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Antiques: How to get your old clock running — maybe

If you have a dusty old clock or two that haven't worked in a while, take a read below of a few things to try before seeking out a clock repair shop.

How to Set a Grandfather Clock

Grandfather clocks are both a beautiful and a useful piece of home decor. However, they require more careful maintenance than other kinds of clocks. In order to set the correct time and pendulum beat of a grandfather clock, make sure that...

Learn How to Correctly Wind a Clock

If you have a mechanical clock, you may have to set the time yourself. Learn how to do it correctly; only on the Chelsea Clock blog.

9 Habits of People Who Are Always on Time

If you’re in a constant struggle with the clock, these solutions will help you master your schedule.

How to create a ‘well curated’ antiques shop

Several years ago, customers began to remark that “your shop is so organized and your displays are so well curated.” Curated — that’s not a phrase you often hear associated

New antique shop gives life to old things

The Vineyard family loves giving new life to old things.

When and where was the first antique shop opened?

Does anyone know and have sources/information on when and where the origins of antique shops began? I'm curious to know if it's of similar date to...

Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori: Tips for profitable thrift store shopping

Quality is evident in different ways in different objects. Let Dr. Lori give you a primer for thrift store shopping.

How to Spot Authentic Murano Glass When You're Antiques Shopping

10 Things You Should Never, Ever Pass Up at Antique Shops

The 5 Things That an Antiques Dealer Always Looks for When Shopping in Paris

21 Common Mistakes to Avoid While Shopping at Flea Markets and Antique Shows

Breaking down all the dos and don’ts to know before you go

Antiques and Collectibles: Rollingstone shop is in a century-old blacksmith's building

Folks not only find unique vintage items to repurpose, they also find old unique buildings and restore them.

7 Things You Need to Know Before Shopping a Big Antiques Market

Ever wonder why Joanna Gaines always gets the good stuff? Not anymore.

Is it common for antique shops to slowly fall apart as the owner(s) age(s)?

Where I live, there is a highway loaded with a wide spectrum of shops. One in particular was just plain too far below standards on several...

Why mechanical watches are regaining popularity

(WTEN) – Smartwatches and fitness trackers have dominated the timepiece market for a few years, but recently, there has been a revived interest in mechanical watches. While they may lack the bells …

School of Watches: Know Your Movements

Mechanical? Self-wound? Quartz crystal? A simple explanation on what makes your timepiece tick.

The Ultimate Guide to Pilot's Watches

From rugged military "fliegers" to modern, tech-packed chronographs and beyond.

Are wrist watches becoming a thing of the past?

Many people view watches a thing of beauty -- the face, or dial of a watch telling us what time it is. As cell phones, however, get ever smarter, whose wearing them?

How Do you Identify an Antique Clock?

Old-time clocks always seem to attract passionate collectors from all over the world. Its artistic value stands the test of time, holding a competition with modern/advanced/technical clocks. But the subject’s extent goes pretty wide to ... Read more