There’s a New Market in Town & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up #119
Have you heard there’s a fun new market in Watertown, New York? Located just two doors down from my place of employment, Solitary Consignment, on the other side of Cook’s Jewelers, right in Public Square…Downtown Julie Brown Marketplace has a little bit something for everyone with over 20 local vendors housed inside this huge open space that is filled with light, love, and laughter. They just opened their doors a few weeks ago and I finally had the opportunity to stop in last weekend. I needed to get myself another slouchy hat from Linda Gibbs Handmade and I saw this denim blue one in the window, so I bounced on in just after leaving the consignment shop.
Upon first entering, I saw my dear friend Leti of Good Life Gift Shop lounging in a big comfy recliner about to enjoy a scrumptious muffin that she had just purchased at Downtown Julie Brown Marketplace. It always gives me all the good feels when I am making my rounds around town and I see all the happy people in my friend circle! I chatted with Leti for a moment, enjoying the most welcoming aromas of all the things that make us feel at home, when Julie greeted me with the most enthusiastic hello as if I had known her forever and we were just old friends meeting once again! It was our first meeting, but I have to say, it really did feel like I have known her forever. Julie has that kind of energy that draws people in and leaves you smiling a bit bigger with an extra bounce in your step after any exchange with her.
Julie and her husband Matt are a retired military family who decided to settle in the Watertown area after Matt’s retirement (very similar to my husband and me). And you all know how much I love to support local small businesses in my area. But it’s like a little extra benefit when I can also support military and retired military families in my community as well. It is the life I live and those bonds grow strong after all these years of military living! So I was super excited about this new marketplace in town for so many reasons and I am honored to be able to introduce this business to you. Won’t you take a look inside at all the goodies available…a list of the vendors housed inside Downtown Julie Brown Marketplace is available here.
If you are local to Watertown or just visiting the area, take some time to explore our downtown area. There are so many wonderful shops and restaurants and other small businesses. We are growing by leaps and bounds and it is so amazing to watch and be a part of its growth. If you are looking for more information (or just want my opinion!), I have shared about many of these businesses in my #SpreadTheKindness Series. This sweet little town of mine, the one that I will be calling home for a very long time (we are currently in the process of purchasing our house that we have been renting for the past two years), is my Stars Hollow and I really quite love it here. Come visit and I’ll show you around!
And now your featured favorites from last week’s link party.
Darlene of Aquamarina Style shared her post, Shop My Closet: Capri Jeans Outfit for Spring. I have been shopping my closet quite frequently lately, which is really good since I do love to shop! I love this easy Spring outfit that Darlene created by shopping her closet. The colors are so pretty on her and cropped jeans are totally the way to go once the weather gets warm.
Katie of Hello Katie Girl shared her post, Topiary Dress at Greystone Mansion. Not only is this a beautiful back drop for her blog photos, but how stinking cute is Katie’s dress? And honestly, this girl has the best accessories. Every. Single. Time.
Be sure to stop by tomorrow for the fourth edition of the Magnificent 8 Collaboration. My outfit here will be featured in more detail. Can you guess the theme?
Keeping it on the edge,
Shelbee
Linking up with these Fabulous Link Parties.
70 Comments
Nancy
It must be so lovely to live where you live. Such Favreau ships and such a great community. I wished we had that here!
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Thank you, Nancy! It has come a long way since I moved here 6 years ago. Lots of great new shops and eateries opening up. Hopefully lots more will start to pop up as well. Have a great day, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Chanda
Ahh, the Scrabble tiles have won my heart!! 🙂 seems like a pretty cool place to find some great items. Thanks for sharing Shelbee!
xx, Chanda | http://www.mschanda.com
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Chanda, thanks so much for stopping by! I absolutely love the Scrabble tiles, too!
xoxo
Shelbee
Julie | This Main Line Life
That looks like a really cute shop is strangely, it looks a lot (I mean a lot) like a little shop in Watertown Maine that I used to go to with my mother-in-law (they used to have a lake house up there and we’d go in the summer). I did a double take.
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Oh wow, Julie, how funny is that?! Thanks so much for stopping today. I hope you have a fabulous day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kathrine Eldridge
Would love to shop at this marketplace! Thanks for sharing and love your pretty in pink look. Thanks for the link up!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
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Thanks, Kathrine!I do love these little shops, too. They always have such fun and unique items! Have a great day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jill
Love shopping at local shops like this one! All of the farmhouse decor is so cute! Also loving your pretty kimono and pink camo top!
Jill – Doused in Pink
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Thanks for stopping by, Jill! You definitely can find some really fun and unique items in stores like these! Stop by tomorrow if you will to see more of this outfit and the theme of the Magnificent 8 this quarter! Have a fabulous day.
xoxo
Shelbee
mireille
What a neat new shop! That is what about small town living! Developing relationships, seeing teachers and neighbors on your walks, at the doc…
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Thanks, Mireille! I agree completely! I do love small town living!
xoxo
Shelbee
Anne M Bray
You had my attention at the sweet nook with the honey and maple syrup. Does she have maple sugar candy? ADORE that stuff!
Someday I’ll visit Watertown. Not this summer though. I can make it as far as Old Forge (with Severo in tow!).
My plans changed when I found out about a good exhibition at the RISD Museum in Providence that closes the end of June. That I MUST see. Days with Mom in Barneveld became reduced as a result.
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I don’t know if there is any maple sugar candy, Anne, but I must find out now because I love that stuff, too! So sugary and sweet and delicious! And one day, when you do make it to Watertown, we will have a blast, my friend! But if you do make it to Old Forge this summer and have some time to spare, do let me know. If I can make my way there, I will!
xoxo
Shelbee
Anne M Bray
I think Severo would very much enjoy Old Forge Hardware, plus there’s that decent museum (The Adirondack??) that my mom likes to visit, so I think Old Forge is definitely on the list! Hope our timelines can coordinate.
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Oh I hope we can coordinate, too! I have never been to Old Forge so it will be a good reason to get there!
xoxo
Shelbee
Anne M Bray
OMG! You’ve never been to OF? The hardware store is a trip back in time. They have EVERYTHING.
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I must get there. Soon. You are my motivation!
xoxo
Shelbee
Chrissy
Ok, that place looks as cute as you! How appropriate for you to be there spokesperson for the week. 😉 Love your pink kimono!
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Thanks so much, Chrissy! You are too sweet, my friend! Check back tomorrow for more of this outfit with my Magnificent 8 friends!
xoxo
Shelbee
jodie filogomo
You are the best supporter of your area, Shelbee…..it makes me want to jump on a plane and come visit!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Thanks so much, Jodie! And you totally should come visit northern NY! There is so much to do here in the Summer with all the lakes and mountains and such!
xoxo
Shelbee
Monica
I am not allowed in there! Good thing I’m so far away haha. I would legit buy everything. It’s so cute!
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Ha, you are too cute, Monica! There are a ton of adorable things in there, for sure. Thanks for stopping by today!
xoxo
Shelbee
Pam Ecrement
What a fun shop!! Thanks for sharing all the pics….
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Pam, thanks for checking it out! I am glad you enjoyed it. Have a wonderful day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Tamar A Strauss-Benjamin
What a fun place!!
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Thanks for checking it out, Tamar! Have a great day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jessica A Jannenga
So many cute things! I would love to browse there. I like little shops like these. Love the hat and your know I mentioned how great you look in pink! Pink camo , sweet, with the kimono, even sweeter! Looking great Shelbee!
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
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Jess, thanks so much! I am definitely wearing pale pink much more frequently than I ever have! I am loving it. And I am so happy that you all are enjoying these “visits” to my hometown!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jean | Delightful Repast
Shelbee, I love the photo of you sitting on the bench in front of the boutique–gorgeous! Thank you for hosting #SpreadTheKindness.
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Thanks so much, Jean! I have shared more of that outfit on my Magnificent 8 post today!
xoxo
Shelbee
Lauren Sparks
That market looks so fun! laurensparks.net
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Lauren, thanks so much for stopping by and checking it out! There are lots of great goodies in this little marketplace!
xoxo
Shelbee
Gail
I love reading about your sweet little tow. Hopefully will get to NY again in the not too distant future. Such a cute hat, they really suit you!
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Thanks so much, Gail! I am so glad that everyone is enjoying my posts about my community. And if you do make it to Northern NY, please let me know! Hopefully we can coordinate a meet up of some sort. That would be amazing!
xoxo
Shelbee
Laura
This looks like a really fun store to browse and find great gifts for people (or yourself)! Thanks for introducing us to this shop!
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Laura, thanks so much for reading! There are definitely a ton of great gift ideas in this market. But mostly, I kind of want lots of stuff for myself!
xoxo
Shelbee
Jessica
What a cute shop! I love those scrabble tiles!
~Jessica
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Thanks for reading, Jessica! Those Scrabble tiles are my favorites, too!
xoxo
Shelbee
Kellyann Rohr
I love your little town and would LOVE to live in such a sweet place. So much character and charm. Congrats on purchasing your home, it must feel good to put down some roots and know you’ll be there for awhile!
xo,
Kellyann
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Kellyann, thank you so much! When I first started writing these posts about small businesses in my community, I wasn’t sure if my readers would appreciate them because they are only local to me. It makes me happy to see that you all do enjoy reading about them. Plus I think it is important to support all local small businesses in any community. These businesses are, after all, the foundations of our communities. So thank you for reading and supporting what I do! And yes, it does feel wonderful to establish our roots here! I hope you have the most wonderful day, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Darlene
Shelbee, I continue to admire the way you support your local shops and companies. And also, the support for military families. And finally, for supporting me by featuring my post! That is so very sweet of you and very much appreciated. It’s an honor to be included among all the amazing bloggers that participate in your Link Up.
xx Darlene
You look darling in those slouch hats!! xx
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Darlene, thank you so much for always supporting me and linking up with my parties! I am so glad that everyone enjoys these posts about shops in my local community. They are fun to write and bring awareness to the importance of supporting local small businesses in any community. And it was my pleasure to feature you. I always love your style. Have the most wonderful day, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
You really have so many adorable stores in your area. I love browsing stores like these. We have a couple of areas with a lot of shops like these and my friends and I make a day of it every Fall and Spring (with lunch!).
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
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Carrie, thanks so much for stopping by! Oh, I need to have a day of shopping local and enjoying lunch with friends! I seriously never get the chance to do that these days. I hope you have a fantastic day, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Cheryl Shops
Between Solitary Consignment and Downtown Julie Brown Market, your town has the best shop names—I love it!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
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Thanks for stopping by, Cheryl! There really are some super creative places in my town! I have always loved the name of Solitary Consignment, too. It is so clever and it always make me smile! Have a fabulous day, my friend.
xoxo
Shelbee
Jacqui Berry
What a cute little shop. Plenty to see here, just wished I lived nearer! Thanks for sharing and hosting. Jacqui Mummabstylish
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Thanks so much, Jacqui! I love finding these fun new places to shop unique and interesting items. I am glad that you enjoyed reading about it.
xoxo
Shelbee
Katie
I would love to have a fun place like this down the street from me! Plus, that fudge looks delicious! Thanks for the wonderful shot out about my post and have a great week!
-Katie
http://www.hellokatiegirlblog.com/
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Thank you, Katie! It is hard to resist walking into this cute little market every day when I leave work! But I must resist or I would buy too many things!
xoxo
Shelbee
Sarah
Wow! Seems like a lovely place to shop! Love all the dainty details and stuff inside it <3
Only Yesterday
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Sarah, thanks so much for stopping by! My photos don’t even do it justice. There are so many pretty things in this marketplace!
xoxo
Shelbee
Suzy Turner
What a gorgeous shop! I love that you find these fabulous places run by such wonderful people and share them on your blog, Shelbee!
Hope all is fab with you.
Hugs
Suzy xx
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Suzy, thanks so much! I am so glad that everyone enjoys these posts about local businesses in my area. I know many of you can’t shop them, so it makes me happy that you at least enjoy reading about them. I hope that some local people see these posts as well and it inspires them to go shopping!
xoxo
Shelbee
Patrick Weseman
You live in the coolest place. Thanks for sharing this wonderful shop. Thanks for hosting and I hope that you have a wonderful week.
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Thanks for checking it out, Patrick! But I have been to where you live and I have to disagree with you…because you live in the coolest place! Have a wonderful day, my friend!
xoxo
Shelbee
Liberty
Yes! I love the Scrabble tiles. Just played the game twice this past week. I bought a French version at a yardsale–no, I don’t speak French– but the tiles have different number values so it was interesting to me. And I have a turntable one with mahogany colored tiles….
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Liberty, thanks so much for stopping by! The Scrabble tiles are my favorite, too. And while I know they are for wall decoration, they kind of make me want a giant Scrabble board to play on! I love Scrabble and play often with my kids. They are funny to play with though at 6 and 8 since they do not have quite as an extensive a vocabulary as I do…but it is a fun way to teach them new words. By the way, I did receive your email and am making my way round to answering emails this weekend. I am totally on board with your proposal, but let me think of the best approach for it. And I will let you know this weekend! Have a fantastic day!
xoxo
Shelbee
Liberty
I just sent you two giant Scrabble pins via Pinterest…
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Excellent! I will check them out! Thanks!
xoxo
Shelbee
Dellene
I just love the sound of your little community, so lovely!
xo
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Thanks so much, Dellene! It is a wonderful and supportive community indeed. I am blessed to be a part of it!
xoxo
Shelbee
Anna Shirley
This marketplace looks like place I would love to visit very often. Nice community living you have there, Shelbee.
Anna
http://www.glamadventure.com
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Thanks so much, Anna! There really is a wonderful sense of community here and I do love it! Have a wonderful day.
xoxo
Shelbee
stephanie
looks like a cute little place to shop!!
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Thanks for checking it out, Stephanie! They do have a ton of adorable things!
xoxo
Shelbee
Helen C.
What a cute place!!! Your town seems so lovely!!!
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Thank you, Helen, my friend! It is certainly growing by leaps and bounds! I hope the growth the continues.
xoxo
Shelbee