Most people know that the Amish in our Northern Indiana community are known for helping those in need. One way they do that is by hosting benefit suppers. These suppers love to feature a dish called the “haystack.” Ever heard of it?|Haystacks are frugal meals such that can be as…
Learn design and home decor tips from Shipshewana Flea Market Vendor and design specialist, Brenda LaRue, of Bloom'n Things, LLC.|How can you make your home a look more welcoming?|Making your home a welcoming space is a great idea not only for guests, but also for you. Nothing is more relaxing…
In the Farmer's Market of the outdoor Shipshewana Flea Market this season you’ll find Dutch Farm Market, out of Michigan, selling a large variety of fresh seasonal produce and local foods.|We met Roger (resembling a superhero here), one of the nicest and friendliest produce selling guys you’ll meet. He shared…
Here is a list of three upcoming Shipshewana summer events that you won't want to miss. Start making those road trip plans now and discover these fun things to do in Indiana.|1. Shipshewana Auction & Flea Market|Think you can make it through all 40 acres of this huge flea market?…
Facebook…the ultimate leap into the social media world. An absolute necessity for some, a scary plunge into the deep dark abyss known as the 21st century to others. Change can be a scary thing and the world is moving and progressing quickly. So, need a little nudge?|Why hassle yourself with…
Are you new to selling? As a beginner market vendor, it might be a little (or very) overwhelming and confusing trying to grasp the ins and outs of what all you’re supposed to do and where you’re supposed to sell.|You may be asking questions such as: What’s the best market…
The Shipshewana Trading Place Auction and Flea Market is a do-not-miss Hoosier tradition, located in Shipshewana, Indiana.|One of the initial attractions to this small, yet popular tourist town of 650 people has grown to a full-service destination that brings generations of families to take in the town’s Amish-based lifestyle.|Shipshewana, Ind.…
Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park is so unique. It's owned by an Amish family and is located just a short drive from town - at 6255 N 1000 W, Shipshewana, IN 46565. I guarantee your family will be talking about it for weeks.|When I arrived, I was greeted by a…
Shipshewana Trading Place offers sellers and vendors of all kinds of products, used, new and old, from live auctions to swap meets to permanent spaces at our famous outdoor flea market - the largest in the Midwest!|Check out some of the 2022 vendor opportunities below!|1. Shipshewana Flea Market|The Shipshewana Flea…
Here are 4 free ways to successfully promote the shows, outdoor flea markets, fairs, festivals, bazaars, craft markets, or other one-day selling events to help grow your business and get customers to shop your vendor booth.|Any type of promotion is great, but can sometimes be pricey. This list is free,…
Standing out as a vendor at a flea market is a challenge. Getting people to remember where you are, your space number, what you sell and the name of your business is tough (but extremely beneficial). Being “the” spot to shop makes a difference in leaving an impression on customers.|Customers…
Strawberries are delicious any time of year, and especially when they are in season from Shipshewana Flea Market Farmer’s Market vendors. Veteran flea market vendor Janet Wiggins shares with us another favorite treat from the Cutco family, Layered Strawberry Cheesecake Bars.|Photo and recipe courtesy of Cutco.com|Gather Your Ingredients|For the Crust…
The likelihood of making a sale at a flea market or pop-up show is not just dependent on the product itself. Much of it is dependent on what kind of customer service the shopper received at your booth. |Below, I've listed some great customer service exercises that are important when…
Here are some great tips from the Shipshewana Flea Market experts on what you can do to draw customers into your booth.|So you’re selling at a flea market! You have your product, you have your tent, you’ve made your reservations to participate in the next local flea market, and you’ve…
Shipshewana, IN — Shipshewana hosted visitors from all over the area taking the opportunity to enjoy their spectacular display of holiday light scenes this past Christmas Season. Shipshewana’s Lights of Joy, featuring more than two million LED Christmas lights displayed in a one-and- a-half-mile-long symphony of spectacular light scenes was…
Ever wanted to take an old copper kettle and make it something more useful and beautiful? Then, this DIY is for you! Learn this simple hack for upcycling and repurposing tired copper.|1 - Find your copper piece.|I happened to find this beautiful copper planter with blue willow handles at the…
If you have a love for decorating with antiques, vintage finds or just amazingly unique home decor trends, you will love these amazing finds at some of the best antique stores in Northern Indiana.|An old soul, this young girl has come to love vintage decor, antiques and unique finds since…
Eric has been with Shipshewana Auction since 2003 where he heads up the accounting department.
Lora leads the strategic marketing and customer service initiatives for the Shipshewana Trading Place brand. Prior to joining the team in October, 2014 she spent 13 years in healthcare marketing at Indiana University Health and her prior 7 years in the design and printing industry. She lives in Shipshewana with her husband and their children and serves as a community representative for Shipshewana Trading Place. In her spare time, she loves to spend time outdoors with her family, cooking and getting creative with all kinds of arts & crafts.
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