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As an avid collector of a variety of antiques and collectibles for over 40 years, I know what I'm writing about. Beginning with one modest English writing box, I developed collections of not only writing boxes, but also of Satsuma-style ware, Staffordshire ware, toy trains, Mexican kitchen ware, and Victorian furniture. Friends often say visiting my house is like visiting a museum.

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My antique interest has taken me to England many times, where I've covered the prestigious Chelsea Antique Show in London, as well as several others and have written about antiquing there. I've also gathered items for my collections, as well as done research for feature articles in England, Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, Belgium, and the Netherlands.

Holding a a fine arts degree, I've studied decorative arts and know historic periods from ancient civilizations to Art Deco. I've also written about antiques and collectibles for many antiques and consumer publications and Web sites, including British Heritage, AntiqueWeek, The American Antiquities Journal, Southeastern Antiquing and Collecting Magazine, OldandSold.com, and GeorgiaAntiques.com,

I've also authored two books on antiques for Globe Pequot Press: How to Start a Home-Based Antiques Business and How to Recognize and Refinish Antiques for Pleasure and Profit. Both are on sale at your favorite bookstore or through Amazon.com.

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