There's just something about old furniture.

I guess I'm still considering designing on a budget and finding unique styles. I'm a build it and/or fix it kind of girl, so I absolutely love consignment stores were someone has fixed it for me and it's old so I don't have to worry about that first scratch.

When older people break out the cliche "things just aren't like they used to be" I am pretty sure they are referring to one of two things, the internet and furniture. The internet is definately better and furniture, unless you are willing to pay a lot of money, unfortunately, has become somewhat lacking. That's not to say Ikea isn't awesome (who doesn't love Ikea?) but the you're not going to be finding Ikea furniture at a consignment store in 50 years and feel like you found a treasure. I love old furniture, it's sturdy.

Consignment adds that one of a kind interest to a room that is just so wonderful. It definately didn't come from a catalog. "Where did you get it? I want one!" I can't keep a secret I'll just tell anyone where I got something. Home Again, The Black Goose, Good Buy Consignment... When I go to these places I get to say "Too Bad!" Unless you want to go searching for a similar thing in consignment stores and flea markets this is (usually) the only one.

With consignment stores there is some patience required, new things come in all the time, if you are looking for something and it isn't there don't be discouraged, keep looking. The right piece comes in if you are flexible.