The Middle Sister Shop is Open

The Middle Sister
The Middle Sister

The Middle Sister
The Middle Sister

The Middle Sister
The Middle Sister

The Middle Sister is open both Saturday and Sunday to offer last minute gifts for family, friends, and your home. Restored, renewed, and refinished furniture is plentiful along with dishes, glassware, books, frames and art for your home. You can also choose from toys, jewelry, scarves, bags, and holiday decor. The Middle Sister at 416 Snelling Avenue South in St. Paul is open 10-5 tomorrow and 12-5 Sunday. Happy saling!

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Surprises at Your Lucky Day!

Your Lucky Day!
Your Lucky Day!

Your Lucky Day!
Your Lucky Day!

Your Lucky Day!
Your Lucky Day!

Your Lucky Day is full of holiday surprises this weekend. You’ll find a gift for everyone on your list among the dishes, jewelry, jackets, books, games, and decorations. Crafted items and craft supplies are waiting for you along with greeting cards, vintage postcards and artwork. If you just love to browse and visit with the friendly owners, this will be your last chance for awhile as the shop transitions to an on-line shop in 2016 with less frequent in-store sales. Your Lucky Day is open this Friday-Sunday 9 to 6 at 4159 Grand Avenue South in Minneapolis. Happy saling!

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Chandeliers Glowing at Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie’s Trunk is aglow with soft lighting from the collection of beautiful chandeliers this weekend. Those shown here are only a sample of all you’ll find: simple brass, white wrought iron, and plenty dripping with sparkling crystals. There are wooden dining tables, iron tables, coffee tables plus easy chairs, dining chairs, and bar stools. Decor for the holidays mixes with statuary for patio or garden room. Enjoy the magic at Laurie’s Trunk on Friday-Saturday 11-5 and Sunday 12-4 at 9066 Lyndale Avenue South in Bloomington. Happy saling!

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Belle Junque Welcomes the Holidays

Belle Junque, St. Paul
Belle Junque, St. Paul

Belle Junque
Belle Junque

Belle Junque
Belle Junque

All is calm and bright this holiday season at Belle Junque in St. Paul. The colors are calming creams, grays and white with occasional pops of green and red. The vintage industrial light fixtures add a special glow to the shop where you’ll find painted and stained furniture, signs, wreaths, pictures frames and holders, and special decorations crafted by local artisans. Belle Junque is at 474 Cleveland near the corner of Randolph and is open 10-6 today and and Saturday. Nearby you’ll find The Middle Sister at 416 S. Snelling near Randolph which is open today-Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 12-5 and Urban Moon which is open Fri-Sat 10-6 and Sunday 10-5. Happy saling!

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Classic Charm at Vintage Marketplace

Vintage Marketplace
Vintage Marketplace

Vintage Marketplace
Vintage Marketplace

Vintage Marketplace
Vintage Marketplace

Classic Toys at  Vintage Marketplace
Classic Toys at
Vintage Marketplace

Minnesota Themes at Vintage Marketplace
Minnesota Themes at
Vintage Marketplace

Vintage Marketplace, Farmington
Vintage Marketplace,
Farmington

Vintage Marketplace is all dressed up for the holidays with decorated trees, green wreaths, ribbons, bows and lights. The talented crafters have made stained glass ornaments, crocheted snowflakes, Christmas stockings, and a huge variety of Minnesota-themed jewelry. There are classic vintage toys, games and books for the younger set plus glasses and dishes with holiday motifs for entertaining adults. Beneath the festive decor, you’ll find buffets, tables, and chests to enjoy during the holidays and for many years to come. Vintage Marketplace is open Friday and Saturday from 10-6 and on Sunday from 11-4 at 302 Oak Street in downtown Farmington. Stop by for a cozy holiday visit this weekend. It may be your last chance. Happy saling!

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Holiday Decor and Gifts Abound

Urban Cottage
Urban Cottage

Urban Cottage
Urban Cottage

Flamingos Divine Finds
Flamingos Divine Finds

The Cottage House
The Cottage House

The Cottage House
The Cottage House

There’s an abundance of holiday decorations of every sort from cottage to glitz in the shops in South Minneapolis: Santas, snowmen, angels, nativity sets, and so many ornaments for your tree or wreath. In fact you can buy a tree or wreath or greens too. In the gift area, you’ll find jewelry, scarves, vintage clothes, candles, signs, cards, and wrapping paper. If you can’t decide on the perfect gift, why not give a gift certificate? There’s a full range of one-of-a-kind furniture, home accessories and tableware for holiday entertaining. Enjoy the festive atmosphere while you shop your favorite stores this weekend, Thursday through Sunday. Check This Month’s Sales for all the details. Happy saling!

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It’s December!

Linda's Cellar, Chaska
Linda’s Cellar, Chaska

How Quaint, Shakopee
How Quaint, Shakopee

How Quaint, Shakopee
How Quaint, Shakopee

Vintage Marketplace, Farmington
Vintage Marketplace, Farmington

Haupt Antiek Market, Apple Valley
Haupt Antiek Market,
Apple Valley

Ms. Mac's Too, Carver
Ms. Mac’s Too,
Carver

December’s arrival along with some new snow reminds us that it’s time for serious shopping. Whether you’re looking for vintage holiday decorations, fragrant candles, entertaining supplies, or precious gifts, chances are you can find the perfect something at one of the many shops open this weekend. Besides the usual first weekenders, several others are open too. See This Month’s Sales for details. No reason to be stressed, just enjoy the music and holiday atmosphere and let inspiration be your guide. Happy saling!

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Be Thankful for So Many Choices

How Quaint, Shakopee
How Quaint, Shakopee

The Middle Sister, St. Paul
The Middle Sister, St. Paul

Belle Junque, St. Paul
Belle Junque, St. Paul

Your Lucky Day, S. Minneapolis
Your Lucky Day,
SW Minneapolis

Ms. Mac's Too, Carver
Ms. Mac’s Too, Carver

Vintage Marketplace, Farmington
Vintage Marketplace,
Farmington

Haupt Antiek Market, Apple Valley
Haupt Antiek Market,
Apple Valley

Many, probably most, of your favorite shops will be open Friday or Saturday with beautiful decorations, gifts, and home furnishings. This Month’s Sales List and Facebook will help you check on open days and times. These photos are just a small sample of what you’ll find. Take advantage of this abundance and be thankful for all the choices to shop locally for quality vintage and refreshed treasures. Happy saling!

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Laurie’s Trunk is a Holiday Treat

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk
Laurie's Trunk
Laurie’s Trunk

You’ll find many special, one-of-a-kind doors, statues, signs, chandeliers, and decorator pieces mixed in with dining tables, upholstered furniture and mirrors plus holiday greens galore at Laurie’s Trunk. The ambiance is elegant with a European influence. Prices are very reasonable, especially for the unique treasures. Laurie’s Trunk is open this weekend Thursday – Saturday 11-5 and on Sunday 12-4 PM at 9066 Lyndale Ave. S. in Bloomington. Treat yourself. Happy saling!

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