Archive for December, 2009

Antiques.com – CollectiblesCornertv – Episode #5 – Cameo, Bisque Doll, Meissen, Underground Newspapers – Puck, Judge, Chicago Seed; Google Alerts

December 17th, 2009 by

Tammy begins this episode with explaining cameos, the different kinds and the techniques used to produce them throughout history. She then delves into a little history of Meissen Porcelain in the Ask Tammy segment. We have a very interesting interview with Steve Stillman, an avid collector of underground newspapers. He talks about the history and styles from the 1800’s to the 60’s to the modern internet versions of underground papers of today. In particular Steve gets into Puck and Judge, some of the more popular papers of their time.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – #39 Big Ship Salvage, Weekend Treasure, Hummel Cups and Nautical Lights!

December 17th, 2009 by

Tammy answers a viewer question about Hummel cups and gives us a little history on them. For all of you weekend warriors out there, who brave the garage sale battlefield, we introduce you to Weekendtreasure.com. Lastly, Tammy interviews Carla from Bigshipsalvage.com, a company that salvages lighting and other amazing things from ships that are no longer in use. Check out the cool maritime pieces you can use in your own home.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – CollectiblesCornertv – Episode #4 – Clyfford Still Painting, Lithograph, Antiques, Enamel on Glass, Roadshow

December 17th, 2009 by

Recently, a Clyfford Still painting, that was just sitting in someone’s house, was appraised at $500,000. Tammy gives some tips and tools, so you you won’t let a hidden treasure waste away unnoticed in your attic. Tammy also explains lithography, how it is done and examples of famous artists who have used this printing medium in the past. In this segment we also show some beautiful enameling pieces and explain the process of the art form. Tammy appraises a Hulk Comic Book and a Anri collectible, as well as talks about the effects on value of repaired porcelain.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – #40 Tooty Folk art Winner Announced! American Collectors Insurance, Bing.com

December 17th, 2009 by

We take a little trip back to an earlier episode with Tooty Ulanoff, the recycle queen, to show you some more of her art and how to purchase a piece. Tammy explains the ins and outs of selling your collectibles online. In keeping with the business end of collecting, Tammy interviews Laura from American Collectors Insurance. Laura is a wealth of knowledge on how to go about protecting your collectibles and antiques. If it’s worth collecting, it’s worth protecting!

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – Episode #3 – Daguerreotype, Art Deco, Sterling Silver, John Delaney Antique Clocks

December 17th, 2009 by

Tammy Kahn Fennel educates us on dagguerreotypes, an early form of photography, and the Art Deco Style. Do you have old silver pieces in you china closet? Tammy explains how to tell if it is sterling silver or not. She also give some info and history on silver plating. Time’s a ticking when Tammy interviews John Delaney, an antique clock dealer, who frequently appears on Antiques Roadshow. John give us some great advice on buying antique clocks and their care.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – Episode #2 – Bakelite, Engravings, Ask Tammy, Comic Book Grading (CGC), Overstreet, Timothy Hughes Rare Newspapers

December 17th, 2009 by

Tammy starts this episode with an explanation of Bakelite, a very accessible collectible from the 30’s and 40’s, available in every price range. She also educates us on engravings and some of its many forms. Tammy answers a viewer question on comic book grading and the pros and cons of grading your collection. We then travel to Pennsylvania for a newsworthy interview with Timothy Hughes, of Timothy Hughes Rare Newspapers. Timothy talks about rare newspapers from around the world, including a German paper from 1532 and a first report of the Declaration of Independence, which recently sold for $425,000 at auction. He also gives some helpful tips if you are thinking about starting your own collection.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – Episode #1 – Bidslammer, Beatles Memorabilia, Crazing in Porcelain, Foxing, Ask Tammy – Goebel Gnomes

December 17th, 2009 by

Foxing and crazing are two terms that don’t sound like they belong in the antiques and collectibles world, but are actually pretty important to collectors. Tammy educates us on their meanings. Thinking about starting a collection, but don’t know where to begin? In our Ask Tammy segment, Tammy gives some useful tips and touches on her own Goebel Knome collection. Then it’s off to Liverpool, England for a small tour of Beatles haunts, including the Cavern Club, the first club The Fab Four preformed in. We also have some great examples of Beatles memorabilia in every price range.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – #19 – Clock Repair Interview, Breweriana

December 17th, 2009 by

Cheers! Tammy toasts Breweriana, the sudsy world of  beer related collectibles and explains orotone, a form of photography. We then introduce you to Steven of East Coast Clock Repair. Steve is an expert on vintage and antique clocks. He talks about the repair of these old clocks and the costs of getting broken clocks back to ticking. Plus, he has some tips on collecting and tells us some of his favorite clock makers. Time flies!

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – Collectiblescornertv – #28 Artist Mike Bell, Malie Bingham of VintageShoppingGuide.com, collectibles, Comic Book Convention Finder

December 17th, 2009 by

Tammy introduces us to Mike Bell, an artist whose work is a modern collectible. Also, Tammy talks a bit about rifleing, a term for all those interested in gun collecting. We have a viewer question about Hummel tea sets and a great tip on finding conventions, so you can find that treasure you’ve been searching for. Vintage fashion lovers have a great resource at their finger tips, and we learn all about it during Tammy’s interview with Malie Bingham, owner of  VintageShoppingGuide.com.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)

Antiques.com – CollectiblesCornertv – #16 Auction Wally, Craigslist, Cabriole

December 17th, 2009 by

Filigree and Cabriole are two terms you may not be familiar with, so Tammy explains what both mean. In our Ask Tammy segment, a viewer asks about antiques in this economy. Tammy has some suggestions on what to invest in. We move on to an interview with Walt Kolenda, aka Auction Wally. Walt has been in the auction/antiques biz for over 25 years and now hosts his own podcast show. He gets information on this old business out there, in a new way.

Tammy Kahn Fennell is the host of CollectiblesCornerTV.com and runs VintageRareStuff.com. When she isn’t dealing in antiques and collectibles she’s busy developing applications that help people increase their brand awareness on social networks (marketmetweet.com)