For weekend antiquers looking for bargains amid the dust and clutter of yard sales, auctions, flea markets, and secondhand shops, this invaluable guide shows you how to ferret out the best pieces and transform them into objects of beauty for your personal collection or for profitable resale. With a modest initial investment, a few hours a week, and simple tools, you can turn old into gold. In this thoroughly updated fifth edition, Bob Brooke offers practical guidance on a wide variety of projects. Two chapters outline tried-and-true options for turning your hobby into a profitable business, everything from selecting and pricing merchandise to leasing and consigning your goods. This book is a must for all who want to enjoy antiques for pleasure and profit.