Yes, there are many places to shop this weekend. Two strictly occasional shops (open just one weekend per month) offer very different selections. Your Lucky Day at 42nd and Grand Ave. South in Minneapolis has a vast variety of jewelry, … Continue reading
A jolly Santa is the first thing you see as you enter Antique Alley. Then a welcoming voice offers a cup of coffee. It’s clearly the kind of place which makes shopping a pleasure. For gifts or your own outdoor … Continue reading
Fall decor and hospitality were abundant at Your Lucky Day during a quick preview of this weekend’s sale. There’s more than a nod to that favorite family holiday, Thanksgiving, with dishes, glassware, and fall colors galore to make entertaining a … Continue reading
The gals at Garden Party Gallery in Hopkins are really clever and crafty with lamps. And there are many to choose from. They also refinish furniture, make mittens from recycled goods, and fashion new jewelry from old spoons to name … Continue reading
With few sales in the Twin Cities this weekend, timing may be right for a trip to Duluth. West Tischer Cottage is owned by a mother-daughter team who like vintage and repurposing junk. They are teasing shoppers with a little … Continue reading
Your Lucky Day is decorated for Halloween with blackbirds, skeletons, cobwebs, and candy corn, but there is so much more to see besides the seasonal array. Tables, cabinets, chairs (many mid-century gems) share the spotlight with some fun vintage clothes. … Continue reading
Linda’s Cellar in Chaska is great for seasonal decor this month. Jack ‘o lantern pails are a prime example. There’s plenty of rustic vintage fondly referred to as Junk as well as country antiques. The shop is open 10-5 today, … Continue reading
Laurie’s Trunk is known for elegant furniture and home accessories with a European flair. This month’s sale won’t disappoint with items like the ornate gray side table or the muted blue dresser. Both would make perfect accent pieces in a … Continue reading
This month’s theme at Your Lucky Day is a Salute to Minnesota and the shop is jam-packed with all kinds of Minnesota memorabilia. Of course, lake and cabin themes are well represented plus the State Fair, Minnesota authors, Dayton’s Oval … Continue reading
The original occasional sale in Carver, Mustard Moon & S.A.R.A., came to an end this past weekend. And with the shop’s closing, there will be many sad shoppers. A look at the final sale….. Best of luck to Jane & … Continue reading