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Jillinda Falen/Columnist

Jillinda Falen is a retired military spouse and has lived in Middle Georgia since 1998.  She is a mother and grandmother and was born in Cincinnati.  Jillinda has been a REALTOR with Landmark Realty for 18 years and an antique dealer since the late 1980’s.  She owns Sweet Southern Home Estate Liquidations and is a member of the Perry Area Historical Society.  She has been affiliated with the Antiques department at the Georgia National Fair for over 20 years.  Jillinda enjoys hiking with her husband and enjoying her family and friends.  She has been writing for the Houston Home Journal since 2006 and has also appeared in several other antique publications and was privileged to interview the appraisers from the Antiques Roadshow when they were in Atlanta.  She also enjoys hearing from her readers!

Jillinda's Latest Articles

Keep your treasures out of the attic!

It's that time of year again when the temperatures and humidity are on the rise. 

‘Dude’ Larsen Postcards

Larsen, who adopted the moniker "Dude" as a distinctive artistic flourish, wasn't just sketching for the love of the West; he was meticulously crafting a postcard empire.

The Dogwood Legend

My readers always look forward to the story of the dogwood legend this time of year. 

The Savvy Reseller’s Secret Weapon: Time Travel (Your Inventory, That Is!)

Buying out of season is about playing the long game, seeing value where others see clutter.

Waco’s sweet legacy: Dr. Pepper

I enjoy a cold diet Dr. Pepper on occasion and I thought you might enjoy the story of this Texas born beverage.

Choosing the right estate sale company

There are several options to consider.

Procuring Vintage Pyrex

Corning glass works actually produced the “Pyrex” baking glass line somewhat by accident. 

Get Ready for Peaches to Beaches

The second weekend of March is a time my family looks forward to every year.

The story of Blue Willow China

The beautiful blue and white china has an oriental chinoiserie pattern but it was actually created in England for the European market.

Carnival Glass: From ‘Poor Man’s Tiffany’ to Coveted Collectible

Carnival glass, with its captivating iridescent shimmer, wasn't always a prized possession.

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