Hi Everyone,
Well, I was planning to add more to this post where I shared some affordable vintage pieces that could be left as is, maybe with some sprucing, or they could be painted to look more Gustavian or French.
However, as I began collecting, I realized that there is a glut of gorgeous dining furniture– on sale. And a lot of it is for a short time only.
But, but, but… Here’s the thing about vintage furniture that goes on sale for a so-called “limited time.”
Once a vintage item goes on sale, you already know the vendor will take that lower price and be very happy to make the sale. The limited time thing is a marketing ploy. At least when it comes to vintage furniture, you can always offer a lower price. But you guys already know that.
Okay, I have to ask a small favor.
I love Chairish and have purchased many items from that vendor for myself. However, if you click on my image (link) and then you favorite that item, and go back to Chairish the next day or even an hour later, to purchase that item or something else, I won’t get the commission. That’s because the affiliate cookie only lasts for one session.
Most of the other vendors do not do this.
Typically, cookies last for 30 days, except for Amazon, where I believe it’s one day. But at least it’s longer than one session.
I hate having to ask, however, if you buy something that is Chairish only, and it’s in your favorites, please come back and click one of the Chairish images anywhere on my website. It doesn’t matter which one. There are always Chairish items on the Hot Sales Vintage page.
Here’s some good news, and I need to whisper because I’m sure they won’t like this, but too bad.
As a designer, I sometimes get offered a “private sale” price for items I’ve favorited. I heart everything that goes into my widgets, and many items I’ve saved. This price is lower than the price the general public sees. I’m happy to pass that information on to you.
So, when I say in a caption, “Offer such and such a price,” it’s because that’s my inside price or close to it. Since they’re offering me that price, they will be willing to go that low.
Please know that I don’t have an inside price for everything.
Even so, you can offer at least 10% below what they are asking, usually 20% or more!
Most of the items I am sharing are on sale, but if they’re not, it’s because their price is already good or there’s another discount you can’t see, but I can.
And many are limited time, meaning they’re ending today, it says, now that it’s 1:00 AM on the 17th.
Okay, I’ve done enough yacking. Tonight, the focus is on vintage dining room furniture. And most of it is from some of the highest-end companies like Kindel and Baker. These fine pieces’ prices are a tiny fraction of what it would cost if they were new.
Below are a few inspiration images before I share the beautiful vintage dining furniture widget.
Above and below by Gerald Bland
Photos above and below I took last year at the Nichols House Museum on Mount Vernon Street on Beacon Hill.
Above, the great Furlow Gatewood’s dining room. Photo by Rod Collins.
And, below is my living room from last November, right after the furniture returned.
Speaking of furniture, I know some of you wonder what’s happening here.
It is very slow going, but there’s progress. I received my Roman shades today; however, the windows still need to be washed, and one of them has a busted cord, so it won’t open or close. I did find a place today that washes and repairs. One-stop shopping makes life a bit easier.
My contractor, Robert, came over today. He’s returning on Friday to help me with the wall prep so I can get my Gracie panels up.
The dining table is in, and I’m waiting for a shipping quote.
At least my place is clean and quiet. Below is what things looked like a year ago.
No, I don’t know how I did it.
I’m enjoying everything I have and still can’t believe I get to live here and in this beautiful city.
Please enjoy the widget of beautiful vintage dining furniture and some vintage rugs, lighting, and porcelain.

xo,
***Please check out the recently updated HOT SALES!
There is now an Amazon link on my home page and below. Thank you for the suggestion!
Please note that I have decided not to create a membership site. However, this website is very expensive to run. To provide this content, I rely on you, the kind readers of my blog, to use my affiliate links whenever possible for items you need and want. There is no extra charge to you. The vendor you’re purchasing from pays me a small commission.
To facilitate this, some readers have asked me to put
A link to Amazon.com is on my home page.
Please click the link before items go into your shopping cart. Some people save their purchases in their “save for later folder.” Then, if you remember, please come back and click my Amazon link, and then you’re free to place your orders. While most vendor links have a cookie that lasts a while, Amazon’s cookies only last up to 24 hours.
Thank you so much!
I very much appreciate your help and support!
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4 Responses
Hi Laurel,
I’ve purchased a couple of antique dining chairs recently & no one wants to sit in them because they are smaller than new chairs on the market. My company doesn’t feel comfortable in them.
Should I get new friends? 😉
Any tips or suggestions?
Hi Mary,
May I suggest that your company sit on the floor if they’re uncomfortable in your chairs?
I am curious why you have never featured any Henredon furniture in your widgets?
Hi Karin,
I feature Henredon all the time. However, the pieces are not always identified by manufacturer. There’s a Henredon piece in the Hot Sales widget that sold earlier this month. It’s the big Chinoiserie breakfront. I’ve featured Henredon numerous times in the widgets and in blog posts. I just did a search and found a lovely Chinoiserie coffee table for a good price, so I just added to the widget.