Shop Like A Local in St. Thomas - St. Thomas Ontario

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Shop Like a Local

Shop local artisans, vintage finds, and hand-picked items. Find a unique souvenir, something made in St. Thomas.

Day 1 : Boutique and Artisan Shopping

The entrepreneurial spirit is strong in St. Thomas. You see it everywhere from downtown to strip malls. Stop by Myrtle if you're looking for some stylish wardrobe pieces, or check out Jennings Furniture, the oldest store in St. Thomas selling premium furniture and home accessories.
Find where to shop for local goods in St. Thomas here.

This is the store front of Mugford's. There is an orange and red awning above the store windows. The sign has an orange background and in the bottom left corner of it, it says

Mugford Shoes Boutique Downtown

Day 2 : Vintage Finds

If antiquing, thrifting and the thrill of the hunt is up your alley, St. Thomas is your stop for vintage shops and funky finds. Try Dark Matter Toys and Collectibles for a mix of vintage toys, games and vinyl, and Diamonds and Toads for upcycled and inspired home decor.
Download Antique & Thrift Guide here.

Here is an image of a woman holding up a record cover over her face. The cover is of a man with long curly hair.

Dark Matter Toys and Collectibles

Day 3 : Backroading It

St. Thomas is located in the heart of rural Elgin County, a land filled with beautiful pastoral farms, forests and fields. Shop small farm stands, rural artisan shops, or enjoy the fruits of the countryside right here in St. Thomas at the Horton Farmers Market & Canadale Nurseries.
Download the Backroading Guide here to plot your trip.

Here is a mother and daughter looking at flowers at Canadale Nurseries. In the front are red flowers and beside those are tall purple flowers. The Moher is holding the daughter in her arms and the daughter is touching the red flowers. The daughter is wearing a yellow polka dot top and black overalls. The mother is wearing a light baby blue dress with a white pattern.

Canadale Nurseries