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Higgins Glass: Modern Miracles with Everyday Glass

August 13, 2018
Written by Lindsay Jarvis and Photography by Higgins Glass

Founded in 1948 by Michael and Frances Higgins, the innovative and bold designs of Higgins Glass are still being produced in their Chicago studio. By the midcentury, the ancient art…

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Monkey Pod 101: The Story Behind a Midcentury Staple

August 8, 2018
Written by Sarah Jane Stone and Photography by Sarah Jane Stone

Monkey Pod 101 Whether setting the table for a party, styling a dresser or organizing a desk, wooden serve ware is a must-have. The warm tone and subtle texture of…

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Vintage Jewelry: Inside a Collector’s Jewel Box

August 7, 2018
Written by Lindsay Jarvis and Photography by Robert Bell

Atomic Ranch writer Lindsay Jarvis shares some of her favorite vintage jewelry pieces and wearable midcentury treasures.

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Bonus! 5 More Insider Tips To Flea Market Bargain Hunting

July 31, 2018
Written by Kris Christensen and Photography by Sarah Jane Stone

Did you think we were done talking about flea markets? Think again! We're back with 5 more tips for bringing home great midcentury treasures.

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Midcentury flea market finds with Atomic Ranch

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An Insider’s Guide To Flea Market Bargain Hunting: Part 2

July 27, 2018
Written by Kris Christensen and Photography by Sarah Jane Stone

Six tips on how to not only survive the flea market, but guarantee taking home a midcentury treasure.

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An Insider’s Guide to Flea Market Bargain Hunting: Part 1

July 27, 2018
Written by Kris Christensen and Photography by Sarah Jane Stone

Get the scoop on how to make the most of your summer treasure hunt at the local flea market.

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Digging Modern: A Midcentury Heat Wave

December 6, 2017
Written by Chad Baker and Photography by Chad Baker

Chad Baker's trip to a warehouse sale yields a hot vintage find at an equally surprising price.

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3 Christmas Collectibles to Add to Your Stash

November 16, 2017
Written by Victoria Van Vlear and Photography by Victoria Van Vlear and Bret Gum

Tiny midcentury Christmas items can still sit on a mantel, dash across a coffee table or perch on the edge of a windowsill.

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Digging Modern: Persistence Pays Off in an Eames LCW

October 17, 2017
Written by Chad Baker and Photography by Chad Baker

Folks started to line up throughout the night and early morning, so that by the time of the sale there were approximately 35 buyers. The sale hosts decided to let only 20 people in at a time. The door opened at 9:00 am, and I bolted through the door and peeked in each room until I finally reached the sunroom, where the LCW sat in the corner. I swiftly grabbed the tag off of the chair.

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