Meadowsweet Mercantile

Philadelphia


Vintage apparel gets a stylish makeover at this appealing boutique full of t-shirts, jeans, sweaters and accessories. Toward the back there's a separate section stocking Cuttalossa (www.cuttalossa.us) homewares and linens, as well as local pottery, alpaca socks, teas and beeswax candles.

Check their Facebook page for details of events including workshops and First Friday happenings.


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