If you are looking for a unique place to shop in downtown Greenfield, look no further than The Gilded Nest. This shop is a lovely eclectic collection of handcrafted items, upcycled vintage pieces, books, clothing, jewelry and so much more!
Mary Shuck opened her storefront at 10 W. Main St., Greenfield, a couple of years ago – after a moving from a smaller State St. location. Her shop is actually a collection of vendors who sell a little bit of everything. One vendor sells handcrafted pottery items, and another sells jewelry. In Julie’s White Cottage section – there is all sorts of items which are white – wooden pieces, doilies, clothing, and mirrored pieces. Another vendor has hanging lamps made out of old globes. Bastin Bee farm sells locally sourced honey. Out of Indianapolis, comes “The Soda Guy.” He sells handcrafted sodas – including Root Beer; Lemon Lime; Purple Wave; Juicy Orange – and Red Cream Soda. These are kept cool in a small refrigerator – just ready to be grabbed for a refreshing drink on a hot summer’s day.
One of the largest vendors in the store is Udder-n-Suds. They are located near the front – on the west side of the shop – in their own little section. Belinda Campbell is usually seen at craft fairs and festivals all over Central Indiana. Her luxury goat milk bath products and lotions are very popular, and she needed a more permanent location but not her own store. The partnership with The Gilded Nest was perfect. Her product line has grown from goat milk soap bars and bath bombs to include a variety of lotions, beard oil, lip balm, face creams and more. All of her products are naturally made – and made here right in Hancock County!
Also, if you are looking for those items that are branded with Greenfield and Hancock County – – look no further! The Gilded Nest has a little bit of everything – – paintings, prints, coffee mugs, t-shirts, and seed packets.
Another place that the Gilded Nest shines is in its book selection. Mary used to work for the Lifeway Christian Book Store in Castleton. So it is natural that she would bring her book expertise into her own shop. There are a variety of books and some for all ages. There are even curriculum books for homeschooling families. As an added bonus, The Gilded Nest will frequently host author book signings too.
If you look at the reviews, this tells it all. “Wonderful Shop!” “Great idea with so many vendors in one place.” “I love that when I am here I am supporting small business owners as well as local Indiana creative makers at the same time!”
But wait there’s more…
Gilded Nest Craft Workshops
The other great thing about The Gilded Nest is not only do they sell handcrafted items, but you can make your own craft items at a variety of workshops that they host. Upcoming art workshops include a fluid acrylic art class with Brad Holliday on 7/13; a Beach Sunset Paint Party with Michelle with Mixed Up Media on 7/16. In the past, The Gilded Nest has held enamel jewelry classes; pottery classes; and kid’s craft classes. The shop also hosts special holiday events and book signings. Be sure you stay up to date on all of the things that are happening at the Gilded Nest by following their social media on Facebook and Instagram. The Gilded Nest is open Tuesday – Friday, 10am – 6pm; Saturday, 10am – 5pm (closed on Sunday and Monday).
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