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Business Etiquette, 2

It goes without saying that clients should be treated with respect and decency. We strive for that, and also try to keep on top of updates even though few clients ask for them, because progress on pieces is usually interesting … Continue reading

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Business Etiquette

It goes without saying that clients should be treated with respect and decency. I know we strive for that, and also try to keep on top of updates even though few clients ask for them, because progress on pieces is … Continue reading

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JBC: Virtual Sketching!

Carousel horses have always delighted, even in the midst of virtual games and E-ticket rides; most of us don’t stop and look at them, but are seduced by the Wurlitzer calling to us, and the color and the action and … Continue reading

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Mason Monterey Smokey Maple Floral Bedroom Set

We are breaking up the Mason Monterey Smokey Maple Floral Bedroom Set circa 1932 and selling it by the piece.  Mason Monterey highly decorated and desirable floral pattern had one owner.  The set is in good condition, with little damage … Continue reading

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Washington State Flag

My rendering of the Historic Flag, above. Below, the Historic Flag in the State Reception Room. We begin the process of replicating the Washington State Flag originally made by the Washington State chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution … Continue reading

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Introducing PastCast: A New Podcast for People Who Save Places

An exciting new blog is starting:  PastCast, for people who save places: “We’re excited to announce the debut episode of PastCast, a show for the people who save places! (Hint: That’s you.) Our mission is to bring you great stories … Continue reading

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Pins and Needles: Moving the Berkey & Gay Buffet

by DKP This one piece has nearly given me ulcers worrying about the move.  It weighs as much as an elephant, and while the backsplash comes off, it is still HUGE, bulky, and unwieldy. The men who moved her are … Continue reading

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NEWS: We made the National Parks blog

I did a search today and found an article about us and the Oregon Caves Chateau on the National Parks blog.  It has been there for a few months; not sure how I missed it.  It is nice to be … Continue reading

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