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Vintage Furniture Shopping!

Second Charm

When it comes to furniture, I firmly believe in mixing it up. To me, a house filled with only modern furniture lacks a certain warmth to it, as a house filled with only old items can be a little too 'rustic.' Just like you update your wardrobe, you should update your furniture. Give it a one over, refurbish it or scout for that one of a kind piece.

Second Charm

1970's Study Table

However, looking for beautiful vintage pieces or refurbished second hand items is not exactly easy, and if you find one that catches your eye, you might be shocked to see how expensive it is, pretty much the same price as a brand new one. But before you walk out of the shop, take a step closer and look at it again.

Find out the story behind it, where did it come from and how old is it? Look at the workmanship and the material used. Nowadays, a lot of furniture is made using laminate. Nothing wrong with that, but compared to solid timber? It's a far cry.

I myself have a few old pieces, a 1970's slightly distressed study table (above right) and i'm also currently refurbishing an old sewing table to be my dressing table (i'll post a picture of it when its done).

Second Charm

Anyway, if you are interested in searching for your very own vintage piece, you should check out Second Charm in Taman Tun. The store is run by Puan Sharifah, a very helpful lady who knows what she is talking about. She also provides refurbishing services.

There are a lot of beautiful items that I was tempted to blow my rent money on but my darling husband dragged me out when I started talking about doing up our living room. Next time I think i'll go without him.