Vintage Shopping on Our Puget Sound Boat Trip

If you’re anything like me, you never miss an opportunity to shop for a thrifted find, no matter where you might be. Our 2 week Puget Sound boating trip last month was a great opportunity for vintage shopping at stores around the Pacific Northwest that I normally don’t get a chance to visit.

We went to many different towns while on our boat trip and found several local antique stores and quaint shops that offered vintage goods.

Read along as I share some of my favorite shops while on our vacation and the vintage finds I brought home with me.

If you’re looking for a good deal on antiques or vintage home decor, some of the best places to check out are flea markets, antique malls, second-hand stores, or even your local thrift store.

These types of places are few and far between when you’re on a boat and your shopping opportunities are only within walking distance.

So this post is less about getting the best deal and more about visiting vintage shops in some great waterside towns. They were fun to shop at, full of inspiration, and where I paid more than I wanted to most of the time.

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Saltwater Antiques: Poulsbo, WA.

When it comes to Puget Sound vintage shopping, this is one of my favorite stores for vintage treasure. Their Facebook profile states: “2000 sq ft of Vintage finds, Antiques, architecture, beach and farmhouse style. Espresso bar and truffles to keep you happy while shopping”.

I have NEVER left Saltwater Antiques without a car full of amazing vintage pieces. There are definitely some good deals here and some of the most unique pieces I’ve ever found.

How sweet is that mirror?

They’ve got you covered if you’re looking for a galvanized bucket, watering can, or even a vintage crock.

I took this piece home!

I was told it’s one of those rolling carts used for carrying groceries back in the day. This would be one of those items that I paid way too much for (I even erased the price from the picture because of the embarrassment).

But…I LOVE it! I plan to fill it with my vintage croquet mallets or beach towels on the deck.

Do you remember the vintage columns we added to the opening in our home between our kitchen and living room? I found those here. Actually, it was just one column that we cut in half.

I think next month’s vintage post will have to be about all the vintage finds from this shop and how I’ve used them.

I’ve always wanted a scale like this. But when you live in a 1600-square-foot cottage, it’s one piece you visit and admire instead.

Isn’t this antique dresser gorgeous? I wish I had room for it.

This refrigerator works!

I’m sure you’ll agree with me that this is a wonderful place with some great antique and vintage pieces just waiting to be taken home with you.

In addition to the vintage cart, I brought home a white vintage stool, a mirror, a glass cloche, some ceiling tins, and a little shutter to hang on the wall.

Details Home and Garden: Poulsbo, WA

I didn’t have to walk far to reach my next destination. In fact, Details Home and Garden is literally next door.

When it comes to Puget Sound vintage shopping, this shop has a completely different vibe.

They do a great job mixing the most unique vintage items with new pieces. And it works well! This is such a great place for inspiration. I have gotten so many home decor ideas here, especially at Christmas!

The waterfront stores in Poulsbo have the most wonderful annual event to kick off the holiday season that I try never to miss.

I absolutely love the white vintage cabinet with the yellow pots.

I come to Poulsbo at least once a season.

We come here by boat, but it’s only an hour or so away from home, so my girlfriends and I spend the day shopping and have lunch occasionally.

Every time I visit this shop, it looks completely different. The owner is the best at merchandising, displaying items, and finding the most unique vintage furniture pieces.

Don’t you just love this one with all the drawers? I believe he found this piece at Round Top.

I bought my white buffet/cabinet in the living room, with the copper top, here a couple of years ago and am in love with how it changed the entire look of the space.

So if you’re looking for a vintage dining room table, a dresser, or a cabinet, you’ll find some pretty incredible ones here.

If you’re looking for a thrift store deal, though, this is not the place you’ll find one. But as I said, there are some amazing one-of-a-kind pieces here.

In addition to the vintage pieces, Details Home and Garden carries other items, such as candles, dishes and glassware, cards, books, and more.

How cute is that blue vintage cabinet in the corner? Or the white dresser to the right of it?

On this trip, I saw more than the usual vintage wicker pieces. If only I had room to take this white wicker rocker home.

Or this pretty piece?

Red Plantation: Poulsbo, WA.

Another wonderful place in Pouslbo is Red Plantation.

This shop was here before the other two I shared with you. It’s a treasure trove of vintage home decor and some new items different vendors offer.

This hanging basket may look familiar. I bought the one hanging in my living room from this store.

Don’t you just love these glass bottles? And how about this dreamy vintage cabinet?

Funk and Junk Antiques: Friday Harbor, WA.

Next up on the Puget Sound vintage shopping trip is an antique shop in Friday Harbor in the San Juan Islands. We were completely surprised to find Funk and Junk Antiques.

This is one of those antique shops with a little bit of everything. Crocks, enamel pots, fishing baskets, and even some vintage clothing.

Here’s a little section out back with vintage chairs and some garden tools.

I loved the table to the right, but it would have been quite a workout to carry it to the marina, so I passed on it.

There were plenty of great things here, but nothing I couldn’t live without, and the prices were high.

But we did have a good time checking everything out, and it was a charming building.

Nasty Jacks: La Conner, WA.

The final vintage stop on our boat tour was Nasty Jacks in La Conner. We always visit this quaint little town when heading to the San Juans.

I’m dating myself when I say that I remember getting to take a ride on the horse or elephant or whatever was in front of the grocery store as a kid, but only if I had been good. This brought back a lot of childhood memories.

The 12,000-square-foot shop is where you can buy antiques, vintage records, and a small selection of home decor vintage pieces.

As you can see, this shop is known for its vintage and antique furniture. So, they have some great things if you’re looking for big pieces.

There isn’t much of a selection if you want smaller home decor items.

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I hope you enjoyed following along on our vintage shopping tour around Puget Sound. We did find some great things along the way.

Until next time,

Happy Thrifting!

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