Last night while watching TV there was a commercial on for a gift shop called the old steeple. It turns out that it's only 2.1 miles from my house and it has been there for 12 years but yet I had never heard of it. It was pretty amazing. The main building is was formerly a church. I think it was back in 1986 the church burned and was in really bad shape. I looked at their series of photos on they're rebuilding it. They have all sorts of antiquish type gifts. There's a second building where they have additional products for sale. Most of the stuff is farmish or might be called country ish. They are located on Main Street right near Transit in Elma. If you get out that way stop in most days they're open till 5 in on Thursday they are open till 8. I believe they open at 10 in the morning but you better check it out...
Read moreFriends of mine go in here all the time and encouraged me to check it out as well. So glad I did. In speaking with the owner, I found out this church has gone through many changes in its existence. Built around 1880, it's gone through a fire, purchased by a heating and cooling company as office space, and finally bought by the current owners with an amazing redo. Go into the balcony and you'll see pictures and history. it was fun to walk around and see the different things they have for sale as well as the old furniture and kitchen appliances. The owner was present and extremely helpful and interactive. A great place to go to see a...
Read moreStopped in on our way to dinner in Elma. Created an enjoyable shop with just about anything to add to your home or looking for that special gift! Lots of pretty smells, so if you're sensitive,limit your time. They actually came and bought things from my parents estate to use as display pieces. Amazed at what was in a basement is looking beautiful now! Theme items, especially in the Barn in the back. Check out every nook and cranny!! Loved it, great work taking an old church and making such a lovely place to shop! We're going back when we have more time to wander! BTW great landscaping and loved the old pick-up in the back...
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