Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Today, I’m positively brimming with excitement over the Found Cottage Market Mercantile!
It is almost here. If you are in Michigan and love design, decor, and just pure fun - this event is always a blast.
The mercantile is filled and styled with the most amazing pieces. As a life long lover of bits and bobs, this is a great day to spend with the gals.
If you’re planning to attend, may I be so bold as to offer some recommendations?
Arrive Early: The early hours are when the world feels fresh and full of promise. Plus, you’ll have first pick of all the marvelous finds.
Bring a Purse Full of Coins: While many vendors accept cards, there’s something so delightfully old-fashioned about paying with crisp bills or jingling coins.
Carry a Sturdy Bag (or Perhaps a Wagon!): You’ll need something to carry all the treasures you’ll discover. I daresay you’ll find more than you ever imagined! Your two hands work too.
Stay for the Entire Day: There’s so much to see and do that you’ll want to savor every moment. And the food—oh, the food!—it’s worth lingering for.
But that’s not all! Usually a day before the market, I make a day of exploring the vibrant streets of Grand Rapids. Some of my very favorite stops include:
Stoffer Home: A shop that feels like stepping into a storybook, filled with the most beautifully curated home goods and decor. If you are not following Jean Stoffer, it is worth checking out her instagram.
Counting House: The owner has an eye for unique pieces bringing vintage and modern together.
Commune GR: A delightful small business and home goods store that’s brimming with lovely finds for your cozy space.
Gemini Handmade: A treasure trove of handcrafted leather goods and other delightful artisan creations.
Nestology Shop & Studio: A whimsical space. Oh, so many lovely items.
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