Learn the fundamentals of finding quality vintage furniture, decor and upholstery in master antiquer Katie Saro’s workshop, Finding Good Vintage.

Finding Good Vintage 

Learn what makes an item vintage, where you can find pieces, and how to inspect them properly for signs of quality as Katie breaks down her methods for determining if an item is worth the purchase.

Introduction to Vintage

Discover the differences between vintage and antique items and explore the defining characteristics of furniture from three distinct design eras: art deco, midcentury modern and postmodern.

Eras of Vintage

Follow along as Katie shares her tips for inspecting vintage furniture pieces while shopping to estimate their age, assess the quality of each item and ensure your vintage finds are truly one of a kind.

Furniture

Learn what to look for when it comes to inspecting the quality and condition of upholstered vintage furniture.

Sofas and Upholstery

Learn how to spot a quality, handmade vintage or antique rug and discover simple cleaning and care methods to remove smells and stains.

Rugs

Get to know the details and trademarks that make something vintage, from lighting and mirrors to original artwork and other unique pieces.

Home Decor

Master the principles of finding quality vintage decor and antique items for your home with vintage dealer Katie Saro.

Katie Saro is a master antiquer and mother of five. When it comes to finding antiques, the more unique and vintage, the better. Katie repurposes these one-of-a-kind pieces into decorative statements, often using her own home as a showroom for selling antiques to her clients.


Katie Saro

Finding Good Vintage

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