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Do you love vintage New Zealand Pottery as much as we do? Naturally locally made pieces are twice as nice. let’s celebrate the countries three most renowned pottery companies are in our little country. Timaru Potteries was originally called South Canterbury Pottery and Mining Company. They produced pieces of pottery from the 1930s until it closed in 1959, using clay from Mt Somers north of Timaru.  During the Second World War the company helped supply the government with crocks, ceramic jars and bottles. These were used to transport petrol and ointment to troops overseas. After the end of the war, Timaru Potteries move to...

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  Give a gift of a vase. Yes a vase! They last longer then the flowers and can be reused. If you want to give flowers buy some ethical and sustainable dried flowers. Buy a reusable, resealable jar and fill it with your mums favorite cookies, chocolates or treats. Want to go all out this year? Why not put together an afternoon tea vintage hamper. Include a floral trio, a teapot, a tea strainer, some embroidered napkins and a set of cake forks and spoons. Come in and spend time looking through vintage postcards or souvenir spoons. Choose one which...

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Let Antique Alley help you create a Royal Atmosphere at your palace. As we are fast approaching King Charles IIIs Coronation. How many people will be celebrating in true British style. Will your celebration be a traditional high tea? A boozy pub lunch or a simple tipple to welcome in the new King. Look no further then Antique Alley for your Royalty Ware and Memorabilia. Remember Prince Charles will soon be King Charles and Prince memorabilia will be hard to find. Here are a few ways to keep it specifically English: Start the party with a Glass of Pimms. Traditional...

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Days are shorter, nights longer and temperatures dropping. Get sorted for Autumn entertainment by creating centerpieces and arrangements in your home. Cosy up with rich warm hues with a touch of dried flowers. Candles and Candelabras - For those darker nights reach for those underused candle sticks. Candles create ambience in any room casting shadows and licking up the walls. Make a statement with free standing wrought iron candelabras beside the mantel or entrance to your home.   Create a centerpiece with vintage silver plated branched candle sticks or light up a bookcase with an enamel wee willy winky to...

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