QUESTION:  Recently, I was admiring my grandmother’s sewing machine. I think it was probably her mother’s. Amazing that a mass-produced to...

QUESTION: I always associated the Shakers with rocking chairs. My grandmother had one, although I’m not sure it was an authentic one. But ...

QUESTION: I’ve always liked old tools and would like to start collecting them. Can you offer any advice on how to get started? ANSWER: ...

QUESTION: I love quirky old machines. Recently, I purchased a penny vending machine that I think held matches from an online auction. Th...