Huge Patina location compared to other stores, so lots to choose from. Great gift (or self gift) shopping for women, kids, and men you don't know too well like brother-in-law and colleagues. Found a couple things for my husband, nothing for my dad, but he's a truck driving hippie who isn't into alcohol, party games, or coffee table books, so no stars deducted. I am however deducting a star for the Made In China pottery mugs. We have SO many local potters, I can't believe it would be that difficult to have more locally made items. If this crowd can spring $20 for sage bundles and $375 for a plastic chair, they can buy $25 MN handmade mugs and not need $15 Chinese factory made mugs made to look like MN...
Read moreThis is a larger Patina filled to the brim with wonderful things. Seem to have less local MN made things though. Kind of a bummer, as I thought that was their jam. Heads up, the parking lot can be tight. What gives this 1 star though...the extreme rudeness of the staff person helping me today. Seemed like I was a nuisance to her with helping me look at necklaces (like 8 all together in the same area). Very unfriendly, aloof, and cold. I had to ask her for help at different points, otherwise was completely ignored. Purchased and she put it into a beat-up/ used looking too small of a box. Just an uncomfortable experience. Will go to another...
Read morePatina is a cute shop with lots of fun and quirky gifts and home decor! This location is very convenient and quite large with a wide selection of inventory. The staff here are friendly and helpful. Some of the items can be a little bit pricey but this is true across all Patina locations and I do think overall their homeware and goods are very cute and aesthetically pleasing. I also really like the way they decorate their store, they really go all out for the holidays. This is definitely a nice stop if you're in the area, especially if you're out looking for a fun gift for...
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