutter with Tulip Cut Out $26, Distressed 3 Drawer Dresser $125

Antique Oak Church Pew $175 Vintage Cowhide Suitcase $30

Just in...

2012-01-17T15:03:00.000-05:00

Few items to maybe help you get into the Valentine mood:

Sweet little old pedestal table in a pink glaze $32

Many pretties that some one might luv for Valentine's Day. Fringed rose scarf $6. Table $32 Crystal rose vase $18

Bristol vase $28

Drop leaf pine table with stenciling along edge $79

tomorrow is moving day

2012-01-09T13:47:00.000-05:00

I am very happy to say I will be moving into my own room at DOMAIN Gallery up in Northwood NH.
This has made for a crazy busy & exciting couple of days. Usually when I am looking for a shop space I have it planned, with lots of inventory on hand. But this was an offer I couldn't refuse.
The room is cozy & welcoming. I will get some pics tomorrow after I get it set up for the Blog & L Kells Antiques FaceBook page.
I hope you will stop by when you are in the area and check us out!
www.domainconsignmentgallery.com

Domain Consignment Gallery & Shops
Route 4
Northwood NH
603 942 5561

China Cabinet on sale $169

2012-01-04T14:15:00.000-05:00

1915 Tool Chest SOLD*

2011-12-30T16:38:00.001-05:00

Merry Christmas From Tzu Tzu, Ziggy & Zoe!

2011-12-20T13:26:00.001-05:00

The hired help!

Christmas is just days away, are you ready?

2011-12-17T07:56:00.000-05:00

China Cabinet $229 Side Board is SOLD

2011-12-01T21:00:00.001-05:00

Red Commode SOLD

2011-11-18T20:47:00.000-05:00

I got this red commode and a red table together at an auction. I wanted to bring them in the shop at the same time but didn't have room. Table sold last week so I brought the commode in the other day and it sold already. Maybe Santa bought them for Mrs Claus? They had a nice holiday look to them!

Shop Space for November

2011-11-14T19:15:00.001-05:00

Both pieces have SOLD!

Welcome Snowmen print is SOLD

Bloomers $28

2011-10-14T12:16:00.000-04:00

Going in the shop today...a pair of ladies' Victorian era bloomers. Lace is very pretty but age makes the fabric fragile. One area on a seam needs to be stitched up. Slight discoloration. You could wear them for Halloween or *dress up* but I would suggest they are for display only.

Vintage Stuff!

2011-10-13T16:38:00.002-04:00

Some items available in my shop space at JUST THE THING! Dover NH

Nice little red table/stand. **SOLD*** It will be cute for holiday decor! Just $39

Various doll clothes, $4-8 *SOLD*

Great little sage green cabinet, two doors, two shelves Only $59 *SOLD*

Pretty crocheted square table topper or coverlet Just $29
Pair of Aqua Chairs *SOLD*

Fall in down town Dover NH

2011-10-03T15:54:00.000-04:00

How lucky are we to have this beautiful court yard and Fall flowers to greet us on Central Avenue in Dover NH
Stop by Just The Thing! and see what we have to help you feather your nest this Fall.

BONJOUR!

2011-10-03T15:48:00.001-04:00

Bonjour print $10 *SOLD*
Vintage look post card prints $22 each
Pair of sweet fold up wooden chairs in aqua $49 pair *SOLD*
French style bureau $99
Chic round metal stand $24 *SOLD*

Shop Space

2011-09-28T20:27:00.003-04:00

We are gearing up for Fall at Just The Thing! & have many items specially priced for Apple Harvest Day weekend in down town Dover NH.
Here's a few pics from my space:

Wrought iron scrolly fireplace screen $59

*SOLD* Heavy Metal~ vintage green wall hung sorting shelf $42

Old rusty chippy metal industrial stand $44

APPLE HARVEST DAY

2011-09-28T20:17:00.000-04:00

Saturday October 1st is APPLE HARVEST DAY in Dover NH. Down town, Central Ave, and through to Henry Law Park will be closed off to traffic & filled with food, vendors, games, music, and so much more...even an apple pie contest!
JUST THE THING! will be open. So please stop by.

Mirror

2011-09-09T08:07:00.000-04:00

This heavy antique mirror is done in a yummy blue $80

Sweet Bureau $99

2011-09-08T07:35:00.000-04:00

This bureau would be perfect for a shabby chic or Paris chic bedroom. Big girl or little girl! It is such a good size it would work well in a bath or hallway too.
It's in the shop waiting to go to a new home!

September 1st

2011-09-01T14:35:00.000-04:00

Wow, how did it get to be the first day of September??!!
We have been blessed by Mother Nature the last few days. She has given us gorgeous weather here in New Hampshire. Is she trying to make up for sending IRENE for a visit? (who was not a welcome guest)

I was in the shop today (Just The Thing! Dover NH) and met a lovely young lady who took the drive over because she reads this Blog and wanted to check out the store. HI MICHELLE!
I love it when I get to meet some one who *knows* me from my Blog or my L Kells Antiques FaceBook page.

A few things went out of the shop this week. This chunky country cabinet and the sweet vintage telephone stand went to new homes. Thanks!

2011-08-21T17:53:00.002-04:00

Shop Space Today

2011-08-21T17:25:00.001-04:00

Rooster Lamp flew out the door!

Sweet telephone table went to a new home.

Child's Cloak, *SOLD*

*SOLD*

Before/After

2011-08-19T09:41:00.000-04:00

Boring little vintage telephone table

I don't know about you but the transformation of even a basic small furniture piece with a coat of paint still amazes me. I love quick re-dos like this. That's why I keep my paint brush and sponge in a belt holster around my waist at all times! (ok not really)

Auction Finds

2011-08-19T09:29:00.001-04:00

I got a few sweet old items and small pieces of furniture (to repaint) at the auction the other day.

Aren't these old cat prints adorable.

I keep my dogs' toys in old baskets so soon as I put this down Tzu Tzu was looking to see if there were toys in it.

Nice mirror. This old heavy ornate frame will be painted creamy white. (of course)

This is a decent old wooden chest. The person who made &/or built it has his name and the date, 1915, written inside. From Hamilton Mass.

Vintage RansBurg canister set, bread box and match box holder.

Where does the time go?

2011-08-19T09:16:00.000-04:00

Where do the days go?
I did get to a good auction the other day. Love the big all day ones under the tents. And love the walk around at the end of the day to get the awesome table and box lot deals!
Here's some pics of a few *pretties* from that recent auction.

Shop Space JUST THE THING! Dover NH

2011-08-01T20:30:00.000-04:00

movin'

2011-08-01T20:12:00.000-04:00

I haven't been posting here as often as I should be. Seems I am doing more on my FaceBook page.
(tsk tsk)
Plus we moved! It was totally unplanned, disorganized, rushed and stressful but it's been fun too. Long story but we have been living in an addition we had built onto our main house 6 years ago. It was a nice small but open space, had a good shabby country cottage style but there was one big drawback, NO KITCHEN! There was of course a kitchen (my former kitchen) a few steps away in the main house, and it was planned to be shared...but that didn't really work out.
So now I am back in the house we had built in 88. Phew. And to confuse you more, we have moved 4 times in the last 37 years of living in this town and never left this street!

Fabulous Old Mirror $88 *

2011-07-16T16:05:00.001-04:00

SOLD*This is a big old heavy beveled edge mirror, with pretty rose embellishments around the frame.
It is painted in a creamy white. It has really nice details!
The wire hanger is set so that it hangs horizontally, for over a sofa or buffet, but it would be great hanging vertically as a dressing mirror.
The size is 25" x 45". $88
It will be in the shop next week.
LOL and it's already gone to a new home! SOLD

Aqua magazine rack/book stand $33

2011-07-16T15:56:00.000-04:00

Sweet old side table with magazine/book holder.
Soft aqua paint color.
A useful touch of Shabby Country Cottage style.

SOLD*Lovely Antique Child's Wool Coat

2011-07-08T08:07:00.001-04:00

with a beautiful attached cape all edged in lace.
$42

Just The Thing!

2011-07-03T21:02:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to the best shop in DOVER NH! ~~~
Just the Thing!
Celebrating 15 years in the business!

AQUA!

2011-06-27T20:56:00.000-04:00

Ok so I have had this love/hate relationship with the color aqua for home decor and painted furniture. Absolutely love it, I am drawn to almost any piece I see in magazines, in shops and shows. Be it beachy or country, more on the blue hue or closer to a shade of green, I gravitate towards it. New fresh paint or old and chippy, the color catches my eye.

BUT!! That said...for some reason I have never really had that color in my home decor.
Oh yes I did the 80s country blue, and the 90s South West contemporary pastel blue. (and I wear lots of aqua clothing and turqouise jewelry and have those colors in my tattoos).
But since I have been buying/selling and decorating with antiques and old pieces, vintage and painted furniture I just haven't been able to get those aquas to work in my home. (sage was the preferred basic for many years)
Anyway, I finally gave in to it.
I have lots of tweaking to do, still need to get another color, like seafoam, to do some pieces. Try to get a few hues going.

And of course now I will have a mission to search out anything aqua when I go treasure hunting!

Flip Top Storage Bench

2011-06-25T15:14:00.000-04:00

Pics of an old dark storage bench painted in a creamy Malted Milk, and sanded just a bit.
Great for winter hats and gloves, and a good spot to sit down on to lace up the boots.
Also would be handy near the door for dog leashes, play toys and balls, and of course doggie clothing.
I think this is another piece that must have a story.
My guess is Mama had a specific spot picked out for this bench. Maybe under a window, in a hall way or mud room. But it appears there may have been some heat register down low on the wall. Which meant Papa had to modify the basic construction. So in his building of this bench he worked out a way to have it flush against the wall without interfering with whatever was there? Must have made Mama happy! Good old Yankee ingenuity. (see interior pic)

Shop Space

2011-06-23T16:40:00.000-04:00

squeezing in all I can into the new smaller shop space

Cute country chair

2011-06-18T21:44:00.000-04:00

This is such a cute high chair, youth chair, tall stool...? It isn't adult size so must have been for a child.
It has decent patina on it too, just needs to be oiled &/or waxed. Which means as much as I want to paint it I won't!
I got it at the auction the other night. Actually at the *junk* auction in the back corner before the real auction.
It would look good with a plant on it, or any kind of country cottage vignette, don't ya think?

busy day

2011-06-18T17:55:00.000-04:00

I painted a book case I got at a yard sale today, basic white. Did the usual sanding to shab it up a bit.
Then used my new fav paint color Malted Milk by Valspar on an old mirror. Also did some sanding and waxing on a couple other things I recently painted.
We had a sudden down pour (only on our road) but luckily everything was done and mostly inside.

Table

2011-06-17T18:03:00.000-04:00

I went to an auction last night...got a few things. Which means I will be painting!

I want to do this occasional table in Valspar Malted Milk. The color is soo creamy, yummy, oh wait, maybe I am influenced by the color name?!

It does have some nice detail, which should show up a lot better when painted.

June...

2011-06-02T18:13:00.000-04:00

This morning I went to a monthly antiques market called Sage Farm. One dealer had a wonderful whimsical display of vintage children's beach toys. (well yes the kids who played with them would be vintage by now too!)
The metal pails and shovels bring back so many memories. There was a pair of sweet little *flippers* and up on the wall I saw the cutest smallest blow up swim ring.
I should have taken a pic when I first got there because by the time I went back around for a second peek, many items were already scooped up!

Waiting...

2011-05-29T08:51:00.000-04:00

...for a dry sunny day to paint this sideboard and china cabinet.

....maybe an ivory or cream with the drawers and/or accents done in a soft sage or aqua? Scuffed to a worn shabby style.

Campy!

2011-05-27T20:36:00.001-04:00

How perfect is this for your camp, cabin or porch?

Wooden slatted red canvas fold up chair $30
Vintage 50s Pendleton wool camp blanket $20 (as found) *SOLD*

NICE LEGS!

2011-05-19T16:09:00.000-04:00

Nice legs (and ball and claw feet) on this sweet cottage-y upholstered floral bench.
Perfect size for a hallway, at the foot of a bed or under a window.
19"x42" 18" in height
$89 at Just the Thing!

Bench Redo

2011-05-15T08:18:00.000-04:00

Painting...

2011-05-14T12:09:00.000-04:00

We are still waiting for some lovely warm May temps here in NH.
I did find time on a day last week to use my little Wagner paint sprayer. I love to make messes, like spray paint the air hose and have pink toe nail polish covered in tiny white paint dots. It was fun. (not as much fun as a paint ball gun)

I have a couple pieces I would like to do today but don't know if I want to risk doing all that set up and then get rained on. While it's not suppose to rain til later, it sure is a solid gray sky.

Always nice to have a son snap a pic when ya don't know it...specially dressed in old baggy painting clothes!

Garden Statuary Display at Brimfield Antiques Show

2011-05-12T12:27:00.000-04:00

This area is always such a lovely spot. After all the crowds, mud and traffic it is wonderful to browse this *booth* for a few minutes.

Some pics from the BRIMFIELD ANTIQUES SHOW

2011-05-12T12:00:00.000-04:00

Too much stuff, too many booths, too much eye candy....soooo little time!
We walked all day, just took 20 minutes to sit in the car for a snack and still couldn't get to all the fields.
Two hadn't opened yet and one charged to get in for opening day so we thought we'd have enough time to get to all the others but sadly, noo...
But it's a fun time and there's so many photo ops.

Stone(d) Mushrooms?

All the funky metal brightly colored animals were great, but the goats were my favorite.

Not every one can claim to have a huge ball of barbed wire.

Ok these dolls were so bizarre, clever and creepy I couldn't take my eyes off them.
What a cracker this one is!

I am not going to even go there with the lard *ss comments.

Children's letter blocks on a bright blue child's chair, as I found them. No really.

This could give a person nightmares...

Being a Shih Tzu lover this was one of many garden statues that caught my eye.

Old Crosley wagon

Can I buy a vowel?

Put a spring in your step, or seat...

What a deal! $70

2011-05-06T16:52:00.000-04:00

What a steal, actually!!!!
Sweet little piece for what ever you need it to be!
Sure would make a nice hall table.
But then I think it would be a fabulous vanity if you added a mirror.
Yet I see it as the perfect size desk to place that laptop on.
And it sure would look nice under a window with a lamp and a plant on it!

New Space at JTT!

2011-04-27T20:24:00.001-04:00

I moved into a new space at the shop today and think it is going to be *just the thing*. (wink wink)

(Black bench is sold, floral wall hanging plaque and vintage magazine rack are sold also)

...some recent auction finds...

2011-04-25T21:13:00.000-04:00

SOLD Vintage Sewing Cabinet

2011-04-24T14:23:00.001-04:00

This little cutie got a shabby paint job today and will be going into the shop next week.

All shabbied up for Spring!

The *before* pic

I have always thought the push in spool holder drawer on these cabinets was so clever.

(doesn't take much to amuse me)

Auction Finds

2011-04-20T22:10:00.000-04:00

I went pickin' in a barn today....no treasures to be found.

But then we headed up to an all day auction under the tents.
It's always a good time with lots of good stuff!
Though we froze our butts off.

I felt I got a good variety of things. A small vintage sewing stand, an upholstered cricket stool and an old wooden magazine rack were the only pieces of *furniture* I got. I need to downsize! The stand and rack will both be painted.

Scored a great old wooden egg box too!

I got a set of white swirl FireKing mixing/nesting bowls which will probably find their way to the shelf of my Hoosier style cabinet.
But the Holland made blue and white wall hung coffee grinder will be going into the shop, along with a nice old covered picnic basket, a 1950s Pendleton camp blanket, a shabby old quilt and a dark blue woven coverlet.
Also have an assortment of colorful tins. As well as a few other odds n ends.

Hopefully I'll get pics posted tomorrow!

There's usually something to be found for everyone!

2011-04-07T15:45:00.000-04:00

Here's a few items that just went into the shop

2011-04-07T15:36:00.000-04:00

Too Cute, child sized wash stand $54

Shabbilicious pair of vintage rose lamps $50

How pretty is this?

Very different look, winged ramhead lamps

Spring! is on the way?!

2011-03-23T15:09:00.000-04:00

Many of us got more snow yesterday and I hear more is on the way....
but SPRING is on the way too!
It's time to freshen up and bring some new color into the house.

Old wooden divided tray/tote in aqua paint 12x22 $30

CUTE little aqua wheelbarrow $29

Today's Find

2011-03-19T13:25:00.001-04:00

Today's Find:
A set of four 1900 bird prints, framed in twigs. How sweet is that?!
I picked these up at Olde Towne Hall Antiques, a group shop in Stratham NH.

I love them! They are already on my wall!

Love this Aqua (so much prettier than the snow & mud combo that surrounds me!)

2011-03-16T17:21:00.001-04:00

*SOLD* Cute small wheelbarrow for your shabby garden or to decorate your porch.
Size is about 33" long, 12" wide & about 15" high.

Old Wooden Tray/Caddy

2011-03-16T14:39:00.000-04:00

This is a handy old divided tray or caddy in yummy aqua paint. The size is 12"x22" and it is 4.5" deep.
It would make a fabulous display, a great shabby country or beach cottage look.
I can see it on a bench in a hallway or on a porch filled with bottles and shells.
Hanging on a wall displaying some pretties.
Or as a table centerpiece decorated with plants, flowers and candles.

1947 Diary (gone to new home)

2011-03-10T20:28:00.001-05:00

This diary was in a box lot I got at an auction.
A couple entries caught my eye.
The writer mentioned her father got wood delivery for $6.50 (cord wood I guess!)
And she went to the dentist for a filling, cost $2.50.

Barn Fresh! Dirt and straw optional

2011-03-10T09:09:00.000-05:00

Vintage Cloverdale bottles and crate
Love the clovers embossed on the bottoms of the bottles

Stylish Wraps 1937

2011-03-10T08:26:00.000-05:00

Controls head wounds and makes a great chin lift too

My fav, imagine how you could co ordinate this with your outfit? A sprained ankle never looked so good

And always handy for getting around on those snowy days too

Snow Day

2011-02-27T18:31:00.000-05:00

My Old Bird Cage

2011-02-19T15:18:00.000-05:00

I figured it was time to take the holly greenery out of my old bird cage...give it a little taste of Spring.
(yes there is still 2 feet of snow covering my yard but I can dream...)

I do think I need to put a shabby little doily under the flower pot...

I love this bird cage for several reasons. First, I got it cheap at a yard sale. :>)

It came with the solid ceramic-like parakeet on the swing. It still has its old glass water and feeding dishes. And the clasps that hold the cage to the bottom are small iron owl figures!

FLEA MARKET STYLE

2011-02-19T08:16:00.000-05:00

I was lucky enough to have the new issue of FLEA MARKET STYLE saved for me at Barnes and Noble.
I have been waiting since last year for this magazine. And let me tell you, it was worth the wait!

Hope you can find it somewhere, it seems to sell out FAST!!!!!!!

http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/

Got Milk?

2011-02-17T16:11:00.000-05:00

Old glass milk bottles made great vases for wildflowers, especially on the kitchen windowsill or out on a porch table. Here's two that might work for you.
The Rutland Hills bottle $9.
The larger Benware bottle has some cute wording on it. $12

Wonderful small oil on board $29

2011-02-17T16:06:00.000-05:00

This little vintage painting of a vase full of flowers is quite nice. There is a signature that I am not sure of.. The size, including the frame is 4x10.5

Must be mid century modern day

2011-02-17T15:58:00.000-05:00

Trio of enameled and decorated Japanese stacking tables. $59

Stangl covered cigarette dish/tray. So very 1960.

Mid Century Pottery Lamps $29 pair

2011-02-17T15:53:00.000-05:00

I like the form and color on this pair of small pottery lamps. You would have to find the right shades to make them shine and live up to their full vintage potential.

I would suggest rewiring these retro lamps before using them. Then they will safely shine!

The feminine side...

2011-02-17T15:48:00.000-05:00

This is a sweet little stand, just right for holding a vase of posies or a cup of tea.
It is a lightweight composite with lovely painted floral designs on the top and the base.
Price is $30

Westmoreland diamond design heavy milk glass 1950s butter dish $20

Pretty dish

Pretty design and colors on this chocolate pot that is missing its lid.

Some country goodies

2011-02-17T15:40:00.000-05:00

Vintage HotPoint iron, great for laundry room decor
Old ads made into signs

Stoneware whiskey jug $24
Small double handed stoneware jug $12

Cute and handy, black slatted bench $39
Vintage LOTTO game. Cool box, but even better are the round wooden numbers. $10

Top of slatted bench, would be pretty with a cushion.

Pair of maple chairs $59

Oil cans

SOLD at Just The Thing! Framed artwork $75

2011-02-17T15:31:00.001-05:00

You have got to see this fun original framed artwork done in 1954. It will make you smile.
The size including frame is 31x37.

Auction Find

2011-02-17T07:57:00.000-05:00

Yesterday was an action filled day at the auction. I love sitting for hours on a cold metal chair LOL
There were some good deals and several furniture pieces I had to pass on since I didn't have the truck.
But I did find some goodies.
This morning I will be getting them cleaned up and tagged to go into the shop.

Here are 4 sweet little prints of Sun Bonnet Babies in a nice old frame.

I believe these images have a 1905 copyright.

2011-02-12T14:58:00.000-05:00

We have had a welcome break in the weather...we've actually had a few days without snowfall.

The lift top storage chest I painted and brought into the shop only lasted a day. Somebody got a handy piece.
The shop was busy today. Lots of people out vintage treasure hunting!

Shop Space

2011-02-10T19:13:00.001-05:00

This pretty girl will be hanging out in a new home.

Today's Finds @ Cabin Fever Show

2011-02-03T20:32:00.000-05:00

I went to a fabulous antiques show today.
If you are in the area the next three days please make an effort to go!
It is put on by the people of Sage Farm and takes place in a gorgeous old renovated barn in North Hampton. The building used to house Rollins Furniture.
It is the perfect venue. The set up was incredible. What a great job all the dealers did.

I picked up three pieces of painted furniture. Just cute handy pieces I can use.

cute little storage chest SOLD

2011-02-02T21:20:00.001-05:00

This is a really cute old 6 board chest that is a flip top storage seat.
What a handy piece in a mudroom, hallway or porch. Great place to stash gloves, hats, dog sweater. And sturdy enough to sit on.
Another piece I hope to get into Just The Thing this week.

Pair of Chairs

2011-02-02T20:59:00.000-05:00

Quick redo:
Nice pair of pressed back maple chairs. They will be going in the shop tomorrow I hope.

End of January

2011-01-30T18:10:00.001-05:00

It has been a cold and snowy month. We all deserve a day of treasure hunting so come on in and see what you can find!

We still have many items on clearance at JUST THE THING! And always "new" old treasures being brought in.

small cabinet

2011-01-21T20:58:00.000-05:00

I got this small red cabinet the other day...basic, some one's project I would say and a really poor paint job.

It told me it wanted to be painted in sage and shabbied up. I agreed.

I have several items still available on sale...

2011-01-05T13:55:00.000-05:00

The clearance pickin's are getting slim...many items have already gone to new homes during the first week of the winter clearance sale but I do still have some deals.
Scroll down to see a couple items on sale.
And take a moment to look at the pics in the most recent posts of a few things that were brought into the shop today.

This upholstered top kiwi colored stool is on sale for $22.
The cute little commode wash stand is marked down to $72.

Dome Top Trunk SOLD Peachy Pink Painted Maple Coffee Table/Plant Stand $49

2011-01-05T13:47:00.001-05:00

I had a very similar painted dome top trunk sell a few months ago. This is the big sister. It is done in a cool creamy paint finish, which shows off the wonderful old details and hardware.
The condition of this trunk isn't the greatest. The leather handles are shot and the caster and chunk of bottom wood has come apart.
But it would look fine at the foot of a bed or under a window and would be good storage. Priced at just $60. ***SOLD***

What a sweet sturdy coffee table this would be. It would also make a great plant stand. This piece has solid legs and a three sided back splash edge.
It is a peachy pink color, with a hint of beige. It doesn't scream PINK! It has a cottage-y feel to it, but would fit in with shabby chic decor or any vintage country room.
I believe it is rock maple, it is fairly heavy for its size. $49

January Shop Space

2011-01-05T13:22:00.000-05:00

The winter clearance sale is still going on at Just The Thing!
Stuff is flying out of the shop.
I brought in a few pieces today so come on in and check it out.

How did it get to be 2011!?!?

2011-01-03T08:32:00.000-05:00

I hope everyone has had a great start to the new year.

Last Monday was the first day of the winter sale at JTT, and also the day of our first blizzard of the season.
But there were customers waiting for the store to open, one wearing snowshoes!
Many items have gone off to new homes and I plan to be in to replenish stock this week.

Here's to a new year of recycling, reusing and reloving vintage stuff!

HUGE SALE!!!

2010-12-26T14:55:00.000-05:00

JUST THE THING in down town Dover NH will reopen tomorrow, December 27 with a huge sale. Come on in for markdowns on almost everything...including holiday merchandise, decor, antiques and vintage items, even furniture.
Hope you will pop in this week and take advantage of this winter clearance.

SOLD Boudoir Chair $45

2010-12-09T15:23:00.001-05:00

The chair flew out of the shop....sold!
This little boudoir/slipper chair is such a nice size, it would be perfect in a bedroom for a vanity chair, also would make a nice desk chair.
It is comfortable and light in weight.
The color is a mauve/rose.
It is available for $45 at Just The Thing Dover NH

SOLD...Sweet Antique Child Size Wicker Rocker

2010-12-02T16:54:00.001-05:00

This is an adorable old wicker rocking chair. Made for a child but perfect for a plant, a doll or bear or just as a cute accent anywhere in your home.
$43

SOLD*Pair of Chairs $69

2010-12-02T16:35:00.001-05:00

You can't go wrong with this pair of upholstered arm chairs. Perfect for a dining room but they could nicely fit in a hall, be put to use in a living room or even a bedroom.
Don't miss this deal, $69 for the pair. (SOLD)
Available at L Kells Antiques @ Just The Thing, Central Avenue, Dover NH.

stool SOLD...Takes me back to my childhood...

2010-12-02T16:06:00.001-05:00

Retro, vintage, mid century modern....call it what you may and this red vinyl and chrome combo is very nostalgic to us baby boomers.
Here it is...for $49 you can bring home this popular and handy step stool.
The red vinyl is in very good condition, the chrome on the legs needs to be cleaned up.
Available at JUST THE THING in down town Dover NH.

Pitcher. SOLD

2010-12-02T15:51:00.001-05:00

Some of yesterday's auction finds are already in the shop.

One of them being this gorgeous art glass ball pitcher. Beautiful details in the ruffled rim and the clear ribbed handle.

The color is a pink/light amethyst, very pretty when the light shines through.

Hurry up, it is only $15.

Too Cute Stool

2010-11-15T16:41:00.000-05:00

Sweet cottage style stool in kiwi green paint with a floral seat.
$28

SOLD Vintage Radio Cabinet/Drop Down Desk

2010-11-15T16:38:00.002-05:00

Auction Finds

2010-11-12T19:31:00.000-05:00

This lovely lady is spoken for and is going to a new home.
Isn't she pleasing to the eye?

Vintage Doll Lot.
Lots of pretty girls!

Though missing an arm,
this old doll is still beautiful!

Some interesting soft cloth dolls,
some are handmade.

Angels and Cherubs and a Scary Vintage Santa all looking for new homes to spend the holidays in. L Kells Antiques at Just The Thing!

2010-11-12T19:17:00.001-05:00

Old Scooter $69 Santa is Optional!

Small Picket Bench is already SOLD

Come see all the Vintage Angels and Cherubs

More Angels and Cherubs...Plastic, Bisque, Plaster, Gold, White, Crystal, Sitting, Praying, Kneeling and Hanging

2010-11-12T18:59:00.000-05:00

Yesterday (11/11) was my birthday and I got to spend a nice day meandering about a few antiques shops. First was a trip down to Dragonfly Hill in Byfield, Ma. That's where I picked up this vintage chippy, rusty metal table. It's quite heavy and folds up. It has just the right amount of old greenish paint & rust.

Bureau $112/ SOLD!

2010-11-04T18:06:00.003-04:00

L Kells Antiques is at JUST THE THING in down town Dover NH

Pop in for a visit, then go have lunch at one of the many restaurants nearby. Fun time!

This is a vintage bureau, it has some nice detail, and was recently done over in light butter cream paint...
the bottom drawer is a double, missing one pull. $112 (just SOLD)

Full up for Fall

2010-11-04T17:55:00.000-04:00

~*L KELLS ANTIQUES*~

Just The Thing shop space

Painted Pieces (oops two sold already!)

My shop at DOMAIN Route 4 Northwood NH

some more vintage pieces waiting for make overs

2 piece painted hutch

My shop at DOMAIN

I painted a desk today

Still trying to fill 'er up!

Just in...

tomorrow is moving day

China Cabinet on sale $169

1915 Tool Chest **SOLD***

Merry Christmas From Tzu Tzu, Ziggy & Zoe!

Christmas is just days away, are you ready?

China Cabinet $229 Side Board is SOLD

Red Commode *SOLD*

Shop Space for November

Bloomers $28

Vintage Stuff!

Fall in down town Dover NH

BONJOUR!

Shop Space

APPLE HARVEST DAY

Mirror

Sweet Bureau $99

September 1st

Shop Space Today

Before/After

Auction Finds

Where does the time go?

Shop Space JUST THE THING! Dover NH

movin'

Fabulous Old Mirror $88 *

Aqua magazine rack/book stand $33

**SOLD***Lovely Antique Child's Wool Coat

Just The Thing!

AQUA!

Flip Top Storage Bench

Shop Space

Cute country chair

busy day

Table

June...

Waiting...

Campy!

NICE LEGS!

Bench Redo

Painting...

Garden Statuary Display at Brimfield Antiques Show

Some pics from the BRIMFIELD ANTIQUES SHOW

What a deal! $70

New Space at JTT!

...some recent auction finds...

*SOLD* Vintage Sewing Cabinet

Auction Finds

There's usually something to be found for everyone!

Here's a few items that just went into the shop

Spring! is on the way?!

Today's Find

Love this Aqua (so much prettier than the snow & mud combo that surrounds me!)

Old Wooden Tray/Caddy

1947 Diary (gone to new home)

Barn Fresh! Dirt and straw optional

Stylish Wraps 1937

Snow Day

My Old Bird Cage

FLEA MARKET STYLE

Got Milk?

Wonderful small oil on board $29

Must be mid century modern day

Mid Century Pottery Lamps $29 pair

The feminine side...

Some country goodies

*SOLD* at Just The Thing! Framed artwork $75

Auction Find

Shop Space

Today's Finds @ Cabin Fever Show

cute little storage chest *SOLD*

Pair of Chairs

~L KELLS ANTIQUES~

1915 Tool Chest SOLD*

Red Commode SOLD

SOLD*Lovely Antique Child's Wool Coat

SOLD Vintage Sewing Cabinet

SOLD at Just The Thing! Framed artwork $75

cute little storage chest SOLD

Dome Top Trunk SOLD Peachy Pink Painted Maple Coffee Table/Plant Stand $49

SOLD Boudoir Chair $45

SOLD*Pair of Chairs $69

SOLD Vintage Radio Cabinet/Drop Down Desk