Thursday, October 30, 2008

In preparation of the Holiday Season

Saturday is November 1st.

The leaves are brown and falling, Daylight Savings Time starts Saturday night and the Holidays will soon be upon us.

Consider "Mallternative" shopping At The Warehouse for your Holiday and gift giving needs.

At The Warehouse and Silver Fox Architectural Salvage have a large, ever-changing variety of salvage, antiques and vintage collectibles, while Silver Fox Home Decor offers one of a kind home decor items designed from reclaimed architectural elements and other fantastic finds. Many have been painted by resident staff artist Amy Pollicino.

Shop with local artisans and know that you will receive great service and quality handcrafted products in a unique and friendly atmosphere all while supporting your local economy.

Sistahs Vintage Aprons has a supply of sassy new half aprons in saucy Holiday prints.

Lars Turin's One of a kind Art pottery pieces make a fabulous gift.

Ethan Turin's original paintings are also displayed in his studio space.
Unique Expressions by Marybeth Gardner offers braided wire and semiprecious jewelry as well as hand painted glassware and Christmas ornaments.

The FamiLee Jewels invites you to stop in and explore their new Salvaged Style collection. They are also featuring wood turned wine bottle stoppers, birdhouses, key rings and pens made by woodcrafter Fred Lee.

Bluebird Books has a large selection of gently read children's literature. Laura also offers lovely handcrafted gifts for children-all created by Albany artists.

Consider a collection of photographs by photographer Susan Ruscitto.

Center Square Honey makes a beautiful gift reflecting the golden colors of Autumn. Try the seasonal honey or Spun Honey. Cindy and Julie have a great selection of beeswax tapers and votives, honey dispensers, lip balm and sugar scrubs.

Other local specialty foods include Spacey Tracy's pickles, Sundaes Best Hot Fudge sauce, and 100% certified organic olive oil from Cascade Mountain Wineries.

Talk to Tom and Nicole Lynch of Sophisti-catering about your Holiday parties. Lunch, Cocktails, or Dinner, home or office, sit down or buffet, Sophisti-catering has a delicious variety of meals to choose from. Sample their goodness by having lunch in the Artifacts Cafe while you are visiting.

open weekends 10-3
At The Warehouse
20 Learned St.
Albany, NY 12020

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