This shoppe is great! So fun and always changing! Get your holiday gifts here! Something for…read moreeveryone.

From the owner: Our little vintage boutique shop will be your new favorite in the beautiful St. Croix River Valley…read more Full of ever changing treasures. Stop in and say hello!

This is one of our favorite destination shops with so much to see especially in the summer with the…read morewhole back yard filled with outdoor decor. Inside and across the front porch they have plenty of gift items including seasonal decor, some clothing, bird feeding and pet supplies, kitchen items, food, candy and much more. In the bird feeding collection they have many types of feeders, supplies and seeds. We have never had such spoiled birds especially with the Wayne's seed mix - they get into that like nothing else we have ever tried! Stop in and meet the friendly staff, I think it might become a regular drive and stop for you too.

I used the Scandia-Marine Lions Club's Super Saver book to get 5 pounds of birdseed and another 5…read morepounds at half off plus bought 1 pound of dog treats and got 1 pound free. Put the birdseed out right away and the birds LOVE it! Bought two different types of mixes - both are high quality with seeds that the birds want to eat. The dogs also are enjoying their dog bones. The minute I take the bag out and open it up, all four dogs are sitting around me waiting for their treat! We will be back again for more bird seed and dog bones!

Here is a newer must stop on the popular St Croix Trail (95) between Taylor's Falls and Scandia…read more Located just south of the Franconia Sculpture Park. We have enjoyed the unique flavors of ice cream in cones, cups, pints and etc... With plenty of outdoor seating. They also have many gifts and items such as honey, maple syrup and more. Great place to stop.

A must stop! This shop has it all. From apparel, fudge, Amish popcorn, soda, magnets, planting…read morepots, metal signs, outdoor gardening items to rotating seasonal items, you can't go wrong. Come here to get your house inspired or to simply browse. Bonus: Don't forget to check out the discount shed outside. My family and I visit here frequently and it has become a time to bond together as we check out the ever changing space (this time the check out table moved to a completely different location and there was a bigger gardening section added). Each aisle of the store offers its own flair so you can be here for a good hour just to ensure you don't miss anything. Stop back when you can because seasonally, items change. I would say this store is a mix between Patina, Home Goods and a thrift shop. While a majority of the items are brand new, there is a very small section with gently used items such as rustic hand tools, records, teacups, and home decor. Enjoy! This place is a gem!

Best place ever! Unique one of a kind stuff that's great for the house, gardens, and gifts! Also,…read morethis store is the reason we are the proud new owners of 8 silkie chickens.

Hopsack is such a fun find in Balsam Lake. It fits the little cabin town vibe perfectly and feels…read morelike one of those places you're really glad you stumbled across. The coffee is great and the staff is incredibly kind and welcoming. The space itself is open, spacious, and modern but still has that cozy, comforting feel you want when you're up north. They also have a really nice selection of products for sale, almost like a small market. You can grab food and drinks to go, along with cabin essentials and other fun items. This is just a great spot to stop for coffee and browse a bit. A really great addition to the area and such a fun little place to visit.

Balsam Lake, WI has made great strides in providing new services to their seasonal community. One…read moreof their recent additions is a very nice, very comfortable little coffee house, run by some very nice and welcoming people. Shiny, spacious, and comforting, the Hopsack is taking tiny, thoughtful steps to be "that place" you go to get coffee and steal a couple of "reflective moments" or share the latest "gossip" with your friends. They have knickknacks, souvenirs, a wholesome atmosphere, and yes, a good cup of coffee. As someone who has had the privilege of having coffee in great in shops from Hawaii to Jerusalem and many, many points in between, this little coffee bistro has great potential and I plan to visit often; nay, vey often! This is a keeper folks! In other words, this is a "catch and keep!"

My favorite store to shop in all downtown Hudson. It has the cutest and most unique items. The…read morestore is huge! I never leave without buying something. Great gifts for newborns, friends, family members. This time I bought a pair of stud earrings and affirmations in the shape of stars in the shower/bath for kiddos. Last time I bought a candle that was perfect for the holidays.

LOVE gift shops like this. The store footprint was bigger than anticipated, and included an…read moreupstairs area, too. Clothing, body care, stationary, home decor, Hudson goodies, fun books, jewelry, bags, etc...So many great items to snag for a gift or for yourself. I purchased some gifts for friends while there and appreciated how many local vendors had a spotlight in this small biz. Collaboration=Love and Success. Can't wait to go back next time we are in town visiting family.

This place is a must see. Its an old timey school building out in the country. Really beautiful…read morearea, plus the owners have a lovely flower garden. They make pottery downstairs and have a shop upstairs in an old classroom with huge windows. Very nice shop. Leans more toward art gallery than a gift shop. Tons of pottery, lots of things you don't see elsewhere, plus jewelry, scarves, stained glass, soap, wall art etc...

Nice country arts store. Pottery, nick nacks and more…read more This isn't a huge art gallery but it is rustic and welcoming in its presentation. Never a huge crowd. Their hours are somewhat irregular, so it is good to call ahead. Plenty of 0arking outside the door. Helpful people working there.

One of my favorite day trips is to Taylor's Falls Minnesota! One of the stops we make is to…read moreFranconia Sculpture Park which is located about an hour from the Twin Cities metro area. It's an inexpensive and fun time for the whole family! There are over 100 artist designed sculptures and the grounds are a fun walk. They often have different events going on and the place is large enough that it never feels too crowded. We love the colors during the fall time but honestly every time of the year offers up something beautiful! There is a suggested donation of $10 per car and they have a nice building with bathrooms, a gift shop and drinks for purchase. They are dog friendly and even offer a few golf carts for rental if needed.

My first visit to the sculpture park was a great one. The fall day was warm but overcast. I loved…read moreall the colors of the trees. I was here with the Urban Sketchers group. I walked around the park to check out the artwork. I then decided to sketch two pieces. The area is so large that it can accommodate many people without seeming crowded. The day featured large puppets and folks on stilts. There was a scavenger hunt and pumpkin carving. Lots of families and pets. I was early so parking was easy. Make a donation to support this wonderful park.

This is one of our new favorite gift shops when we want to go out for a drive. It's located in…read more"The Shops at the Lodge" building in Siren Wisconsin. Well worth stopping to wander through the many gifts and up north cabin type clothing and items. The staff is friendly and there are more shops in the building including The Chattering Squirrel coffee shop next door. Check it out.

Not really a general store, but a gift shop. Fun to look…read morearound In. Located in a small mall with a scrap booking Store, a Kitchen ware shop, beauty shop and a nice espresso cafe