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Smith + Trade Mercantile

3.0 (1 review)
Closed • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Kathe Wohlfahrt of America

Kathe Wohlfahrt of America

2.6(16 reviews)
0.1 mi
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Every year around Christmas time you will find Kathe Wohlfahrt among the holiday markets in certain…read morecities. Pittsburgh happens to be one of them and believe me it is worth checking out! First the tent is heated which means you can get out of the cold. For this reason and others there's usually a line to get inside. They only permit a few people at a time into their large heated tent. Once inside you are given a basket and proceed clockwise to check out the merchandise and make your selections. Photography is prohibited inside the tent. Everything is set up the same way each year. You first see candlelit pyramids with propellers on top which will rotate while the candles are lit. They are very beautiful and extremely expensive! Then you make your way back and you are surrounded by different Christmas ornaments and authentic beer steins. There are signs throughout telling you to ask for assistance before handling an object. In the back are Nutcrackers and German smoking men. In the middle of the tent you will find more things to decorate your holiday tree. On the far side of the tent they sell music boxes, metal ornaments, German paper cut ornaments and table runners, incense for the smoking men, German candy as well as your check out area. Please note that not everything is Kathe Wohlfahrt. What may look enticing may be made elsewhere. The best way you can tell you have the designer is that there is their signature tag attached to the merchandise. The do carry fine authentic German nutcrackers and smokers made by other companies but do be wary of some of the ornaments. Those items are much cheaper and not authentic to the company. I usually find that if I ask I get the help I needed. Over the years I've collected different Nutcrackers and Smoking men. Both of these products come in unique designs. They are also more affordable if you get smaller sizes. Normally when someone helps me they put the display one back and bring one out to the checkout counter. Cards are the preferred method of payment. Some of their Christmas ornaments are worth a look too. Make sure to keep your receipt. One year I purchased a damaged Nutcracker. I told them about it when I returned a few days later and they let me pick out one of my choice. They give you a complimentary catalog and you can shop for their merchandise all year on line. Now and then they offer discounts but the best part is being able to purchase holiday gifts to make the season bright. Our holiday market just opened last week and will run until just about Christmas. Located in Market Square in downtown Pittsburgh there is garage parking nearby along with public transportation.

One of my favorite Christmas stores to walk through especially on a cold day in downtown…read moreStillwater. They have the most beautiful and unique ornaments. This store is a one of a kind in the USA but they have another in Germany. Lots of wonderful smokers, clocks, etc. The craftsmanship is top notch. We have a lot of their smokers at our home and some ornaments on our tree. This trip I bought some mini advent calendars to include in our Xmas cards. They're so adorable. Their stuff is pricey but well worth it if you want something unique and handmade.

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La Vie Est Belle

La Vie Est Belle

5.0(1 review)
5.3 mi

This hidden gem in Lake Elmo is everything!…read more Positioned snuggly by the train tracks you will find a welcoming space and discover thoughtfully selected gifts, clothing and decor. In addition there are opportunities for gathering & creating at their seasonal workshops. I can't wait to attend an upcoming candle pouring or painting event. The owner is lovely and this is a mission based labor of love with a % of purchases donated to youth mental health support in our local schools. Lake Elmo has this and another sweet gift shop down the block. There is a delicious coffee spot as well! Details in my other reviews!

From the owner: At La vie Est Belle, our family hopes to share in the meaningful moments of your life. Our online…read morecommunity and store is a labor of love…not a financial endeavor, but a human endeavor. Our hope is to nurture genuine friendships, inspire joy, and lift the spirit via stories and beautiful gifts and home decor. Feel good about your purchases! In honor of our beautiful daughter and all others courageously living with a mental illness, a percentage of our profits will be donated to non-profit organizations raising awareness and transforming care for children, adolescents, adults and families experiencing a mental health condition. These individuals and families are some of the bravest people we know. And…just In case you were wondering…“la vie est belle” is a French expression (pronounced “la vee a bell”) meaning “life is beautiful”. It is about choosing your own path to happiness and inspiring others.

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