Disclosure: I was given a $25 GC from Grandpa Shorter’s as a thank you for writing this post.
I love giving and receiving fun gifts. More than anything though, I love shopping and supporting awesome Michigan-based stores!
I am excited to share about an adorable shop in the heart of downtown Petoskey, Michigan called Grandpa Shorter’s, which also has an online component with GrandpaShorters.com.
A Christmas display at Grandpa Shorter’s in Petosky, Michigan
I love that you can shop online at this store…Although I know I am making a pitstop next time I visit the area. Love that it has been family owned and operated since 1946. What an amazing accomplishment to be open for more than 65 years! I especially love their mascot bear, Carlos, too. Such a fun photo op!
This shop has all kinds of great gifts perfect for the holidays and shopping local. There are so many neat things from gag gifts, personalized signs and items for the home to adorable baby items and handmade goods. There is also a fun lake category for those who have northern Michigan property and of course, plenty of Petosky stone-inspired things!
Some of the items I thought were great for gift-giving:
Brownwood Farms Famous Kream Mustard {I LOVE gourmet mustards if you’re looking to shop for me ;)}
Bacon Bundle {there are also underpants, mustaches, pickles, prank and cupcake ones that are SO fun!}
Leland Blue Ring {How gorgeous is this?!}
Shop online at and give them some Facebook love here!
Where are your favorite local shops?
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