March 2023 … 

Part II of Blessing auction will feature more high-quality Victorian antiques

The second and final part of the antique auction of the Ron Blessing Estate Collection will take place on March 18 at Woody Auction in Douglass.

The estate’s collection features many fine glass and silver Victorian collectibles, cultivated over the years by the late Ron Blessing, a resident of Kearney, NE.

“Ron’s ultimate desire was to turn his Kearney warehouse into a fully displayed showroom of the finest antiques available and to host large dinner parties surrounded by the whole Victorian atmosphere,” according to Woody Auction’s website. “As with many collectors, Ron’s tastes evolved with French Cameo art glass and Cut Glass becoming passions. Consequently, he managed to acquire some of the most sought-after pieces in the country. His magnificent antiques needed to be properly displayed, so Ron commenced collecting only the finest furniture. This auction features R.J. Horner, A.J. Johnson, and Alexander Roux pieces of the utmost quality.”

Online bidding will be available at www.liveauctioneers.com/woody-auction-llc. Register at least 48 hours in advance of the event. Absentee bids are due by noon on March 16.

For more information, e-mail info@woodyauction.com or visit www.woodyauction.com/ron-blessing-auction-part-2.

March 2023 … 

Add to your collection at the Bottle and Jar Show

Collectors will be come from afar in search of that one special jar at the upcoming Bottle and Jar Show, March 19 at Orlando Gardens in St. Louis. The show is sponsored by the St. Louis Bottle Collectors Association.

The show will feature more than 100 tables selling antique bottles, fruit jars, pottery, brewiana, insulators, advertising, and more. It will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with admission costing $3. Children are free, and food and drink will be available to purchase.

For more information, call 314-570-6917 or e-mail patsy_jett@yahoo.com.

March 2023 … 

Get ready for a spectacular time at Antique Spectacular

You never know just what you’ll find at the Antique Spectacular Vintage Market, March 3-5 at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island.
Items from the quirky to the rusty to the funky will be up for grabs at the show. Antique Spectacular is the brainchild of Kimberly Schilling, who, along with her Melting Pot Productions, has been producing antique shows throughout the Midwest for nearly 30 years. Schilling has “developed a foundation for success built on the integrity of demanding quality antiques and collectibles,” according to the event’s website.

Admission to the event is $8, with a $1-off coupon available at www.antiquespectacular.com. Children under the age of 14 are free when accompanied by an adult with a ticket.

For more information, call 712-326-9964.

March 2023 … 

Bella Rustina back in Arkansas

Bella Rustina Vintage Market is returning to Little Rock just in time for spring, with a show March 10-12 in the concourse of the War Memorial Stadium.

Shoppers are invited to come marvel at more than 225 booths, stuffed with vintage, vintage-inspired and handmade items brought in from sellers from multiple states.

Those vendors who wish to participate and sell their wares can submit an application on Bella Rustina’s website at www.bellarustina.com.

Admission for early buyers on March 10 is $10, while regular admission on March 11-12 is $5. Parking is free as well. The event is hosted by Ashley’s Finds LLC.

For more information, call 501-230-5728.

February 2023 … 

Warm up with hot deals at Paramount Antique Malls

It may be chilly outside, but you can pop into one of Paramount Antique Mall’s three locations in Augusta and Wichita and get warm with some great bargains in January and February.

Paramount’s “Baby, It’s Cold Outside Sale” takes place Jan. 20-22 at all three locations, where shoppers can take 10% off on their purchase. And in February, be sure to stop by for the malls’ President’s Day Weekend Mega Sale, when you can save 10-50% at all locations (excluding items already discounted or on sale). Browse the inventory of glassware, advertising, textiles, coins, jewelry, pottery, china, furniture, primitives, industrial, paper ephemera, and home décor.

For more information, visit www.paramountantiquemall.com.