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Located in the Historic East Village of Downtown Des Moines, Leona Ruby is filled with all the pretties! They carry gorgeous earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings, but it doesn’t end there. They offer a variety of accessories including hats, stockings, masks and even adorable mittens! This truly is your one stop shop for gifts for every […]
Located in trendy Western Gateway, this gorgeous shop is a hidden treasure you will be so happy you stumbled upon. Amanda is an award winning interior designer who has a large national client base, but have you been to her shop right here in Des Moines? She creates customized spaces for each of her clients […]
This shop in the East Village is hands down the easiest place to find a gift for the guy in your life. Fontenelle Supply Co. may seem like it’s only geared towards the rugged outdoorsman, or as they call it- the modern frontier, but take a closer look. They carry big names in menswear and […]
For this weeks highlight we’re going back to Valley Junction where we found this ADORABLE shop Hinge on 5th. It has been around for 8 years helping fellow Iowans furnish their homes & elevate their wardrobes with unique pieces. They are on holiday hours currently so you can go in and shop Monday – Saturday […]
This year has no doubt taken its toll on our small businesses. They need our support this holiday season, so I challenge you to consider shopping 100% local for all your holiday gifts. I promise you there are enough local shops to meet all your gifting needs this year! Here are a few ideas […]
Today’s Friday Finds is highlighting Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design in the East Village. Before I met Liz, I thought art was out of my budget. But Liz helped me understand that art is truly for everyone and for any budget. She will help you find the right piece of art for your space, your […]
Today’s Friday Finds is highlighting my new favorite place to grab an elevated salad and cocktail! Cooper’s on 5th is located in the heart of Valley Junction. It was the perfect lunch stop after a girls day in Valley Junction. It has been a Des Moines staple for nine years. Known for their Reimagined Americana […]
Today’s Friday Finds is showcasing the best place to get gorgeous flowers located in Norwalk! If you haven’t checked out Rose Farm yet, grab your bestie and head to their boutique flower farm to pick some beautiful flowers! They offer a wide variety of classes and host special events. They also partner with Power Life […]
Today’s Friday Find is showcasing one of the best patios in our metro! If you haven’t checked out Gilroy’s yet, grab a friend and head to their patio to enjoy this gorgeous fall weather. Their menu offers a wide variety of “stylish American comfort food” so there really is something for everyone. They have an amazing […]
An east side staple, Granny’s Sweet Freeze Shoppe is a small ice cream shop hidden in plain sight! You’ve likely driven down the frontage road, Hubbell Ave, dozens of time but if you’re not from the area it’s likely you don’t know what the cute building with the pink trim is. Having grown up on the […]