Paper Jar

Our featured seller of the month is Julie Palma of Paper Jar. She considers herself a constant finder - sometimes keeper- hopeful repurposer- coffee chugger - happy mother (X2). Here is a short interview and a sneak preview of the types of cool pieces she will be bringing to the Long Beach Flea Market - Sunday July 20th. 

How did you get started with Paper Jar?

As a kid I was dragged along to antique shops and auctions and lived in a house in New England filled with treasures. Purchasing my very own antique bench at age18 foretold the future for me.  I adore and appreciate old things...lovely old things... weathered, authentic, textural, unique, old things.  Paper Jar allows me to search for and rescue those lovely old things and showcase their beauty the best way I can.  

What do you like about selling at the Long Beach Antique Market?

Selling from an Etsy store had its limitations. The Long Beach Antique Market  was the solution ... last year I decided to "Go Big or Go Home". One day I stumbled upon a gorgeous 6 ft. farm table.  Not something I could easily ship but not something I could walk away from either.  I knew I didn’t have a place for it in my home....I bought it anyway.  I then realized how many beautiful vintage pieces I had passed on over the years just because of their size or weight.  Never again!  My (very supportive) husband and I brought the table to the Long Beach Flea Market and I styled it with some favorites: ironstone, white California pottery, painted boxes, an old red and white bicycle seat, weathered buckets and extra large candlesticks.  The customers were so enthusiastic and appreciative....I loved every minute of it!

What makes Paper jar unique to it's customers?

 I fill Paper Jar with items that have great color, shape, texture, patina, scale or sheer uniqueness.   I try to go with my instincts and not pay attention to whether I think it will sell or not.  I’m definitely still learning the business but now know that listening to my heart seems to work pretty well. 

   
   

 

Paper Jar will be selling in the white (center) section Sunday, July 20th.  Connect with them at their Etsy store or on Instagram .

 
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