It’s the dining table’s time to shine. The talented team at Seven Gables Mercantile has set six super inspiring tables to put your decorating wheels in motion. Whether you’re using vintage pieces, new tableware, or a combination of the two, you’ll find tips to set your place settings apart this year.   SAVE ...

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At last, the black cat is out of the bag! We’ve uncovered the Gardner Village witches’ secret to looking amazing. With only a broomstick for transport, it does beg the question — how do they pack their magnificent closets when making their seasonal Village visits? It’s not like their brooms ...

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Looking for a memorable shopping experience in the local Salt Lake area? CF Home Furniture & Design at Gardner Village is located in a landmark flour mill, built in 1877 by one of Utah's original settlers, Archibald Gardner. Today, the structure, which now sits on the National Historic Register, is home to an impressive ...

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Enjoy one of your favorite Easter treats from a distance. Thanks to curbside pickup at Chocolate Covered Wagon, you can keep your tradition of personalized chocolate eggs alive without sacrificing your healthy distance.  Egg Ordering Ordering to-go eggs is easy. Simply: Call the store at 801.938.1963 to order or send your order to chocolatecoveredwagon@gmail.com. Phone ...

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“This is kind of my… second act. After raising a family of five children and living out of the country… it’s my turn.”  These words came from a smiling Debi Martin, the new owner of Spoiled Rotten Children’s Boutique. Welcome to Gardner Village Village, Debi!  Debi has a background in women’s fashion. ...

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A horse-drawn carriage… Freshly cut flowers… A romantic dinner for two and unique ambiance… Freshly baked treats and chocolate-dipped sweets… Cupid, himself, couldn’t write this stuff. It’s the stuff Valentine's Day is made of, and it can all be found at Gardner Village! Your Carriage Awaits  You’ll score major romance points with ...

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Did you find an engagement ring in that stocking this year? Congratulations! What a fun way to start the new year! As you embark on the planning stages, allow Gardner Village to lend a hand. The experts at Boda Bridal are here with their top bridal gown trends for spring 2020.  Please Note: All ...

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Are those stockings stuffed? The neighbors, gifted? You’ve got your coworkers covered, teachers taken care of, friends finished, etc, etc.? If the answer is yes, you can simply sit back and enjoy some delicious eye candy. If, like me, you’re nowhere near ready for Christmas to be just a week ...

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Awww… refreshing white! Used in decorating, it works for many seasons and reasons. From a classic Christmas look to a winter whites tablescape to symbolizing a clean slate at your New Year’s gathering, decorating and dining with white will make an impressive and elegant statement.  To inspire your white delight, our ...

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Eep! There’s an elephant in the room. Don’t worry, this doesn’t necessarily mean awkward air clearing is in order. Not when that elephant is white. Be the star of your upcoming holiday gathering/gift exchange with a hilarious white elephant gift. Lulu’s Boutique at Gardner Village has many knee-slapping choices. Take a look!  Oh, Dr. Suits, ...

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Are you a Salt Lake Parade of Homes person? You make a point of attending the popular home show every year to see the latest and greatest in trends and interior design ideas? Today’s your day! Down to Earth at Gardner Village was behind the design of Titan, Parade home #25.    Alas, ...

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Did you know that the witches bring more than frogs and felines with them when they land at Gardner Village each year? They also load the shops with the latest and greatest in magical Halloween home decor, witch fashion, and more. Hop on your broomstick and join me for this quick ...

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Pop quiz time! (Don’t worry, this is an easy one.) Number your paper from 1-4.  1. Where can you go to get unique back-to-school looks at prices that won’t break the bank? 2. Who has a Buy 1 Get 1 Half Off deal on children’s shoes now through the end of August? 3. ...

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Do you, dear blog reader, take this post as your guide to Utah’s newest bridal boutique? If you answered “I do,” you’re going to fall head-over-heels for Boda Bridal, the newest shop to open at Gardner Village.    The ribbon was officially cut a few weeks ago at a glorious grand opening ...

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Make Mother’s Day an around-the-clock affair with a full day of special surprises. From Brunch to bedtime snacks, Gardner Village has you covered and will help you give Mom a day she won’t forget.  WAKEUP SURPRISE Start Mother’s Day off on a high note with a bedside surprise. A flower arrangement from ...

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A decorated fireplace mantel isn’t the only way to reflect the signs of the season in your home. Your beds and sofas can also get in on the seasonal celebrating. The experts in all things cozy at Layers Bedding have three simple tips to help transform your home into a spring scene.    THINK SPRING ...

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CF Home is undergoing a remodel. Gardner Village's three-story flagship store, located in the historic Gardner Mill, is closing off its lower shopping level (more on why that is in a min.). Because the store is losing some real estate, inventory needs to go. This means MAJOR markdowns on the lower level, including the complete line ...

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Borrowing from the incomparable Mr. Rogers, it’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! A VERY beautiful day! After years without one, Gardner Village again has a shop focused exclusively on stationery and paper crafting! Say hello to Posh Paperie. This gorgeous new store is easily one of the sweetest paper ...

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The holidays are a nice time to incorporate handmade touches. It may seem too close to the big day to work on such endeavors, but the elves at Pine Needles at Gardner Village have been busy, doing much of the prep work for you. From measuring and cutting to kitting, they ...

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It’s Thanksgiving Eve. Do you have your table arrangement planned? Perhaps you’re already thinking ahead to what you’re going to do for your Christmas dinner this year? Either way, the experts at Aunt Elsie’s Trinkets & Treasures at Gardner Village have table tips to try. Whether you want to make your ...

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Add a splash of color to your Thanksgiving with fresh flowers. Simply Flowers at Gardner Village has a cornucopia of remarkable centerpieces and arrangements. Their fall spreads are rich in color and include unique autumn touches. With a variety of styles and sizes to choose from, it’s easy to find the ...

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If you've been to Gardner Village lately, you know the highly-anticipated witching hour is officially upon us! Are you witch ready? With WitchFest in full swing, you have many reasons to get your witch on, from Breakfast with a Witch to Witches Night Out to Witchapalooza Dinner Theater and so much more! Find a complete calendar of Gardner ...

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Where wonderful witches reside, you bet you’ll find the best in Halloween treats to trick out your home. Follow the hats for witch-approved decor ideas from some of your favorite Gardner Village shops.  Aunt Elsie’s Trinkets & Treasures This is your chance to re-create the Halloween styling you grew up with. Aunt Elsie’s ...

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Say hello to Madison Lund. If you’ve shopped at Gardner Village any time in the past 2.5 years, you may recognize her cute face. She started with The Village at Down to Earth then went to Layers Bedding to take the Assistant Manager position. As much as she loved working at Layers, ...

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FREE cupcakes! How’s that for an attention grabber? Simply Flowers is celebrating one year in business at Gardner Village with free birthday cupcakes and a special sale on Wednesday, September 12. (While treats last.) After a year in full bloom, it seems a great time to check in and see what this charming ...

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Photo-filled fall is upon us. Photo ops are around every corner this time of year, including back to school and the annual family photo shoot. Always close-up ready, the experts at Camera Shy and Spoiled Rotten Children’s Boutique are here with their top photo-taking and photoshoot-prep tips.  4 PRO PHOTO TAKING TIPS FROM CAMERA ...

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Attention, class. Today’s lesson is on the 1,2,3s and ABCs of back-to-school shopping.  1: ONE LOVELY, LOCAL OPTION Spoiled Rotten Children’s Boutique carries unique clothing for babies, girls, boys, and tween/teen girls. And it’s right here at Gardner Village in the Salt Lake City area, so you can try things on, touch and ...

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At just 15, Brooke Christen never imagined her rollerblading adventures through Gardner Village would launch her career in interior design and ultimately lead her to her own gorgeous brand, Nesting with Grace.  “It was funny; she and a friend were rollerblading around The Village and just stopped me and asked for ...

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Who, at one point or another, hasn’t thought of what it would be like to open a business? After working years in the oil and gas industry, and, before that, the tech industry, Paul Ashby decided it was time to take such a leap as a small business owner. “I was looking ...

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Meet Georgia Kendall, the manager at Layers Beautiful Bedding in Gardner Village. She’s been in this position for nearly four years, but her Village story began at birth. “As an employee, I still feel like a newbie in The Village,” Georgia explained. “People have worked here for so long. Some for more ...

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Emily Dern didn’t start her career thinking she’d be the owner of a yarn shop in Gardner Village, but The Village was home to one of her first jobs. In high school, she worked for The Village Whites Shoppe. Of course, she never imagined at that time that she’d one ...

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Like a knitted sleeve hugging a hot beverage, you'll find plenty of ways to cozy your home this winter. From bedding to home decor, these ideas from the shops at Gardner Village are big on comfort and creating a warm and inviting space to dwell.  CF Home Ready to feel like Bond, James ...

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Grab that gift-giving list. It’s time to make some serious progress. Here’s a list of 20 unique gifts you’ll find at Gardner Village. No expedited shipping costs. No big box bordem. Simply local charm and a wide assortment of ideas for everyone on your list.    Stop #1: Aunt Elsie’s Trinkets & Treasures Even ...

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The countdown to Christmas is on. At least if you’re thinking of making a present. Now’s the time to start planning and creating. Let the shops at Gardner Village lend a hand. Whether you fancy fabric, yearn for yarn, or are smart with painted art, they have ideas sure to ...

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Think it’s too late in the season to get holiday family photos taken, edited, and printed? Would you believe you could get it all done the same day in little more than an hour? Sounds like a holiday miracle, but it's true. Camera Shy is here with with adorable SAME DAY ...

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Make your Thanksgiving table sparkle with a fresh centerpiece made by you!  That’s right, you can arrange flowers like a pro. Just in time for the holiday season, Simply Flowers at Gardner Village is offering centerpiece classes throughout the day on November 21 and 22. Choose the 1.5-hour time slot that works ...

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You know what they say, “home is wherever I’m with boo.” And Gardner Village is here to make your house the happiest haunt on the block.  Consider this your Halloween scene. The shops are loaded with unique decor elements so you can dress your home up in style this Halloween. Here ...

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Witches aren’t the only magical visitors milling around Gardner Village this fall. The enchanting world of Harry Potter is making itself known at Willow Hill Yarn Company. Introducing The Wizarding World of Yarn!  Between now and Halloween. you’ll find Potter-inspired knitting and crocheting patterns. Here’s the real magic: they’re FREE! All ...

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There’s a new shop in bloom at Gardner Village. Simply Flowers opened yesterday, right across from the Chocolate Covered Wagon!  “My motto is ‘flowers, not filler,’” said Erin Veenendaal, Simply Flowers owner. “I don’t believe in packing an arrangement with baby’s breath and roses and calling it complete. In fact, I don’t ...

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With fall around the corner, the temps will soon drop, which means it’s time to start thinking about ways you can cozy up your bed. Your friends at Layers Beautiful Bedding at Gardner Village have just the ticket for adding inviting comfort, no matter your style. The answer: knits! There’s something ...

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Looking to welcome the 2017-18 school year in a unique way? The shops at Gardner Village have you covered. Whether you want to treat your child’s new teacher to a little first-day surprise or give your young student something fun to celebrate the season, you’ll find plenty of original ideas ...

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Is back-to-school shopping on your summer to-do list? You’re going to want to grab that ledger book and take note. We have your source for style right here!  Spoiled Rotten Children’s Boutique at Gardner Village brings all of the adorable, unique, on-trend fashions you see online and brings them to you locally. ...

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Summer is in full swing, which means summer style and a new, lighter wardrobe. Check out the fashions that will have you looking hot, hot, hot this summer!  Plum Dandy Not far form the main entrance of Archibald’s Restaurant, you’ll find this clothing hot spot. Let’s take a look around Plum Dandy and ...

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Made famous by HGTV’s Fixer Upper power couple, Chip and Joanna Gaines, Magnolia Market at the Silos, in Waco, TX, has become a huge shopping destination. It’s no wonder, either. Between the show’s charm, the couple’s charisma, and the inspiring creativity, such style is made to feel obtainable. Plus, the silo backdrop ...

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Meet the newest member of the Gardner Village family—Willow Hill Yarn Company! Wait just a minute… At first glance, this shop might look familiar. That’s because it is. It was formerly Kamille’s, and long-time Kamille’s employee, Emily Dern, purchased it when Kamille decided to sell a few months back.    The wonderful thing ...

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“When you read a book as a child, it becomes a part of your identity in a way that no other reading in your whole life does.” —Meg Ryan as Kathleen Kelly in You’ve Got Mail If you’re a fan of You’ve Got Mail, a trip to Storybook Nook at Gardner Village ...

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Why, hello there, sunshine! Do you know what time it is? That’s right, it’s time for another Shop Spotlight, which means we get to take a detailed look inside one of our Gardner Village stores to learn more about it and see what’s available (dibs on the little heart dish!). Today, we ...

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It's always an exciting feeling when a new shop opens its doors in The Village. But when the shop is also a school, the fun levels really climb. Introducing... The Art Cottage! This sweet shop has so much to offer. Step inside, and you'll discover: 1. Bonnie Merrill, the shop's resident artist (and ...

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Welcome to Spoiled Rotten Children's Boutique! This sweet clothing, accessory, and gift boutique in Gardner Village is the place to find unique outfits for everyday wear, holidays, and other special occasions. As a frequent shopper, I get so many compliments on the clothes we get from here. I just wish they ...

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