Antiques in Maine & Summer Vintage Haul

Summer is here

Ahhh, summer has arrived, and it has started out with a bang for us. Did you see our recent big vintage find last weekend? Check it out in the A Classic VW: Embracing the Vintage Vibe post. My friends and family will be so sick and tired of hearing all about our new Shirley. But I just adore her so much!

Antiques in Maine

But a little bit first about antiques in Maine. Maine is known for its rich history and abundance of antiques. Whether you’re an avid antique collector or just enjoy browsing, Maine offers a rich treasure trove of antiques reflecting its unique history and culture.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Here are several highlights about antiques in Maine:

In the Vintage Shops Near Me: Vermont to Maine post, you will find an updated list of all my favorite second-hand shops from Maine to Vermont and beyond.

Best Antiques in Maine

If you ever find yourself in the area of Berwick, Maine, be sure to check out Chandler & Co.’s monthly barn sales. You can follow Elaine, the owner, on her Facebook page for hours and opening events.

Elaine also partners with Green House Vintage, who will be there selling her gorgeous antiques in Maine, too.

You may also enjoy reading about my visit to Chandler’s Barn Sale this time last year in the Discover Chandler & Co Antique Barn Sale post.

You may also be interested in this Sage Farm Antiques Early Evening Buy post.

Memorial Day Weekend Vintage Haul

This was also my first vintage haul in our new VW Fastback, Shirley, so it was extra special!

Vintage Mccoy

One of my favorite antique finds in Maine on this Memorial Day weekend was this large white McCoy vase from Green House Vintage. I’ve never seen one like it before. As promised, it was very budget-friendly at just $30. Vintage McCoy vases, smaller and not as nice, sell for upwards of $70 in my experience.

You may also enjoy some of these posts with more vintage McCoy ideas:

More about McCoy

McCoy pottery was produced in Ohio from the 1940s through the 1990s, and its classic white vases from the mid-20th century are highly collectible today. These vintage McCoy white vases have a charming, rustic look with subtle imperfections and variations that give each one a unique character. Many have embossed or incised decorations around the rims or sides depicting leaves, berries, or floral motifs in a casual, handcrafted style. The shapes range from simple cylinder vases to more ornate urns and pitchers. Despite their humble origins as inexpensive American pottery, the vintage McCoy white vase collection is now prized by design enthusiasts who appreciate the casual, organic beauty imbued in these vintage ceramic pieces.

Demijohn

I also picked up another small Demijohn to add to my collection. This was a $25 find. As many of you know, Demijohns can be very pricey, selling for over $100.

A demijohn is a large, bulbous glass bottle or jar with a narrow neck, often encased in a woven protective covering made of wicker or rope. These vessels originated in the Mediterranean region and were traditionally used for transporting and storing liquids like wine, oil, and vinegar.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

See how I decorated our Demijohns for the holidays in the Firelight, Evergreens, and Snow: The Christmas Bottle Project of Swedish Homes post.

Learn more about Demijohns in this Cottage Farmhouse Decor Trending Finds post.

Repurposed Planters

Although these planters didn’t come home with me, I thought these homemade planters were so inspiring. It’s a super cute, easy do-it-yourself-at-home idea for summer flowers.

Made to look like drawers with attached knobs and emblems.

Small feet and even one made out of an old saw horse.

You may enjoy these 15 Cool DIY Projects to Start this Summer.

First-Aid Kits

This blue vintage first-aid kit was simply the cutest, with its rustic charm. The white kit with the red letters was also very sweet.

But it was the color blue that had me swooning. It would match our bedroom and bathroom’s trim color beautifully.

It would be such a cute idea to hang it on the wall in the bathroom. But I didn’t get it, and I truly regret it.

Many collectors seek out vintage first aid kits from the early-to-mid 20th century for their nostalgic packaging and contents. These kits from decades past contain an interesting array of obsolete medical supplies like thick cotton bandages, antiseptics, and sharp scissors – items that glimpse how basic first aid was administered before modern adhesive bandages and antibiotic ointments became widespread.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

A Duck and Blue Pitcher Antiques in Maine

These blue and white antique transferware pieces are hard to pass up. With their rustic and chippy touches. They are cute with silverware on a table or other kitchen utensils. See more in the 45 Vintage Silverware Decorating Ideas post. Fill them with pens and pencils on the desk or bedside with some flowers. You can never have enough.

I added this antique pitcher to a collection of vintage dishes with a pewter spoon to a side table in our dining room.

Elaine, the owner gave me this little colorful duck, which she had a collection of upstairs in the barn. It’s super cute, and it’s been added to my mother’s seaside bird collection in a living room corner here in Maine.

See more in the Nautical Decor Ideas: Vintage Vibe Corner post.

Hobnail Milk Glass Bud Vases

I always love picking up milk glass bud vases in my travels; you can never have enough, in my opinion. But these hobnail milk glass bud vases were extra cute.

If you enjoy today’s post, you may also be inspired by the Best Barn Finds in a Big Red Barn on a Sunday Foliage Drive post.

Antique A.E. Hull Pottery

Antique A.E. Hull Pottery refers to the collectible pottery produced by the A.E. Hull Pottery Company, which was founded by Addis E. Hull in 1905 in Crooksville, Ohio. The company operated until 1986 and was known for its diverse range of ceramic products.

Of course, Elaine at Chandler & Co. had a beautiful collection of A.E. Hull Pottery priced to sell. I already have a few pitchers of A.E. Hull, so I chose a few more unique pieces to add to my collection. One was a gorgeous stoneware blue bowl selling for just $22, compared to the ones on Etsy for around $79 or more.

Antique A.E. Hull Pottery is highly sought after by collectors due to its distinctive designs, quality craftsmanship, and historical significance. The company produced various pottery lines, including practical dinnerware, decorative pieces, and their famous pottery known as “Hull Art.” The art pottery line featured vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and innovative glazes, making it particularly desirable among collectors. Antique A.E. Hull Pottery pieces are cherished for their beauty, rarity, and legacy in American ceramics history.

The butter crocks were fabulous, I had never seen these before in my travels either. So, I picked up two for $44 to add to my A.E. Hull collection. Now that’s a deal!

You may also be inspired by this Vermont Pottery Imaginative Tablescape post.

Ella, our Bernese Mountain Dog, just reminded me that I also found this vintage rug and several red and white transferware bowls to add to our collections. Both are ideal for Patriotic summer decorating.

Antiques in Maine with Lobster Rolls

One of the best things about shopping for antiques in Maine is taking the time out to enjoy a local lobster roll. You can find authentic Maine lobster rolls at roadside clam shacks and almost any Maine restaurant. One of my favorites is those served at Roberts on Route 1 in Kittery, Maine. See more in the Antiquing, 6 Thrifty Finds, and a Lobster Biscuit post.

And just around the corner from us The Cape Neddick Lobster Pound, recently under new ownership.

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