Enid and Edgar, a vintage clothing shop has just opened its doors at 307 Spring Street in downtown Nevada City.  Open Wedensday-Thursday 12-5 and Friday-Sunday 12-6, the shop has unique one of kind clothes, shoes and accessories ranging from the 1940′s to the early 90′s.  If you’re style has a bit of a bohemian feel then this is a great place for you.  To help get you in the door to check it out Enid and Edgar is offering a special 10% discount to Nevada County residents, just mention that you read about them on the Outside Inn’s blog.

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Kodo Arts Japanese Antiques and Arts show opens their warehouse doors May 4th-12 on Searls Ave in Nevada City.  For those of you who haven’t been to the show before, it’s like walking into a museum full of history, culture and intriguing pieces, and it’s all for sale.  Jake and Yoko bring over all the pieces from Kyoto, Japan and host a bi-annual sale, all here in Nevada City.  Open 10am-6pm, stop by and please tell them the Outside Inn told you to say hi. 

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Nevada City Craft Fair is back at the Miners Foundry, through 7pm today.  Stop on by and check out a huge range of arts, crafts, clothing, jewelry and more.  Photos include the Flour Girl, Stitchery Do, Prettywell, Jillian Van  Ness, Neva Co Artisan Boutique, Alison Lee, French Knot Designs, Full Circle Press, Cello Chocolate and Fable Coffee.  You’re bound to leave with a few goodies and hopefully be inspired to get creative.

Darbeads Glass Art Boutique, a unique working studio in downtown Nevada City, offers a look into a working glass studio as well as a selection of hand crafting items for sale in their shop.  Husband and wife team, Darby & Janien, invite you to visit and learn about the art of lamp working.  To sign up for a class check out their website, classes or torch rental time available, including classes for kids age 10 and up.  If you’re heading to the Nevada City Craft Fair this weekend at the Miners Foundry, stop by Darbeads at 317 Spring Street before or afterwards, they’re open Tuesday through Sunday 11am-6pm,

Are you a book lover?  Have you been to visit the friendly folks at An Inner Sanctum?  They have used books and antiques, with a decent selection of Gold Rush literature.  I picked up a 1965 copy of “Gold Cities, Grass Valley and Nevada City” and loved that the “new” pictures of Nevada City were classics and the “old” historical photos were gold mines.  Stop in, you never know what you might discover, please tell them the Outside Inn sent you by to say hi, and don’t forget to check the stack of books by local authors.

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While I’ve been celebrating outdoor spring season, perhaps with the warmer weather you might need some new clothes?  Judi’s of Nevada City downtown has a great selection of contemporary women’s wear.  ”Jag Jeans and FDJ jeans in petite and regular lengths are always popular,” says owner Judith Weiner.  Judi’s also sells jewelry, accessories, hand bags, plus popular brands Curio Knits, Cut Loose, FLAX and French Dressing.  Step out in style, Judi has offered one lucky InnSide Nevada City blog reader a special 20% off one new spring item.  Please post your comment on your favorite spring style and I’ll draw the winner on Tuesday, March 26th.

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Have you been into Elixart?  The fine art gallery, located at 408 Broad Street, recently transitioned from a photography gallery to showcase of local artists and tea bar.  Currently on display are works by Jay Schuff, Lisa Deniz, Keith Homan and Jivan Swann.  A variety of events are in the works for Elixart, one not to miss is the Kava and Cacao Party.   The tea bar offers a selection of teas including, oolong tea, white and  pu-erh tea.  Elixart has offered up a free tastings of one of their teas to one InnSide Nevada City blog reader, just post a comment on this blog post saying which variety you’d like to try and I’ll post the winner on Tuesday, March 12th.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve got some great local ideas and a fabulous giveaway for one lucky individual.  Karin, at The Magickal Florist has offered up one dozen red roses, the Valentine’s Day Classic Bouquet, to one lucky commenter (read terms and conditions below).

What does your sweetie want?  Chocolate covered strawberries from The Chocolate Shoppe?  Neva Co Artisan Boutique has a great range of locally made handmade goodies, perhaps pick up some Sierra Sweets Chunky Toffee,  handmade ”Flying Heart” felted broach or wooden “my valentine” plaque.

Not that one needs Valentine’s Day as an excuse to eat chocolate, but if you were looking for a little help justifying some truffles, stop by The Truffle Shop.  The special heart shaped box of a dozen DeGroot mini truffles is sure to be well received.  If you’re looking … Read More »

The Miners Foundry, together with Joy of Life Events and NC Weds put together A Wedding Affair for all seasons.  Local merchants and services were showcasing their talents and services.  Photographed here today are Wendy Van Wagner, of In the Kitchen, Illuminated Invitations, Tess’ Kitchen Store, Emily’s Catering & Cakes and the Magickal Florist.  For some fun photos of local weddings click here to see the post I did earlier in the month about this event.  If you’re planning a wedding in Nevada City you have so many choices, click here for the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce’s list of services.  No mater what time of the year you’re tying the knot, it’s bound to be a special.

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Harmony Ridge Market recently opened their new Nevada City location at 115 South Pine Street.  Open seven days a week, they’re still working on the best hours, but are starting off 8am-7pm and closing at 6pm on Sundays.  They’ve got made to order sandwiches, espresso drinks and lots of grab and go goodies to eat (including Way Yum Sushi).  Stop by and grab a freshed brew cup of Carolines Coffee, a lemon bar and the milk you forgot to get at the store.  Harmony Ridge is excited to be in town (their location on Highway 20 across the street from the Old Five Mile House is still open too) and have offered up one InnSide Nevada City reader a $15 gift certificate to come in and try a sandwich and snack on them.  Please post a … Read More »