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Complete Guide to 2025 Events in Shipshewana

Discover some of the best upcoming 2025 seasonal events in Shipshewana, Indiana, like one-of-a-kind festivals, shows, auctions, markets and more....

12 Ways to Turn Customer Cues Into Money

Build your business around what customers want. Your customers will give you cues in more ways than one. Use those...

12 Realistic Reasons to Be Your Own Boss

What really makes it worth working for yourself? Here are twelve realistic reasons to be your own boss....

Shipshewana Trading Place Flea Market & Auction Awarded Best of the Best Designation by the American Bus Association

Destinations, an American Bus Association publication and the definitive guide to North America's best group travel destinations, state-by-state itineraries, planning...

Recipe Box:  Holiday Cake Balls

Learn to make simple and delicious holiday cake balls good for any celebration and where in Shipshewana you can find...

Do the Amish Celebrate Christmas?

Learn about Amish traditions and celebrations, whether they exchange gifts, and more about the Amish culture and how they celebrate...

3 Easy Steps to Create Winter Decor for your Home

Find where to find hidden treasure at Shipshewana Trading Place and discover the 3 easy steps it takes for anyone...

9 Things Every History Buff Should Do in Shipshewana

Shipshewana, Indiana has a rich Amish and Mennonite heritage that is so fun to learn about....

Flea Market Booth Display Tips: Avoid Display Tables

You might want to consider avoiding display tables. For the details read more here....

Flea Market Booth Display Tips: “Sale” Section Advice

Make your discounted section look good. Here are some details surrounding this tip....

5 Shipshewana Stops Every DIY Lover Must Visit

Recently, I was motivated to pull off a few small projects and as inspiration for anyone like me, here are...

7 Amish Recipes for Your Thanksgiving Table

Here's a collection of some of our favorite Amish Thanksgiving recipes from around Pinterest and the internet. Try adding one...

7 Examples of Great Booth Displays and Why

Are you looking for some fresh booth display setup ideas to use at your next craft show, flea market or...

Shipshewana Trading Place Frontline Workers Receive Hoosier Hospitality Awards for Exceptional Service

Jolene Troyer (Farmstead Inn & Conference Center) and Jamye Bley (Shipshewana Trading Place Auction & Flea Market), have been honored...

Recipe Box:  Thanksgiving Leftovers Panini

Learn an amazing and simple recipe for using up all your delicious Thanksgiving Day Leftovers that the entire family will...

6 Unforgettable Christmas Activities in Shipshewana

Shipshewana is a town that loves to go all out for the holidays. Beautiful lights start appearing in town in...

5 Things You Should Know About the Shipshewana Flea Market Before Becoming a Vendor

Before selling at any flea market, it's important to prep yourself with some must-know information....

3 Simple Steps to Upcycle an Old Auction Find: Bundt Pan to Fall Décor

Learn to upcylcle old items found at flea markets and auctions creating amazing fall decor that anyone is capable of...

Easy DIY Mini Pumpkin Succulents

Learn to create your own mini pumpkin succulent from items you can find right here at Shipshewana Auction & Flea...

Dream Wedding at Shipshewana Trading Place

Let us help you create the perfect wedding day with a celebration of love set against a backdrop of rustic...

5 Reasons to Visit Shipshewana Flea Market After Labor Day

Discover 5 amazing reasons to shop the Midwest's Largest Flea Market after Labor Day....

3 Easy Tips for Planning Your Flea Market Booth Display

When developing the theme and style of your flea market booth or craft show booth, there are some general rules...

3 Simple Steps to Upcycling this Old Suitcase

In this DIY blog, you can take an ordinary item from the weekly Shipshewana Misc. & Antique Auction and turn...

6 Times it’s OK to say “NO” to a Customer

Saying no to customers is hard but sometimes it is ok to do just that by saying no to the...

Shipshewana Flea Market Hosts Annual Event Trifecta During Upcoming Special Weekend Market

Shipshewana Flea Market will host a special weekend Flea Market for shoppers on Friday, August 2nd & Saturday, August 3rd,...

Recipe Box:  Last of the Garden

My late Papa Huff taught me a lot in life and although this isn't the one that makes the biggest...

Top 12 Flea Market Vendor FAQs

Have you ever thought about running your own business and working for yourself? Or do you already have a business...

Discover Treasure at Shipshewana Flea Market | Kids Scavenger Hunt

Calling all young treasure hunters! Are you ready for an exciting adventure at the Shipshewana Flea Market? Join us for...

7 Tips for Planning the Perfect Event

Find 7 helpful tips and information from our expert team on planning your next event, conference, retreat, small business meeting,...

Flea Market Vendor Spotlight: Teulker’s Treasures

Suzanne owns Teulker's Treasures, a crafts and gifts business with unique handmade items at the Shipshewana Flea Market....

Discover Treasure at Shipshewana Flea Market’s Exclusive Weekend Market

The Shipshewana Flea Market is excited to announce the opening of their much-anticipated Weekend Market, taking place on June 14th...

10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Shipshewana Flea Market

Shopping for Dad? You'll want to get him a Father's Day gift that is as unique as he is. Luckily,...

Discover the Flavors of Shipshewana Flea Market

The Shipshewana Flea Market is known for its size, AND for the amazing festival-like food options when you visit! Not...

Memorial Day – A Day to Remember!

While there are many great sources on the meaning behind Memorial Day, as well as, the differences between Memorial Day...

5 Things for Men to Do in Shipshewana

Grab your buddies for a great trip in Indiana's Amish Country and bond over good food, good bargains and the...

7 Easy Steps for Upcycling Auction Finds

Learn how we turned this old table into an adorable Vintage French Country decor piece sure to brighten up any...

Farmstead Inn Wins Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award 2024

Shipshewana, IN – May 6, 2024 – The Farmstead Inn & Conference Center is pleased to announce today that it...

How to Get Repeat Customers to Your Booth (5 Tips)

Getting repeat customers to your market or craft show booth is essential to help your business grow....

Flea Market and Craft Show Vendor Packing Checklist (You’re Going to Want This!)

If you're planning on selling at an outdoor flea market in the near future, you'll want to be as prepared...

Shipshewana Flea Market Kicks Off 2024 Season

Shipshewana Flea Market, home of the Midwest's Largest Flea Market, opens for the 2024 season! Check out the amazing vendors,...

5 of the BEST Things to Do Near Shipshewana RV Park

People often ask what there is to do in Shipshewana Indiana. Well, there is an abundance of great attractions, shops...

This Bike Trail in Northern Indiana has the Best Views of Amish Countryside

Some people prefer to hike up a chain of mountains. Others would rather run through a landscape filled with waterfalls....

Shipshewana, IN Getaway for the Girls

Grab your friends for a fun filled trip to Shipshewana! This itinerary is jam packed with shopping, good food and...

21 Things to Do this Spring in Shipshewana, IN

Are you planning to visit Shipshewana this spring? From markets to festivals to shows and so much more, here are...

5 Easy Steps to Upcycling Your Antique Auction Find

This amazing live auction find was taken to the next level with 5 Easy Steps!...