Riegsecker Marketplace Shops

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  The furniture part of the Riegsecker Marketplace has moved to a large building across the street that's next door to their restaurant.  The furniture store is called Shipshewana Furniture.  I had spent two months shopping online for a good deal in an Amish built bedroom set.  My husband convinced me to drive the 170 miles from Michigan to this store to see what they had.  We bought an absolutely gorgeous large  double chest, dresser, bed and end tables there.  I walked in their store thinking I knew what I wanted.  Well, I got something completely different in a wood that I'd never even considered before.  The price was excellent, and they charged a small amount to deliver it and carry it upstairs.  The online stores hire a transport company to deliver their furniture.  But Riegsecker nka Shipshewana Furniture, however, deliver furniture themselves.  The entire experience was wonderful.  And every time we walk into our bedroom we talk about how beautiful the furniture is.

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  Posted on 03.20.12 Cindy G.

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  The Riegsecker Marketplace shops is made up of multiple stores: The Craft Barn, which carries furniture, including small pieces, quilts, toys, cards, calendars and knick-knacks (plus Yoder popcorn, both fresh-popped and boxed/bagged - the BEST popcorn ever); the Farm House, which has more furniture, clocks and a whole section of collectibles; and Dad's Toys, a great little toy store with an emphasis on "guy stuff." The Marketplace also includes the Blue Gate Restaurant and Bakery. And, they have buggy rides when it's nice out.
  
  It's kitschy Amish tourism at its best. But hey, it's what the tourists want, and it is high-quality stuff.
  
  I give them a lot of credit for authenticity -- the owner was raised Amish and his family is Mennonite. The furniture they make is really excellent stuff -- all hardwood, hand-crafted, custom-made. Seriously, I would furnish my whole house in their stuff if I had the money.
  
  But here's a tip: Don't walk into a store and tell the clerk you "want something Amish." Be more specific. And if the girl behind the counter is wearing pants, or earrings, or has her hair cut and not covered -- don't ask if she's Amish. Seriously, people. :)

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  Posted on 02.11.10 Renita M.

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