Often when I’m out treasure hunting I come across great books on interior design, art, flowers, and architecture. I’m always on the lookout for vintage World Almanacs because of the great maps and all of the countries that no longer exist or have new names. I’m obsessed with the graphic detail of world maps and the pages make excellent backdrops for photos, drawer liners, wrapping paper, art pieces, whatever you can dream up. I’ve also been fortunate to find extremely old science and poetry books, dictionaries and travel pictorials.
I have a lot of books in my own home, all very meaningful and beautiful to me. They always teach me something new each time I browse through them. I decided that carrying my book “finds” in the shop would be an ideal way to share beauty and knowledge with my customers. Having a well stocked bookshelf full of varied interests makes for a more interesting and well-rounded person!
I am very excited about the illustrated book on orchids, each page gorgeous enough to frame as art. I am also very partial to the vintage book on Rome. The pictures, the layout and the font are all very groovy 70’s when it was such luxury to go to the Greek Isles.
Next time you’re searching for a cool, affordable gift, consider giving a vintage book. You are always welcome to come in and browse my growing library!
Take Care!
Melisa
