Yesterday I attended the Friday night “Speakeasy Party” event at the Antiques in Alexandria  show.  I had to share two pieces of furniture that I thought were wonderful. 
The first piece is a Baltimore Card Table, Maryland, c. 1795, described “A fine rare late 18th century Baltimore paint decorated card table.  The top has serpentine front [...]

 
 
 
Many of my readers may know that I live in Alexandria, VA. I love living here. To me, Old Town is what Georgetown used to be decades ago. There are some of the national chains you see in Georgetown, but Old Town Alexandria still has so many charming boutiques and restaurants. I think it’s important for us all [...]