Category Archives: Find of the Day/Spotlight feature

A Gathering of Friends Antique Market – Spring

My preview of the market showed lots of variety in the vintage goods on offer. There were dishes – functional and decorative – furniture, paintings, clocks, rugs, fishing gear, jewelry, statuary, fabrics, street signs, chandeliers, clothing, baskets, glassware, greeting cards, … Continue reading

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Urban Cottage Celebrates Nine Years

Urban Cottage is a fun place to be this weekend as Cheryl and her merry band of vendors celebrate nine years in business. The shop, front yard, and backyard are filled with great furniture, accessories, art, statuary, books, packets of … Continue reading

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Spring Is Here! A Great Day to Visit Hopkins!

Garden Party Gallery is open again today, Saturday the 20th of March, to celebrate the first official day of Spring. The featured artist this month is Lisa who creates amazing mosaics with found objects. Her mosaics are colorful and bold … Continue reading

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Spring Shopping in South Minneapolis

Urban Cottage was a bright, sunny delight for the opening day of this month’s sale weekend. The shop is filled with an array of beautiful lampshades, green plants, mirrors, artwork, dishes, glassware, décor and accessories for your home. Jewelry, greeting … Continue reading

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It’s Time for Fall Inspiration

Cooler weather brings visions of crisp days and cozy time spent indoors. The time is ripe for new accessories and occasional furniture like the pale blue chests, wicker baskets, soft throws, and charming lampshades you’ll find at Urban Cottage. Yes, … Continue reading

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Urban Moon Pop-up is an Outdoor Sale

Like the former shop, this pop-up collection includes small furniture, baskets, picture frames, vases, art, pillows, table linens, textiles, pots, signs, dishes, chic bulletin boards, some seasonal décor, and lots of lamps. Most prices are extremely reasonable with just a … Continue reading

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Garden Party Gallery Offers Color and 20% Off

Garden Party Gallery is a bright sunny garden filled with flowers and clever re-uses of bed springs, headboards, fences and ladders. It is also a quaint house filled with colorful furniture, décor, and jewelry. Everything has an artisan touch, something … Continue reading

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Haupt Antiek Market Shines with Valentines

You’re in for a treat at Haupt Antiek. The shop is brimming with Valentines and gifts for your favorite people. There are earrings, necklaces, and barrettes fashioned from old silver or tea tins. There’s lovely transfer ware and crystal goblets … Continue reading

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Garden Party Gallery in Hopkins is Magical

The ambiance at Garden Party Gallery is magical. It’s cozy and over-the-top decorated for the holidays. Yes, you’ll find some tables, chests, and children’s Time Out chairs, but the overwhelming vibe is cheerful, hand-crafted Christmas décor. There are many variations … Continue reading

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Fall Artisan Market Adds to Mama’s Happy Draw

After all the rain, the ground is wet at the Artisan Market, but everyone is happy to be there. Tents fill the grass with all kinds of fun goods. Many vendors have hand-crafted jewelry or hand-painted signs. Several tents feature … Continue reading

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