One of the things I love about old things that are well-used and carry a story, known or unknown, with them, is that their character makes them art in and of themselves.  All of the dings, dents, splatters, imperfections, and the warmth that comes only from time, gives them character and interest and makes them worthy of display.  From the day I walked into my first antique store, I have been drawn to beautiful, everyday things.  And, as a paint enthusiast, it was only natural for me to gravitate towards paint brushes.  This includes other paintbrush-like brushes such as those used for paste, dusting shavings off a desk, or cuttings in a barber shop.  I have seen that antique brushes of this sort have increased in popularity over the years, so I thought I would share a post on decorating with antique paintbrushes. One of my favorite ways of decorating