I forgot this thing...and this other thing.

When I posted photos yesterday of some of my SIL's latest finds, I completely forgot to include a shot of my favorite piece! (I'm starting to think that some of my "forgetting" is actually the result of a subconscious desire to keep these great pieces close to me for as long as I can.)

It's a vintage Packard Bell stereo, and it's hands-down the most gorgeous one we've had in the store so far. The style is spectacular, the components are nothing short of space-age, and the sound is wonderful. Take a look at this baby.

How sleek is this?

My SIL says it looks like a cold war targeting system!

If I hadn't bought a vintage Curtis Mathes stereo just a few months ago, I'd seriously be raking my pennies together. If you'll recall, I found it at an estate sale and picked it up for the store, but my SIL said he didn't like it (What?!?!? Who can resist those tambour doors?), so I kept it for myself. He ate his words the other day and admitted that the more he sees it, the prettier he thinks it is. But it's mine...all mine! ::diabolical laugh::

I also neglected to include a photo of this beautiful Chesterfield chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, which is one classy piece of furniture. How do you forget something this unforgettable? It's in such pristine condition...and it's such a perfect example of Wormley's signature modern take on a classic style.

Both these pieces have attracted considerable attention on our Facebook page, so I doubt they will be in the store long. Whoever takes them home will have bragging rights for a long time to come.

Mine, all mine

My SIL sells vintage stereos almost as quickly as he can get them into the store, so when I saw this vintage Curtis Mathes at an estate sale the other day, I picked it up for $100. While most of the stereos we sell in the store have a lids that lift, this one has a solid top. The tambour doors in the front slide open to reveal the radio and Garrard turntable, all in working order.

As it turned out, my daughter and I really liked it, but he prefers something with a little more Danish or German look. I decided to keep it for myself...because I have a soft spot for tambour doors, and I love that I can put my TV on top. It is now at home in the grandsons' playroom, and everyone is happy.

I listed my smaller, blonde credenza on Craigslist, and it's already generating some interest.

My new stereo/TV stand :)