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Atlantic Beach, NY Staging, Renovating, Decorating are my passion. Collector of beautiful things. Shop my collection:

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Carnival chalkware refers to inexpensive, molded plaster-of-Paris or gypsum figurines painted with oils, watercolors, or airbrushed finishes, widely awarded as games of chance and skill prizes at carnivals, circuses, and boardwalks from the 1920s through the 1960s.

Origins & Evolution

• 18th and 19th Century Roots: Chalkware began as an affordable “poor man’s porcelain” in the late 1700s and 19th century—particularly among Pennsylvania Dutch communities—imitating expensive imported Staffordshire.
• Peak Carnival Era (1930s–1940s): During the Great Depression and World War II, chalkware dominated carnival booths. as the premier trophy for winning games.
• Decline (1950s–1960s): Carrying heavy, fragile plaster statues fell out of favor as lighter, safer stuffed animals took over the carnival prize market. Production largely phased out by the 1960s, though chalkware continued to be used for mid-century home and souvenir decor.

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#fleamarket Sunday! Rain or shine. Storewide sale inside. 20 vendors outside. Food truck & a lemonaid stand. Don’t miss this. 🏺 🌮 🥤 🖼️ #thebesttreasureisfound #seafordny

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3 #trinkettrays & lots of vintage minis have come in. Idk which one is my favorite! Which is yours??? #thebesttreasureisfound #seafordny #madeinjapan

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Come buy these amazing items in the shop so I don’t! 🪑 🖼️ 🏺 open 11-5pm Tuesday-Sunday. 3444 merrick rd #seafordNY

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Lots of great items in the shop & a few sales going on! Who doesn’t love a sale & hunting for treasure!? #thebesttreasureisfound #seafordNY #shopsmallbiz #longislandvintage #vintageclothing

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Save the date: March 28th, 2026 from 10-4pm #foundvintagestore & @kelly_graham_photography will be putting on a curated #vintageandantiqueshow @lbnyhistoricalsociety in #longbeachny 🪑 🖼️ 🏺 15 vendors selling the best in #vintage clothing, jewelry, art deco, furniture, art, collectibles, records, housewares, memorabilia, nautical & costal plus MUCH more.

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What does a new homeowner want or need?! Everything! We have great gift ideas for the new homeowner! How about an heirloom piece? Or something to help entertain? A beautiful #christmasdecoration How about a stunning piece of art or glass they can display & can enjoy all year round. #shoplocallongisland #shopsmalllongisland #womanownedbusinesslongisland #seafordny

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Let’s do it: #holidaydecor #secondhandgifts #sustainableclothing #sustainablegifts #vintageholidaydecor #christmasdecor #christmasgifts #menorah #jewishholidaygifts #jewishholidaydecor #womanownedbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #supportsmallbudiness #seafordNY #merrickNY #bellmoreny #wantaghNY #massapequaNY

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🛒 🛍️ #thebesttreasureisfound #seafordNY #MerrickNY #BellmoreNY #WantaghNY #massapequaNY #shoplocallongisland #shopsmallbusinesses #shopsecondhand #vintagelongisland #antiquelongisland

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There are so many times I’m ringing someone up & I get choked up bc I love this store so much! Our customers are so complimentary & when they find a treasure it just warms my heart. 💚 thank you! #shopsmallbusinesses #shopsmallbusinesslongisland #womanownedsmallbusiness #shopvintagelongisland #shopantiqueslongisland

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It’s chilly out! 🍂 ☕️ time to but another blanket on the bed & pull out your #sweaters #coats & #jackets We have lots of options: #sweatervests #leatherjackets #furjackets #furcoats #fishermansweater #beadedjackets #fleecejacket #cape #furtrimmed #bikerjacket #motorcyclejacket #wool #cardigan #sequins 🧥 🧦👖#thebesttreasureisfound #seafordNY #MerrickNY #BellmoreNY #wantaghny #massapequany #shoplocallongisland #shopsmallbusinesslongisland

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If you haven’t stopped into the ground floor recently, NOW is the time! We have 3 new vendors down there selling #vintageclothing #costumejewellery #vintagehome #antiques #furniture #nightstands #mcmfurniture #art #mirrors #nautical #lamps #brass #jadeitejade #vintagemixers #shiftdresses #vintageslips #vintagepurses #records #barware & much more! #seafordNY

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