Collector notes
Read the stories behind the next good find.
The Journal brings together owner-reviewed local event notes, collecting ideas and useful vintage inspiration. It is a guide, not a promise of stock or availability.
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The Velvet Journal
A record of what is worth knowing.
These are considered notes about third-party estate sales, external auctions, markets and collectors fairs around Melbourne and Victoria. Velvet Directory does not run the events, bids or sales. Every source is linked so you can check the original listing or event details before attending, bidding or buying.
Latest notes
The current journal
The next notes are being prepared.
Every note begins as a private draft and is reviewed before it is shared publicly. It is third-party information, so check the original source for current event, bidding or sale details.
Past notes
The archive
The journal archive will grow with time.
Every note begins as a private draft and is reviewed before it is shared publicly. It is third-party information, so check the original source for current event, bidding or sale details.
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