MORRIS – Whimsy in downtown Morris is the place to search out distinctive classic residence decor gadgets, clothes, and equipment.
It’s also possible to buy unique Whimsy hats, created by proprietor Traci Tessone.
Tessone’s love for distinctive classic and vintage gadgets was inherited from her dad and mom and impressed her develop her personal creativity and finally open Whimsy in 2008.
“Rising up, my dad and mother would at all times bought to small boutiques and vintage shops. So, you recognize there was a section, after all, that I didn’t like that after which I grew to like that sort of expertise. I believe that’s why I opened the boutique,” Tessone stated.
“Simply seeing and being round all of these retailers and assembly the boutique homeowners and clients after we would store, it was at all times a enjoyable expertise for me and I believe that helped me give you the concept,” she stated.
Tessone didn’t begin along with her personal boutique store. She started renting house in different shops throughout school to promote refurbished residence decor and vintage gadgets.
Whimsy sells all the things that Tessone loves, distinctive classic impressed items that hopefully by no means lose their type.
“It’s largely classic impressed, all of our garments are and jewellery are new, however I attempt to discover issues that appear like they’ve been round or aren’t simply one thing that’s simply going to exit of fashion,” Tessone stated.
Tessone believes group is important to the success of her enterprise and is a powerful supporter of native occasions, reminiscent of Women Evening Out and Rock the Block. She even created the three French Hens Market, a well-liked occasion that brings small native distributors collectively to promote handmade crafts, meals, and decor.
“I really imagine that if you’d like individuals to return to your store, clearly persons are going to try this. However, if they will make a day of it and hit different superb retailers, you’re going to get them to return out extra typically,” Tessone stated.
“Having a downtown is extraordinarily vital and it’s really why my enterprise has been capable of be so profitable,” she stated.
Whimsy is situated at 217 Liberty Road in Morris. It’s open Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to five:30 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m. to five p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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