the JOURNAL
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the JOURNAL
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Your Guide to Setting Brocante & Vintage Market Goals for 2025
Plan Your Best Vintage Year Yet: Setting Brocante & Market Goals for 2025 The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect, plan, and set goals for...
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How to Spot Hidden Gems
One of the most thrilling aspects of shopping at a vintage market or brocante is the chance to find that hidden gem — a treasure that’s been overlooked or under...
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What to Avoid at a Vintage Market of Brocante
Whether you're a first-time vintage shopper or a seasoned hunter, we all want to make the most of our market visits. However, even the most experienced shoppers can fall into...
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Secrets to Vintage Hunting
If you’ve ever wandered through a brocante or vintage market, you know the thrill of the hunt: the excitement of discovering unique pieces, the satisfaction of negotiating a good deal,...
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What's HOT in Vintage Now!
Have you ever wondered what’s trending at vintage markets this season? The world of vintage shopping is constantly evolving, and vintage fairs, markets and brocantes are no exception. Every year,...
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La Petite Collection
It maybe small, but it has impact. Vintage and antique art. Nothing transforms a space be it a wall, counter, shelf or window sill like artwork. Nothing personalizes a space...
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Atelier x Maison de Chabris
Women supporting women in business has always been a passion and motivating force during my career. From the time I started as an Employment Consultant, helping people back into the...
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Reflection on Turning 3
We often say time flies when looking at pictures of our youthful self, recall life milestones like graduations, vacations and children, though I never thought I'd use that expression...
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Welcome to Atelier!
Hi everyone, it’s been a while. I thought I'd re-introduce myself to this fabulous community. My name is Kathy, creator of Atelier Chatelaine. It’s been almost three years since the...
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Everything you need to know about the new shop!
It's been a beehive of activity, sourcing, second guessing and discipline, but our new shop is here. Not without its hiccups (which I'll explain in a moment), this is Atelier...
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Sustainable Christmas gifting ideas
The holiday season is upon us! It can be a tricky time to stay on track with your sustainability goals, particularly when it comes to gift-giving. Never fear – we’ve...
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Brand spotlight: FrenchConsul
It's an exciting time at Atelier Chatelaine! A new season brings a whole new line of beautiful French-inspired treats to share with you, and we are thrilled to highlight one...