you know it’s time to head out to you favorite shops! You can start the morning at Your Lucky Day in southwest Minneapolis. This month’s theme is GROW so there are lots of green plants and flowering plants. Growth can … Continue reading
The weather provided a beautiful day for a drive from shop to shop today. The huge yard at How Quaint was full of garden and rustic furniture and decor. Inside were more garden accessories plus beautiful antique furniture, vintage signs, … Continue reading
This weekend you’ll want to hop in your car – better yet, in your van or truck – to catch some of the sales that await. From Duluth to Northfield, from Carver to Rosemount, you’ll find occasional shops stocked and … Continue reading
What’s a better antidote to showers than spring flowers?! A new piece of furniture or home decor may brighten your day as well. Urban Cottage has buffets, chests, tables, chairs, frames, dishes, glassware, and a small selection of apparel on … Continue reading
A Gathering of Friends is open inside Bachman’s on Lyndale this weekend with a select group of local vintage dealers. On offer are high quality, authentic pieces for your home, cabin or garden. There are beautiful traditional antiques, rustic decor, … Continue reading
It’s a great day to spend with family and friends. But in case you need some retail therapy, the shops in Buffalo and on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis would be happy to see you this afternoon. Check This Month’s Sales … Continue reading
Garden Party Gallery is open tonight from 5 to 9 PM along with a few other merchants in downtown Hopkins. Sip a glass of wine while admiring the richly burnished wooden frames, chairs and tables. Most of the furniture exhibits … Continue reading
Last fall I discovered a new “eccentric” boutique hotel in Pimlico which was also described as “rustic-luxe.” I was attracted by its name, The Artist Residence, and its location near Victoria Station. With just two nights on my own, I … Continue reading
The Occasional Saler is teaming up with The Middle Sister to offer a special discount to readers this weekend, March 28 and 29. Just mention The Occasional Saler to receive a 10% discount on purchases under $100. (The fine print: … Continue reading
Sophie Bleu was open to welcome shoppers this morning with an eye-catching turquoise bench outside. In the shop were cream colored chests and desks, glassware, tables, housewares, mirrors, artwork, and home decor. The shop at 3002 East 50th St. in … Continue reading