“Shop” listings
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Sullivan’s Irish Alley
One hundred thousand welcomes await at this family-owned gift emporium. Need a Celtic knot bead for a true love’s bracelet or an Irish patchwork walking hat? If it has to do with the Emerald Isle, you’re likely to find it here, including rare pieces like Ogham (ancient script) wish plaques. (08/2011)
104 E Main St, Flushing
810-487- 2473
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Oliver T’s
This specialty store sells enough gourmet foodstuffs to fill your pantry 10 times over. Check out the jaw-dropping selection of handcrafted beers from around the world, including Northern California’s hard-to-find Scrimshaw brews. (03/2011)
1553 E Hill Rd, Grand Blanc
810-695- 6550
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ECLECTIONS: SUBURBAN LIFESTYLE BOUTIQUE
Find out why locally produced BaabaaZuZu is the latest word in Michigan fashion. (Hint: It has something to do with the one-of-a-kind pieces made from recycled wool.) Then dig even deeper into this cozy treasure chest for troll beads and art glass. (11/2010)
17085 Silver Pkwy, Fenton
810-629-2019
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ELIXER
For a taste of urban style smack in the middle of the suburbs, head to this store, which features cool duds for juniors and hip adults alike. Labels include Abercrombie, Roxy and Ralph Lauren. (09/2010)
211 N Main St, Davison
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WOJO’S GREENHOUSE
Your host or hostess will be delighted with an Endless Summer hydrangea or a bucket of carpet roses from this shop, which claims to be Flint’s largest nursery. (07/2010)
7360 E Court St, Davison
810-658-9221
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IMAGINATION STATION
Kids will be delighted by this store’s selection of toys and games. You don’t have to tell them that everything they find—from Scramble Squares (a nine-piece puzzle) to Putumayo World Music CDs—is educational. (05/2010)
1380 N Leroy St, Fenton
810-750-2808
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JELLYBEAN’S
You might be able to find that long-lost comic book, LP or cassette tape on eBay, but you’ll have a lot more fun searching for it in the cache of used and collectable stuff here. (03/2010)
730 S Dort Hwy
810-239-8808
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COMPLETE RUNNER
Take strides toward fulfilling your New Year’s resolutions by purchasing new shoes and running gear at this sport shop. The knowledgeable staff will make sure that your items will suit your exercise needs. (01/2010)
915 S Dort Hwy
810-233-8851
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CARRIAGETOWN ANTIQUE CENTER
Whether you're looking for a piece of your childhood or a piece of your grandparents', this two-story warehouse has probably got it. Get lost in time in racks of vintage clothing and trunks of jewelry and holiday decorations. (12/2009)
503 Garland St
810-238-1444
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GREAT LAKES CROSSING
Ride a mini-coaster at Jeepers!, dodge laser beams at LAZE-R-ACE, choose veggies at the Rainforest Café-but save some time for shopping. This innovative 200-store mall has plenty of entertainment options to keep you busy between purchases. (03/2009)
4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills
877-746-7452
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ELEMENTS
Don't miss this shabby-chic-meets-vintage boutique in nearby Lake Orion. It offers funky lamps, natural lotions, jewelry, ironwork, furniture, handmade clothing, stationery, cool kids' stuff and garden decorations in a century-old building. (02/2009)
11 S Broadway, Lake Orion
248-693-9010
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TREASURE BASKETS
Pick up a basketful of teapots and cups or a "bachelor's basket" filled with Jack Daniels and Coke at this delightful gift shop, which also stocks everything from baby clothes to University of Michigan popcorn bowls. (01/2009)
12821 S Saginaw St, Grand Blanc
866-694-9777
www.treasurebaskets.com
