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Antiques and Collectables Shop Who can resist old treasures? Not us.

After years of searching through antique shops, auction houses and many dusty corners across the world, we decided to sell some of our treasures and continue to hunt for more! If you love the weird, the wonderful and sometimes even the practical, visit our antiques and collectables Etsy store to have look around...We even pop up live at local fairs from time to time.

12/24/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 12 - Twas the night before Christmas...

Hopefully most of us are done with the final Christmas preparations and can put our feet up with a sigh of relief and stare at the tree for a few peaceful moments, lol.

Wishing everyone a very happy hoilday and a wonderful New Year's!

12/23/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 11 - Deck the Halls with boughs, garlands and anything else Mother Nature has grown.

My favourite holiday decor is always garlands of green draped over mantles, windows and doors...or anywhere else! The pagan in me is always delighted to find a little bit of the outside brought inside to celebrate Yule.

12/22/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 10 - Candlelit Christmas

Adding candles is the simplest way to add warmth and ambiance to a holiday table setting and decor. The flickering light reflecting off crystal and porcelain adds a touch of magic to a meal.

Memory Lane Antique Mall has dozens of options for adding candlelight to your holiday table.

(For safety, never leave unattended. And for an even safer option, check out the many faux flame candles on the market today. Some of them are just amazingly realistic, worry-free options.)

12/21/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 9 - Wrap it Again & Again -Beautiful ways to wrap gifts that are reusable and recyclable!

A couple of years ago, I stopped buying wrapping paper and started using the kraft paper I use for packing and shipping fragile items in the shop. I just add pretty ribbons and trim to make things festive. Unlike traditional wrapping paper, kraft paper is completely recyclable in our town.

The other change I made is to use fabric bags and squares as wrap. I have been accumulating velvet and holiday patterns that we are using year after year. For those who don't sew, there are many options available on Etsy and even a pretty scarf works as a year-round wrapping option (I find inexpensive ones at thrift shops and auctions).

Happy wrapping!

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12/20/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 8 - White & Gold - A timeless and versatile choice to tableware.

I admit to having a weakness for a gilt edge or detail to antique porcelain and china. These versatile pieces work anytime of year, but really shine on a holiday table.

We have lots of antique white & gold French and English porcelain filling The Old Curio Cabinet Studio shelves. Happy to set up an appointment for any other porcelain addicts who would like to visit our studio ;)

12/19/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 7 - Red & Green Christmas Dream

Holiday table settings that would make Mrs.Claus proud. Red and green are the definition of traditional Christmas decorating. Embracing these seasonal colours can create a showstopper table settings.

12/18/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 6 - Blue & White - A traditional twist for Holiday Table Settings

Holiday table settings need not be red or green-themed. Blue and white chine is the definition of traditional, and can be used to create a gorgeous holiday tablescape.

12/17/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 5 - Beyond Red and White - Colourful Porcelain makes Holiday Table Pop

Holiday table settings need not be red and white. Mix it up by using unexpected colours and patterns, freshly and festively.

12/16/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 4 - Crystal adds Glimmer and Shine to a Holiday table

Christmas and New Year's table settings become magical when crystal drinkware sparkles, reflecting the season's warmth.

We have two sets of very special crystal drinkware available. A beautiful set of Moser goblets with a band of gold and a gorgeous art deco set of Faberge wine glasses that would be a fantastic way to cheer in the New Year.

Both items are available on our website, and the Faberge Crystal is also in our booth at Memory Lane Antique Mall.

12/15/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 3 - A Tiffany Blue Christmas

The iconic Tiffany Blue when applied to holiday decor creates a lovely winter wonderland feel to a home.

We have three pieces of vintage Tiffany & Co Crystal in our booth at Memory Lane Antique Mall. They are beautifully designed and would add sparkle and style to any room.

12/14/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 2 - Adding zest to your Christmas Decor

A burst of orange against evergreen is such a fresh way to decorate for the holidays! Filling bowls, making pomanders and adding pops of orange to your garlands are all easy ways to add a twist to holiday decorating. Plus, they smell amazing :)

12/13/2024

Twelve days of Christmas - Day 1 - Adding shine to the Christmas table

Adding antique pieces of silver brings a bit of tradition and shine to your table and Christmas decor. Silver-plated trays and serving pieces are a steal these days and a lovely way to reflect the warmth of the holiday in your home. I love it when a bit of the warm copper peeks through the silver to add that little bit of extra depth and a sense of age.

Lots of Lovely Silver in our NEW booth B34 .coll in London Ontario

The Old Curio Cabinet ~ Antiques & Collectibles

Address

1157 King Street
London, ON
N5W2X9

Telephone

+12262249338

Website

https://www.theoldcuriocabinet.com/

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Who can resist old treasures? Not us. After years of searching through antique shops, auction houses and many dusty corners across the world, we decided to sell some of our treasures and continue to hunt for more!

We have an online shop and several antique booths in the following locations:

Memory Lane Antique Mall - Vendor B34 @ 1175 Hyde Park Rd in London

By Appointment Shop in London Ontario @ 226 -224 -9338 If you love the weird, the wonderful and sometimes even the practical, visit our antiques and collectables Etsy store or locations and to have look around...