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The Ongoing Crochet Craze
Wednesday Mar 4 2026
Huey Lewis was right, it IS hip to be square. Granny squares are still trending in a big way, and our friends at Willow Hill Yarn Company at Gardner Village are all about the excitement in the air for this old-is-new craft.   Just what is a granny square, anyway? It's...  A bite-sized crochet project. A craft ...

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Your Ultimate Gardner Village Gift Guide
Saturday Dec 6 2025
The countdown to Christmas is on, and Gardner Village is your place to find special surprises for everyone on your gift list—friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, and more! You’ll discover stocking stuffers, gifts for creatives and hobbyists, neat treats for neighbors, stylish clothing ideas for festive fiestas, unique things for the ...

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Forget-Me-Not Finds, a New Store to Explore
Friday Sep 5 2025
Welcome to Forget-Me-Not Finds, the newest locally owned store at Gardner Village. As the name suggests, it’s difficult to forget this one. The items they carry—a wonderful mix of vintage, handmade, and giftable—are memorable and unique. The majority are brought in by local artists right here in Utah, adding to ...

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Gifts, Clothes and Supplies for School
Friday Aug 15 2025
Kids across Utah are going back to school this week and next. Between back-to-school nights, finding teacher gifts, and shopping for clothes and supplies, it can be a busy time! Let Gardner Village make things easier with a one-stop spot for kids’ clothes, unique art supplies, and plenty of ‘welcome ...

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Make Mother's Day Memorable at Gardner Village
Thursday May 1 2025
It's time to celebrate Mom! Plan a trip to Gardner Village and make this Mother’s Day week an extra memorable one. We have experiences to enjoy with your leading lady, gifts to get, dining to enjoy, and time spent together in the week leading up to Mother's Day. We'll look at a ...

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Beat the Winter Blues with Some Green
Friday Dec 6 2024
Simply Flowers might want to consider changing their name to Simply Flowers… and Plants! They’ve recently brought a bunch of new live plant options into to their store, and whether you consider yourself a green thumb or a novice, you’ll find this to be a great place to delve into the ...

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Join Us In Welcoming Refined to The Village
Friday Sep 13 2024
Recently, we introduced you to Lilly & Vera, a new shop at Gardner Village. (See the post here.) With that, we included a little teaser about good things to come in the shop across the way from this beautiful boutique. Today’s the day we officially break the news. Please join us ...

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Introducing Lilly & Vera, the Newest Village Shop
Thursday Aug 22 2024
It’s always a great day when we get to introduce a new, locally owned Gardner Village shop. Today, we’re delighted to welcome Lilly & Vera. This darling boutique specializes in making someone (including you!) feel special by offering self-care essentials; beautiful jewelry and clothing items; the cutest in kitchenware; unique ...

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10 MORE Things You Might Not Know About Gardner Village History
Friday Aug 9 2024
Welcome back to this celebration of our Gardner Village history and how our roots are tied to Utah history. In our last post, we shared 10 fun facts you might not know about Gardner Village. Today, we’re back to round out our list of 20 facts with 10 more historic ...

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Holiday Traditions to Try With Your Family
Wednesday Dec 13 2023
Traditions make the holidays extra special. They give us magical moments to look forward to and cherished memories that stay with us long after the season has come to an end. At Gardner Village, we LOVE being a part of your various traditions throughout the year! We also cherish the stories ...

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Halloween Porches of Gardner Village
Wednesday Sep 27 2023
This Halloween season, you’re in for a treat – tricked out front porches and outdoor decor ideas! The locally owned shops at Gardner Village have pulled out all the decorating stops to set the ‘Ween scene before you ever set a pointed shoe inside. The following porch pretties are definitely ones you'll want to ...

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Under New Ownership: Exciting Things Happening at The Art Cottage
Wednesday Sep 20 2023
What’s new at The Art Cottage? Well, for starters, the owners! The shop was recently purchased by the Miller family. With tremendous appreciation and respect for what The Art Cottage is and has been, they also bring a passion for creativity and fresh new excitement to this classic Gardner Village ...

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Add a Handcrafted Touch to Your Holidays
Wednesday Dec 7 2022
Nothing puts the heartfelt in holidays quite like the gift of handmade. Whether you’re crafting presents, attire, or home décor, adding a little bit of YOU through a project is never a bad idea. Good news! It isn’t too late to add a few handcrafted touches to your celebrating. With ...

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Let's Hear it For the Gardner Village Witches
Tuesday Sep 20 2022
Happy Witch-o-Ween! WitchFest is officially in full swing, Sept. 17 – Oct. 31, 2022.   Of course, this highly anticipated Utah tradition would never have taken flight the way it did without our Gardner Village witches.They put the motion in this happy potion and bring so much energy and excitement to the celebration!    Just ...

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Make a Summer Bucket List
Wednesday Jun 29 2022
We’re nearly a month into summer. How’s it going? Are your kids already using the “I’m bored” line on you? Or do you find them hypnotized by screens far more than you’d like? Trade those screens for scenes with a trip to Gardner Village.   The Village really knows how to ...

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More Magic to Discover at the 2022 Woodland Fairy Festival
Wednesday May 25 2022
The fairies aren’t the only ones to put on a show this time of year at Gardner Village. Our locally-owned shops come dressed to the nines in fairy fanciness!     It’s a beautiful time to take in the sites and even get ideas to apply at home. Plus, you never know who ...

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Gardner Village Comes Full Circle
Wednesday May 4 2022
It’s often said one shouldn’t reinvent the wheel. That isn’t the case at Gardner Village. Where wheels once turned to power one of the earliest flour mills in Utah, they now turn to both honor that history and add to the historic atmosphere. The MILL-ion Dollar Idea Okay, so perhaps Nancy Long’s ...

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Easter Hoppenings at Gardner Village
Wednesday Apr 13 2022
Hello and thanks for hopping by! We're so happy you're back for Part 2 of our Easter at a glance. Last post, we shared a favorite tradition, delicious dessert for your gathering, family-friendly activities, fab photo ops, and more! Today, we have even more sweet eats, your source for children's ...

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Easter Hoppinings at Gardner Village
Wednesday Apr 6 2022
Spring has sprung, which means good things are hoppenin’ at Gardner Village! From adorable spring photo ops and new baby animals to an egg-ceptional egg tree, bursting with color and the sweetest Easter treats, The Village is alive with things to see, do, and taste! You can even take the ...

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New Looks On the Spring Scene at Spoiled Rotten Children's Boutique
Wednesday Mar 30 2022
With warmer weather come fun new springtime fashions. Spoiled Rotten Children’s Boutique has looks to love for your boys and girls.   SPRING MEANS EASTER ATTIRE Spring and pastels go together like eggs and dye. This season, you’ll find a wide assortment of soft colors, ruffles and other dainty touches.   Here's something worth twirling for — ...

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Favorite Spring Things, and they’re on SALE!
Wednesday Mar 23 2022
Besides the longer days and warmer weather, a highlight at Gardner Village this time of year is the much-anticipated Spring Sale. Our three flagship stores, CF Home Furniture & Design, Down to Earth, and Layers Bedding, are offering big savings on fresh looks for your home. Let’s look at some ...

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Let's Celebrate Irish American Heritage Month
Wednesday Mar 9 2022
March is Irish American Heritage Month. Did you know? Amy Hasna, owner of The Crystal Fairy, is here to celebrate with us and share some of the MANY interesting tidbits she knows about this rich culture and its influence today. From St. Patrick to the Celts, you'll learn a great deal ...

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A One-year Walk Through Gardner Village
Wednesday Jan 26 2022
One camera. One year. One BEAUTIFUL Village view! To capture that, our Social Media Manager, Brooke Woolf, made a point of capturing a picture of the same shot down our main path month by month. She started with a picture in February 2021 and took her finale photo this week! ...

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The Newest Village Attraction and Decor Prove There's SnowPlace Like Gardner Village
Tuesday Jan 11 2022
Just because winter at Gardner Village looks like a scene straight out of a Hallmark movie doesn’t mean the holidays should have all the fun. Now is THE perfect time to stop and shop. Believe it or not, the snow (and snow-themed decor) is putting on quite a show!  There's Snow ...

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You Add the HAPPY in the Holiday
Wednesday Dec 22 2021
‘Twas the week of Christmas, And all through The Village, Elves bundle up to avoid winter chillage.   Every building, dressed up. The hat’s on the tower. Let’s stroll and bask in this magical hour.   Take in each festive sight. Look up high and down low. Every detail’s designed to put on a show.   Time to visit the shops.  Admire the ...

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Your One Stop for Everyone on Your Holiday Gift List
Tuesday Dec 14 2021
With Christmas just over a week away, Gardner Village is THE place for those in full gift-finding mode. With a variety of locally-owned shops offering something for everybody, it makes holiday shopping an enjoyable experience. Of course, the carols in the air, holiday lights, and magical décor seal the deal. ...

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Christmas Traditions from Around the World with Wanderlust
Wednesday Dec 8 2021
Grab your passport. We’re about to take a trip around the world in something even better than first class… Santa’s sleigh! This global journey is thanks to the talented traveler-turned-shop-owner behind Wanderlust, Courtney. She opened Wanterlust after spending time crossing continents, falling in love with the various cultures, and wanting to ...

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Three ChristMust-Dos That are Good for the Soul
Wednesday Nov 24 2021
It’s official — the Santa hat is in position upon the water tower. Let the holiday season begin! Some may look at this as a time of added to-dos and over spending, which can feel overwhelming. To counter that, we thought we’d present you with a list of ChristMust-Dos that ...

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Small Businesses Bring BIG Magic to WitchFest
Wednesday Oct 6 2021
Looking for some brilliant Halloween decorating ideas? We’ve got you covered! How about some happy window shopping? Yup, we’ve got that too. Hop aboard our broomstick for a flight of fancy that’s as inspiring as it is FUN!   This time of year, much of our focus is on the enchantment of ...

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Five Reasons You Want to Visit Gardner Village in August
Wednesday Aug 11 2021
There’s a reason Gardner Village is a popular backdrop for photographs. It’s like a secret garden in the middle of Salt Lake County. You turn off the busy highway and find yourself greeted by pioneer wagons, children taking pony rides, water wheels, and quaint retail shops located in historic buildings. Enjoy ...

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Grab Your Passports, Wanderlust is Now Open
Wednesday Jun 2 2021
Pack your bags and grab your passports! We’re about to embark on a trip around the world without even leaving the Salt Lake Valley. After its success as a Gardner Village pop-up shop, Wanderlust has permanently opened its doors for business!   Wanderlust gets its name from owner Courtney’s love of far-off ...

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10 Gift Ideas Guaranteed to Make Mom's Day
Wednesday May 5 2021
Every day feels like Mother’s Day at Gardner Village. Not only is the place to enjoy quality time as a family, it’s also Mom’s destination for all of her favorite things. From fashion and home items to beautiful flowers and tasty treats, this is your one stop for a huge ...

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Now Open: The Crystal Fairy at Gardner Village
Wednesday Apr 28 2021
Every spring, the Woodland Fairies call Gardner Village home. It’s an annual event that fills the air with sweet wonder (and a bit of fairy dust!). So it’s no wonder we’re thrilled to welcome our newest shop, The Crystal Fairy, which brings a year-round fairy feel to The Village!   You’ll find The ...

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May Your Days Be Merry and Bright
Wednesday Dec 23 2020
We’d be lying if we said we’re sad to see 2020 go. It hasn’t been the easiest of years, but there has been one BRIGHT silver lining... YOU! When we weren’t sure what the future would hold for our small, locally-owned shops, restaurants and event venues, you continued to show up. ...

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Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
Wednesday Dec 9 2020
Unless the Gardner Village elves spill the beans, we’ll likely never uncover the secret to Santa’s magical pack. (Just HOW does he fit everything in one dazzling duffle?!) Even without Santa's magic, you can create your own brand of gift-giving brilliance, thanks to Storybook Nook, Lulu’s Boutique, and Wanderlust at ...

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Unique Gifts for Stockings, Neighbors, Teachers, Friends... you get the idea
Wednesday Dec 18 2019
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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The Gardner Village Elves are Back in Town
Wednesday Nov 27 2019
Who needs a shelf when you have Gardner Village? It’s THE place for those elves to hang out this time of year.  The elves pulled in and set up camp last weekend, just in time for the Christmas season (and just ahead of the snowfall!).  Santa’s elves didn’t waste any time getting ...

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What a Trip to Gardner Village Looks Like for YOU
Wednesday Jul 10 2019
Today, we’re handing the blog reins over to you. This is a look at what makes Gardner Village special to you. In your words, with your amazing photos, we'll take a tour of The Village. The following photos and captions come from recent visitors who’ve posted to Instagram using #gardnervillage. From ...

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A CF Home Store Remodel Means BIG Savings for You!
Wednesday Mar 27 2019
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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Have Your-ELF a Merry Little Christmas
Monday Dec 24 2018
As the Gardner Village elves prepare to welcome THE Jolly Old Man himself, we want to pause and wish you and yours a merry and bright holiday season.  Whether you're rocking around the Christmas... uh, water wheel?... or you're quietly reflecting on what this season means to you, we hope your heart ...

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A Lesson on Back to School Fashion with Spoiled Rotten
Wednesday Aug 8 2018
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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Famous Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Tuesday Mar 13 2018
Looks like the luck o’ the Irish is on our side. Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the talented chef behind Archibald’s Restaurant is giving us their famous recipe for fried GREEN tomatoes!    Step 1: Slice your tomatoes.  Great Green Fact: Green tomatoes are simply basic tomatoes that have yet to ripen.  Step ...

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Meet Georgia Kendall, the Manager at Layers Beautiful Bedding
Tuesday Mar 6 2018
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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Make it a Valentine's Date to Remember
Wednesday Feb 7 2018
If it’s miles and miles of heart you seek, Gardner Village is on the beat. From a truly original date destination to your spot for heartfelt gifts and home decor, this spot is red hot!    A Valentine’s Date to Remember Why settle for ordinary dining this Valentine’s Day or weekend when you can ...

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From Our Hearts
Wednesday Dec 20 2017
Before our elves roll out for another all-important night of magic up north, we want to thank you for the magic made right here this year. You’ve made 2017 one to remember! From our fancy fairy friends to those wacky witches to every enchanting elf, we’ve loved creating year-round memories with you and being a part ...

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The Team Behind Gardner Village Beauty
Tuesday Jun 13 2017
Q: How many people does it take to change the lightbulbs at Gardner Village? A: With tens of thousands of bulbs outside alone, you’d think it would take an army, but the reality is it’s a small crew of talented people who keeps The Village looking lovely.    Say hello to the Property ...

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Gardner Village Wishes You & Yours the Happiest of Holidays!
Tuesday Dec 13 2016
Alas, it's time for our sweet elves to pack up for another year. The chocolate bars are loaded and the Christmas gear is packed. It's time for them to return home to the big man up north. Before they go, they want you to know how much they loved seeing ...

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Gardner Village Welcomes The Art Cottage
Tuesday Aug 9 2016
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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Happy Pioneer Day: Utah History at Gardner Village
Tuesday Jul 19 2016
This Pioneer Day, we pause to remember one of Utah's original pioneers, Archibald Gardner. Not only is he a rich part of Gardner Village history but also state history. Gardner helped settle Utah in 1847 and later went on to open the first flour mill in West Jordan, Utah, in 1853. Gardner had ...

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