I recently discovered a sweet little shop in Portland that is a nice alternative to running all about town, spending time culling through lots of garage sales, estate sales, and second-hand stores. Patti Smith West is a vintage shop with treasures, pretty items, and unique clothing. It’s in an unexpected spot. The last time I was in the location of the store, it was a used appliance store. Patti has done wonders with the space.
The shop sells things I love to have around my home – handkerchiefs, corded telephones, and re-purposed, hand-sewn designs.
I like to shop local when possible. I especially like to shop at stores that have a warm and friendly feel to them. Vintage or second-hand stores are a wonderful alternative to buying new this holiday season.
If you don’t enjoy getting up to your elbows in used junk like I do, Patti Smith West is a great spot to check out. They’ve done all the work for you!
Patti Smith West: Revolving Resale Filled with Cool Random Junk
3746 NE 42nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97213 | telephone | 503.688.1749
What’s your favorite vintage haunt? Do you like to hunt for your treasures or head to a one-of-a-kind shop?
Go Gingham 
I met Patti at an estate sale and must get my self in to see her store ~ what a fun treat to see it featured on your blog! I do love thrifting and searching for treasures amongst the junk – but vintage shops like this thrill me as well. These pics inspire me…may just stop in for a visit today. Hope to see you soon, Sara. Happy Holidays! V
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Valynne, thanks for leaving a comment! The shop is really sweet and all of the “sorting” through the junk is done for you. Happy Holidays…Sara
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I need to get to her shop too. Patti is a wonderful and fun lady and I’m so happy to see you feature her store on your blog!
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Hi May! Patti clearly has great taste and the gals who working in the store when I was there were friendly and helpful. You should go!! Thanks for leaving a comment.
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Hi Sara! I just discovered this store too. Patti is so sweet and she has a great eye for one of a kind goodies. Look what I found there!
http://takeitoutsidefitness.blogspot.com/2011/11/little-surprises.html Happy Holidays!
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