Shopping At an Ambler Vintage Boutique

Nestled among Ambler’s popular restaurants and salons, an assortment of vintage boutiques has emerged. Beginning with three exciting vintage stores on North Main Street and continuing onto East Butler Ave, Ambler has become a local vintage hot spot. With each store carving its own niche, an eclectic array of vintage shopping options is now available, enhancing the experience of a day on the town in Ambler.

Patina Vintage (101 North Main Street) specializes in vintage women’s clothing, handbags, costume jewelry, and accessories that were personally chosen by owner Nicole Burns. Through Patina Vintage, Nicole shares her passion for the freedom of expression that vintage clothing provides. Her love for vintage began with her trips to local thrift stores at the age of 15 and has since grown into the extensive collection that is showcased in her store.

A short walk down Main Street leads to Judy Serrao’s Antique Garden Cottage. Located at 12 North Main Street, the store carries vintage furniture pieces from the 1700 and 1800’s. Vintage shoppers will also find an extensive collection of hand loomed textiles such as bedding, throws, table squares, pillows, chair pads, and runners. Vintage linens including table cloths, runners, doilies, and tea and guest towels are also sold. Antique Garden Cottage is proud to be your local carrier of Caldrea home and bath products as well.

For a one of a kind vintage furniture shopping experience, be sure to stop into Main Street Vintage at 18 North Main Street. Owners Wheezie Strasko and Jeanne Cooke find vintage American furniture and add their delightful touch using paints and papers to offer an eclectic array of unique home accessories. They offer great pricing for well crafted vintage furniture and also help to customize the furniture and accessories that you already have in your home to fit with your new décor.

Ambler’s alluring vintage shopping district is not limited to Main Street alone. Located at 103 E. Butler Ave, Hidden Glam carries mostly new yet affordable merchandise. The store’s popular “Glam Thrifted” section is a hit with customers. Owner, Sheila Fortson, offers unique vintage pieces as well as name brand, pre-owned selections both in store and online at www.HiddenGlam.com.

Just down the road at 60 E Butler Ave is the charming Sew Vintage Boutique. The shop prides itself on providing personal customer service to its customers and even offers private styling by owner Mary Giampa as well as private shopping parties. Sew Vintage Boutique also hosts Ladies Night Out events. The store carries mainly brands such as Vintage Havana, Sugarlips, Kerisma, Miss Me, Kut, Surrealist, Freeway, Ya, and Hot and Delicious and also offers a small collection of vintage clothing and jewelry. Vintage consignment is offered as well by appointment only.

Ambler’s blossoming vintage boutiques scene provide shoppers with many exciting, one of a kind shopping and gift giving options. Extended holiday shopping hours and storefront displays add to the festive spirit. Be sure to spend time this holiday season experiencing Ambler’s unique charm and one stop shopping.

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This article written by Ambler Main Street volunteer Jeff Merrill.  He can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

The Ambler Holiday Parade was yet another amazing Ambler Main Street Event.

Sponsored by Ambler Savings Bank, The Rotary Club of Ambler, Caddick Construction, Fireside Bar & Grill, Maro Floor Coverings, Shaeff-Myers Funeral Home and many of the local Ambler Merchants.

This year we welcomed string bands, stilt walkers, the Shriners Clownz, bands from Wissahickon and Upper Dublin, all the local girl and boy scouting troops, antique vehicles, Ambler Businesses, Churches and various community civic groups.

Event photos can be found on the Ambler Main Street Facebook Page.

Main Street Vintage located at 18 North Main Street is a furniture, accessory & gift store leaning towards the cottage look.  The quaint store, owned by two local lady friends, is conveniently located in the first block of North Main Street across from Essenza Day Spa and Rosey's BBQ.

Wheezie Strasko is a veteran of the antique circuit and Jeanne Cooke has extensive retail experience, including The Bombay Shop.  At their store, you will find unusual, affordable pieces to embellish your home.  Walls are their specialty with a collection of mirrors, botanical prints and architectural pieces to set the mood.