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Material Pleasures Antique and Vintage Textiles - Wrap Yourself in History

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Where do you live? (Inside US: city,state / Outside US: city,country): Princeton, NJ

3-10 keywords associated with your business? (Separate each by comma): Antiques - specifically Antique Textiles, Inspirational Textile Documents for Fashion and Interior Designers

What best classifies you or your business?: veteran (3+ years)

Website Address:: http://www.materialpleasures.com

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Why SEM for Antiques is different

As an antique textile dealer, I love nothing better than playing in bag of lace, or researching the provenance of an antique quilt. But as an online textile dealer, you have to stretch yourself to learn more than just fabrics. And this applies to any small business retailer. You need to know your product, that's a given. When you have a business, you need to know about business or hire someone who does...accounting, marketing, legal situations, insurance, etc. When you have an… Continue

Posted on September 15, 2008 at 7:06pm —

“Today’s Generation Vintage Style”

Seventeen Magazine Winter/Spring 2008 Prom edition pictures vintage fashions and accessories for today’s Prom going teen. From flirty vintage dresses, to accessories, like purses, gloves, and jewelry. Today’s generation is bringing a new appreciation, and with it, a new life to vintage fashion and accessories. Material Pleasures Antique Textiles loaned several pieces to Seventeen Magazine for its photo shoot. Among them, a Margaret Smith of Gardine… Continue

Posted on August 23, 2008 at 5:16pm —

Textile Care

Please note, these are only suggestions. If you have a valueable piece, or sentimental piece, I recommend you take it to a professional who cleans antique textiles. Contact me for recommendations. I cannot be held responsible to any damage that might occur or if you are unsuccessful in removing a stain. Before cleaning a vintage textile, many factors must be considered: fabric type, weight, age and condition. Some vintage linens are delicate with fine lace and handwork, while others are strong.… Continue

Posted on August 23, 2008 at 4:56pm —

Quilt Care

Stop!! If you have a quilt that needs to be cleaned, please consider using a professional. Some of the methods described here, if not done properly can ruin your quilt! I will be happy to refer you to someone who can clean, restore, and/or conserve your quilt professionally. That being said: Cleaning: Have a new quilt that you wish to clean? If it is machine pieced, and quilted, and is meant to be used, you can extend the life of your quilt with proper care and washing. You can wash it in the… Continue

Posted on August 23, 2008 at 4:30pm —

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At 7:39pm on December 3, 2008, cherine said…: Hey
I work with many interior designers, and if you are interested we can build a business relationship. I can guarantee you that I can get any rug that you want within two days and up to 50 % below MARKET PRICE. I will even give you a commission off of your clients cost. If you are interested you can email me at Cherine06@aol.com

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At 5:33pm on October 4, 2008, Matt LaClear said…: How are things going with you these days? I bet it will go even better when you really start utilizing Sta.rtup.biz into your daily routine! Thought I’d lay out some resources for you to check out if you haven’t already.

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At 7:03pm on August 30, 2008, Elizabeth Bradfield said…

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At 6:54pm on August 23, 2008, Mitzi said…: Hi Dana! Your website is awesome - it gives us all something to aspire to! I would love to invite you to check into joining my online vintage shop directory - www.thevintagelist.com - you are just the type of professional vintage seller I am looking for!

At 4:50pm on August 23, 2008, Dana said…: I want to thank those of you who gave me such a warm welcome!

My name is Dana Balsamo, I am new at sta.rtup.biz and want tell you a little bit about myself and exactly what I bring to the table.

I started Material Pleasures online as an eBay endeavor. Material Pleasures is now much more:
- an independent e-commerce website
- vendor to NJ and PA antique and quilt shows
- provide quilt appraisals for contemporary and antique quilts
- quilt conservation and restoration services
- assist museums and historical societies with textile collections
- provide textile documents to fashion and home industries for inspirational or actual use

I am a stay at home mom, quilter, quilt historian, appraiser, conservator, collector, and dealer. I love working with all textiles and have used my extensive collection to build an at home business.

I have taken classes with many nationally recognized quilt historians and am AQS trained quilt appraiser. I hope to earn my certification within the next few years as a quilt appraiser.

Because of my extensive collection of 19th and 20th century textiles, it is easy for me to accommodate those industries looking to incorporate the 'vintage look' into their projects. My pieces have been used for inspiration purposes by several very big names design companies. Actual pieces have also been used for fashion and decor, as well as for books, photographical shoots, and as theatrical props.

At 12:07pm on August 20, 2008, Dan Jensen said…: Dana:

Welcome to the network. I'm also new to this family of small business friends and excited to see how it builds information & relationships with other business owners/entrepenuers like you.

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Please add me as a new friend, and I'll look forward to hearing more about you and your business. I would think your PEO biz would find a ready audience in all of us biz owners here on the network. Best of success.

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At 10:56am on August 20, 2008, Stephane Dube said…: Welcome to Sta.rtup.Biz
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At 10:10am on August 20, 2008, Gowithabc said…: Welcome to the network! I'm glad you found us here at Sta.rtup.biz!

I truly hope you find all of the information and resources that you are looking for to be successful. There are a lot of very helpful people here so don't be shy!

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I wish you the very best of luck and hopefully we will talk soon!

At 8:45am on August 20, 2008, Victoriana Lady said…: A Warm Welcome Dana!!
Thanks for accepting my invitation!

Greg sent me your best regards when you were in New Hope, thanks! Isn't his Tear Drop Memories antique shop awesome?!!

Your web site is wonderful, such pretty things. :)