If you need it, Joynes will most likely have it. If they don't have it, you most likely don't…read morereally need it. This store blew my mind. It was a shopping experience that took me back to the old fashioned Ben Franklin I grew up with a mix of modern day boutique. I don't think there are many stores where you can buy craft supplies, children's unique toys, running shoes, maple syrup and Pendleton sweaters and blankets. I will agree with some of the other reviewers and say that the prices are on the high side. Being from the Mid-West I thought all prices in Minnesota were higher. However, I understand much of the areas I was visiting were tourist towns, or remote areas and that alone explains the price increases. Being a small town and a tourist town, the staff was attentive and friendly. They made shopping a fun and pleasant experience. If you're in Grand Marais, you've got to at least walk through this store and be amazed with the variety of merchandise.

What a ginormous disappointment this store has become. Please either go back to the way the store…read morewas (for decades) or just close your doors. Overpriced was NEVER part of Ben Franklin.

This is a cute store with art supplies, homemade crafts, and antiques. It has a little bit of…read moreeverything for everyone.

We visit Joy and Company whenever in Grand Maris . Love the lay out and variety of beautiful and…read moreinteresting items . Such a wonderful happy environment. I ordered some products on line recently and was impressed with the website and ease of ordering .

I knew this store existed long before I visited the North Shore. The owner used to live in…read moreIndianapolis years ago and had the most unique shop of curiosities. Upstate MN's Instagram account has been fun to follow - from the evolution of the shop to the chronicles of the natural beauty of the area. I had high expectations before walking in. To sum it up - I was not disappointed. The shop has beautiful items at reasonable prices. Well curated. I tried on overalls from Utility Canvas and almost bought them and now regretting I didn't. The lady working the shop was friendly. It was very busy with weekend visitors. There's only one changing room, which I had to wait to use. It would be nice to have another one. I imagine most weekends here during the summer months are just as busy. I also enjoyed browsing the wide selection of minimalist jewelry. Upstate MN is polished, relevant and sets itself apart from the other kitcshy stores in Grand Marais.

Wow. Amazing. The owner is a beautiful human who has filled his store with an extraordinary curated…read morecollection of gifts. Honestly, I'd drive from Minneapolis to shop here...and be in his energy. I'll be back.

Fun thrift shop to explore. They had a variety of everything you can think of in this place! They…read morehad a book section, which was pretty neat. Just a fun place to explore. The ladies there were all so nice and friendly! I was lucky to score some cute items for such a deal!

I LOVE this shop! Great variety of items, indoors and out. Prices are just right! It's…read moresectioned off very nicely. Employee's are all volunteers and lovely people. Proceeds are donated.

A beautifully curated selection of yarn and supplies for knitting and embroidery. Friendly service…read moreand well-lit shop. I'll be back every time I'm up north.

Small thrift store with some decent items. Found some sorel boots otherwise a mix of various items…read morethat I didn't need. Worth the quick stop if you're in the area.

You know how I love a thrift store, especially small town thrift stores. This one was not big, but…read morehad some nice quality items. I got the best hand knit purse for $3.50 that totally would have cost me $30 at one of the boutiques in town. Also picked up some good kids books and 2 pairs of Acorn toddler booties only $1 each. This store isn't big enough to have a huge selection, but it was home to a few treasures on our trip. Sure to be a usual stop on our way up Highway 61.

The place was not open on Tuesday, August 4 as the website said. Door was locked at 1:09 p.m. bug…read moredumpster in the driveway. Has the place gone out of business? Visited last year and really enjoyed looking at all the yarn and patterns.

This is a must stop place to visit. Even if you don't knit or crochet you can find great quality…read moreyarns for someone you may know that would appreciate it! The owner is so sweet! I could spend all day in here! Found some awesome yarn made in Italy and also great organic cotton choices.

Look, this pandemic is messing with absolutely everyone's life. Which is why it makes it even more…read moreweird and bewildering and endearing and impressive when tiny shops in Grand Marais are just abso-fucking-lutely annihilating this whole "Operating In A Pandemic As A Small Business" situation. I've ordered from this place twice and had the exact same experience: ridiculously unbelievable wowness. I ordered this THREE DAYS AGO and now it's here. HOW. My post office is legit burned down and this was still here in three days! Look at what they sent me! All I ordered was two packs of greeting cards that I could use to whine to my friends about pandemic life! And they sent me this thoughtful, beautiful thing! What the hell is your problem, Everyone Else? Big Lake is beating the pants off of you! PS. I just turned the card over and there's a handwritten note wtfwtfwtfwtf JUST TAKE MY WALLET.

This store is so neat! It's not your typical tourist trap store - it has beautiful and unique art…read moreand cards and jewelry inside! Love this place!