I was peering at a cute piece of distressed furniture on Craigslist the other night. Sort of a…read moreteal, burnished armoire thingy that someone spruced up and was selling for $500. Like Dr. Who's bow tie, it was COOOOO-OOOOL. WHAT THE HELL IS THAT? said husband, dropping his laundry basket on the floor. It's cute, it's "anthropologie style". What does that mean?he said. "I don't think it's cute. It's hideous." Software engineers. Go figure. Showing him the Anthropoligie website, he said, "People pay MONEY for that?It's old beat up stuff." After trying to explain to him the virtues of character, personality, patina, interest, charm vs. new, utilitarian, clean, etc. etc. i sort of gave up on him. Yes, dude, yes they do. But I don't like to pay that much. I like funky, fun, little stores with hidden treasures. Speaking of which, I had been driving past this store for weeks, always just missing their open hours. It's in a bizarre place, on the corner of West Union and Cornelius Pass Road, by Allstate. Across from where Sweet Oregon Grill used to be (RIP, sniffle sigh). I finally got in there, and I was so right to be excited, this fun little store is loaded with treasures. Stressed, shabby chic, kitschy, cute, adorable, wonderful, REASONABLE, little treasures. I picked up a wooden book shelf for a pittance. I plan to paint it. It's going to hold stuff. Maybe more stuff from this store? Apparently, the woman who runs it ( wasn't there when I was in) specializes in painting old things and making them awesome. You can tell, there are a lot of awesome one of a kind things in here, including garden art,old jewelry, wall art, painted letters, lamps, pillows, little adorable wooden boxes that are actually CD holders but look like bird houses, you know. NEATO stuff. I saw something else in there I really wanted. I have to figure out how to justify it. Hubby? well, he can go buy some more stainless steel shelving for the garage. BO-Ring.

When I work in this area, there's not much to do that doesn't take up the better part of my lunch…read morehour. However, I had to pat myself on the back today because I remembered to come to this funky fun store and wander through the shop and shop. I didn't buy anything today, but I think it's one to keep on my list because I have friends and family who would be very pleased to get something from Wink (and I'd be perfectly happy to buy myself something there as well). There is a melange of vintage and antique items and upcycled items made by the owner. The items made or upcycled by the owner are very nicely done, very professional looking, and prices are quite reasonable. I really liked her handmade jewelry and various painted pieces of furniture. There's an excellent assortment of vintage/antique goodies, and I saw a pitcher and glass set that I think my grandmother had in her kitchen back in the day. Her nice vintage lamps are pretty and in great shape; I have a friend obsessed by vintage lamps, so this is the place to tell her about to feed her habit. One thing I appreciate about WINK is that its clean and well-dusted; I don't sneeze or cough here, an usual state of affairs for me when I shop in a lot of vintage/antique shops. The store owner is very friendly, but not intrusive. I stopped to look at a grouping of pictures on the wall and she told me the stories about how the pictures were of her mom's first couple of stores and then her first WINK store in Lake Oswego. It was pleasant to hear the story. I enjoy back stories and personal histories and it's the perfect way to draw people in without having to do the old hard sell; nothing better than just keeping it natural and going with the flow. She is also very knowledgeable about her items and can answer questions quickly with a wealth of information. I'm sure I will be back to buy from this great shop because of its items perfect for many friends and families, but also because of the owner and her excellent brand of interacting with people turning it into acustomer service art form. Be sure to stop and shop here and enjoy everything.

Gotta go here four times a year any time is a good time. Be prepared to pay to park and entrance…read morefees but you can spend all day if you want or an hour. You'll never see it all you'll make new friends and see old ones. The building and outdoor spaces are laid out neatly plenty of variety you can eat, wander and be comfortable all the while. I know people who bring vans and trailers just in case they need to bring home bigger items. Prices are all decent for the majority of sellers. ATM on site if needed. Food vendors are usually good and reliable but higher prices then you may be used to. Staff is always prepared and friendly. I've sold here a time or two and had great success.

NOPE. 30+ minutes to get into the parking lot…read more Then the price just to get in. $6 to park $8 PER PERSON to get in. CASH ONLY. So if you don't have cash, they have ATM machines and I'm sure there's plenty of fees to charge there. We turned around and left as we had 7 people. **if I had all day and the energy to go with that then maybe. But definitely not with only 2 hours left.

Tucked away like a hidden gem, this small antique boutique (Rose & Thorn) is a treasure trove of…read moreunique odds and ends that you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're an avid collector or just looking for that special piece to make your home stand out, this shop has it all. Right now, they're also featuring an enchanting array of Christmas decorations that bring back nostalgic holiday magic! What truly makes this boutique shine is the staff. They are beyond amazing--friendly, knowledgeable, and always eager to help you find just what you need or tell the stories behind their antiques. The warm and welcoming atmosphere they create makes you want to linger and explore every nook and cranny. If you're in the area, don't miss the chance to visit this delightful spot. It's the perfect place to get into the holiday spirit or find a unique gift for someone special. Stay tuned for photos...

I love this store! I live in Portland and whenever I'm in the area I always stop by. They have such…read morea nice collection of home furniture and decor, along with many other things I didn't know I needed :). Customer service is always friendly, nothing but good things to say about this store! Also the prices are great, I love this dresser I got.

Try to stop here every time I'm in town for business. The shop cat is delightful and will…read moredefinitely greet you upon arrival, don't be afraid to show her some love. Lots to see, there is a large upstairs. Reasonably priced, do not hesitate to ask if they will take less.

We had a fabulous time tasting wine and shopping the antiques here! The staff was so friendly and…read morethe repurposed woodwork was amazing! It was also a very safe environment.

One of my favorite shops on Battleground. Super friendly and welcoming to shop for a few hours…read morebecause you get caught up in so many different booths. They have vintage, new items and clothing, recycled clothing, candles, home decor. Anything you could imagine. I would say there is something for everyone. I was shopping for an antique looking toy to put next to a Christmas display, and I found the perfect wooden scooter and only $18. I always leave with something perfect for my home, myself and my wallet. Definitely worth the drive with a friend to shop.

This place was like taking a kid to a candy store! They have some of the most amazing stuff, so…read moreorganized and at such great prices. We had to use a lot of restraint not to buy more :) My friend had to take her glasses off to stop her from being able to see anything else, and buying it! :) The sales person that cashed us out was so helpful and kind as well. Really accommodating and just an overall great feel.

I love treasure hunting in this adorable shop. I never walk out empty-handed - either with a…read moreholiday themed trinket, a new vessel to propagate a plant trimming, or a beloved vintage record.

Cute shop! It's much bigger inside than I expected, and while each booth is packed with great…read morevintage treasures, it's pretty well organized & clean. They have a large variety of kitchen & home vintage items, along with some vintage-inspired crafty items. They also have some books, comic books, vinyl record albums, and a small section with clothing. The ladies working there are all very nice & helpful. Prices were a broad range, but for the most part seemed very reasonable.

Super cute consignment store! My kids and I spent over an hour wandering through this wonderful…read morestore. It has a bunch of little booths where people have set up their own little section of things to sell. Kind of like a flea market that's always there. The perfect place to find random treasures. The actual store is a bit pricey, but this place is well worth a visit.

We were looking for a one place shop that would get us into the Christmas Spirit. Well this place…read morewas the key. I took a friend who had never been and hoped she would love it. She did!! Its a 30 min drive from Vancouver on the 503. We spent almost 3 hours there and still hadn't completed our journey as we were starving. So we said we would return another day. We had so much fun walking from booth to booth, admiring and finding something to take home. This place has something for everyone. They house new merchandise, vintage, and antiques and even crafts and fabric materials. I found a vintage Mickey Mouse hand crank music box ( aka Jack in the box), and a mirror for my home. This store was very accommodating, we had our arms and hands full, they offered us baskets to keep our items in. The baskets stay in a cubbie space by the counter. A nice touch. The only thing I would mention for the owners, is to have more staff during the holidays. But, such a fun place to get caught up in, "I want, I want, I want" lol