Discover vintage-inspired table settings for every season and occasion—indoors or out. From cozy cottage breakfasts to romantic garden dinners, these ideas blend timeless style with thrifted charm. If you love setting a table with charm, character, and a touch of nostalgia, vintage-inspired table settings are the perfect way to celebrate every season. From porch picnics…
Explore my top vintage decorating guides and styling inspiration. These cornerstone posts are packed with timeless tips, thrifted ideas, and cozy home charm. Welcome to my Cornerstone Content hub—a collection of my most comprehensive and timeless blog posts. These guides are packed with decorating ideas, thrifted styling tips, vintage shopping inspiration, and DIY projects that…
Discover how to start collecting vintage home decor with this beginner’s guide packed with decorating tips, thrifting ideas, and timeless vintage styling advice. Curious about how to start collecting vintage home decor? Whether you’re dreaming of filling your home with cozy, nostalgic finds or just picking up a few timeless pieces, this beginner’s guide to…
Discover vintage decorating inspiration, thrifting tips, and antique adventures. Explore cozy New England living with Dabbling & Decorating. Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you found your way here through a love of cozy homes, a weekend spent treasure-hunting, or a simple admiration for all things vintage and beautiful — you’re in the right…
Discover the best vintage shopping, thrift stores, antique markets, and road trip adventures across New England. A curated guide to unforgettable vintage finds from Vermont to Maine. Ready to discover the very best vintage shops, thrift stores, antique markets, and road trip stops across New England? Whether you’re planning a weekend adventure or dreaming up…
Discover 10 vintage decor ideas spotted at Vintage Market Days Vermont. Get inspired by booth displays, seasonal trends, and creative styling from real vendors. There’s nothing quite like the charm and creativity of Vintage Market Days Vermont — it’s one of my favorite events of the year. Every booth is packed with vintage treasures, unique…
Ever leave something behind at a thrift store and regret it later? Here are 7 vintage and antique finds I passed on—and what I learned from each one. We all have a few of those thrift store stories—the ones where we walked away from something… and still think about it weeks (or years) later. Whether…
Discover the 9 vintage decor pieces I’ll never part with—from heirloom quilts to antique pewter. These timeless favorites bring character, charm, and stories to every room. These are the tried-and-true treasures that bring heart and history into my home. There are some vintage pieces that just stick with you. Whether they were thrifted on a…
Love vintage? Plan your next day trip with this local’s guide to Southern Maine’s best antique shops, thrift stores, and coastal gems. Vintage lovers, you’re in for a treat. Southern Maine is filled with some of the best thrift stores, antique shops, and coastal vintage stops—and I’ve mapped out all my favorites for you in…