I. M. Salvage has, or had, almost everything imaginable from structures built a few months to 140 years ago. For example, street lights, exotic chandeliers and ordinary kitchen lights fill just a few of the different spaces in I. M. Salvage's 30,000-square foot building.
Thrify Ewe, a resale shop owned by Doug Berna that recently relocated to 907 S. 1st St., falls on the bargain side of the resale coin. Kids' clothing is $1, adult clothing ranges from $2 to $3, shoes are $1-$2.50 and suits and coats are $6. You can even score a tuxedo for $10.
Jeanine Burkhardt can comb a flea market like nobody's business. "There are bargains to be had out there," she said. "You have to have an eye and you have to be quick." Here is her expert advice on how to find the best deals.
They Grow Like Weeds, 5676 Broad St. in Greendale, is a new boutique-style shop featuring gently used clothes and accessories for infants, school-aged kids and teens. Many of the customers both buy items and sell items to the shop.
Wednesday March 6th, 2013 – Fox Lake, IL/? WI My idea to start picking antiques wasn’t the worst one I’ve had. I’ve been doing it regularly for a while now, and it’s turning out to be the perfect part time job. I can do it whenever I have a free amoun...
Wednesday February 13th, 2013 – Fox Lake, IL Back to the business of standup comedy. Farting around with antiques is fine to fill spare time, but I’d rather have my days filled to the brim with great gigs and more work than I can handle. In a perfect world, I wouldn&rs...
Sunday February 10th, 2013 – Lake County, IL I’ve been dipping my toe in the water with the antiques picking game, and I think I’m going to do pretty well for several reasons. I’ve been looking for another source of income that’s flexible, and I think...
Monday January 7th, 2013 – Nashville, TN/Chicago, IL Up early to make the long drive home from Nashville. This used to be a perk of the business in the beginning, but now it’s a painful chore. Eight hours in a car thrills me about as much as eight hours in a gay bath h...
I wanted my Milwaukee family to know about a new market starting Sunday, October 21 from 9am-4pm. Would greatly appreciate a good turnout. There are some amazing items for sale quality artwork, including some of Wisconsin's best. Tons of jewelry, art glass, pottery, military items, collectables a...