I just wanted to thank you for making sure our baby shower went as planned! It turned out beautiful, everything we wanted and more! Your staff was wonderful, and our waiters Nick, and Adrianna were amazing, they could not have been anymore attentive or efficient!!! Again thank you sooo much for making our day special! … Continue reading
The Little Traveler Conservatory is full of flowers, bird baths, wrought iron structures, statues, fountains, plant stands…in short, everything you need to make your garden gorgeous. On Saturday, May 14, celebrate Gardenology with flowers from our Conservatory. Bring in a container from home, or purchase one at The Little Traveler and our talented staff will … Continue reading
It seems like “the colonies” are almost as excited about Will and Kate’s upcoming Royal Wedding as the kingdom itself. We know many of you are planning to celebrate in with a proper English Tea, and The Little Traveler has everything you’ll need to make your English Tea utterly authentic. Sticky Fingers Bakeries makes the … Continue reading
The Illinois River Winery is one of The Little Traveler’s favorite local wineries for many reasons—taste, value, and artistic tradition being among them—and that’s why we invite them in every month to show off their flavors. Stop in The Little Traveler’s wine room for a free Illinois River wine tasting on March 12, April 16 … Continue reading
Have you tried gourmet Treasure Breads at The Little Traveler yet? If not, you are in for a treat—for breakfast, snack, at tea time, or as gourmet desserts! Treasure Breads currently carries twelve creative flavors, including Pina Colada, Fool’s Gold, and the famous Lava loaf. The breads stay moist and fresh for 30 days and … Continue reading
Mark you calendar for Thursday, January 13 when The Little Traveler will reveal all of the new fabric colors and styles of the Vera Bradley 2011 collections!
The Williraye Studio brings unexpected and whimsical folk art to The Little Traveler. The collection is the result of the imaginative mind of Bobbe Punzel-Schuknecht and the carving talents of her husband Jeff Schuknecht. Their Williraye studio sits nestled in the rolling hills of rural Wisconsin, where life on the farm is expressed in their … Continue reading
On Friday, December 3 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., during Christmas Walk 2010, The Little Traveler is hosting a don’t-miss event for collectors: Swarovski Crystal Representative Ann Andrea will present her new holiday items including sparkling new jewelry! Register to win a free piece of Swarovski Jewelry. Representative Angela Casa will showcase the new … Continue reading
The Little Traveler would like to welcome Liz Hawkins from Pelago Valley on Saturday November 6th to our gourmet room from 11:30 am – 3:30 pm. She will demonstrate how to cook the perfect turkey with Pelago Valley’s new and delicious Turkey Seasonings. Samples available. Rosa’s Savory Italian Turkey Seasoning With everything you love in … Continue reading
November 9, 10, 18 & 19, 2010 Our famous one-day workshops will prepare you to be the hostess with the mostess AND the guestest that’s the bestest this holiday season. You’ll get first-hand training from interior design and home entertaining experts, who will show you how to create stunning table settings, lovely centerpieces, and festive … Continue reading
Back in 1984, Jo Ann and Vickie were next-door neighbors in the little town of Delaware, Ohio. They were two moms with small children looking for a way to do what they loved and stay home with the kids too. After many a conversations over the backyard fence, Gooseberry Patch was born. Today, Gooseberry Patch … Continue reading
This Fall we’re having two wonderful Vera Bradley giveaways. Get something for you and a gift for someone else…or keep it all for yourself, we won’t tell. September 23-October 4 Choose your Vera Bradley Gift! November 26 ONLY! FREE Vera Bradley Tote in Baroque
R.J. Linsey uses his thirty years of experience as a researcher, writer, and actor to create portraits of some of the most fascinating men in history. Lindsey draws upon his own family’s rich history; his ancestors served in the Virginia militia during the Revolution in 1776, settled the Great Plains by covered wagon, and joined … Continue reading
Come meet and toast Gunther, owner of Schlink Haus Winery in Germany, during his birthday celebration. Mr. Schlink always plans his US visit around our Festival of the Vine because he enjoys it so much! Mr. Schlink started his formal training in France and Germany. After marrying his sweetheart, he entered the business with his … Continue reading
July 8, 2010: The Debut of New Fall Prints and Styles! Be the first to pick up the new fall Vera Bradley. The Little Traveler will have all four new prints including Hello Dahlia (fuchsia) and Barcelona (black & white), plus a number of new styles too! We’re especially excited about the the new Laptop … Continue reading
The Little Traveler is your headquarters for beads and bracelets with our expanded collections from Trollbeads, Halia and Chamilia. Between all our lines, the possibilities are endless! We can show you how to mix and match for individuality. Become a member of our Bead Club and enjoy great savings, too! It’s easy! Just sign up … Continue reading
On Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 2:30-4:00 pm, you can now enjoy a delicious dessert buffet and tea right here at The Little Traveler. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 630-232-4200. The Atrium Cafe dessert buffet makes the perfect pitstop after a day of exploring and shopping. You’ll find an endless assortment … Continue reading
“I call my hand rolled clay beads She BeadsTM, because it’s what they are and it’s what I do.” – Sandy Rueve, president and founder of She Beads® Sandy Rueve’s design aesthetic moves naturally from her love of gardening to her clay bead designs. Both activities require nurturing and creativity, two qualities that Sandy has … Continue reading
March 19-20: Belly Up to the Brighton Bead Bar Come see our NEW Brighton Charm Bar and five new Brighton bracelet styles! Design your own charming creation and register to win one of three $100 Brighton Gift Certificates. March 30-April 3: Chamilia Free Easter Charm FREE Easter Bead with $100 Chamilia purchase. April 30-May 1: … Continue reading