The Key to Everything

Skeleton keys are a classic symbol of discovery. The Romans used them as a symbol of Janus, the god of doorways. He kept unwanted energy out of the home. These beautiful key designs from Sparrow are a happy addition to our very particular selection of handmade jewelry. You can get just a key to add to an existing necklace, or add a leather string to hang it from. Lots of words are available to inspire you. The metal used is pewter, with one of two finishes: silver or antique brass. The sizes vary, and you can easily mix words together. This just might be the graduation or Mother's Day gift you're looking for.

Annual Spring Sale!

It's that time again: springtime!

We love spring, and one way we celebrate is to have our Annual Spring Sale. To make room for all the pretty new things we have on order, we need to do a little spring cleaning. Items will be marked with colored dots throughout the store, and each color matches a percentage discount. Sale items will be discounted from 20% to 50% off the original price. A great mix of goodies will be discounted, including winter accessories, pottery, jewelry, glass, and more.

The sale starts on Tuesday, March 16th. By coincidence, this is also our one-year anniversary in the new space! After 20 years on Main Street, we moved to 35 S. Broadway one year ago, and we are loving the new space. There are still a few of you that haven't had a chance to check out the new digs, and now would be the perfect time. Stop in early for the best selection.

Many of you are on our snail-mail list and have gotten a postcard in the last week. If you would like to go paperless, just let us know when you come in or e-mail us at whimsiesincognito[at]gmail[dot]com to update your information. Whether you are on our e-mail or snail-mail list, you will receive an additional discount on a sale item, so sign up now! For up-to-the-minute info on our shenanigans you can become a fan of Whimsies on Facebook.

Please remember that we require either cash or check for purchase of sale items. Our free and fabulous gift wrap is available only for regularly priced items. A small fee is charged for gift-wrapping sale items.

Always nice to see you!

Happy Valentine's Day!

 

Yes, that's right. Valentine's Day is this Sunday. You still have plenty of time to come by and find something special for that someone special. Beautiful new jewelry, brilliant pottery, and fabulous handbags and man-bags await your perusal. The new handmade soaps smell and feel luxurious. For a little something sweet we have chocolate lips and chocolate bars. Have we whet your appetite yet?

We do our best to have something for everyone. Of course our signature giftwrap is included. The store will even be open on Sunday, just in case. Please give us a call if you have questions or need directions. It's always nice to see you.

Valentine's Day Approaches!

There is no need to panic, folks. Your friends at Whimsies has the solution to all your Valentine woes. Okay, well, not ALL, but we certainly have lots of goodies to buy for your sweetheart on Heart Day!

We are absolutely delighted by the new soaps we got in. They are felted soaps... they're like a loofah and soap, all in one! And they smell heavenly! Sure to be a sweetie pleaser.

We also have jewelry, incense, t-shirts, scarves, candles, and more! We're also happy to give you ideas if you're stumped.

Whimsies is now open on Sundays, so there is a full two weeks left before V-Day...

December Already?

 
Time flies when your having fun. The advent calendar in our window already has four gifts open. Tomorrow our Annual Holiday Open House begins. Our new sign is hanging on the front of the house. What a year it has been! Since our move to the new location in March, the year has just flown by. We are looking forward to seeing all of our regulars. This weekend will be filled with party food and wine (wine provided by River View Wine & Spirits), giftwrap, and retail therapy, so stop in and enjoy the start of the holiday magic!

Our hours for this weekend are:
Saturday Dec. 5th: 10a.m. to 7p.m.
Sunday Dec. 6th: 12p.m. to 6p.m.

Can't wait to see you this weekend!

Here comes the horseman

 

Halloween is right around the corner and the horseman is on his way. This horseman silhouette is just one of the many spooky pieces we have by artist Jan Blough. We also have beautiful Halloween cards and children's books. Of course there is also a wide selection of Meadowbrook Gourds to fill your home with the spirit of the season. The autumn temperatures always put us in the mood for hot tea. Just in time for the chill we have great new teas from Zhena's Gypsy Tea in flavors like Caramel Apple and Pumpkin Spice as well as many others. Don't let the cold get the best of you, stay warm. Boxes and boxes for new hats, scarves and gloves have been unpacked for you to see. Oh yes, and socks too.

Did you know that we are on Facebook? You can become a "fan" of Whimsies on Facebook and get all our up-to-the-minute updates.

October Third Friday!

It's that time again, and in my opinion, it's the best kind of Third Friday... Halloween Third Friday! This Friday, October 16th!

So come on out, ghosts and ghouls, and join the Whimsies gals for some frightfully good fun! As usual, we have our 10% off Third Friday discount, but wait... there's more!

If you come in costume, an additional 10% TREAT will be yours—no trick!

There will be munchies and drinks, and oh, did I mention tarot readings?

Stop on by, we can't wait for Friday!