A2 Shopaholic

Motawi Tileworks holds its semi-annual studio open house

2009-06-02T19:36:52Z

Ann Arbor's Motawi Tileworks is holding a tile overrun mega sale and extravaganza this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Now in its 14th year, the semi-annual studio open house features bargains, door prizes, popcorn and lemonade....

Fashion show showcases downtown Ypsilanti's unique shops

2009-05-31T22:47:19Z

On sunny Saturday, I went to see the Dressed On Washington Street fashion show in downtown Ypsilanti showcasing local and young clothing designers....

A2 Shopaholic: Dressed on Washington Street fashion show this weekend in downtown Ypsilanti

2009-05-28T17:36:02Z

When I'm out shopping and try on pants that are a bit too short or shirts that don't fit quite right, I think how great it would be to design my own clothes. Of course, my lack of any artistic...

Ten Thousand Villages announces details on jewelry only garage sale fundraiser

2009-05-22T14:43:24Z

Ten Thousand Villages, a nonprofit fair trade store in downtown Ann Arbor, has set the date for its jewelry only garage sale fundraiser....

A2 Shopaholic: Mother-of-the-groom outfit can be difficult to find

2009-05-21T15:17:42Z

Alan Warren | The Ann Arbor NewsBrittany Blase, left, creative director at B. Ella Bridal in Ann Arbor, and manager Catherine Gregg fine-tune a Jade Coutune mother-of-the-bride dress on Wednesday. My boys are all grown up. I faced many challenges...

A2 Shopaholic: Garage-sale strategy tips

2009-05-14T14:34:56Z

Some people rely on luck to unearth incredible finds at garage sales. Others head out with a strategy and some research. Ward Freeman, one local person on the circuit, appears to employ both tactics. The co-owner of Bowerbird Mongo antique...

Motherfest is this weekend at Kerrytown Market & Shops

2009-05-08T20:01:13Z

The stores at Kerrytown Market & Shops in Ann Arbor will celebrate Mother's Day with Motherfest this weekend with entertainment and special sales....

A2 Shopaholic: Moonlight Delight brightens the night in downtown Ann Arbor

2009-05-07T15:40:01Z

Downtown shopping holds a special place in my heart. Nothing beats a leisurely meal followed by browsing through small mom-and-pop shops under the glowing streetlights in the evening, with a musician or two on street corners entertaining passersby....

Ann Arbor merchants join in 'Mom's Nite Out'

2009-05-06T01:21:47Z

Children's Orchard of Ann Arbor is joining other area businesses to partake in National Mom's Nite Out....

Trader Joe's proves to be one-stop shopping for bridal shower treats

2009-05-01T17:22:20Z

Every time I go to Trader Joe's, I forget how much I enjoy shopping there. Not only are the prices fabulous, but so is the selection of regular and unusual items. Last week, my children were visiting and I was...

Mast Shoes has special charity event Saturday - complete with free ice cream

2009-04-30T18:38:22Z

If you need new shoes - and who doesn't? - Mast Shoes is hosting a special event Saturday to raise funds for the Girls Group....

Gap introduces new Athleta brand

2009-04-25T21:51:53Z

Gap Inc. has added a new member to its family: Athleta. As you might suspect, the brand is athletic gear for women. A quick tour of Athleta's website shows it has nearly everything you might need for fitness - from...

Great Lakes Cycling & Fitness having a grand re-opening celebration

2009-04-24T18:50:30Z

It feels like biking weather outside. And if you're in the market for a new bike or some bike gear, Great Lakes Cycling & Fitness is holding a grand re-opening sale May 1-3....

A2 Shopaholic: Tips may simplify spring cleaning

2009-04-23T15:58:19Z

For Chelsea resident Julie Drexler, the best motivation for spring cleaning has been the sporadic bouts of warm weather Michigan has experienced already this year. "It just makes me want to open up all the doors and windows," Drexler said....

Great time to shop for your little ones at the Oliebollen warehouse sale

2009-04-23T12:31:53Z

Oliebollen.com, an online retailer that specializes in top boutique brand baby and kids clothes and toys, is opening its warehouse for a "legendary clearance sale" Saturday. The retailer promises customers won't be disappointed - savings range from 20 percent to...

2 new Milan businesses plan open houses

2009-04-22T18:38:24Z

Two new Milan businesses, Wolverine Military Outfitters and Craigsbay LLC, will hold open houses on Saturday, May 2....

Macy's advertises charity shopping day Saturday to benefit local environmental organizations

2009-04-22T15:04:47Z

If you're looking for some great deals - and a chance to help the environment - you may want to visit Macy's Saturday. The department store is marking Earth Day by planning a charity shopping day to benefit the National...

Check out Earth Day deals in Ann Arbor this week

2009-04-21T15:34:42Z

Earth Day is Wednesday, and several stores are offering deals this week to celebrate. In downtown Ann Arbor, Acme Mercantile at 111 W Liberty St. is offering 20 percent off its "earth-friendly" products in the store all day Wednesday. That...

New lines at Ann Arbor's Renaissance worth a look

2009-04-20T22:22:24Z

Roger Pothus at Renaissance opened my eyes to some interesting new merchandise he's carrying while I was interviewing him for a story earlier this month. First, he's beefed up the size of the ladies department and introduced pricepoints that are...

Everything is 25% off at Materials Unlimited in Ypsilanti

2009-04-20T21:18:47Z

Are you in the market for some antique furnishings or perhaps some restored antique lighting? You can find quite a selection - and some good deals - during the Materials Unlimited spring sale....