The Shop at Lemon Tree

The Shop at Lemon Tree Antique and vintage furniture for sale. Offering upholstery, caning and furniture restoration services.

08/22/2026

This is going to be great!

08/19/2026

Excavating history of a circa 1900 Stickley style rocker one era at a time

The story of these antique Shaker style ladder back chairs continues.... they have been thoroughly treated with Natchez ...
08/10/2026

The story of these antique Shaker style ladder back chairs continues.... they have been thoroughly treated with Natchez solution, this provides some protection to the wood while conserving the existing patina and showcasing the wood. The frames have been tightened. This process has highlighted some of the incredible details of their construction.

The mule ear posts are shaved to a half inch thickness, and the ladderback slats are an incredible 3/16" thickness (or thinness), the rails are all hand shaped, just incredible craftsmanship and detail... note the tiny wooden pegs securing the top slats.

During the cleaning process it became clear that the original finish had a wax component, and was probably very similar to the composition of Natchez solution, therefore I won't be adding any additional finish to these chairs other than that or pure beeswax. These will be left to cure for a bit and then new seats will be added. The only options to hold true to their 19th century origin are woven cane, such as they were found with, or a natural rush. If someone wants to stake a claim, I will honor that choice, otherwise I will probably return the seats to the weave they came to me wearing... feel free to share your thoughts!

Sold! I love it when someone sees something in the window and falls in love... in this case the customer sent someone in...
08/09/2026

Sold! I love it when someone sees something in the window and falls in love... in this case the customer sent someone in to buy, but we are always glad to respond to messages about an item!

Starting on my next project for the shop! So story time... these gorgeous antique Shaker chairs were pulled from the lof...
08/07/2026

Starting on my next project for the shop! So story time... these gorgeous antique Shaker chairs were pulled from the loft in a storage shed, they had been there or similar for at least a few decades. The original finish was probably oil or wax, but virtually none of it was left. After letting them adjust to being indoor pets for several months it's time to show them some love!

The early process: The old cane seats are cut away. A thorough dusting with a stiff natural bristle brush removes most of the dust and surface dirt, then I clean with white vinegar. Look at the dirt on that rag!

Check out the difference a gentle cleaning makes... I am loving the patina these chairs earned the hard way... this will be a gentle preservation rather than a full restoration.

Check back for more of the story as the process unfolds!

Finished refurbished chair and footstool for some lovely new friends! This one needed the springs completely retied top ...
07/24/2026

Finished refurbished chair and footstool for some lovely new friends! This one needed the springs completely retied top and bottom, got a new seat deck and some additional padding, the last reupholster was probably in the 1990s, but this is a great early 20th century chair... this is why you buy antique and vintage and restore. Nothing made today will still be gracing anyone's home in 100 years.

How amazing is this fabric!?!! Unfortunately I got the very last yard... could be amazing on a small project... throw pi...
07/06/2026

How amazing is this fabric!?!! Unfortunately I got the very last yard... could be amazing on a small project... throw pillows? A few dining chairs? What do y'all think?

We are open and so are our lovely neighbors at The Pink Pearl!! The stage and vendors are setting up, going to be a gre...
06/27/2026

We are open and so are our lovely neighbors at The Pink Pearl!! The stage and vendors are setting up, going to be a great day in Columbia!

It's Freedom Festival day! We will be opening a little late so Megan can help get the vendors set up, but we will stay o...
06/27/2026

It's Freedom Festival day! We will be opening a little late so Megan can help get the vendors set up, but we will stay open later too... we will be here at least until 4, but if y'all keep shopping we'll keep selling!

Are you looking for an outfit to match the Independence Day vibe? This might be the one!
06/26/2026

Are you looking for an outfit to match the Independence Day vibe? This might be the one!

Address

708 1/2 Main Street
Columbia, MS
39429

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+16018108369

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