Amanda standing outside Antikladan Swedish vintage shop, holding a carved wooden vessel, showcasing weekly treasure hunt find

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #9

This week’s five vintage finds uncover stories hidden in plain sight, from an Anglo-Indian carved table and secret opium scales to Ottoman copper, Balinese folk art and an iconic Lisa Larson mouse. Five objects, five very different histories, and plenty of surprises along the way.

Curated vintage home collection featuring carved wooden clogs, guitars, ceramics, and decorative objects displayed together

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #8

Made to Be Worn: Wonderfully Hand-Carved Wooden Clogs Sometimes I pick something up because I recognise the maker. Sometimes because I know exactly what it is. And sometimes I pick …

Warm wooden cello resting against white fabric in a vintage collector's studio surrounded by antique treasures and memorabili

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #7

This week’s 5 Finds takes us from unusual German pottery and a handwoven nomadic salt bag to traditional Swedish lace-making, an enormous vintage flag and three Nordic kings with a story dating back more than 900 years. Five very different finds, each with a little history waiting to be uncovered.

Vintage Steiff monkey with rotating head and bright red shoes displayed among antique collectibles and decorative objects

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #6

This week’s finds are full of surprises, from a hidden 1930s drinks globe and an extraordinary carved chair to Swedish fishing history, clever postmodern glass and a rare Steiff monkey given a much-deserved second chance. Five very different treasures, each with a story to tell

Vibrant collection of handblown Swedish glass vessels in cobalt blue, amber, orange, and red hues with crystal bowl.

The Great Swedish Glass Designers of the 20th Century

Discover the great Swedish glass designers who shaped twentieth-century design, from Erik Höglund and Bertil Vallien to Ulrica Hydman-Vallien and Nils Landberg. Explore the artists, glassworks and creative ideas behind Sweden’s remarkable glassmaking legacy.

How to Value an Antique Teddy Bear

What makes one antique teddy bear worth £20 and another worth thousands? From makers like Steiff and Chiltern to condition, rarity, age and originality, this guide explores the key factors that collectors look for when valuing vintage and antique teddy bears. Whether you’ve inherited a family bear or discovered one at a flea market, you may be surprised by what makes these cherished companions so valuable.

Curated vintage collection in a music studio space featuring guitars, a gramophone, drum, and audio equipment arranged on woo

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #5

Every vintage piece has a story waiting to be uncovered. This week we’re stepping into a world of music, craftsmanship and clever design, from Scandinavian studio pottery and an ingenious Swedish savings clock to instruments that have echoed with decades of melodies. Join us as we explore this week’s favourite finds, hidden histories and something wonderfully unexpected from our latest treasure hunt. 🎻🕰️✨

Vintage wooden fishing lure maker's head tool with rounded dome cap and turned base, displayed with workshop tools

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #4

Every week brings a new collection of discoveries. From practical Scandinavian design to fascinating pieces of history, Week 4 is filled with vintage finds that remind us why treasure hunting in Sweden is never predictable and never boring.

Amanda standing outside Antikladan Swedish vintage shop, holding a carved wooden vessel, showcasing weekly treasure hunt find

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #3

Five more remarkable vintage discoveries, each with a story waiting to be told. From Scandinavian design and maritime history to forgotten craftsmanship, join me as I uncover hidden treasures from Sweden’s auctions, estate sales and loppisar, revealing the history that makes every find unique.

Vintage black enamel desk lamp with curved arm and reflective shade, surrounded by collectible treasures in a curated home di

Amanda’s Weekly Finds #2

From a Swedish loppis to a new home across the world, every vintage treasure has a story to tell. Join me as I uncover the history, craftsmanship and hidden details behind another remarkable find from my weekly treasure hunt.