Simply Sam Trading - Antiques.Brocante.Gifts

We stock a variety of vintage, antique and hand-crafted items. Available on our web store simplysam.co.za or select antiques and beautiful 'proudly South African' hand-made Gift items on sale or to view at VinLee Art Gallery Hilton College Road, Natal Midlands. Hilton off-ramp, N3, Kwazulu Natal

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Nottingham Road Transformed into a Magical Winter Wonderland

To wake up to soft flakes of snow falling, has to be one of the most wonderful things, but to have this in the beautiful surrounds where we live is amazing, as forests of trees, mountains and fields are transformed into a magical winter wonderland. It is always great for business too, as people will drive to Notties from Pietermaritzburg, sometimes even further afield to bask in the snow, throw a snow ball or three and finish with a cup of hot chocolate, delicious Brownies, all wrapped up next to an open log fire.
Today, we saw a family of Buck walking across the field, which was such a special moment, but my best was driving into our little Hamlet and seeing the biggest Baboon, sat in the corn field, staring at me as he stole the kernels from the field. I had to ask myself "I wonder what he thinks, in 'Sunny South Africa', with all this snow around him". Almost odd and quite out of place.
I have to say that as much as I love the snow I hate the slush and one difference between my home Country of England and here in South Africa, the snow will disappear almost as quickly as it has arrived, and everything is as it was. The odd car may have skidded, our community may have come together to pull someone out of the snow, but then peace resumes, and its as if the snow was never here. The only tell tale signs, are a dusting of snow on the mountain peaks which tell a different story.



Thursday, July 26, 2012


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Announcing the Winner of our Paris Pitcher Jug at Simply Sam Trading



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The Winner of our  last Paris Pitcher Jug was Vicky Erasmus of Ramsgate

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Register here to stand a chance of winning a stunning
Paris Pitcher Jug valued at R350 (see below)  
For those loving all things vintage and beautiful ...

Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Upcycled Victorian Dining Chairs

So you've inherited Granny's Victorian dining chairs and you love Granny, but hate the chairs. So what do you do? Many of us have a totally mismatched decor scheme, with all the funny things we've inherited, and we just can't bear to part with the items we're emotionally attached to, but when all you want is a beautiful home you do have to sometimes be a little harsh and get rid.
However, if you're brave enough to revamp and upcycle your items you could create something quite spectacular. Some people though, simply cannot bear to change the authenticity of furniture that is antique, especially people who love wood - the thought of painting Walnut or Mahogany - absolutely not. 
Well that is just what we did to a beautiful set of six Victorian Walnut Chairs. We gave the wood a make over with white chalky paint, removed the old green velvet fabric and upcycled with a stunning Hessian fabric. What is unique about the fabric is the White Afrikaans Script printed onto the fabric which brings out the lovely white on the wood. Take a look and let us know what you think. Please 'like' us on Face Book if you agree with upcycling antiques.

A set of six CHAIRS upcycled in gorgeous Hessian with Afrikaans Script
http://shopping.netsuite.com/s.nl?ext=F&c=828476&sc=7&category=&search=3000

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Friday, June 22, 2012

Letting go of your precious Antiques

I received a message from a local lady. Her elderly friend has moved into a tiny place and can't fit in all her lovely antiques. We know the story. The problem is, the big move is upon us. How do you sell these pieces of furniture quickly and with as little fuss as possible?
Selling your precious items, ones that you are emotionally attached to, can be problematic and even emotionally draining. You've lived with these special items for most of your family life, some of them family heirlooms, each piece telling its own special story, but "you can't take them with you" as the old adage goes.
Instead of the 'standard' route of calling in an auctioneer, Mrs .... chose to call in the services of Simply Sam Trading.
We have listed the items on our web store and, besides being beautiful items in immaculate condition, they are wholesale prices. The Chaise Longue could easily sell for double in a reputable retail antique store. On offer is also a Victorian Grandfather Chair and a stunning German Rosewood Sofa Table.Purchases can be made directly over the Simply Sam Trading secure card facility and delivery arranged on your behalf.

Let me know what you think ...

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Love these quirky Armchairs

Simply Sam Trading is awaiting the arrival of a pair of arm chairs newly upholstered in quirky Hessian fabric. What I especially love about the fabric is that it has a dark red 'Afrikaans wording', making these Proudly South African.  On view at Blueberry Gallery Cafe, R103 Nottingham Road, Natal Midlands
Check them out www.simplysam.co.za

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Thursday, June 14, 2012

Looking for a delectable Eatery this Father's Day?


Spoil Dad at Blueberry Gallery Cafe this Sunday

Blueberry Gallery Cafe is by far one of my favourite stops on the Midlands Meander. Not just because you can purchase lovely items from Simply Sam Trading, or because the Blueberry Cheese Cake, made from their very own farm fresh Blueberries, is simply delectable, but more especially as it's a serene place where you can simply switch off from the world and relax, drinking in the spectacular views of the Drakensberg and stunning Natal Midlands countryside.

Browse the wonderful selection of homewares, antiques and art on sale at Blueberry Gallery Cafe, R103 Nottingham Road, Natal Midlands (opp Fordourn Health Spa) including Bronzes by Midland's artist Sarah Richards.


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8am-4pm
Chris  072 397 3464