field trip: room service/made in the 216

This afternoon, I popped over to Room Service to check out the eagerly anticipated Made in the 216. I felt a huge surge of happiness as I walked up and saw all the people. Yay, Clevelanders! Supporting an awesome thing!

Room Service always brings the charm - I like stopping by just to see how things are arranged - but I have to say Danielle (the oh-so-sweet owner) completely outdid herself this time. It was wonderful - every little detail had been paid attention to, down to the tasty snacks provided by Studio C. It was hard for me not to jump up and down a little when I saw the tiered tray of PB&J finger sandwiches. So. Freaking. Cute. (I also loved the plushy pink velvet chair and Union Jack pillow. Left to my own devices, I could have parked myself there a good long while.)


Each artist had a display area that was distinctive yet somehow seamlessly integrated into the fabric of the store. Retail magic! I liked how there was often something big to catch your eye, and then when you looked closer tiny treasures were revealed (like this photo collage and earring grouping.)


While I was there, I developed a serious crush on these chairs...


... and this little hat by Made Marian. I wish it came in grown up size.


There was a lot of really nice work - photographs, charming prints by the small screen, Stephanie Finley's adorable baby togs, hand dyed vintage linens and oodles of jewelry. I bought one of these lovely wire birds by Satomi Jin. It's like a beautiful sketch made three dimensional. I can't wait to find the perfect corner for it in my house (and to spend more time on her website - wow).


And, just to cap everything off, tiny little cupcakes as a fare-you-well at the door.

Make time and go!

Room Service
6505 Detroit Avenue
Friday: 4:00 to 9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM