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In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 2, Episode 3, Episode 5, Episode 6, Episode 8, Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House?

A Love Letter To Vintage Kitchens (and Butler’s Pantries!)

For years, the appliance retailer has helped make vintage-inspired dreams come true for Cheap Old Houses fans with multiple giveaways of beautiful SMEG refrigerators — full-size and mini, alike! When Elizabeth and Ethan asked, innocently, “what are the chances you’d like to help us absolutely transform a handful of kitchens for ‘Who’s Afraid of a Cheap Old House?’,” AjMadison answered simply, “we’re in. Whatever you need.”

July 5, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 8, Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House?

REVEALED: Our Favorite Source for Retro-inspired Bathrooms

The Bold Bathroom Co. is to thank for the double-take of striking blue pedestal sinks in the redesigned bathroom in Menands, and their motto resonates with us so deeply: “Bathrooms have been white for too long. Think again. Think BOLD.” Bring on the color! Coral, mint and so many other retro hues.

July 3, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 5, Episode 7, Episode 8, Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House?

How to Print Wallpaper By Hand (and with Love!)

You can count on one hand the number of makers in the United States still producing wallpaper using the manual process of block-printing. And even fewer specialize in reproducing historical wallpaper patterns, but Adelphi Paper Hangings in Sharon Springs, NY, is one such company to know and celebrate.

July 2, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 2, Episode 4, Episode 7

Three Working Artists You Can Support Today

A room isn’t complete until there’s art on the walls — don’t you agree??? Styling homes for “Who’s Afraid of a Cheap Old House?” was an opportunity for us to feature the work of artists whose whimsy, skill, love of color, and sense of daring was a perfect contemporary complement for rooms anchored in history.

June 28, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 7

Watch as a Literal Truckload of Antiques Magically Appears!

Special delivery from Long Island City, Queens, NYC! The signature Big Pink Truck from Piece of Cake Moving, loaded to the brim with treasures from Newel Antiques.

June 26, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 1, Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House?

Where to Shop for Craftsman and Mission Style

Stickley Furniture, a beloved heritage brand established in 1900 and still producing beautiful handcrafted furniture today, is coveted for their Mission- and Craftsman-style pieces. We were so fortunate to work with them when creating this serene bedroom retreat for Ali and Nur. Gustav Stickley would love this Arts & Crafts bungalow bedroom, at the center of one of the most dramatic transformations in this perfect little house.

June 21, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 6, Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House?

How to Restore Craftsman-Era Charm, One Tile at a Time

Heritage Tile is synonymous with Subway Ceramics, the beautiful tile first made in the early 1900s for the New York City subway stations. But their collections go far beyond the 3×6 light-reflecting white tiles!

June 19, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 5

On the Count of Three … STRIP!

In the digital age, millennials are rewriting the rules of real estate, and the journey to homeownership has taken a captivating turn. Enter Instagram, the visual-centric social media platform that has become more than just a space for sharing snapshots of daily life.

June 12, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 4

Mow It! Grind It! Mulch It!

Nuisance stumps? Gone! Overgrown flagstone pathway? Revealed? Soft foundation beds to compliment the stunning new exterior paint? Mapped out and planted by local landscape guru our fellow Washington Co., NY, residents need to know!

June 7, 2024

In Cheap Old Houses, Episode 4, Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House?

Here’s the Secret to Sourcing the Best Midcentury Furniture in the Country

It started with a nightstand. After stumbling upon a beautiful single side table in a shop locally, we sent a reference image to Modern Hill Furniture who, experts that they are, immediately knew the design and maker *and* recognized the piece from their own inventory.

June 5, 2024