J.W. Shorter’s

This week, we wanted to feature our store that does not receive as much of attention, but certainly deserves the love! J.W. Shorter & Son Mercantile is packed with things to make your home even more extraordinary. And, they just received some new and exciting products in for the Spring! Wood...
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Yes, that's correct. This winter, all the buzz is around socks. However, not just any socks, but Blue Q socks. What are Blue Q socks? Well, funny you should ask, because until recently, I didnt have a clue either. Blue Q socks are carried at J.W. Shorter & Son Mercantile in Downtown Petoskey, M...
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Hi, everyone! Can you believe it's already mid-August? School officially starts in less than a month here in Northern Michigan and the countdown has already begun at our house. The kid's day camp ended last week (wow, that went fast!!!) and now I'm in back-to-school mode. Most of the other kids that...
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Hello, friends and welcome back! As you know, we started featuring a new employee every month on the blog. It's already the end of June and we are featuring another hard working Grandpa Shorter's employee of the month! Ever wonder how Grandpa Shorter's customer service is so fabul...
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Hello everyone! Spring is officially and finally here. We did get several inches of snow this past weekend here in Petoskey but the kids enjoyed it and they got one last hurrah in before it melts completely. It felt like an odd way to end our spring break but I'm hoping the snow melts this week...
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Have you tried paper placemats at your parties?  They really are a must and make any party look dramatic and memorable. They make for easy clean up after all the guests have gone and all you want to do is put your feet up and have a glass of wine. Here are examples and a few table settings by...
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