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Bonjour Provence Delights with French Souvenirs

Bonjour Provence is the place to find a special souvenir from France whether you prefer linens, pottery, signs, or charming watercolors. There are olive plates, storage tins, and baskets mingling with small tables, shelves, and chairs. All have a French … Continue reading

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Prairie Haven and More Hutchinson Vendors

Prairie Haven Designs is a combination of beautifully crafted pillows, light fixtures and upholstery mixed with vintage furniture, dishes, and fun accessories all artistically displayed in a purpose-built barn-like building which is usually open just four times a year. This … Continue reading

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Minted Patina Market in Hutchinson

Here’s a quick look at some of the 23 non-food vendors at the Minted Patina Market. The fair building is roomy for this first year’s market and includes tables and chairs for sitting with your lunch or snack or cupcake … Continue reading

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It Feels Like Spring at A Gathering of Friends

Flowers are blooming at Bachman’s and spring is definitely in the air at A Gathering of Friends. This semi-annual antique market won’t disappoint you. The array of classic, primitive and industrial antiques means there is something for everyone’s taste. Admission … Continue reading

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Bonjour Provence Brings France to Richfield

Bonjour Provence brings charming souvenirs back to Minnesota from flea markets across the south of France and then adds in repainted vintage furniture to offer a sweet little sale. Shoppers often find a reminder of a past trip in the … Continue reading

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A Gathering of Friends Starts Tomorrow

A Gathering of Friends is open this weekend at Bachman’s on Lyndale with an amazing collection of vintage goods assembled under one roof. There’s rusty, chippy, shabby, and shiny old things from vases to signs, garden furniture to upholstered chairs, … Continue reading

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Belle Junque Offers French Decor and More

Belle Junque has changed their hours – slightly – but has maintained their calm, cool, clean, charming atmosphere. Merchandise is somewhat French, somewhat farmhouse, but all is delightful. Stop by every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11 to 6 at … Continue reading

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E’s Emporium Celebrates 5 Years!

E’s Emporium is celebrating five years in business this weekend with discounts on furniture and vintage goods. There’s a variety of chairs and tables to choose from plus sets of dishes and glassware, lamps, light fixtures, and decorative pillows. You’ll … Continue reading

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