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Educated Shopper: Flea-Market Smarts

The sheer abundance of a flea market combined with the promise of a good deal can scatter even the most collected of wits. Follow our tips to shop like a pro and bring home a treasure.

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Many people are satisfied with the look and price of reproductions for many different items. However, when buying a sconce, search for an antique. Antique sconces retain so much character, it’s worth your time to take your unique piece to a lamp shop for rewiring before you hang the one-of-a-kind lighting.

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