Here at Alchemy fine living we offer a selection of antique and vintage furnishings, many of which my mom and I have refurbished. We offer furniture painting as a service to our clients, as well as, custom sewing of home decorative items and re-upholstery. On January 29th we will host a free workshop introducing participants [...]
Here, at Alchemy fine living, we have several different mercury glass items available in the store. If you love the look of this sparkly, unique glass you must stop by for a visit. We are located in Santa Ana, a very short distance from the famous Old Towne Orange Circle. Like many of the beautiful [...]
The custom bedding photographed below was created at Alchemy fine living located in Santa Ana California. From the custom upholstered headboard, to the pillows, duvet cover, and bed skirt. Our team of in house seamstresses were involved in every process, including fabric selection, construction of the headboard frame, and of course all of the sewing. [...]
I love painting and distressing furniture. This particular buffet was a fun project. The painting technique I used to achieve the aged rustic patina calls for a heavy chain and a pair of pliers, both of which are used to whack the piece of furniture. I have to admit it was a great way to [...]
Do you have furniture in need of a makeover? Painting your old furniture is very often far less expensive than replacing it. Furniture painting is a great way to transform, not only the look of your furniture, but the look of your home as well. If you are ready for a change bring your furniture [...]
Milk Bottles
Amber colored milk bottles were much less common than clear glass milk bottles. Some creameries used amber bottles so the milkman could differentiate between their different products. These colored glass bottles were used mainly for buttermilk. The reason they were used for buttermilk was [...]
Vintage
Dresser
…..This vintage dresser has a fresh coat of paint and a lovely distressed finish that gives it an aged patina. The drawers have dove tail joints and all glide in and out with ease. It is a very solid and sturdy piece of furniture. The hardware is original.
…..The dimensions [...]
Having guests over for the holidays?? People usually over analyze, have a tendency to go over board, and stress out over making their homes perfect for the many guests that they are expecting. There’s no need to remodel your home or get all new furniture, a few special touches here and there can create a [...]
I love this handbag!!! A local artist has hand crafted some wonderful bags for our boutique, Alchemy fine living. If you are in the Orange County area you need to stop by and check them out! Each hand bag is completely unique. They are all made using vintage wool yarn, some are felted. Each bag [...]
Here at Alchemy fine living we offer many useful services including re-upholstery. If you are in the Orange County area and have furniture in need of a face lift bring it to us. We can reupholster any piece of furniture including sofas, ottomans, wing back chairs and even upholstered headboards. Upholstery is a great way [...]

Alchemy fine living is an antiques & home furnishings business located in Santa Ana, Ca. Alchemy can be defined as an inexplicable or mysterious transmuting power or process; transforming something common into something special.ABOUT ME
Alchemy fine living is my antiques & home furnishings business. I'm Deana, the author of this blog. My mom Connie & I followed our dreams & opened our store in 2008. It's a collection of all the things she & I truly love. We combine antiques with new treasures, as well as, a selection of handcrafted items created by the two of us. We also offer custom sewing, re-upholstery, & furniture painting services.

173 E City Place Dr.
Santa Ana, CA 92705CONTACT ME
Email: deana@alchemyfineliving.com
Store Phone: 877.250.3674STORE HOURS
Sunday & Monday by appointment only
Tuesday through Friday 10 to 6
Saturday 11 to 4














