About Vintage Know How
VintageKnowHow.com is your trusted guide to discovering, understanding, and appreciating the world of vintage treasures. From delicate family heirlooms and timeless porcelain to the quirky gems of the 70s, 80s, and 90s we grew up with, this site celebrates old items not just for their value, but for the memories, history, and craftsmanship they carry.
Founded by vintage enthusiast and collector Gabby Proffitt, VintageKnowHow combines passion with practical knowledge. Every article is built on hands-on experience, research, and a love for uncovering the stories behind everyday objects. Whether you’re exploring collectibles, furniture, kitchenware, vinyl records, costume jewelry, or thrift store finds, you’ll find clear, trustworthy information that helps you spot authenticity, understand worth, and care for your treasures.
What makes VintageKnowHow unique is its broad approach to vintage culture. Instead of focusing only on high-value antiques, the site highlights items from all walks of life — the sentimental mug passed down from grandparents, the retro décor we envied in the 80s, the toys that defined childhood, and the timeless fashion pieces still making a comeback today.
At its core, VintageKnowHow isn’t about living in the past — it’s about preserving beauty, keeping stories alive, and helping people see the charm and importance in objects that others might overlook. By blending expert insights with a heartfelt passion for vintage, Gabby makes the world of old things approachable for everyone — from seasoned collectors to curious beginners.
Founded by vintage enthusiast and collector Gabby Proffitt, VintageKnowHow combines passion with practical knowledge. Every article is built on hands-on experience, research, and a love for uncovering the stories behind everyday objects. Whether you’re exploring collectibles, furniture, kitchenware, vinyl records, costume jewelry, or thrift store finds, you’ll find clear, trustworthy information that helps you spot authenticity, understand worth, and care for your treasures.
What makes VintageKnowHow unique is its broad approach to vintage culture. Instead of focusing only on high-value antiques, the site highlights items from all walks of life — the sentimental mug passed down from grandparents, the retro décor we envied in the 80s, the toys that defined childhood, and the timeless fashion pieces still making a comeback today.
At its core, VintageKnowHow isn’t about living in the past — it’s about preserving beauty, keeping stories alive, and helping people see the charm and importance in objects that others might overlook. By blending expert insights with a heartfelt passion for vintage, Gabby makes the world of old things approachable for everyone — from seasoned collectors to curious beginners.
VintageKnowHow is more than an another website — it’s a community for anyone who values the stories behind old things. Whether you’re here to learn about collectibles, rediscover retro styles, or simply enjoy the nostalgia of past decades, you’re in the right place.
Meet Gabby Proffitt
Hi, I’m Gabby
For me, vintage is part expertise and part love story.
I’ve spent years digging through flea markets, estate sales, antique fairs, and even family attics. What started with a spark — finding my grandmother’s porcelain figurines tucked safely in a wooden cabinet — grew into a lifelong passion for uncovering the history, artistry, and hidden value of everyday objects from the past.
But I’m not just a collector who admires from afar. I’ve studied, researched, and handled countless items — from mid-century furniture and vinyl records to old postcards, porcelain, costume jewelry, kitchenware, and typewriters. Over the years, I’ve learned how to tell the difference between a reproduction and an original, how to care for fragile pieces, and how to spot the stories that make an item more than just “old.”
For me, vintage is part expertise and part love story.
I’ve spent years digging through flea markets, estate sales, antique fairs, and even family attics. What started with a spark — finding my grandmother’s porcelain figurines tucked safely in a wooden cabinet — grew into a lifelong passion for uncovering the history, artistry, and hidden value of everyday objects from the past.
But I’m not just a collector who admires from afar. I’ve studied, researched, and handled countless items — from mid-century furniture and vinyl records to old postcards, porcelain, costume jewelry, kitchenware, and typewriters. Over the years, I’ve learned how to tell the difference between a reproduction and an original, how to care for fragile pieces, and how to spot the stories that make an item more than just “old.”