How’s this for a cool idea? The retail tenants of the Marshall Building (207 E. Buffalo) will be holding a Big Rummage Sale of new and gently used stuff Friday, August 8 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.). As home to vendors like CR Davidson Art, Grotta & Co., Grava Gallery, Elaine Erickson Gallery, Source 4 Framing, Window Vogue and Three Graces, shoppers can expect to find everything from original artwork, books, catalogs, frames and framing materials, prints and posters to furniture, household items, jewelry and accessories. But be advised, it’s all Cash & Carry so you best leave your charge card at home. For more info call 414-220-9389.
The Third Ward Sidewalk Sale, scheduled for Saturday August 9 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., offers shopkeepers the perfect opportunity to clear out merchandise to make room for new fall fashions and products. But better yet, it offers shoppers a slew of super savings. Seriously, you can save as much as 80 percent on purchases. What will you find? Merchandise of all sorts, like lingerie and bath and body products at A Woman’s Touch, designer bridesmaid dresses at Bella Bridesmaid, tea products at Brew City Tea and priced to move wines at Vino 100 Milwaukee. Sale prices will be slashed in half at Broadway Paper and next door at Colleen Horner Kitchen Bath Tile Stone, they’ll be great deals on showroom display pieces and closeout home accessories. Meanwhile Grotta & Co will offer wonderful handprinted silk pillows and scarves at unbelievable prices and (shoo) will be setting up racks of terrific shoes for their 2-for-1 sale. Shop freckle face, HERS, Stephanie Horne, Lela, Three Graces, Moda 3 and Sprout! for low low prices on summer fashions for all ages. And if you’re on the hunt for gifts or something for the home, simply swing by Cranston, The Home Market, JuJu, Urban Accents and of course Artasia. Looking to indulge yourself? Head to Blush Beauty. The point is, with all the sales, closeouts, special offers and fun going on just make sure you get there, OK? And if you’re worried about parking, don’t be. During the event parking is free at structures located at 212 N. Milwaukee and 225 E. Chicago. Need more incentive? Area restaurants will be marking the day with lots of culinary treats and specials (historicalthirdward.com).
While you’re there, check out the Verlo Mattress Factory. An Annual Futon-A-Thon and Back-to-School Event going on throughout August means you can get deals like a 13 piece bedroom package starting at $599 or Micro suede covered futon mattresses and frames for only $199 (201 N. Water St., 414-298-9701, verlo.com).
The Tool Shed, Riverwest’s “hip erotic boutique,” is throwing a party on Sunday August 10 (noon to 3 p.m.) to introduce new owner Laura. She steps in with over 10 years of experience as a sexuality educator as store founder Eilis heads off to Montana for graduate school. Stop in to enjoy delish Vegan cupcakes and get a gander at all the new merch Laura’s been bringing in. Along with expanding its selection of non-toxic, high quality adult toys and hand-made, and often locally produced, intimate products, the store has recently introduced an email newsletter to keep customers alert to expanded classes and events (804 E. Center St. 866-630-9338, toolshedtoys.com).
Got a creative itch that needs to be scratched? Fasten Collective holds Craft Night Wednesday August 13 between 3 and 9 p.m. Join designer Janelle of Little Ocean as she offers inspiration and help on this month’s project – tote bags. The store provides all supplies you’ll need but feel free to bring your own fabric if desired. Free and open to everyone, this event offers a fun opportunity to stitch and embellish in the company of fellow crafters (224 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., 414-747-9229, fastencollective.com).
Woman in hot pursuit of sizzling style better act fast if they’re going to take advantage of Urban Laundry’s Items of the Week! specials. Through the end of August, each week a different (and decidedly fabulous) style will be featured and sold at 30 percent off. At savings like this, shouldn’t you stop in soon (7602 Harwood Ave., 414-257-2770, urban-laundry.com)?
And speaking of the Historic Village of Wauwatosa, remember to check out villageofwauwatosa.com before heading out to shop. It’s a great place to find ready to print money saving coupons good at shops and restaurants in the neighborhood.
