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• Shawn Vestal: Fruits of ‘picking’ mostly modest

  October 19, 2011 in City on Page A1 The estate sale has just begun, and Dennis Held is already flipping through hangers in a bedroom closet. What’s he looking for? “Men’s pants,” he says, moving quickly. “Look for … 4

• Local antiques appraiser is an expert on art of business

  September 11, 2011 in Business on Page E1 Carol Worthington-Borodin began her professional life as a stockbroker, then switched to antiques in 1984. She earned certification with the American Society of Appraisers in 1990, and launched three successful …

• Spencer’s Antiques plans grand reopening on Division

  December 2, 2010 in Washington Voices on Page S1 For the longest time, Spencer’s Antiques was an integral part of the Hillyard secondhand and antique dealer community. Located at Garland Avenue and Market Street since 2003, Spencer’s was known …

• Two Women’s Barn Bazaar blends best of crafts, antiques

  September 12, 2008 in Features on Page D1 This weekend, an artistic mother and daughter duo – who do business as Two Women – will open their scenic 10-acre farm south of Spokane for their second Barn Bazaar, …

• School bells have familiar ring

  August 21, 2007 in Home on Page Z4 Ask any school-age child how many days of summer vacation are left and they’ll all give you the same answer: Not enough. August is waning, and the new school year …

• A mother’s memories are rarely outgrown

  May 8, 2007 in Home on Page Z4 Sometimes, it’s hard to remember that I once lived in a space inhabited by little ones. Gone are the rattles and blankies and alphabet blocks.

• The world through collectible glasses

  April 10, 2007 in Home on Page Z4 When Depression-era American housewives bought a jar of soft cheese spread from Kraft, they got more than just the cheese. The decorative containers known as Swanky Swig glasses were decorated …