I laughed out loud when I saw the nightstand drawer in your cart. I have seen fights over 1st rights. I always grab a cushion or drawer to prevent someone else from taking an item. I do the same when purchasing on FB Marketplace or a curb/trash pickup. I gut the item and send the movers back for the shell.

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Haha I love that you caught that!!! The staff was so busy I couldn’t flag someone down so I figured no one would want to buy a dresser with a missing drawer 🤷🏻‍♀️😂

@KarisParadiseVintage

2 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you said this. I thought, wait a minute, Laura! What's that wood thing in your cart?? 😂

@theresakralik1820

2 ай бұрын

Lol. ​@@KarisParadiseVintage

@theresakralik1820

2 ай бұрын

​@@leftcoastrevivals. Lol. Taking a drawer or cushion works every time.

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

I’ll have to share this pro trip!! 🤣😆

One of my most favorite things about you and your channel is your desire to constantly learn! I love that you travel not to just travel and sightsee, but you go to learn. You’re fabulous Laura and thank you for this video ❤ it is really great!

My vote is everything light and bright. For the first time I framed all my art, I did them in black frames, and I am loving it! There is something so classy about them all one color, it creates in my opinion almost like a texture to the walls as well as the beautiful picture’s to look at when you get up close. You have amazing taste, so I am sure you will make it gorgeous whatever you choose. 😊

@charity2727

Ай бұрын

Agree

I think if you do dark paint on the walls all the frames should be light. You will have the dark from your walls showing around the frames. However, you should do what YOU want in your home!😊❤

Everything light and bright!! I like the natural wood frames ams cream mats. Everything you do is beautiful.

Light and Bright.

You are such an inspiration! The chance u took to build your business and to trust your great eye for things. It seems like you are truly living the dream!

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the encouragement!! 🥰❤️ It’s so appreciated!

Everything light and bright will look amazing against the darker walls

$200 n now look at you go! You’re such an inspiration!

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! It’s kinda fun knowing I never invested more than what profits I made off that first $200 and then just kept working hard and reinvesting! So appreciate your support! ❤️

Light and bright. That chest of drawers is fabulous

I appreciate you showing how you changed / cleaned up your pieces.

We have a lot of family photos (covering several generations) and I love seeing them every day. So many people who visit us comment on them. Your groupings will be awesome.

That was so wonderful of you to fix the vase. I love wabi sabi! My son in law is into Japanese culture and taught me about it. You have THE Best Style and vision!!

I like the lighter frames it’s a nice contrast. You’re very knowledgeable about what you find and I like everything you pick up

The black mat makes the pictures pop better.

@janedunton4104

2 ай бұрын

I agree.

@charity2727

Ай бұрын

I agree as well but think that if the wall is going to be dark, the black matting would call for more lighting in the room.

Sitting here during a stormy night in Texas waiting for my Laura video to brighten my weekend!!

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

I’m watching a stormy night in Texas as I type this! What part are you in? I just shopped Canton flea market yesterday and today. I’ve never seen lightening like this! ⛈️ ❤️

@AverageAufa

2 ай бұрын

It’s a stormy morning here in Singapore 😅 love you Laura!!

@MsRoseteach

2 ай бұрын

@@leftcoastrevivals You are an hour and 1/2 east .....hope you found a good place to stay .....and lots of silver and turquoise!

@treeannie8831

2 ай бұрын

@@leftcoastrevivalsI’m in Texas too just north of Dallas. I didn’t know we were supposed to get more rain! I am dying like a school girl just knowing yall are right down the road!! 🎉w😮❤ tree from texas 🇨🇱. PS I got my first little folk art wooden kitty cat in an online auction today!! Thanks to you I have yet another addiction starting. 😳

@SharonNickson

2 ай бұрын

So cool you’re in Texas! Welcome!

Wow what an amazing transformation on the frames

I’m happy to see you back at ReTails, Come see us more often, LO

So many thoughts on this one today! 1) I love it when you show how you clean up and restore the items you buy. Thank you for including that bit! 2) Looking forward to seeing how you do the kintsugi. I have a broken piece of pottery I’ve been wanting try repairing using that technique. 3) Can’t wait to see your Japan videos! We went in June 2023 as a graduation present for my son and it was an amazing experience. My kids still talk about it constantly! 4) My favorite was actually the gossamer-sleeved sweater that you picked up - so cute! 5) Christi and I would love to join you for some thrifting adventures the next time you are in Vancouver! 😁

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Japan was unbelievable! We had the most amazing time there 🥰 Haha Jesse wants to move there! I can see why your kids still talk about it. I haven’t done the Kintsugi yet but I bought a whole kit in Kyoto and can’t wait to test it out on a few pieces I have set aside (and the one in today’s video!) I’ll make sure to post a video on it as soon as I do it 😁

That beautiful dresser was my favorite!!

I would think that the light wood frame with a black matting would look really pretty. Everything you do always turns out looking great!

Mix it up. Love the chest of drawers and the charcuterie board. Lovely to see you again.

I have a friend who is an artist. She has two walls covered in large pictures of women. Her walls are white. All her frames are very wide & black. It is stunning.

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Sounds amazing!!

LOVE this month's shop. All that oversized jewelry made me think you were paying tribute to Iris Apfel. She woud have loved it!!

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Oh love her ❤️ She was (still is) an inspiration!!!

@persiphonehellecat

2 ай бұрын

@@leftcoastrevivals Yes - she sure was. Nobody could mix styles better. When I saw all the chunky jewelry, I said "It's Iris Apfel Month!! Being 70, she is proof that I don't have to give up my babydoll dresses and animal prints! I can be whoever I want to be. She is absolutely an inspiration to all us ladies who are growing older with style and grace! She will be missed!

@debbiekennedy6030

2 ай бұрын

@@persiphonehellecat Gurrrl, you do you! I'm 65 and have been known for my wild clothes. I'm an old rock chick and a creative. Dressing as funky as we wanna be keeps us young! Iris was a torch in the spirits of senior ladies.

@persiphonehellecat

2 ай бұрын

@@debbiekennedy6030 Thank you! I am Granny's Vintage Gypsy because my Granny used to tell me of all her 17 grandchildren, I was her gypsy. And that is never gonna change. I LOVE my minis, boots, hats, jewelry, bell bottoms - all of it. And it's ALL thrifted! Everything! The only change is at the start of the pandemic, I stopped coloring my hair. My motto is WWJD only the J stands for Janis. I like to think of myself as what my girl Janis would have been as an old broad. We didn't reach this age for nothin' - live and breathe and be the person you want to be. It makes me happy. And it made Iris Apfel happy and she lived to the ripe old age of 100 being exactly who she wanted to be. Yes, she is our role model - the leader of our pack of free spirited older women. Viva Iris!

@bettemoran8217

2 ай бұрын

Iris’s book was so interesting. And inspiring.

I need to hand it to you...........filming while hanging onto a cart inside a thrift store full of people is a talent! I told Tim I had no idea how you guys do this so effortlessly! Love this video! Say hey to Mya from me! Loved hearing your backstory of the $200 investment :)

Perfectly imperfect…. I love that. That’s one reason I don’t mind chips in glass or pottery…just turn it around.

I went thrifting today and made a second score of the week. I found a Grays watercolor painting. Again, I wouldn't of even know if it weren't for you! I love learning!

I especially like the light oak and cream frames. They’ll look cohesive all throughout the basement/den. Against the dark walls you’ll get the “pop” you want

Welcome back, I have been having withdrawal symptoms waiting for your next video. I'm sure you have a marvelous time in Japan, and can't wait to see the videos of that trip. ❤

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

It was amazing! We got some incredible footage! Cant wait to share soon!

Black with the ash frames, the black makes the photos pop and I personally like the mixture of frame colors.

Laura, you are the best at thrifting and staging but I am even more of a fan now when I saw your concern with the aerosol spray paint remover. Sooo many youtubers steer us wrong when it comes to these chemicals and safety so I appreciate you!

I would use light frames but alternate the colour of the mounts. Amazing results once you got rid of that varnish. The chest of drawers is lovely. I love the colour

I really like the light wood frame. I loved the dresser. Good job. It's funny I like your style in decorating your home. I love natural colors.

Light and bright on the frames and my favorite item was the cabinet or chest of drawers 🥰🦋🦋🦋🌻🌻🌻🐝

I loved the charcuterie board! It needs a good sanding to get rid of the knife marks, but the mineral oil sure did liven the wood up!

Laura my favorite item is the dresser♥️👍👍😊😊

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Isn’t it fabulous! I love the art deco shape on the sides! 😍

You’re a joy to watch!

My favorite thing you picked up was the Haywood Wakefield style dresser. Very nice!

Light and bright is my vote

@mariaroldan4200

2 ай бұрын

Agree!

The dresser looks so beautiful 😊

The dresser!!! And I think you are going to have to try both the cream snd black!

Hi Laura I love your show. Always waiting for Saturday. Could you please do more longer video ❤.

@treeannie8831

2 ай бұрын

Be sure to check her home page where she has tons of videos! I love knowing there is yet uncharted territory there just waiting to be discovered! 😂😂❤❤

@shairuzpammi9136

2 ай бұрын

I saw all of her videos. But look and listen to her more and more❤

The dresser was the best find of the day. I love the frame idea. I prefer the black mat but without seeing it on the wall, I am uncertain. You choose, your house and your style are awesome, it will be great.

I got my French dishes and pots and pans at a flea market in Germany. I started going to them at 16. I have collections of things I got there. One time pewter then linens then wooden plates etc.

My favorite videos are the goodwill findings. I adore this wood dresser looks so classy and natural. Laura you have been a real inspiration for me during these years. I live in Paris and watching your videos I decided to open my Etsy shop with French antiques Cilenaantiques and I'm doing pretty good now. All this thank to you. You've made so much progress since your Etsy shop to your wonderful channel and your group antique trips. Thank you for being here for us. Good luck with all your projects!🥰

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and I’m soooo happy for your Etsy shop!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Hello, make sure you come the first weekend in October to Las Vegas. Go to Boulder City, Nv (1/2 hour drive). Boulder City has so many Antique/thrift shops plus this is also the weekend of Art in the Park (a craft/antique/art festival for free). This little town comes alive with festivities, people and thrifting. It’s a wonderful weekend. Bring a van to transport your new treasures!

Great job on the frames! Fascinating process, to see what’s under there! I used to work for the company that makes Klean Strip about 30 years ago. We all joked about never drinking the water from the water fountain. I worked in the office, but you could smell the chemicals coming from the plant all day.

Love the dark with the light oak,beautiful!

I like contrast, so I am voting for both light wood and black frames. Can't wait to see it.

Light and bright! Excited to see the final product. The sample frame is awesome.

I like the mix of the black and light your pictures are beautiful I can't wait to see it coming along ❤❤ great finds today Hun 😊

I love how the frames came out. I like my matting and frames to compliment the photos. I’ll keep neutral to blend with decor and walls.

Love the dresser! Love everything you got. I also loved the wooden box. I have a couple. Haven't seen one with colored bits before. I've learnt so much watching your videos. I notice things that I would have missed before, especially ceramics and art. As to the frame project, you will need to try a few pieces on the wall to decide. I have no doubt that whatever you do will be fabulous. 🥰

Another banger,Laura! I am always impressed with the consistent quality of your content. It has been a joy following along with your success as your business has grown and evolved. I have learned so much about vintage and how to decorate in an accessible, fun way. My home is homier because of you. Thanks so much!!

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Catherine! ❤️❤️❤️

You always find great things and style them beautifully. I would liked to have seen all the jewellery laid out. 😍 After you clean the stain off the frames, to make them look even nicer, I would use Rustoleum white wax on the frames. Brush on with a round brush, and wipe back. The dresser looks amazing. Can't wait to see your Japan trip video. They make such beautiful things too. 👍😁🌺

Loved the Japanese vase and can’t wait to see your Japanese tour! My family and myself visited Tokyo 6 years ago and looking forward to visiting more of Japan, especially the gardens!

I would love to hear more about your journey from picture frame Etsy store to where you are now! You should do a video!

Love the black mat with the big pic. Looks great with your outfit

I was so happy to see you that I watched the video twice.

Love your videos! You are a decorating genius. Nice frames! 🩷

All light on the frames. The chest of drawers is my favorite. Beautiful!

I like the idea, to mix some black frame with the natural wood frames.😊

I love all your videos. You are awesome 🤩😎 I think you should keep all the frames light and bright 😍

Thanks, Laura, for reminding me to shop at Vancouver thrift stores more. I am literally 15 minutes from some of them. I love your frame project, but personally I would keep them all light & bright, although I do like the look of black matting, too. You could always scatter a few with the black matting on your shelves downstairs & not on the wall, that way you have the variety. 😊

I like light frames and matting. You can always scatter some black on black in other parts of the house. Don’t just leave beautiful family pics for the basement. 😊 Great video. I am always inspired by your finds and styling.

I love that wood carved picture frame (and liked the print in it too)!

Beautiful beautiful things found today !!!! ❤🦘

My favorite piece from this haul would have to be the dresser. It's gorgeous...especially after you cleaned it up! And just as a non-professional opinion...I would keep all the frames, and MOST of the matting light, but have a sprinkle of black matting here and there. But hey, your choice! Nice video. Saludos from Paraguay!

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

I think I might try that! Once I have 10 or so and I can see how it would all look together on the wall I think that will help a ton.

Yes mix black and cream

Love the oak with the light. So fun to see you do this. I love natural wood

I really thought that was a Heywood Wakefield piece too. I would have bought that for sure.

Love your finds! Great tips on food grade mineral oil & using chemicals, can't be safe enough. Bottom line, clean ANYTHING you buy 2nd hand, you don't know the prior owner's level of cleanliness! I loved the wooden carved frame (but like the "ash" color one too@). 😂❤ LGIT, lib grandma in Texas 🎉

Huge fan, would love to see you out shopping some time. Live in Mississippi, great thrifting in the south. Had a store called Trashy Women, had to close our store due to Covid. You could always come thrift in my house if your ever in the South!! Keep the frames light!!!

Love the dresser you found and cleaned it. You're style is awesome ❤

Love the dresser for 30 dollars!! Great find!! I think all the frames need to be the same light wood.🤗

It blows my mind that I could literally run into you at one of the thrift stores in Vancouver WA!! I would love to meet you someday and I absolutely love watching your videos! 😊

@leftcoastrevivals

2 ай бұрын

I hope our paths cross!

I wouldn't mix the light with the dark. I really liked the soft cream mat with the oak frame better than the black.

Ooooo--you found some vintage Laurel Burch earrings! The little silver birds, I have those in my collection of Laurel Burch jewelry that started out in the early 1980s. Great find! Also, I would say an eclectic mix of frame colors/matting in the lighter wood/cream and black frames and black matting--but I would mix it up, too…what would cream matting look like inthe black frames and/or black matting in the light wood tone? Plus with your huge gallery wall of photos I would also add a few items that break up all of the frames. It’s going to be sooo good! 🌸

I liked the bright framed picture design. If your going a charcoal wall color stay lighter colors with your pictures. Try a bit lighter wall color then do the black matting with the blonde frame. I like a lighter wall color in basements.

Hi Laura. I think having a mixture of the oak with the cream and the black with the black would make your gallery wall looks more interesting.

I think the blonde and cream matt is enough on the frames, that way the photos are a focal point, and there is a lot of dark and richness in the space, so the contrast would be the frames themselves, and would lighten the space.

Mix it, black stands out, unless your putting the pics on black or gray, then do em natural.❤

Light and bright for your photo wall.

Hello! Laura always finds great treasures!!!

My. Favorite is the dresser. Beautiful!

Hi BFF❤😂🎉It’s your Bestie, Amy from MN! All blonde wood frames only. Adding black will look choppy and will distract from the cohesiveness. Great dresser!

Light and bright!❤

your frame looks fabulous

Hi Laura, really enjoyed your haul. My fav was the 3 drawer chest. It looked like new when you were done cleaning it. Love your videos when you do thrifting.

Light and bright especially in a basement. You said that white matting felt too harsh. Honestly, I didn't care for the matting color you had, maybe a grayer white, just slightly. Thanks for the vid! Oh, and so happy you got the maple chest!! Beautiful piece!

The basement is dark, if you paint the walls dark too I think the light frames with light mounts will brings out the photos more.

I use black mat a lot. It makes photos and art pop.

Personally, on my wall, I like very black frames with very white mats but first i digitally edit photos and darken the photos around the edges of the image with one of the photo editors. In editor, I found there are several types of black and white choices. I either make them all in black and white or all in sepia. I love my photo wall but mine is against a knotted pine wood wall. Thanks...

I love black mats for my frames as well, I like to pair them with silver vintage frames...makes them look stunning!

I think you should mix the mat colors...black and white for interest

The Heywood Wakefield dupe chest is a nice representation of the original... which I kept from my mother's estate sale. No one knew what it was, so my price was way too high. Since I'd just built a new barn I put the 5 pieces I have in storage. Some day someone will be looking for them. 🤑

Thank you for another thoroughly enjoyable video🥂 I would be consistent with blonde wood frames and ivory matting, so that the photos are the star vs distracting with black frames and mattes also. Wishing you a wonderful weekend🌞

I vote a mixture of mats. That way it looks luke they were collected over time, not created all at once. 😊

Hi Laura, the dresser was an amazing find. How did the vase repair go? Thank you for sharing 💗

I think everything lite and brite. The wall wouldl be the contrast