The Home Market

DESIGN IN THE CITY

2012-02-01T11:45:00.000-08:00

For my bi-annual buying trip to NYC I am always trying to scope out restaurants that not only are recommended for their amazing cuisine, but have a great design aesthetic as well. I hit the jackpot this trip. In two days I went to three amazing restaurants, Imperial No. Nine in the Mondrian Soho, Saxon + Parole in the East Village and Peels in the East Village. The all had unique decor that was a mix of rustic, refined and enchanting.

Peels

Saxon + Parole

Imperial No. Nine

NY TIMES

2012-01-30T11:47:00.000-08:00

What a great feeling waking up in New York City this weekend and seeing this in the travel section of the NY Times! Check it out in case you missed it... Stay tuned for lots of pictures of new items arriving daily from all of the spring buying trips

Blue-Collar Roots, Artistic Offspring

FROM ATL TO NYC

2012-01-26T15:05:00.000-08:00

New merchandise arriving from a buying trip in Atlanta. Off to New York to bring back more great stuff!

FLOOR SAMPLE SALE

2012-01-06T09:13:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2011-12-30T12:02:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE HOME MARKET!

HOLIDAY HOURS

Saturday - 10 am - 2 pm

Sunday - Closed

Monday - 11 am - 4 pm

HOLIDAY MERCHANDISE 50% OFF

2011-12-29T15:06:00.001-08:00

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

2011-12-22T13:42:00.000-08:00

Hope you all have a fabulous Holiday! Warm wishes and cheer from The Home Market !

Holiday Hours:

December 23: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

December 24: Closed

December 25: Closed

December 26: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

CHECK OUT THE ARTICLE ON TABLET TALK

2011-12-18T10:40:00.000-08:00

http://tablettalk.com/2011/12/16/milwaukee-third-ward-guide/

20 % OFF SELECT HOLIDAY DECOR

2011-12-12T10:19:00.000-08:00

Select Holiday Decor - now 20% off - finish your holiday decorations with a deal!

GIFT GIVING GUIDE FROM THE HOME MARKET

2011-12-03T10:28:00.000-08:00

thanks for the shout out - this is such a great blog and great gift guide!

http://hauteapplepie.com/2011/11/28/holiday-gift-guide-for-the-ladies-2/

SKIP THE MALL, SHOP THE WARD

2011-11-22T13:21:00.000-08:00

Skip the mall... Shop the Ward!

Historic Third Ward Holiday Shopping Spree

Friday, November 25

The day after Thanksgiving is a day for shopping, shopping and more shopping!

Make your list and check it twice, then visit the Historic Third Ward for your best shopping adventure ever! Find great savings, fun boutiques and unique gifts...all while supporting local businesses!

And... to make the holidays very bright, enter to win a gift certificate donated by one of two dozen Third Ward merchants! Over $2,000 worth of gift certificates have been donated!

Here are the rules:

each shopper can enter once at each location
no purchase is necessary
the more stores/restaurants visited - the better the chances for winning
there will be one winner for each gift certificate. Third Ward retailers havegenerously donated over 50 gifts - meaning there will be over 50 lucky winners!
winners will be notified by phone or email by Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011

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Please visit these participating retailers!

3rd Ward Jewelry * 241 N. Broadway * 10am to 6pm

A Trio Jewelry * 215 N. Water St. * 11am to 7pm

Bangles & Bags * 159 N. Broadway * 10am to 8pm

Blush * 249 N. Water St. * 10am to 7pm

Boutique Larrieux * 315 N. Broadway * 9am to 7pm

Broadway Paper * 191 N. Broadway * 10am to 7pm

Cafe Benelux * 346 N. Broadway * 8am to late

Embelezar * 241 N. Broadway * 10am to 6pm

Flirt * 317 N. Broadway * 10am to 6pm

The Home Market * 222 E. Erie St. * 10am to 6pm

HUDSON Business Lounge * 310 N. Broadway * 10am to 5pm

Institute of Beauty & Wellness * 327 E. St. Paul Ave. * 9am to 4pm

Katie Gingrass Gallery * 241 N. Broadway * 10am to 6pm

Lela * 321 N. Broadway * 10am to 6pm

Metro Eye * 301 N. Water St. * 9am to 5pm

Milwaukee Cupcake Company * 316 N. Milwaukee St. * 10am to 5pm

Milwaukee Public Market * 400 N. Water St. * 10am to 8pm

Neroli Salon & Spa * 325 E. Chicago St. * 9am to 7pm

Roots Salon * 525 E. Chicago St. * 9am to 7pm

Sachen Contemporary Imports * 320 E. Buffalo St. * 8am to 8pm

(shoo) * 241 N. Broadway * 10am to 6pm

SPiN Milwaukee * 233 E. Chicago St. * 11am to 2am

Verduras Tea House & Cafe * 181 N. Broadway * 7am to 8pm

PERFECT FOR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING OR HOSTESS GIFTS

2011-11-18T10:07:00.000-08:00

These sapling spreaders and spoons are the perfect piece for holiday entertaining or perfect for a little holiday hostess gift - featured in M Magazine this month!

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

2011-11-17T09:40:00.000-08:00

American Express wants to help you make a difference. Get a one-time $25 statement credit when you register an eligible American Express® Card and use that Card for a purchase of $25 or more at a small business on November 26th. Registration is limited.

Find them on Facebook and register your card!

https://www.facebook.com/SmallBusinessSaturday?extlink=ps-gabmd-2011SBS-GoogleSearch

HOLIDAY SNEAK PEAK

2011-11-13T10:31:00.001-08:00

HOLIDAY PREVIEW AT THE HOME MARKET

2011-11-08T08:50:00.001-08:00

WARM UP YOUR HOME

2011-10-27T09:38:00.000-07:00

Lots of great new scents and classic favorites from Votivo, great way to warm up your home on this crisp fall day!

FALL

2011-10-22T09:36:00.000-07:00

The leaves are changing, it is getting a little brisk outside, I am burning lots of candles in my house and making tons of comfort foods.... ahh I love fall and it is here. In honor of the season I am going to try to make this delicious cocktail for a little entertaining that I am doing tonight. I thought I would share the recipe... let me know what you think!

Ingredients:

1 part Grey Goose La Poire vodka
1 part pumpkin butter
1/2 part triple sec
1/2 part simple syrup
pinch each of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and ginger
grated nutmeg and apple chip for garnish

Preparation:

Pour all the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosted and beaded with sweat.
Strain into a cocktail glass.
Garnish with nutmeg and an apple chip.

NEW FOR FALL AT THE HOME MARKET

2011-10-08T13:22:00.000-07:00

lots of new stuff coming in daily! stop down and check it out....

PHOTOGRAPHER EMI FRANZEN'S NEW COLLECTION AT THE HOME MARKET

2011-09-30T13:04:00.001-07:00

Stop down and check out Emi Franzen's new photography collection at The Home Market this weekend!

NEW JOHN ROBSHAW FOR FALL

2011-09-28T08:40:00.000-07:00

Just arrived, new John Robshaw linens, bath and travel accessories!

PRESENTING....

2011-09-23T09:20:00.000-07:00

NEW HOME ACCESSORIES FROM JAPAN

2011-09-21T08:26:00.000-07:00

We have just received some great new home and personal accessories from Japan!

IN MILWAUKEE MAGAZINE THIS MONTH....

2011-09-19T10:02:00.000-07:00

Check out the mention in the Milwaukee Magazine this month.

CUTE VIEW FROM A CUSTOMER'S HOME

2011-09-15T15:08:00.001-07:00

Just thought I would share a shot of a customer's living room - love how they mix traditional and contemporary - (and bits and pieces of HM)!

NEW TABLE LINENS

2011-09-13T15:17:00.000-07:00

An easy and inexpensive way to spruce up your existing serving/dishware is to add colorful patterned table linens. Our new hand block napkins in sepia or indigo are great for a fall dinner party and our new cocktail napkins and corresponding runners are fun for a casual get together with friends.

USA

2011-09-12T14:02:00.000-07:00

Yesterday and everyday - proud to be an American!

FRESH AMERICAN SPACES

2011-08-23T12:21:00.001-07:00

Hot off the press - stop down and get your signed copy of Annie Selke's latest creation (owner and designer of Pine Cone Hill and Dash and Albert) It is so fresh and inspiring! Great read for the end of summer!

THIRD WARD SIDEWALK SALE

2011-08-13T10:16:00.001-07:00

Next Saturday - from 10 am - 5 pm - shop and receive 20 - 70% Off select merchandise! Come early for the great deals.

HOME FRAGRANCE BY JULISKA

2011-08-12T09:41:00.000-07:00

Four sublime fragrances make up these fresh and enticing candle-lit treasures which are contained in frosted glass with an opulent ceramic top and fringe details...

CALLING ALL KAI FANS

2011-08-04T09:22:00.001-07:00

The Kai Bathing Bubbles and Kai Eau de Parfum are new ways to enjoy the classic Kai scent. The Bathing Bubbles is a Kai-scented foaming bubble bath that soothes and moisturizes the skin while the Eau de Parfum is the perfect way to keep yourself smelling fresh and glowing all day long.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOME MARKET

2011-07-29T08:46:00.001-07:00

5 YEARS OLD TODAY! CHECK BACK TO FIND OUT ABOUT CELEBRATIONS PLANNED FOR THIS FALL!

THANK YOU SO MUCH TO ALL OF OUR CUSTOMERS FOR SUPPORTING US FOR THE PAST 5 YEARS - MANY MORE TO COME!!

SELECT ITEMS ON SALE

2011-07-18T14:19:00.000-07:00

We have just marked down some of our favorite pieces to start making room for new Fall merchandise. Select furniture floor models and lighting are now 20 - 50 percent off the original prices.

SUMMERFEST HOURS

2011-06-30T08:05:00.000-07:00

Our hours during Summerfest:

June 30th - July 10th

Monday - Friday

10 am - 5 pm

Saturday

10 am - 4 pm

Sunday

12 - 4 pm

HM BASEMENT REDO

2011-06-21T13:46:00.000-07:00

I know that I am not the worlds greatest photographer - however I thought this was the cutest HM basement redo. We had the walls, (which were dark panelling) painted a cool cream and taupy grey tone, new carpeting put down, updated lighting and accessories and new slipcovers for the sectional, chair & ottoman & a new coffee table. How comfortable and chic at the same time!

LET THERE BE LIGHT

2011-06-18T10:27:00.000-07:00

Lighting is one of my favorite things in furnishing a home - there are so many great lights and it really does make such a difference - just wanted to shoot you a couple of new images of new lighting that we received in the store.

SHOWER TIP FROM THE HOME MARKET

2011-06-12T13:31:00.001-07:00

June always seems to be the most popular time for wedding showers and I always try to find a unique, original and useful gift for the bride to be. Lately, my favorite shower gift is a piece of Juliska Pewter Stoneware. The chip resistant serving pieces are safe for the microwave, oven and dishwasher making entertaining in style simple. The timeless pieces accent any dish collection and can be used for any season. My favorite piece is the Square Baker – great for dips, quiches and sweets.

SPRING PREVIEW AT THE HOME MARKET

2011-05-04T09:34:00.001-07:00

It is that time of year, come check out all of our great new spring merchandise or stop by to get a mother's day gift this weekend!

MILWAUKEE MAGAZINE & MOTHER'S DAY

2011-04-14T14:08:00.000-07:00

Just thought I would share with you a little press we received in the May issue of Milwaukee Mag. What a great way to thank mom for everything she does by giving her a piece of John Derian.

GREAT TRAVEL ACCESSORIES

2011-04-14T07:29:00.000-07:00

Just booked my plane ticket for a summer beach trip to visit family in Connecticut and am already excited about using one of the new Jane Marvel Laminated Canvas Bags. The various sizes and patterns are perfect for all vacations – a weeklong tropical vacation or a short cottage weekend. Also a must for travel are our new Claridge and King and John Robshaw tunics and dresses. They are so comfortable for a long plane or car ride and can also be used for pajamas, sightseeing or a day of lounging at the beach.

SPRING IS COMING IN STRONG

2011-04-09T11:15:00.000-07:00

Here are a couple of shots of some great new things that arrived this week - fresh candle, new John Robshaw bedding for Spring and the new Oakland Sofa in Modern Felt Natural!

THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

2011-04-02T09:16:00.000-07:00

There are so many great restaurants and watering holes in the city of MKE. So many times customers come in and ask us for recommendations to our favorite places – so here you go….

1.) Crazy Water Restaurant - www.crazywaterrestaurant.com

839 South 2nd Street

Milwaukee, WI 53204-1822

(414) 645-2606

Charming, amazing food & drink, reminds me of an amazing restaurant in the West Village in NY

2.) Hinterland - www.hinterlandbeer.com

222 East Erie Street

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 

414.727.9300

Great Lounge menu, cozy and chic décor, and what else can I say – great beer

3.) Pastiche Bistro & Wine Bar - www.pastichebistro.com

3001 S Kinnickinnic Ave

Milwaukee, WI 53207

(414) 482-1446

A new favorite – fabulous food, quaint and romantic – make a reservation a couple weeks in advance!

4.) Belair Cantina

1935 North Water Street

Milwaukee, WI 53202-1576

(414) 226-2245

Also a new favorite, Tuesday is the night to go for Taco Tuesday, while you are there enjoy a refreshing glass of Sangria or a Margarita, amazing place for summer nights out with friends!

5.) Milwaukee Newsroom Pub - www.milwaukeepressclub.org

137 E. Wells Street

Milwaukee, WI 53202

(414) 273 4900

A Milwaukee hidden gem downtown… it is a great place to grab a drink and let your eye wonder. It is the home of one of the most interesting known collections of signature plaques of dignitaries, celebrities, sports figures and political figures.

REJUVENATE FOR SPRING

2011-03-30T07:48:00.000-07:00

Our new K. Hall Hand and Body Creams have arrived just in time to rejuvenate your skin after the cold Milwaukee winter. Four distinct scents – Moss, Shoreline, Washed Cotton and Milk – along with a mix of aloe juice and shea butter, makes dry skin feel smooth and fresh. The size is also perfect for keeping one in your purse, at your desk and at home.

HUGO GUINNESS PRINTS

2011-03-28T15:03:00.000-07:00

New lino prints from Hugo Guinness just arrived today! The word "Beautiful" describes them perfectly!

PALE & INTERESTING

2011-03-07T11:32:00.000-08:00

Atlanta Bartlett (with the help of Dave Coote) has done it again... in their new book Pale & Interesting that we just received in the store late last week. It is such a gorgeous and relaxing display of decorating with whites and neutrals & even pastels. I have not been able to put it down. Here are a couple of snippets from the book. Stop down to get your copy you won't be disappointed.

A COUPLE MORE NEW ITEMS AT THE HOME MARKET

2011-03-03T14:10:00.000-08:00

MORE NEW ITEMS AT THE HOME MARKET

2011-03-03T14:08:00.000-08:00

HOW TO SURVIVE CABIN FEVER

2011-02-24T10:41:00.000-08:00

Winters in Wisconsin can be long and cold. Here is one of the things I like to do on a snowy afternoon:

Wrap myself up in a warm Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Ribbed Throw, light a Votivo Aromatic Candle (Red Currant is my favorite) and dream of sunny days while flipping through Cottage and Cabin.

NEW JOHN ROBSHAW FOR SPRING

2011-02-22T11:06:00.000-08:00

We can't wait for new bedding to arrive from John Robshaw Textiles. He has some great new prints and pillows for spring to brighten up any bedroom or sofa. Here are some of our favorites from the new spring line. We also had a nice mention in Milwaukee Magazine this month featuring the Kumera Bedding. We thought we would include just in case you missed it.

GETTING BACK INTO THE SPRING OF THINGS

2011-02-19T09:55:00.001-08:00

GETTING BACK INTO THE SPRING OF THINGS

2011-02-19T09:49:00.001-08:00

We wanted to post some of the great new items that arrived as we all are eagerly awaiting Spring! Check in because there are great things in the store and tons to come daily! New lighting, hide rugs in all shapes, sizes and colors, cozy new furniture lines and styles, fresh apothecary, & beautiful Oushak wool rugs.

FLOOR SAMPLE SALE

2011-01-14T09:16:00.001-08:00

SALE

2011-01-05T09:27:00.000-08:00

Stop by for great deals on select merchandise - 20-70% off!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

2010-12-23T13:30:00.001-08:00

Have a very happy, merry and jolly holiday from The Home Market !

Holiday Hours:

Friday - December 24 - Closed

Saturday - December 25 - Closed

Sunday - December 26 - Closed

Friday - December 31 - Closed

Saturday - January 1 - Closed

Sunday - January 2 - Closed

GIFT GIVING GUIDE FROM THE HOME MARKET

2010-12-12T12:56:00.000-08:00

Here are my favorites gifts for all of those on your list this season, holiday parties, mom, dad, his, hers, the entertainer and one for the last minute.

GET COZY (ESPECIALLY TODAY)

2010-12-04T13:19:00.001-08:00

Check out the article from last weekends Milwaukee Journal - Get Cozy

THEY'RE BACK - GREAT GIFTS

2010-11-30T15:16:00.000-08:00

Finally, back in the store - these are the best candles and the hottest gift this season - per Oprah!

Not only are they a great burn, they come in this beautiful glass jar that has been reused in my home for everything, pen jar, vase... stop by and grab one, or two or three.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

2010-11-24T10:50:00.000-08:00

Have a wonderful thanksgiving! See you bright and early Friday morning for some serious holiday shopping!

SKIP THE MALL...SHOP THE WARD

2010-11-22T12:54:00.000-08:00

MORE HOLIDAY AT THE HOME MARKET

2010-11-16T14:03:00.001-08:00

HOLIDAY AT THE HOME MARKET

2010-11-16T14:01:00.001-08:00

HOLIDAY PREVIEW THIS WEEKEND

2010-11-10T08:26:00.001-08:00

SWEET SENTIMENT

2010-11-08T09:41:00.000-08:00

Tis' the season - what a great gift to get or receive! Tons of trays from John Derian!

A FAMILIAR FACE

2010-10-26T08:34:00.000-07:00

Check out this article about our photo friend Emi Franzen - love her work!

http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/saraconrad/etsylocal.html

MUST HAVE BOOKS

2010-10-25T14:35:00.000-07:00

NEW FOR FALL

2010-10-23T11:23:00.000-07:00

SIDEWALK SALE

2010-08-10T11:42:00.000-07:00

Come down on Saturday, August 14 from 10 am to 5pm for the Historic Third Ward's Annual SIDEWALK SALE! Great deals from tons of merchants - especially The Home Market!

MORE ITEMS ADDED

2010-07-27T13:03:00.000-07:00

Summer Sale at The Home Market - sofas, chairs, lamps and casegoods added! 20-50% off to make room for all of our fall merchandise!!! Stop down to beat the heat!

GREAT NEW READ

2010-07-24T11:02:00.000-07:00

I am loving this new book - The Home Within Us from Rizzoli ($55.oo at The Home Market). My favorite thing to do is sit down with a new book and a huge cup of coffee on a Sunday morning to get some great inspiration and dream. What is your new favorite book?

IMAGES FROM GALLERY NIGHT

2010-07-24T11:00:00.001-07:00

Here are photos of the new images from Emi Franzen! The series is an homage to the american farm. The lovely found objects have a charm that are an honored part of our history. The animals on the farm are witness to a simpler way of life.

GALLERY NIGHT EVENT

2010-07-14T07:54:00.001-07:00

Come celebrate the work of Milwaukee Photograher Emi Franzen on Friday July 23rd from 5 - 9pm at The Home Market - here is a sneak peak of the some of her new work.

SUMMER SALE AT THE HOME MARKET

2010-07-08T09:19:00.001-07:00

BACK ON

2010-06-30T07:47:00.001-07:00

Starts tonight, season 2 of Man Shops Globe... if you haven't seen this show check it out on Sundance tonight. You will all want to quit your day job!

ADORABLE IDEA

2010-06-22T09:49:00.000-07:00

I am so fortunate to have such a great family on my fiance's side - they threw me a wedding shower this past weekend which was so fabulous and had such a cute theme. I thought I would share so all of you could try the amazing cookies that they gave as favors to all of the guests.

http://hauteapplepie.com/

WE'RE BACK

2010-06-16T14:48:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the hiatus - just wanted to post a picture of these great tabletop finials that we just got in. Great for mantles and tough to display bookshelves.

SPRING PREVIEW AT THE HOME MARKET

2010-04-28T08:48:00.000-07:00

Come one come all to our bi-annual event - we have tons of new merchandise to spruce up your place for spring - all purchases made this weekend will be 20% off as well!

THANKS FOR THE SHOUT OUT MKE

2010-03-16T14:28:00.000-07:00

So happy to see this post on Design Sponge - see Milwaukee is way cool! and thank you so much Sara for the shout out - glad you like the shop!

http://www.designspongeonline.com/2010/03/milwaukee-guide.html

SPRING CLEANING EVENT

2010-03-13T14:22:00.000-08:00

MARRIED IN MILWAUKEE - PART TWO

2010-02-08T14:21:00.000-08:00

I just wanted to formally announce that The Home Market will be offering gift registry! Over the years so many people have asked if we offer gift and wedding registry, and we were like, coming soon, maybe, well it is finally here.

We will work with you one on one to turn your house into your home. You can choose from a wide selection of custom order bedding, beautiful tabletop, bathroom accessories and all the other home accessories in between.

Here are a couple of pictures from the event that we did this weekend at Broadway Paper - we met some amazing brides and couples planning for that big day and some great vendors in the Milwaukee area.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like to set up your registry. All information will be online very, very, soon -

NYIGF - 2010

2010-02-04T15:35:00.001-08:00

I just got back from my bi-annual trip to the NYGIF and am so excited for all the new products to arrive at the store! The NYGIF is where I find some of the Home Market’s best merchandise and I am always energized when I return from not only the show but New York itself. Walking through the hundreds of aisles can be overwhelming and inspiring at the same time – there were vendors from all over the world with many amazing products. I picked up some fabulous new lines as well as new items from some of my favorite vendors all of which are inspired by natural aesthetics.

Outside of the NYGIF, I always try to find a new and exciting restaurant while in New York. My favorite new place was Locanda Verde, Robert DeNiro’s rustic Italian eatery at the Greenwich Hotel in Tribeca. Of course, my New York trip would not be complete without a stop to one of my favorite places -- The Spotted Pig in the West Village.

MARRIED IN MILWAUKEE

2010-02-03T08:13:00.000-08:00

Join us for this exclusive, complimentary event featuring some of Milwaukee's top wedding vendors!

Broadway Paper

Golden Chic Events

Miss Ruby

Muscari

The Cake Lady

Atomic Chocolates

Blush

Front Room Photography

Blooming Quill

Sugar Mamas

MAKING ROOM - SAMPLE SALE 2010

2010-01-06T13:56:00.000-08:00

It is time to make room for all of the goodness that we are bringing in for Spring! Yes, Spring, just around the corner, (or under the 10"of snow that we are suppose to get tomorrow) Stop down for a great deal, 20 - 50% floor models, samples, casegoods & accessories.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

2009-12-23T15:12:00.000-08:00

Have a happy, happy Holiday! The Home Market will be closed on December 24th and December 25th. We will reopen on Saturday, December 26th at 10 a.m. Best Wishes!

HOLIDAY GIFTS AT THE HOME MARKET

2009-12-07T13:26:00.000-08:00

Stop by The Home Market - there are great gifts for everyone on your list - (including yourself!) Great gifts starting at $10 for teachers, neighbors, wives, girlfriends and even husbands! Great Juliska serving pieces and trays, beautiful handmade jewelry from Brooklyn, chocolate from London, sheepy fleecy robes, John Derian, and candles galore.

HAP LAUNCH PARTY

2009-11-22T07:15:00.000-08:00

Friday, November 13th the girls from Haute Apple Pie formally launched their blog at The Home Market. It was a fun filled night with tons of treats and inspiration on the modern musings of the new homemaker.

I fell in love with this blog from the minute I logged on - and to my surprise the girls were all from right here in Wauwatosa, WI. How fitting to launch their modern take on decorating and cooking at The Home Market. Here are pictures from the official launch party....

Be sure to check out the blog to get great ideas on everything from bridal showers, to recipes for your next holiday party, to tonight's dinner....

Haute Apple Pie

2009 HOLIDAY PREVIEW

2009-11-03T10:42:00.000-08:00

MARK YOUR CALENDARS...

2009-10-31T14:53:00.000-07:00

Ladies and gents mark your calendars for The Home Market's Holiday Preview Weekend -

Saturday - November 7th - 10am - 6pm & Sunday - November 8th - 12pm - 5 pm. More details will follow...

PRESENTING....

2009-10-19T15:05:00.000-07:00

Emi Franzen! Here is a picture of the photograhy show that we did on Friday October 16th to introduce her latest work. Stop by if you missed them - we still have a couple of them left!

FRIDAY NIGHT PHOTOS

2009-10-11T17:49:00.000-07:00

Please join The Home Market as we host Milwaukee photographer Emi Franzen with F2 Images as launches her new series of amazing photos. (I am giving you a sneak peak here) They are an amazing collection of insects and butterflies on vintage papers. The show will open on Friday October 16th from 5 - 9 pm and will be up all weekend.

CLEAN & SIMPLE

2009-09-29T17:28:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to share a picture of a project that I was working on last week... how great do these vintage chairs from Holland look all lined up with simple custom cushions! (that was made by our workroom) Simple design always makes the most impact.

SIMPLE HOME: CALM SPACES FOR COMFORTABLE LIVING

2009-09-26T09:24:00.000-07:00

“Choose colours that are inspired by nature rather than fashionable colour charts.” This quote is from Simple Home: Calm Spaces for Comfortable Living, one of my favorite new products at the Home Market. Written by Mark and Sally Bailey, Simple Home emphasizes getting back to basics in our homes. The pieces photographed in the book mix old and new, creating a rustic yet modern design. Simple Home also stresses using “soft palette of light reflecting creamy whites” and a “light-filled atmosphere of clutter-free spaces,” to make a calm and relaxing atmosphere in the home. Along with Simple Home, new products such as storage containers & candles are arriving everyday at The Home Market to create a peaceful sanctuary in your home - to escape life’s busy events.

NEW LIGHTS

2009-09-15T15:01:00.001-07:00

Linneas Lights Candles have arrived at the Home Market. Created by Laura Cler in Indiana, the double wicked soy candles provide over 60 hours of illumination and provide fresh unique scents. My favorite scent is Linden and has created an amazing fragrance throughout the store. The recycled material packaging is printed with soy inks and hand stamped making it a one of a kind gift (and you will not have to worry about gift wrapping). Stop down to check them out.

NEW YORK GIFT SHOW

2009-09-15T09:07:00.001-07:00

In August, I traveled to the NYIGF which, as always, had many fabulous vendors and products. Similar to New York City itself; there is so much to see at the show and I was inspired by the new natural trends for this upcoming season. Many of the lines had an organic tone combined with classic design. Below is an example of the natural feel that was common throughout the show.

I am also excited for the new additions from some of my favorite vendors. Below is a picture of the Juliska table, which mixed some of the new pewter stoneware with their classic dish and glass lines.

Outside of the NYGIF, I did find some time to enjoy some of New York’s delicious food. We ate at Hundred Acres in SoHo and Del Posto, a Mario Batali restaurant in the Meatpacking district.

After the show, I spent a couple days visiting relatives in Connecticut. I enjoyed the beautiful New
England countryside and exploring the local shops. I made sure to visit one of my most favorite home shops, Privet House (which is crazy for a home store owner to go to another home store, but always interesting to see what other stores are doing).

The trip was exhausting, relaxing and overall very successful. This year’s NYIGF was one of the best shows I have attended to date and I am excited to show off my great new finds in the store!

THAT TIME OF YEAR

2009-08-04T14:13:00.000-07:00

Summer Sale at The Home Market. Stop down to check out lots of accessories and bedding, as well as some furniture that has been marked down 20 - 50% off. It is time to make room for all of the great fall and holiday merchandise that is starting to slowly appear. Also, don't forget about the Third Ward Sidewalk Sale. It is Saturday August 15th from 9 - 5pm. Check out www.historicthirdward.org to see the entire list of participants.

COME ONE, COME ALL

2009-07-25T12:25:00.000-07:00

Bring your kids down on Tuesday July 28nd from 10am - 2pm for a Sidewalk Chalk Fest!

CUSTOM SLIPCOVERS

2009-07-11T11:08:00.000-07:00

How amazing is this transformation from traditional chair in red toile to fun animal print!!! I just had to post this picture of a chair that was done by our custom workroom and to let you know about our custom slipcover service. Stop down to the store and pick out a fabric (We have 100's to choose from) and give your existing furniture a new look with a custom slipcover.

RANDOM SHOTS AT THE HOME MARKET

2009-06-12T09:46:00.000-07:00

Here are some random shots of some new items that have arrived at the store! Enjoy!

THEY'RE BACK

2009-06-01T19:05:00.000-07:00

Finally the Kobo Candle Coterie collection is back in the store! Here is why I love these candles:

1.) They burn for like 80 - 85 hours per candle

2.) The packaging is amazing

3.) The scents are all wonderful and unique - my personal favorite is Portuguese Olive Blossom

If you have not tried them, you need to!

All SHADES OF BLUE AND WHITE

2009-05-23T12:19:00.001-07:00

I know it has been awhile since my last post... I just wanted to post some new pictures of some great items that we have in the store. I found this great old martin birdhouse that was from a farm in Texas and it inspired me to redo the front of the store. I love the simplicity of all of the whites and icy blues mixed together, so fresh and clean - it is starting to remind me of summer! There is tons more that I am bringing in... so keep checking back!

WEEKEND GETAWAY

2009-04-27T18:24:00.000-07:00

This past weekend, yes the rainy, gray one we just had, I decided to go where I have never been before... Door County. Yes, born and raised in Wisconsin and I have never been to Door County. I left Milwaukee in the morning giving myself plenty of time to explore and wonder around the Door County peninsula. Taking the back roads north, I had so much fun exploring the many small towns of Eastern WI. The first stop was Egg Harbor, I decided to have lunch at a place called John Henry's. His bar motto is, "It is what it is," which I should definitely tell myself more often, he told me if we didn't like his food he would finish it for me. (Definitely try the onion rings - they are great.) Then I headed to a couple of great wineries, one at the intersection of A & E in Egg Harbor called Stone's Throw. I would definitely recommend the Pinot Grigio and then Orchard County where I ended up buying nearly every fruit wine known to man. I then made my way to Door County Bakery which I believe was in Ephraim. Do not leave there with out getting getting or at least trying the Corsica loaf. It is this unbelievable bread combined with olive oil, trust me try it. They will ship anywhere. I then headed to the inn that I was staying at called The Whistling Swan in Fish Creek. It is owned by the same folks that own Hinterland two doors down from me. I walked in and it was so charming. It is a small inn with 7 rooms and an amazing restaurant. I don't think I have ever slept so well. The next morning I walked across the street to the White Gull Inn, established in 1896 for breakfast. I am a historical buff so I am all over stuff like this. After breakfast, I headed back to Milwaukee again stopping at many of the towns along the coast of Wisconsin. I loved stopping at the all of the historical markers finding out about Wisconsin history. I did not know that the ice cream sundae was initially concocted in Two Rivers, WI - go figure you learn something new everyday. (pictures - top to bottom - White Gull Inn, Whistling Swan, John Henry's)

MOM OF THE YEAR

2009-04-15T14:29:00.000-07:00

Historic Third Ward Merchants want to give back to the amazing mothers out there. When you think about the lives these phenomenal women touch, through their children, their community work, their professional lives and their friendships, I am humbled, and inspired and knew that we had to find a really special way to say thanks...

To enter, nominators should send an email by May 1, to

mothersdaycontestmke@gmail.com

describing a deserving mom in 250 words or less. Nominations should include name, address, phone number, and email of the nominator and nominee. All nominees should live in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington or Waukesha counties.

Winners will be notified on May 5th...

Here is the best part - the Grand Prize winner will receive the following:

A Home Market Gift Certificate for $150

A freckle face gift package tailored to mom

A personalized Mother's necklace featuring childrens' names and birthstones from Juju Gifts, Accessories and Decor

A Neroli Salon & Spa $150 gift card on any services that will make you look and feel your best!

Plus a new outfit from Stephanie Horne and new shoes from shoo to wear to a free dinner for 2 at the chef's table at Hinterland Gastropub!

First Runner Up -

A $100 gift card from The Milwaukee Public Market to be used on groceries, lunch, flowers or even a cooking class

Second Runner Up -

A $100 gift card from The Institute of Beauty and Wellness for products or services.