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Welcome to the Modern Yesterdays Art Blog, your ongoing source for creative inspiration, professional tips, and news from the world of upcycling.

Modern Yesterdays is proud to be a part of our local community of artisans. Here’s where you can keep tabs on the latest updates from the Gibsonia art scene and discover the new and exciting things brewing here at the shop.

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IOD Transfers: The Modern DIY Project

IOD Transfers: The Modern DIY Project

An estimated 70% of Americans have tried some form of DIY project. Whether you’re new to the process or have tons of experience, IOD transfers are a fun way to breathe fresh air into your home. Who Is IOD?  In the world of interior design, using wood is a classic...

Keep History Alive With Refurbished Wood Furniture 

Keep History Alive With Refurbished Wood Furniture 

Do you love the feeling of adding a unique piece of furniture to your home? Whether it’s for your own place or as a gift to someone special, one-of-a-kind furnishings bring function and beauty to any space.  Sometimes it can be difficult to find pieces that...

Where to Refurbish Furniture Near Me: Gibsonia, PA 

Where to Refurbish Furniture Near Me: Gibsonia, PA 

Have you ever been thrift shopping for furniture? In a world full of treasures, your perfect match may be right around the corner. Refurbishing furniture takes your secondhand shop finds and transforms them into unique masterpieces.  If you’re looking for...

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Voices of Our Community

Great shop with unbelievably unique items! Anyone in the area needs to check this place out.
Austin E.
Great shop with unbelievably unique items! Anyone in the area needs to check this place out.
Austin Everett
Austin E.
Really cute store with so many unique handcrafted items! I bought several holiday gifts here and they were all perfect! Such a quaint little shop. So glad they came to our area to offer us an alternative to the big box stores.
Carly L.
Really cute store with so many unique handcrafted items! I bought several holiday gifts here and they were all perfect! Such a quaint little shop. So glad they came to our area to offer us an alternative to the big box stores.
Carly Lock
Carly L.
Beautiful store. Owner was helpful friendly and enthusiastic. Store goods showcase all the local talents and hard work. A must see !!!!
Bobbie Z.
Beautiful store. Owner was helpful friendly and enthusiastic. Store goods showcase all the local talents and hard work. A must see !!!!
Bobbie Zeigler
Bobbie Z.
Perfect place for unique gifts or fun accent pieces. Every time I go there's different things. Lots handmade by local artisans. While some items are more expensive, there's plenty there for every budget.
Shelley S.
Perfect place for unique gifts or fun accent pieces. Every time I go there's different things. Lots handmade by local artisans. While some items are more expensive, there's plenty there for every budget.
Shelley Schurer
Shelley S.
Such a great shop! So many beautiful hand made items. Very unique
Jessica B.
Such a great shop! So many beautiful hand made items. Very unique
Jessica Baroni
Jessica B.
Great handmade goods from local artist. Support small businesses!
Rick B.
Great handmade goods from local artist. Support small businesses!
Rick Bennett
Rick B.
Always a joy stopping into Modern Yesterdays. I want to buy everything. I always leave there with something. Kelly, the owner, is a very kind person.
Leslie P.
Always a joy stopping into Modern Yesterdays. I want to buy everything. I always leave there with something. Kelly, the owner, is a very kind person.
Leslie Pader
Leslie P.
Woundful store with so many choices. Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Lots of handmade and unique items. Plus she sells the best paint ever. Love Fusion paint! Love to shop here!
Nicole G.
Woundful store with so many choices. Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Lots of handmade and unique items. Plus she sells the best paint ever. Love Fusion paint! Love to shop here!
Nicole Grosskinsky
Nicole G.
Great shop with unbelievably unique items! Anyone in the area needs to check this place out.
Austin E.
Great shop with unbelievably unique items! Anyone in the area needs to check this place out.
Austin Everett
Austin E.
Really cute store with so many unique handcrafted items! I bought several holiday gifts here and they were all perfect! Such a quaint little shop. So glad they came to our area to offer us an alternative to the big box stores.
Carly L.
Really cute store with so many unique handcrafted items! I bought several holiday gifts here and they were all perfect! Such a quaint little shop. So glad they came to our area to offer us an alternative to the big box stores.
Carly Lock
Carly L.
Beautiful store. Owner was helpful friendly and enthusiastic. Store goods showcase all the local talents and hard work. A must see !!!!
Bobbie Z.
Beautiful store. Owner was helpful friendly and enthusiastic. Store goods showcase all the local talents and hard work. A must see !!!!
Bobbie Zeigler
Bobbie Z.
Perfect place for unique gifts or fun accent pieces. Every time I go there's different things. Lots handmade by local artisans. While some items are more expensive, there's plenty there for every budget.
Shelley S.
Perfect place for unique gifts or fun accent pieces. Every time I go there's different things. Lots handmade by local artisans. While some items are more expensive, there's plenty there for every budget.
Shelley Schurer
Shelley S.
Such a great shop! So many beautiful hand made items. Very unique
Jessica B.
Such a great shop! So many beautiful hand made items. Very unique
Jessica Baroni
Jessica B.
Great handmade goods from local artist. Support small businesses!
Rick B.
Great handmade goods from local artist. Support small businesses!
Rick Bennett
Rick B.
Always a joy stopping into Modern Yesterdays. I want to buy everything. I always leave there with something. Kelly, the owner, is a very kind person.
Leslie P.
Always a joy stopping into Modern Yesterdays. I want to buy everything. I always leave there with something. Kelly, the owner, is a very kind person.
Leslie Pader
Leslie P.
Woundful store with so many choices. Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Lots of handmade and unique items. Plus she sells the best paint ever. Love Fusion paint! Love to shop here!
Nicole G.
Woundful store with so many choices. Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Lots of handmade and unique items. Plus she sells the best paint ever. Love Fusion paint! Love to shop here!
Nicole Grosskinsky
Nicole G.