Peace. Joy. Noel. - December 5, 6 & 7 and More Please - December 12, 13 & 14

December already?  We are not sure where the months have gone but we have reached the end of our 2013 openings.  It is our final stretch of the year, open two weekends this month with a whole lot of Christmas mixed with some great vintage finds and gifts for the holiday season.  Yes, we did say two weekends so if you don't get your fill during Peace. Joy. Noel., you can come on back for More Please next weekend. 

This month is a time for relaxing with family (Peace), taking in and celebrating the season (Joy) and of course gathering for the holiday (Noel).  We thank you for finding time to gather with us as part of your monthly ritual and bringing your enthusiasm each and every month.   Hope you enjoy our offerings for this holiday season and we look forward to continuing to be your Re-Treat from the ordinary and a source of inspiration as we move into another year.

Peace. Joy. Noel. 

  More pics on Facebook.

Sparkle and Shine - November 7, 8 & 9

We have reached the week that we suddenly lose an hour of light at the end of the day. Whose idea was that anyway?  It seems that this is one week that we find it hard to motivate. Have no fear, Re-Treat is here!  Despite the short days and downright miserable fall weather we are looking forward to the holidays with lots of sparkle and shine coming at you starting thursday (5-8pm).  I have to say the shop is looking spectacular thanks to one of us working hard while one of us was playing on their mountain bike in Utah.

We hope you can join us as we usher in the holiday season.  There's lots of artsy-craftsy events going on this weekend in addition to Re-Treat, so be sure to make the rounds.  See you Thursday 5-8pm, Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-4pm.

 

More pics on Facebook.

 

All Hallows Eve - October 3, 4 & 5

October is

when night guzzles up

the orange sherbet sunset

and sends the day

to bed

before supper

and

October is when jack-o’-lanterns

grin in the darkness

and

strange company crunches

across the rumple of dry leaves

to ring a doorbell.

October is

when you can be ghost,

a witch,

a creature from outer space…

almost anything!

And the neighbors, fearing tricks,

give you treats.

~Bobby Katz

 

Join us for our October Re-Treat this Thursday.  Featuring: witches, pumpkins, scarecrows and fun things...oh my! 

 

 

 

Lots more to see on our facebook page!

 

 

 

Fall Fest - September 5, 6 & 7

Are you ready?  Ready for cool temperatures, fall colors and shorter days?  We have to admit that we love fall.  As much as we are sad to know the long summer days are behind us, we look forward to changing Re-Treat over to oranges, yellow, browns, pumpkins and fun halloween creations.  The store is overflowing with great furniture, fall decorations and vintage finds.  Join us September 5, 6 & 7 and see how we have transformed the store to fall.

 

Re-Treat Flea - August 1, 2 & 3

This Saturday is our annual Re-Treat Flea!  We will feature a collection of vendors outside the store and we will also have a Flea room inside with items we want to move and at prices that will get them out the door.  Thursday and Friday will be regular store hours with lots of new things from our great vendors and artists.  Yes you will have to come back on Saturday to enjoy the Flea but we promise it will be worth it!  Rumor has it that pillows will be 50% of Saturday!

Here's a few sneak peaks:

Let the Sun Shine In - July 11, 12 & 13

Open the blinds and let the sun shine in...it's summer!  July in the U.P. and it actually feels like it. This is the time of the year to expand your decorating horizons to include your outdoor space.  Why shouldn't your deck, porch, etc. be an extension of your indoor space?  We love when you can open the sliding door and step into your own little oasis....correction:  your own little Re-Treat.    A collection of mismatched chairs, some carefully selected pieces of found items and a salvaged shipping crate potting bench can make your space.  Yes please!  We have lots of new pieces...come visit and see if we have the perfect one to complete your collection.

Garden Elements - June 6, 7 & 8

Finally! The snow is gone, the trees are green and flowers are blooming.  It is summer in the Keweenaw.  Time to dig in the garden, play outside and soak up the rays of summer.   This month we are bringing you a fabulous selection of fun things to help you decorate for the season.  It's not only about inside the home this month as its time to be outside! Join us this Thursday through Saturday for "Garden Elements"...ideas for your home and garden are waiting... 

"Gardening is about enjoying the smell of things growing in the soil, getting dirty without feeling guilty, and generally taking the time to soak up a little peace and serenity." ~Lindley Karstens

See our facebook page for more preview pictures!

Weathered Charm - May 2, 3 & 4

What is the favorite piece of furniture in my newly remodeled house? It's an easy answer. My favorite piece of furniture is an old farm bench that is repurposed as my coffee table.  I found the piece when we were first hunting for Re-Treat goods at a random flea market in Minnesota for $40 and I knew right away it was coming home with me.  It's top is worn barn wood and the edges and legs are layered with white, turquoise and blue paint that time and wear has revealed.  Would I consider repainting it?  Not a chance! 

Do you have a favorite piece or is it waiting for you at Re-Treat? "Weathered Charm" is throughout the store this month with some great furniture pieces, yard art and more. In addition we consigned local artist Dominic Fredianelli to create some spring inspired original artwork including canvas paintings and graffiti art turned into pillows.  As always, one-of-kind items and artwork, come early and come back as we restock throughout the weekend.   

As always, more pictures can be found on facebook.

Re-Blooming - April 4,5 & 6

Last year we had yard art out for our April Re-Treat, this year piles of snow remain....  So much for our theme this month. That's okay, there is plenty of bright colors inside re-treat to make you think of Spring.  And I won't forget to mention we have have candles that smell like fresh cut grass for those of you that are really needing a pick me up.  Our vendors rocked it this month with lots of great fun things, big and small. 

Hope you can join us as we will be celebrating our 3rd Anniversay of bringing you a monthy Re-Treat from the everyday store.  We will have goodies out on Thursday night for all who can stop by.  Open Thursday 5-8pm, Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. 

"Sweet April showers do spring May flowers." ~Thomas Tusser 

At least that's what we are told.  See you this weekend......

    

"Longing for Spring" - March 7, 8 & 9

"Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush." ~ Doug Larson

It's March and it's the time when everyone starts looking forward to and longing for spring. We've survived the cold, yet beautiful winter months enjoying the falling snow but now it's time for think about flowers, birds singing and bright colors. We've got lots of fun things this month to get your home looking and feeling like the upcoming spring. New bark cloth pillows, a great mint green table with floral chairs, a room of all white, Easter goodies and of course much much more. Have I mentioned we are longing for spring? Come and enjoy exploring Re-Treat's vision for Spring this weekend. Hope to see all our Re-Treat family old and new!

More pictures on facebook!

"Re-Fresh and Re-Claim" - February 7, 8 & 9

Yes, we are back for the new year.  Since December we have been cleaning, touching up, repainting the kitchen walls and finding new goodies in preparation for this week...Re-Fresh and Re-Claim.  We have lots of new things, some new vendors and new vignettes of course.  Please come in from the cold and see if you can claim something for yourself or find some ideas to freshen up your home for spring. You'll find a little valentine's love and a little whimsy, mixed with a dose of spring. 

 

 

 

More preview pictures on Facebook!

 

 

 

 



 



Announcing our 2013 "Openings"

MaRk YouR CaLenDaRs:

Re-Fresh and Re-Claim: Feb. 7, 8 & 9
Longing for Spring: March 7, 8 & 9
Re-Blooming: April 4, 5 & 6
Weathered Charm: May 2, 3 & 4
Garden Elements: June 6, 7 & 8
Let the Sun Shine In: July 11, 12 & 13
Re-Treat Flea: August 1, 2 & 3
Fall Fest: September 5, 6 & 7
All Hallows Eve: October 3, 4 & 5
Sparkle & Shine: November 7, 8 & 9
Peace. Joy. Noel.: December 5, 6 & 7
More Please: December 12, 13 & 14

Our hours on Open Weekends:

Thursday:  5pm-8pm
Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday:  10am-4pm

seE You SoOn!