Nesting Goods and Alchemy Tea

Downtown Saint Joseph has an ever-growing number of small businesses that are making the area a shopping and dining destination again. Neighboring businesses Nesting Goods and Alchemy Tea Co. are two of these must-visit spots.

Nesting Goods specializes in local, handmade, home décor and gifts as well as some antiques. This quaint shop is the perfect place to find a unique gift or a special item to update your own home. They carry jewelry, pottery, wall décor, pillows, candles, soap, kids’ items, stationery, and so much more.

They also partner with Homeplace Fields, a family farm in St. Joseph, to offer farm-fresh flowers. Wrapped bouquets can be ordered online for pickup at the store. Weekly fresh flower bouquet subscriptions are also available during the summer, with pickup available at Nesting Goods on Tuesdays or Saturdays.

After shopping, you can relax right next door at Alchemy Tea Co. The shop serves many varieties of hot, iced , and boba teas, including special, seasonal drink offerings. The retail space inside the shop includes many varieties of tea and tea accessories, as well as body-care items, plants, and other fun objects.

The shop also holds events regularly, including book club meetings, open mic nights, vendor events, paint and sip parties, craft activities, and more. Follow their Facebook page to stay up to date on upcoming events at facebook.com/alchemyteastjoe.

Alchemy Tea Co.’s beautiful space can also be rented for events. The shop features a mix of upholstery, tabletop and bar seating, and can accommodate up to 45 guests. There are options available to rent out the entire space or reserve the seating area while the retail portion of the shop remains open. To inquire about a date, fill out the form on their website at alchemyteaco.com/event-space.

Nesting Goods is located at 615 Felix Street in downtown Saint Joseph. The store is open from 11 – 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday and 10 – 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. You can also shop their website anytime at nestinggoods.com.

Alchemy Tea Co. is located at 617 Felix Street and is open from 9:30 – 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. You can also order online at alchemyteaco.com/. The next time you find yourself downtown, make time to visit these sweet shops. You’ll be glad you did!