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Althea Vintage Shop

@altheavintageshop.bsky.social

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My little vintage home decor shop, selling on Etsy from Canada. I love nature themed vintage, odds and ends, books, rustic style and also a bit of everything! Find Me https://altheavintageshop.etsy.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/altheavintageshop

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Aug 30

I didn't pause things for very long, but regardless, I feel comfortable enough to accept orders from the US.

Check out the shop altheavintageshop.etsy.com

Follow me here, follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/altheavintag...

Comment if you see some something you like or if you have questions

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 4d

another piece. breachmedia.ca/canada-post-...

Canada Post faces two futures—a revitalized public service or a billionaire cash machine ⋆ The Breach

The Liberal government is dismantling Canada Post for the billionaire class, while ignoring bold proposals from postal workers to reinvent the public service

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 4d

seems like a waste to throw it all away when we should be thinking about the great opportunities this moment provides... www.newyorker.com/culture/anna...

In France, Elder Care Comes with the Mail

Carriers for La Poste have a new job: checking in on the aged.

www.newyorker.com

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 4d

I added these two Heye puzzles to the shop!

They are both complete. Of course I did them to double check ;)
Visit the shop to learn more!
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#mordillo #marinodegano #heyepuzzle #heye
#vintageetsy #shopcanadian #buylocal #comoxvalley #etsyvintage #collector

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 5d

Framed Oil Paintings...
Perfect for your gallery wall!

These are some of what is currently in the shop... and I've got a couple more to list :)

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#etsyvintage #shopcanadian #buycanadian #shopsmall #smallbusiness #comoxvalley #buylocal

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 11d

Need some wall decor or somewhere to hold your treasures/spices?

These are all in the shop now!
Go check altheavintageshop.etsy.com :)

#kitchendecor #smallbusiness #buycanadian#shopcanada #walldecor #wallshelf #kitchendecor

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 13d

Portishead - Roads 2025

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‘Roads’ 2025 – Together For Palestine

YouTube video by Portishead

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 15d

Lights, Camera, ACTION!
Well, the Lights part anyway :)

Check these out on Etsy!
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#smallbusinesscanada #shopcanada #buycanadian #supportsmallbusiness #vintageetsy #etsyvintage #Vintagecanada

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 15d

oh fun! It all helps these days... I actually think I may have come across this but didn't follow up so will have to dive in :) thank you!

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 18d

Collection de Pays (2nd slide) brown landscape canvas, SOLD. :)

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Erin Wraithburn 👻 @erinraeburn.bsky.social · 19d

"In some places, French postal workers now pick up prescriptions, return library books, and deliver flowers. Last year, only twenty eight per cent of La Poste’s revenue came from sending mail."

Services can evolve in positive ways to meet new and growing needs.

Julienne Danvers (WE WANT TRAINS!! 🚂) @juliennedanvers.bsky.social · 20d

For those who wonder what a modern postal service could look like, one example is in France, where letter carriers provide check-ins on the elderly for very affordable rates, while completing their routes.

I encourage everyone to read the whole thing

#CanadaPost

www.newyorker.com/culture/anna...

In France, Elder Care Comes with the Mail

Carriers for La Poste have a new job: checking in on the aged.

www.newyorker.com

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 19d

I'm still shipping within Canada and the US! Ever evolving, but still sending out treasures.

Like these Chalkware fish! which is your favorite?

All are listed over on Etsy.
altheavintageshop.etsy.com

#Buycanadian #canadaetsy #oceanthemed #bathroomdecor #kidsroomdecor #shopsmallbusiness

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 22d

Brass Birds!

Head to the link and search my shop for "Brass Birds" or just "Birds" to see more!
(or msg or comment here for more info or to claim)

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#Brassbird #natureinspired #homedecor #vintageshop #shopcanadian #buycanadian #shopsmallbusiness #etsyshopcanada

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 24d

Paper Antiques Surge In Value
8/21/2025

Forgotten Pages Fueling Antique Market Boom

www.asheford.com/asheford-new...

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atomly @atomly.com · 26d

i was just thinking the other day how ray-ban wayfarers have been timelessly cool for like 50 years and it's hilarious how they just let zuck totally shit all over that

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 26d

Just Listed!
A pair of small oil paintings showing a couple iconic mountains from the Canadian Rockies.
Saddle Mountain in Jasper and Three Sisters in Canmore.

Check the link for more photos and measurements.

www.etsy.com/ca/listing/4...

#BuyCanadian #Canadasmallbusiness #vintageshop #jasper

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · 27d

Add some vintage charm to your office/desk space!

Lots of ways to add unique bits to your office. AND, these make fantastic gifts for someone with a new job, promotion, or heading off to school!

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#officedecor #officespace #buycanadian #shopcanadian #smallbusiness #etsy

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Sep 15

Interesting..

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Jason Koebler @jasonkoebler.bsky.social · Sep 9

Talked to 23 people who suddenly have to pay huge tariffs or otherwise cannot get chainmail from Pakistan, yarn from France, retro computers from Japan, metal music from the Netherlands, DVDs from Germany, cosplay supplies, sunscreen, etc.

www.404media.co/its-just-a-m...

‘It's Just a Mess:' 23 People Explain How Tariffs Have Suddenly Ruined Their Hobby

"The real kick in the teeth is no matter how much manufacturing is brought back to the US these items will never be made in the USA. There is no upside."

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Sep 9

I won't be bringing anything that is already listed in my Etsy shop, UNLESS! requested :)

If you are local and want a deal (plus save shipping cost) reach out and let me know what you are interested in, Ill bring it along!

altheavintageshop.etsy.com

#yqq #comoxvalleyevents #shoplocalbc

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Sep 9

Hey Comox Valley, BC!

I'm joining in on this for my first ever in person market!
Come say hi!

Details:
📍 Courtenay Legion
📅 Saturday, September 13th
⏰ 10AM – 2PM

The hall will be PACKED full of treasures! I can't wait!

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#Comoxvalley #courtenaybc #vancouverisland

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NPR @npr.org · Sep 6

For years, the U.S. was essentially "an extension of our domestic market," says an Etsy seller in Canada. But now the rules and costs are far more imposing.

Etsy sellers are being hit hard by tariffs and the end of the de minimis rule

For years, the U.S. was essentially "an extension of our domestic market," says an Etsy seller in Canada. But now the rules and costs are far more imposing.

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Sep 6

If I could live as any creature, I would absolutely be a Unicorn. Magical, whimsical, beautiful and not to be f*#ked with :)

I love bringing all the magic to my shop. These can be found with other unicorn items over at Etsy.
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#unicorn #etsyshop #buycanadian #shopcanada

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Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Sep 5

www.thevintageseeker.ca
lots of information for sellers AND buyers!

The Vintage Seeker | Home

Inspiration & insight for vintage sellers, shoppers, thrifters and supporters of resale. Firsthand knowledge on the secondhand industry.

www.thevintageseeker.ca

Althea Vintage Shop @altheavintageshop.bsky.social · Sep 5

For those vintage sellers affected by changes with shipping into the US, The Vintage Seeker has been very helpful compiling information and updating/fact checking etc. I recommend checking their website.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=hv5v...

#vintageshop #etsyseller #vintageetsyshop #shopcanada

Post–de minimis: Buying and selling vintage in our new era without duty-free | The Vintage Seeker

YouTube video by The Vintage Seeker

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