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Tip of the week…

What to pounce on at Goodwill

Sterling silverware sometimes hides among the everyday flatware. It may be tarnished, of course. To test it, tap it against something and listen for a ringing sound.

Ornate picture frames are often worth more than the art they hold. Most elaborate, antique-looking frames sell well online.

Vintage luggage is hip these days, and though unnoticed Louis Vuitton trunks are rare, “lesser-known brands still go for big bucks when they come in matched groups.”

Jadeite is a mint-colored mineral that was used last century in the manufacture of dishware, lamps, and other household items. McKee, Jeannette, and Fire King are the brands to remember: “A single butter dish could be worth upward of $100.”

Colored Pyrex is prized, too, “especially in bright hues and unusual patterns.” The tempered glassware is so sturdy that even collectors use it for cooking.

Source: GoodHousekeeping.com

And for those who have everything…

A mattress company may have just developed a better nightlight. For a so-called smart device, the Casper Glow is “pretty spartan and simple.” But consider what it can do for you. When you rise in the middle of the night, just reach for the sturdy gourd-size light, turn it over, and its soft warm glow will light your way. Before you sleep, use it as a reading light that winds you down by slowly dimming to darkness over 15 to 60 minutes. Similarly, it can gently wake you in the morning by gradually cranking up the lumens. That’s more than smart; it’s thoughtful.

$99, casper.com

Source: TheVerge.com

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March 15, 2019 THE WEEK
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