Grandma's Parlor

Grandma's Parlor Welcome to Grandma's Parlor and Grandpa's Limestone Cellar—where the charm of the past is lovingly preserved. Explore gifts and treasures for everyone.

Step into a vintage-inspired space nestled in the heart of downtown Maquoketa, Iowa.

I found this wolf at an estate sale yesterday. I'll admit, this one may be hard to part with. I've always wanted somethi...
06/22/2026

I found this wolf at an estate sale yesterday. I'll admit, this one may be hard to part with. I've always wanted something like this in my home. Until someone decides to take it home, I'm going to enjoy admiring it every day at Grandma's Parlor. 🐺 Doesn't he look real?

I have to admit, I really wanted to bring the pig I posted last week into Grandma's Parlor. I appreciated reading all yo...
06/22/2026

I have to admit, I really wanted to bring the pig I posted last week into Grandma's Parlor. I appreciated reading all your thoughts and comments about it. I've always loved pigs, and I still may find a place for one someday.

But every time I thought about it, I kept coming back to the heart of the store.

Grandma's Parlor was inspired by my dad's memories of sitting in his mother's parlor playing the piano, his love for Belgian horses, and the simple joys of growing up surrounded by family. Those memories are the roots of everything we're creating.

So I put the pig on the back burner and stayed focused on the story that started it all.

Now I've come across this carousel horse, and I can't help but think about the children who will visit Grandma's Parlor. Not that we need a bunch of little ones running through the glassware! 😊 But my dad had a special love for children, and Lynn and I do too.

Something about this horse feels like it belongs here. Yellow is actually my LEAST favorite color, but I don't think it is a bright yellow. It might actually fit the era and might kind of compliment all the wood, iron, and vintage character throughout the store.

And then there are the memories. My dad never missed taking us kids to the circus or to the fair when they came to town. Even when the rides made him sick, he was always the first one to jump on with us. Looking at this carousel horse brings back memories of us kids with our dad. He sure loved seeing us have fun. He never let us skip the horse barns. I remember being a terrified of getting kicked as we walked down those aisles, but Dad loved every minute of it.

So now I'm wondering...

What do you think? Does the Yellow Carousel horse fit the spirit of Grandma's Parlor? Or....should I wait to see if I can ever find one with more wood tones?

I think he enjoyed my reactions as much as I enjoyed being with him. What I wouldn't give to walk through those barns with him one more time." ❤️🐴

I Just finished designing my wine labels that I want for Grandma's Parlor! The plan (at least for now) is to start with...
06/20/2026

I Just finished designing my wine labels that I want for Grandma's Parlor!

The plan (at least for now) is to start with just three wines:

🍇 Concord

🍑 Peach

🐴 Belgian Horse Reserve (a smooth, approachable red)

I fell in love with the idea of a raised embossed cream label with just a touch of gold foil, along with small antique gold charms hanging from the neck of each bottle to identify the wine.

Now comes the challenge...

I have to find someone who can actually produce the embossed labels the way I'm envisioning them and help me source the little gold charms!

What do you think of the concept? Would you prefer the wine identified by a small charm (grape, peach, horse) or by words on the bottle?

And most importantly... if you walked into Grandma's Parlor, which bottle would you reach for first: 🍇 Concord, 🍑 Peach, or 🐴 Belgian Horse Reserve?

Where roots run deep. ❤️

One thing you'll notice at Grandma's Parlor is that there are tin signs everywhere. Some will make you laugh, some might...
06/19/2026

One thing you'll notice at Grandma's Parlor is that there are tin signs everywhere. Some will make you laugh, some might remind you of your grandmother, and some may bring back a memory you haven't thought about in years. They're scattered throughout the store like little pieces of personality—just waiting to be discovered.

And who knows? Maybe you'll find one that reminds you of someone special.

For me, it's the sign that says, "Underestimate Me, That'll Be Fun." Every time I see it, I think of my sister Cindy. 😊 She might just have to take that one home and hang it in her motorhome.

Which sign would you take home?

Help me decide! 🐷🐴Belgian horses may be the heart of Grandma's Parlor, but let's be honest... pigs were a part of my his...
06/15/2026

Help me decide! 🐷🐴
Belgian horses may be the heart of Grandma's Parlor, but let's be honest... pigs were a part of my history too, so this little guy is really tugging at my heart. ❤️

I found this vintage pig rocker, and an adult can actually sit on it! I can already picture my friend Jude and her friends stopping by for pig pictures. 😂📸

Should this little pig come home to Grandma's Parlor, or should I leave him behind?

One of the things you’ll notice at Grandma’s Parlor is that pigs seem to pop up everywhere! 🐷Which is funny, because whe...
06/11/2026

One of the things you’ll notice at Grandma’s Parlor is that pigs seem to pop up everywhere! 🐷

Which is funny, because when I was a little girl, my friend Dawn and I were chased by a sow and her babies. Dawn convinced me to scramble up a tree, where we hung on for dear life while that protective mama pig snorted below us.

You’d think that experience would have cured me of my love for pigs—but somehow, it didn’t! To this day, I still can’t explain why I’ve always been drawn to them.

So if you see a pig tucked into a display at Grandma’s Parlor, just know there’s a story behind it. ❤️

Here’s a little glimpse of what the counter looks like at Grandma’s Parlor.It isn’t just the store that’s filled with an...
06/08/2026

Here’s a little glimpse of what the counter looks like at Grandma’s Parlor.

It isn’t just the store that’s filled with antiques. Behind this counter are reminders of where we came from—a vintage cash register, old office tools, and pieces that tell the story of simpler times.

And if you’re wondering about that green Paymaster machine, it’s used to emboss the dollar amounts onto our gift certificates, adding one more old-fashioned touch to the experience. ❤️

At Grandma’s Parlor, even the everyday tasks are done with a nod to the past—a little reminder that some things are still worth doing the old-fashioned way.

Grandma’s Parlor
“Where roots run deep”

💙 A Little Sneak Peek from Grandma's Parlor 💙As we get closer to opening, I wanted to share one of the ways we'll be say...
05/29/2026

💙 A Little Sneak Peek from Grandma's Parlor 💙

As we get closer to opening, I wanted to share one of the ways we'll be saying "thank you" to the wonderful friends and family who are supporting this dream.

Introducing our Friends & Family Rewards Card! 🍇

When our special friends and family guests spend $50 or more, they'll receive a reward card worth $5 off a future purchase of $25 or more.

It's just a small way for Lynn and me to say how much we appreciate your encouragement, kindness, and support as Grandma's Parlor comes to life.

After all, Grandma's Parlor isn't just a store—it's about friendship, memories, and making people feel at home.

And yes... even our little Tojo (a.k.a. Pickle Pants) thinks you're royalty. ❤️

What do you think of the card design?

I picked up a very conservative console piano today. I originally thought I wanted a tall upright, but this one sounded ...
05/28/2026

I picked up a very conservative console piano today. I originally thought I wanted a tall upright, but this one sounded awesome and is a very well-taken-care-of piano. The tone was amazing, even without the high back. I really appreciate everyone’s advice about the baby grand piano too — I’m so glad I moved away from that idea. Now Grandma’s Parlor will still have the warm ambience and beautiful piano music I was hoping for.

I might even have my hubby build something special on the wall behind it to give it more of that grand, tall-upright look and make it feel even more like part of the parlor.

Now that Grandma’s Parlor has a piano, I’m curious… do any of my friends or followers play? 🎹

One of my dreams for the shop is to have that warm, old-fashioned parlor feeling where customers can browse while soft piano music plays in the background.

If you enjoy sitting down at a piano and playing for fun, I’d love to hear from you. Maybe someday you’d like to stop in, play a few songs, and help create a beautiful experience for visitors at Grandma’s Parlor. ❤️

I’ve been working on trying to figure out what to put on the back of this pantry shelf, so I found this cloth and draped...
05/28/2026

I’ve been working on trying to figure out what to put on the back of this pantry shelf, so I found this cloth and draped it across the back. I’m just loving it! 💕☕

What do you think? I’m starting to feel like Grandma’s Parlor may need an old-fashioned tea party with a bunch of friends someday. 🌸

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144 S. Main Street
Maquoketa, IA
52060

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+15633705815

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