Happy Holidays!

It’s been a bit since I updated! I have been busy knocking things off my to do list while I am in between appointments with the census bureau, I actually have my equipment and pre-training materials but am waiting on IT to catch up with me so I have full access. I am on borrowed time so trying to make cookies, finish projects and add some things to my inventory before I get settled into work life once more. One thing I did on my hiatus was get to cane the seat on one of my Marcel Breuer Cesca chairs! I would be lying if I said it was fun or easy! I will not be looking to take on more caning projects for others. Just got to get that out there as I already have people thinking I will fix things for them. I ain’t got time for fixing stuff. 🤣. There are 7 steps to caning. Here are a few pics during the process:

Steps 1-4 set up the grid work before the weaving.

Steps 5 and 6 are the diagonal weaving.

Step 7 iS the binding

This is me hapPy to be done. I easily. Have 40 hours of labor into this.

A few finishing Things to tend to, but they are almost ready to go!

I had the opportunity to purchase some gorgeous Heywood Wakefield items from the Cliff House line. The Cliff House is a cool hotel in San Francisco and is the namesake of this rare line. The finish is Doeskin and construction is solid cherry. The dining chairs are listed AS IS but I will be recovering them if they are still here after I can order some fabric. The mini 36” credenza is sale pending to a lovely gal who has been looking for one for 10 years! I am happy to have work with her to get it shipped to Chicago and make her dreams come true. Everything else is available. I will make a bulk deal if you want to build your dining room. here is a peek!

The graNd dining table has drop leaves and 3 add on ExtensioN leaves. It grows from 64” to 100” when fully extended! It is in Amazing conditioN (i saw some scratcheS on the little leaves though) and comeS with a complete set of cuStom table pads!

Set of 6 (1 captain) dining chairs. Love this ladderback design. Very danish. There definitely looks like a mix of woods here but without aN ad to go off……i wish i could find more info on this line! I am currently shopping for some high end Clarence house yardage to redo the seats.

72” credeNza with hutch top. Glass sliding doors (not shown) and lots of storage. There are 2 AdjustAble shelves across the main sectioN and 2 shelves in each of The side cabinets. I diD not have them in for the picture.

36” petite server iS On HOLD FOR A COLLECTOR, she’s so cute!

If you gotta have any of this reach out! Many of my items get snagged quickly these days and I’d hate for someone to miss out. My new job is firing up shortly so my availability may be sketchy from here on out. I will make time for deliveries, when I can. Thanks for your support this year! I am optimistic that having a career and a business on the side is how I need to continue as I am less stressed with a real income. Looking forward to 2021 with new finds, new restorations and new adventures!

It is too late now to get a holiday package from me but you can shop my retail space this Wednesday for sure! Contact me if you want to pick something up there and I can bring it. Lots of great gifts in my space which I am quite sad to see are still there. I try to have fun with my space but the locals don’t get me, It is what it is…..primitives and chalk paint aren’t me so I gotta just get over the fact that people around here just aren’t my customer. 🤪. My kitchen towels are a hit though and I have lots of fun ones so stop by….,10-6 Wednesday 23rd but not sure Christmas Eve hours, then Sat and Sun regular hours. Check Fleetwood Antique Mall or GRQ used Furniture pages to confirm! Have a super holiday!
XO Malissa

Holiday Ramp Up!

Greetings and Salutations! The holidays are upon us! This year has been crazy for the home goods circuit and it is not showing any signs of slowing. That is great for me as turning my inventory quickly is my goal and there are lots of shoppers to help me do that. If you need a gift and I can assist, reach out! I would gladly add wrapping or a card. I do not charge extra as it is so rare that anyone asks! If you need shipping, please make your purchase early! I hate being stressed that a package won’t make it in time for gifting. That said, cross country shipments may go Fed Ex Ground and that may take up to 5 days to arrive. I would gladly price out expedited shipping if you need an upgrade….just ask. I am currently available for deliveries and meets but that status changes by the minute.

Here are some updates since my last note:

I have been working hard on my lists of to do projects and just finished up a most amazing dining set!

Hoover Chair Co. super blond set!

Seats 4, add the 12” leaf to accommodate 6

GORGEOUS franciscan starburst print on thr side chairs and a joybird tweed On the arm chairs. Perfect for your retro dining rOom!

Aqua, yellow and sage green design with gold and silver starS. Atomic fun! The blond finish is lovely and shows the wood grAins just perfeCt. Everything is in very Good structural condition. We reinforced the blocks the table legs screw Into with steel plates. The seats have all new foam and padding too, sellinv the table and chairs together. I also have the oRiginal table pads thaT are in fragile but usable condition. Message me to ARRANGE DELIVERY in the region! Add on either or both of the matching case pieces at $100 EaCh! 💗💗💗. Etsy price $900, local cash price $700.

I have been adding new items to my Etsy shop regularly so check back often. Some of the new goodies are shown below.

RareR orange butterprint pyrex set! 💗💗💗

Super sturdy rattan bar cart/ tea cart

Fun boho peacock chair!

2 styles of vintage african mudcloth throws. This one is a light indigo denim. The other is a hand woven indigo Solid. Chexk them out in my etsy shop.

The saLe is on all weekend lOng!

I am stOcked with gifts! Come sEe me at fleetwood antique mall! Open 10-6 WED-SUN. Join me black friday nov 27, small biz sat Nov 28, and Keep the sale going sunday nov 29th and save 20% off your purchase! I may come hang out Sat—-stay tuned to my social media for updates. Would loVe to see you guys and help you shop!

If you need shipping on a large item—-get an instant quote Here! My Shop will be discounted these days so it is a goOd time to commit, * no guarantees the Shippers will deliver by christmas.

One last thing! Please help me out with a googLe Review!

Have a safe holiday! Reach out if you need to schedule a touch free delivery or drop off! I do wear a mask and take precautions. All upholstered goods are sanitized prior to shipping/delivery. XO Malissa

Officially back (for now)!

Hey everyone! I made it! I got relieved of my 2020 Census duties on Oct 22nd! I am, consequently, in the process of being hired for another Current Survey position with the Bureau for a 5 month operation next year. This new gig will be home based and I will be contacting households in my county that are in the Survey program collecting their data. These Surveys are awesome tools for businesses and the country at large and I am happy to be a part of it. While I understand how it will go down, I also know that things are a bit different in the ‘real’ Census Bureau vs what I was doing with the Decennial Census but I am expecting to have more availability as the field jobs are typically not 40 hours a week gigs and that should work out just fine! Plus it gives me an income which encourages me to spend more money on inventory. I don’t take money out of my business except to pay for my car and other business related expenses. This is how I can continue to grow but at the same time, it does not help my household. I have determined that ‘doing it all’ may be the only way to succeed and I am OK with that. :).

So, where we left off: My couch! She’s home! Not totally complete as I have work to finish but really only just got here and have been making up for lost time as everyone seems to want me for something. My husband made me some temporary legs so as I wait for the final legs to be made from one of my former coworkers, we can still use the couch. I also need to start working on the walnut skirt trim and I did purchase my finish for that so just need to do a little sanding and finish them up. My husband also has some things to do on the hanging cabinet. BUT….we are using it and am thrilled!!!! Of special note is that lovely leather ottoman! I just purchased that from Joybird, where I have a trade account. It is very good quality (although not made in the US….boo) and I am so happy as it makes an additional sprawling space which we were used to with our former sectional. If anyone wants to purchase from Joybird, I can be your middleman, however, you would have to pay in full for the item and could not use the payment plans they offer. Just a note on that. I have purchased fabrics from them and for clients which works out great for remote restorations.

Since that photo was taken, we have added a few more blocks to the ‘legs’ so it is closer to the height it will be with the new legs and casters. <3. *Pillows made by me, blue is vintage 80s KNOLL TEXTILES, brown pattern is TRINA TURK for F SCHUMACHER.

You are spying a Jim Eldon for Knoll oak and leather top coffee table in that shot. It is beautiful! I just bought it and had to try it out at my sofa, however, I had already purchased the ottoman and they will not work together. That coffee table is in excellent condition minus a few small leather scuffs which I think I can repair. I will work on that before I list it. It is one AMAZING and utilitarian table. I really do love it. The story there——-I went shopping at a retired VP of Finance for Knoll’s home. He moved in with his son who is know caring for him and they are downsizing some of his collection. I got to hear some fun stories of life growing up with a house full of designer furniture and about his dad’s days in the corporation. I also was able to purchase some very sweet items. Here is a better shot of the Jim Eldon table.

Beautiful oak, impeccable condition. The flaws are in the far right corner but I am pretty certain with some toothpicks, glue and a youtube vid, I can get them cleaned up. All of the fibers are intact, they just need to be put back in place.

The piece de la resistance (in my best FAUX FRENCH accent—channelling my Grandmama who was raised in Quebec) is the beautiful 72” Florence Knoll bench. This ICONIC piece is in immaculate condition. Brown leatherette tufted upholstery is flawless and the chrome is very clean. I will be polishing it before it leaves here. The label, which is in PERFECT condition, I might add, dates it to the 1960s- POST 1961. This piece is perfect in a commercial setting as that is what it was made for. If you see clients and need a lovely piece to show off in your space, this is perfect. In a home, it would be impressive in a hall of entry or even at the foot of your bed! OOOHHH LA LA! Add some fur or a cream throw and it will look so cozy. You can do a lot with it. This rare piece is also in perfect structural condition (you know how I am with upholstery) and the foam is soft and she was probably in a climate controlled environment most of her life. BONUS. Without further adieu, meet this lovely example of fine mid century design:

Seats 4. This version is the longest version they made and is not currently being produced by Knoll.

This piece belongs in a museum. Serious shoppers can find her already in my etsy shop, coming soon to my chairish shop. This is a true collectors piece!

Knoll’s office was at 320 Park Ave from 1961-1970.

After 1970, the office moved to Fifth Avenue. If you look on the right you will see a lovely striped casement on display in the new showroom.

I was able to purchase two bolts of this fabulous sheer casement yardage in two color ways! Circa 1970. I believe it is cotton/linen but I am trying to determine that. The book this pic was in did not have any deets on this line. I have much more of the yellow/orange but there is ample available here to do something fun with and share that fun with others. After I do some more research, I will be pricing it out by the yard. The edges are finished that all you need to do is hem the bottom and sew the top to accommodate your curtain rod or window treatment. They are sheer but not too sheer and will make a lovely colorful accent to your windows! Also a rare collectible in such quantities, I feel very privileged to be able to host them and hopefully use a bit in my own home.

Blond “Cesca” chair designed by Marcel Breuer in the 1920s during the Bauhaus movement. I have a set of 4 black ones that I will be recaning, by hand, the one seat bottom. This chair is a newer production than my black set, and I will definitely be researching to see if it was made in the Gavina plant in Italy or after Knoll started producing them here. The cane on this chair is sheet cane (much easier to replace) and I will be replacing the seat and the back. Otherwise, she’s in beautiful condition. I will definitely share more comparison shots of this chair and the earlier ones and maybe do a write up or video. :)

One last thing- I bought a similar teak danish 2 piece unit from a friend who was moving. It is not perfect but a real nice piece. (this pic is not mine). I will get it set up and pics taken soon. It can be used without the top to make a nice credenza. The top piece has some warping and there are some other minor issues but it will be a great starter piece if you love Danish and do not want to invest a fortune. Will be pricing this piece for local market and reach out if you are in the region and interested until I get that done.

I think the covers most of my latest additions. The dining set I was recovering on the last update sold within hours of me listing it and is waiting to get picked up to move to Wisconsin. Things have been really flying out the door this year and I will say, do not hesitate if you think you want something I have. I will hold things or even take a deposit but in this market, things are not here long. ALSO….ETSY is now offering a 4 installment payment plan with NO INTEREST! This may help you afford a big ticket item without putting it on a credit card. PLEASE read the terms! I think these plans work great IF you follow the rules and do not miss any payments. It truly is no interest until you screw up. I believe their plan is set up for 4 biweekly payments so you have about 2 months to pay it off. You will see this option and details on every listing you see on etsy. It was nothing I had to opt in to participate in. This is a fun and exciting product for holiday shopping! Keep that in mind and choose etsy to support small business just like mine all season long!

Thanks for checking in with me as I do appreciate those of you who take time out of your day to ready my blog! I will be hustling over the next 2 months to get some projects done and things listed. STAY TUNED!

xo Malissa

Latest finds and updates

Here we are in October! I am still working for the census. We are supposed to finish field operations by midnight Monday but there are also things going on behind the scenes so it’s not over until it’s over. I could be here a week or two more, or another month. It’s hard to say!

That said, I managed to pick up a really cool 1959 dining room which needs a good cleaning and a few minor issues to tend to. The maker, Hoover Chair Company of Lexington, NC, went out of business in 1968. I have a dining table which has great legs, one leaf and the table pads are in great shape, matching one piece narrow china hutch and a compact credenza. There are also 6 dining chairs, 4 armless plus 2 with arms. They need a little tending to and new seat foam and fabric would put them over the top. Will price by the piece but if you are interested in building a set, bulk pricing available. As always, if you want to DIY the repairs I can give you my best price. Here are a few pics.

As found and ready for some new seats!

Beautiful blond china cabinet with glass doors and chrome hardware. Not mInt but far from trAshed. Priced to move locally!

Side board in it’s home since 1958! Comes with good juju as it’s former owner died at the age of 106! I do sage my storage area here and there to protect you from transient energY if you are sensitive to that kind of stuff! Hey, we are in october now so spookiest time if the year!

View of table. It has awesome legs and ferrule on the bottom. One leaf and original Custom table pads includeD. Will get pics soon. Want to make a few steel plate reinforcements for the blocks the legs screw in as over time has weakened them. One already has neen repaired. If it interests you let me know and i will get on it as fast as i can. I may keep the chairs and table together as a set. I think it may make more sense.

Farmhouse simplicity! Maple end table pair. Finish is in great shape. Only needs a few touch ups.

It’s a side table...it’s a humidor…it has a mosaic tile top!

Copper lining!

3 piece bookcase set! Solid wood with rustic style. Refinish or leave as is. Nice peg legs. Pier cabinets can be arranged separately! I have a heywood set just like it and it’s fun to play with!

I am working on getting the lane rhythm chairs redone! I have 2 more seats to do then onto cleaning up the wood. I have an interested party, if she passes they will hit the open market. Using a nice cream tweeD on thr seats which looks great with the walnut wood. The Creden from this lane dining room is being delivered to manhattan tomorrow!

My couch went to the upholsterer a few weeks back!

It’s going back together! Here is a sneak peEk of the back showing my new fabric! The supports are all done and he bought me 4” foam for the seat. Cannot wait to get it into mu living room! I just got the walnut monocoat fInish and will be working on the trim.

That’s a lot of update! I am really busy and of course, the end of the census got pushed back to the 31st of October now so my lay-off may be as well. Just going to ride out the wave and try to keep up. Reach out if you need me!

XO Malissa

Sales, event this weekend!

Madmodworldvintage.etsy.com

Busy week! I have guests arriving tomorrow night so wanted to give you a quick blow by blow of weekend shopping opportunities! My Etsy shop is still running a big sale, many items are included. Come check that out as that is where most of my inventory is. MadModWorldVintage.etsy.com

This weekend only! 15% off my listings. Go here For instant shipping quotes oN my fUrniture. My newest chair is not live yet, but maybe over the weekend she will pop up, if you are new to chairish, sign up for your account snd they will Email you a coupon to use towards the service fee. EmaiL me for questions! chairish.com/shop/madmodworldvintage

My retail space is hosting a craft fair on Saturday! There will be vendors and food selling outside. Make sure you visit my retail space upstairs in the barn! My Halloween items are waiting! Camping, boho and awesome decor await! Fleetwood Antique Mall, 14129 Kutztown Rd, Fleetwood, PA 19522. Open 10-6 through Sunday. The craft fair is 11:00-3:00 Saturday!

AT fleetwood antique mall/GRQ USED FURNITURE

Look for me on 2nd floor, reaR of the barn!

Featured items include a super cute 2 pc mid CENTURY hUtch in the perfect size- only $150! Lots of eclectic goods for your space.

Stocked with great textiles and fun picnic and camping accessories for fall!

One final note! I have been waiting a long time for this couch! I finally took her to the upholsterer for the rebuild! Can it wait to see her. It will take some weeks so stay tuned!

She’s stripped of thr walnut trim, back cabinet and legs.

If anyone from Brooklyn is shopping for a large item, I am delivering there in a few weeks. Email me to see if I can fit what you want in my van! 👌
Have a super weekend! XO Malissa ❤️