Melanie Carnation Thomas

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Vintage FashionAntique Hatpins: Stylish Self-ProtectionMelanie Carnation Thomas

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Museum ShowsRound Top: Enjoy the controlled chaos of this mega-antique fairMelanie Carnation Thomas

Collecting 101The Buck Stops Here: House hunting with downsizing in mindMelanie Carnation Thomas

CollectiblesTo Pick or Not to Pick: That is the questionMelanie Carnation Thomas

CollectiblesMishaps, misadventures and mayhem on the roadMelanie Carnation Thomas

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CollectiblesThe Buck Stops Here: Stories of favorite customers have a familiar ringMelanie Carnation Thomas