Yesterday’s Memories Antique Shop prepares for grand opening in Italy

Image: Yesterday’s Memories Antique Shop, located at Hwy. 34 and Hwy. 77 in Italy, is filled with tomorrow’s treasures. From antique dinnerware to rustic furniture and picture frames, each item has a story that is ready to begin a new chapter.

Yesterday’s Memories Antique Shop, located at Hwy. 34 and Hwy. 77 in Italy, is filled with tomorrow’s treasures. From antique dinnerware to rustic furniture and picture frames, each item has a story that is ready to begin a new chapter. (Barry Byers)

Image: On every shelf, decorating each table and hanging on every wall is a treasure waiting to be discovered inside Yesterday’s Memories.

On every shelf, decorating each table and hanging on every wall is a treasure waiting to be discovered inside Yesterday’s Memories. (Barry Byers)

Image: Whether you collect farm animal souvenirs, old pottery, fine linens, decorative plates or refrigerator magnets that recall a simpler time, your likely to find that special keepsake inside Yesterday’s Memories.

Whether you collect farm animal souvenirs, old pottery, fine linens, decorative plates or refrigerator magnets that recall a simpler time, your likely to find that special keepsake inside Yesterday’s Memories. (Barry Byers)

Image: Glassware, old lanterns, ornamental hangers and racks and traditional furniture pieces such as this dresser and mirror combination can be found in every corner of the shop ready to be rediscovered.

Glassware, old lanterns, ornamental hangers and racks and traditional furniture pieces such as this dresser and mirror combination can be found in every corner of the shop ready to be rediscovered. (Barry Byers)

Image: Be sure to set aside plenty of time to peruse thru all the exquisite collectibles including lamps, vases and and porcelain figurines.

Be sure to set aside plenty of time to peruse thru all the exquisite collectibles including lamps, vases and and porcelain figurines. (Barry Byers)

Image: These timeless pieces are as elegant today as they were many yesterdays ago.

These timeless pieces are as elegant today as they were many yesterdays ago. (Barry Byers)

Image: Upon holding this porcelain cup up to the light, an image of a japanese woman is revealed.

Upon holding this porcelain cup up to the light, an image of a japanese woman is revealed. (Barry Byers)

Image: A charming and quaint little antique shop, Yesterday’s Memories is the kind of place you could get lost in.

A charming and quaint little antique shop, Yesterday’s Memories is the kind of place you could get lost in. (Barry Byers)

Image: Old Coca-Cola glasses and popcorn containers.

Old Coca-Cola glasses and popcorn containers. (Barry Byers)

Image: Now would be a great time to begin the traditional passing down of a family heirloom. 

Now would be a great time to begin the traditional passing down of a family heirloom.  (Barry Byers)

Image: This display rack is sure to brighten any home.

This display rack is sure to brighten any home. (Barry Byers)

Image: Reminding us of, “the good old days,” are these rustic lanterns.

Reminding us of, “the good old days,” are these rustic lanterns. (Barry Byers)

Image: Old pictures and frames, along with many other collectible items, can be sold thru Yesterday’s Memories on consignment.

Old pictures and frames, along with many other collectible items, can be sold thru Yesterday’s Memories on consignment. (Barry Byers)

Image: Minnie and Mickey Mouse collectible dolls.

Minnie and Mickey Mouse collectible dolls. (Barry Byers)

Image: The detail on this japanese dinnerware is captivating.

The detail on this japanese dinnerware is captivating. (Barry Byers)

Image: Stuffed animals, candles, clown figurines and uniquely crafted tea sets are among the hundreds of items to be found.

Stuffed animals, candles, clown figurines and uniquely crafted tea sets are among the hundreds of items to be found. (Barry Byers)

Image: These elegantly crafted glassware items are sure to add sparkle to any collection.  

These elegantly crafted glassware items are sure to add sparkle to any collection.   (Barry Byers)

Image: Old fashion tables, chairs and dinnerware bring back memories of a slower time when entire families were able to enjoy a meal together.

Old fashion tables, chairs and dinnerware bring back memories of a slower time when entire families were able to enjoy a meal together. (Barry Byers)

Image: If you take the time to look, it will be time well spent.

If you take the time to look, it will be time well spent. (Barry Byers)

Image: Every section of the store creates a precious view and sparks a special memory.

Every section of the store creates a precious view and sparks a special memory. (Barry Byers)

Image: Everything from cushions to wicker baskets, from mirrors to decorative lamps can found somewhere inside Yesterday’s Memories.

Everything from cushions to wicker baskets, from mirrors to decorative lamps can found somewhere inside Yesterday’s Memories. (Barry Byers)

Image: Wall crosses created by Italy’s own, Cindy Sutherland, highlight this wall which consists of nostalgic pictures and shelves covered with timeless collectibles.

Wall crosses created by Italy’s own, Cindy Sutherland, highlight this wall which consists of nostalgic pictures and shelves covered with timeless collectibles. (Barry Byers)

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