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November:
Treasures
from the Past Antiques: Have you ever been told you can’t
relive the past? Well, at Treasures from the Past Antiques, you can.
“It’s almost like stepping back in time, because you come
in and recognize things from your past,” said Debby Ritterskamp,
advertising administrative manager for the store.
Since 1994, Treasures from the Past Antiques has acted as a sort of
exclusive mall for antiques, with more than 100 vendors inside the building.
The store rents space to the vendors, providing them with a place to
sell their merchandise.
With a setup like that, it’s easy to imagine the kind of selection
they provide.
“Some vendors have garden pieces; another has French country pieces;
another has western pieces,” Ritterskamp said. “Most of the
dealers are pretty eclectic. There’s a lot of variety.”
From furniture to jewelry to toys to coins, there is something there
for everybody, whether you are an avid collector or a casual shopper.
With so many options, the shopping experience might sound like it would
be overwhelming, yet it is anything but.
“What I hear most often from our frequent shoppers is that [shopping
here] is the way they like to unwind and relax,” Ritterskamp said.
“Some piece will bring up a good memory. People say, ‘Oh,
I remember when my mom had that.’ It’s very soothing.”
The aisles are wide and easy to maneuver around in. The store is well
lit and clean. It always has decorated vignettes. And when it comes
to where to go to find what, the dealers know where to direct you and
how to help you.
“I really think this is probably the nicest, prettiest store I’ve
been in,” Ritterskamp said. “It’s a really good environment.”
When it comes down to it, there’s just something special about
the antique items.
“Each piece has its own personality, and you know they last longer
than anything you’re going to buy now in the stores,” Ritterskamp
said.
With the tourist season starting up and the holidays upon us, there
are some good deals to be had, as well. Next up will be the after-Thanksgiving
sale, running Nov. 23-25. Certain pieces could be up to 50 percent off;
some may be even a bit more. You never know when you’ll find a
real treasure at Treasures from the Past Antiques.
“Who knows?” Ritterskamp said. “You might know something
the dealer doesn’t.”
Treasures from the Past Antiques is located at 106 E. McKellips Road
in Mesa. Hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thursday
10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, call
480-655-0090
Elements of Home Flooring +Interiors: Remodeling
any part of your home, whether just one room or the whole house, is
far from easy. There are endless decisions to be made, most of which
come with loads of stress. One big stress factor in a remodel is having
to work with several companies and people. There is one business for
flooring, another for countertops, yet another for tile, and so on.
But with Elements of Home Flooring + Interiors, you can get everything
in one trip.
Owner and operator Marc Vanderwalker has worked in the flooring business
for more than 7½ years in the Valley. About four years ago, he
decided to take a step forward and incorporate his flooring experience
with other elements of the home by opening his own store. He knew that
he didn’t just want to sell flooring: He wanted a place where customers
could come in, get some honest advice on style, color choice, accessory
selection, and receive some good, old-fashioned, quality customer service.
So Elements of Home Flooring + Interiors was born.
This company is the definition of a “one-stop shop.” You can
get everything from floor rugs to window treatments; light fixtures
for inside and out; granite, tile, or ceramic countertops; bathroom
hardware; all types of flooring; and much more. An inviting showroom
displays some combinations of what the company has to offer and to give
you a better idea of how everything comes together. The courteous staff
is available to help with any design needs, down to custom creations
and products.
Once you have selected the products you want, Elements of Home Flooring
+ Interiors will install everything for you! The company is licensed
and bonded.
With everything you need located in one place and factory-direct pricing
combined with professional employees, Elements of Home Flooring + Interiors
is the place to go when considering any kind of remodel or cosmetic
replacement of your home.
Elements of Home Flooring + Interiors is located at 2639 E. Broadway
Road, #C108 in Mesa. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 10 a.m.-4
p.m. on Saturday; extended hours are available by appointment. For more
information on design ideas and products available, call 480-649-9188
or visit www.eohaz.com.
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Russ Lyon Realty Co.
Leap of Faith Dance
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Earnhardt RV.
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