As a whimsical wedding or bridal shower gift, 
the bride & groom will be amused when they 
receive these humorous his & her trinket dishes!

These 5" ceramic dishes are spacious enough to hold jewelry, coins, keys, and pocket contents, making it easy to keep surfaces organized and clutter free while demonstrating 
a hint of playfulness! This "fun"ctional gift is sure to put a smile on the newlyweds' face!
(Now, that's one scary-looking bride!)



Of all the thoughtful birthday gifts you could choose to give, this one will "take the cake"!
 
Give the chocolate lover in your life this "sweet" kit that includes a ceramic mug, cake mix for two microwave "cup"cakes, and (because no birthday is complete without them) multi-colored sprinkles!
 
It might be a good idea to have a few of these gifts on hand for those dreaded, last minute "Shoot! I forgot to buy a birthday present!" moments.
 
Hey...it's better than nothing!



"Two Left Feet" is a unique collection of high-quality socks with quirky style and a good dose of wit.  
 
Experience unmatched comfort and superior quality in these custom-designed, truly original socks that make a memorable gift for the crazy fun people in your life!
 
And for the not-so-fun crowd, we also offer "Totally Boring Socks". These solid-colored socks add just a bit of blah to balance the batty! 




Thymes' new captivating scent,  Heirlum Pumpkin, blends the fragrances of autumn pumpkin, creamy caramel, warm vanilla bean, and spicy cinnamon to create an aromatic ambiance that is truly the essence of the season.

The diffuser reed gift set as well as the room spray are also options in which this enchanting  fragrance can be experienced...

and all are available now at 
The Village Shoppes!



Add a dash of vibrancy and a smidgen of fun to your kitchen with a colorful colander from The Village Shoppes!

Mixing form with function, these colanders feature a non-reactive, stainless steel interior surface, a vibrant, lacquered exterior, and an appealing, footed base.

When it comes to kitchen essentials, there's no need to settle for ordinary and mundane. Prepare your foods in style with vibrant culinary tools from The Village Shoppes!



Let someone you cherish  know just  how much they mean to you by wrapping them with warmth and  love with a Comfort Blanket from  The Village Shoppes.
 
Our collection of ultra-soft, super-warm Comfort Blankets feature a thoughtful sentiment, sweetly revealing your sincere feelings for the recipient.
  This blanket will always be a treasured reminder of how much you care for the special person who receives it.
 
Don't give it a second thought...
come in today and warm someone's 
heart with a Comfort Blanket from 
The Village Shoppes!


















It's no big surprise that Amanda Schwingendorf, our Fresh Floral Designer, chose the entire Fresh Floral Department as her "Staff Pick".

A busy mom of two adorable toddlers, Amanda manages to dedicate some of her precious time to The Village Shoppes, creating stunning arrangements for our much-appreciative fresh floral clientele.

From prom corsages to sympathy sprays (and everything in between), Amanda will design a custom fresh floral creation that will beautifully convey your most thoughtful wishes. 

Take a moment to look at her cheerful face once again. Can you really deny her the opportunity to create you one of her outstanding fresh floral masterpieces, 

Call in or stop by today to place an order or choose from our selection of gorgeous, ready-made fresh floral arrangements.




This three-drawer chest from Coast-to-Coast Imports makes a glamorous statement with its stunning, silver finish.

With elegant drawer pulls that resemble crystal, this sophisticated chest features  graceful and elegant curves. Generous storage space adds to its allure.
The suggested retail price of this opulent chest is $749.99; however, our price is only $374.99!
 
Now, pick yourself up off the floor and bring yourself in to The Village Shoppes and claim this Doorbuster Deal!













Click here to read what  
Deanna Pietrzak, our Department 56 Collection Specialist, has to share about new releases, recent retirements, and exciting revelations within our expansive selection of  
Department 56 products!
 



Hide-n-Seek with Bella!
, if you're the first person to come into our store and correctly identify where the image below is hidden in this e-mail... 

 you'll be the winner of a $25 gift certificate from The Village Shoppes!
 

*No need to print this newsletter. We'll have one ready and waiting for you! Sorry, , if you've been a contest winner within the last six months, you're not eligible to participate in this contest.



These two ladies are soooo sweet, we're lucky they didn't melt away on the rainy day that they visited us!
Diane Barrett (right) came all the way from New Jersey to visit her sister, Ann Fletcher (left), in Laporte. Together, the two ladies  spent some special sibling time together at The Village Shoppes, making us feel very honored. 

It might have been cloudy and raining on the day they visited us, but it seemed like the sun was shining brightly because of these two lady's radiant smiles!




 
You're welcome.




 













The Village Shoppes
574.654.8352 ~or~ 800.697.4711
info@thevillageshoppes.com

Store Hours thru October 6:
Monday - Saturday:  9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday:  Closed
Store Hours October 7 -  14:
Monday - Saturday:  9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday:  Noon - 5:00 pm   
Store Hours Effective October 15 :
Monday - Saturday:  9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday:  Noon - 5:00 pm

Bill Sutton, President & Proprietor,
The Village Shoppes, Inc.,
holding Bella, Chairman of the Board.

Visit our website at: 
www.thevillageshoppes.com

  



Bella's Tale
Here's proof to show the importance of having friends (and having a smart friend is a bonus)!
Donkey Knows Exactly How To Help His Friends Over This Fence