(Especially with a give away!)
Amidst the nutcrackers and giant pretzels of Leavenworth, Washington, you will find Mapel, a shop offering you something you’ll be happy and proud to claim as your souvenir from the Alpine village (quite unlike that pair of green lederhosen that somehow pulled you in).
During Christmas vacation, we made a day trip to the town in Eastern Washington, and as we traipsed the cold streets after dinner, Mapel’s purple lamp shades and pillows caught our eyes and drew us right in. Inside we found name brands, beautiful hand made things, even some men and baby items, and an adorable Staci Stevens, who opened Mapel two years ago because… basically, it was destiny, she says.
Stevens, left, with business partner, Landgraf.
With an entire family of self-employed go-getters, Stevens knew owning her own business had to be in the cards and after life took her down the path of a degree in fashion and work in clothing retail, she knew a boutique was just the fit. It helped too, that Sevens found a perfect business partner in her friend Jenelle Landgraf when they crossed paths working in Seattle. The terrifically in-vogue team runs their brick and mortar shop (617 Front St., Leavenworth, WA 509.548.5225) as well as their online component (shopmapel.com), all under the philosophy that “Fashion is sweet”.
They offer customers a special treat with their purchase: one of their signature truffles (made by a local chocolatier) as well as some other equally tempting delights, free shipping being a big one, and a daily happy hour online from 2-6. The “menu” is different every day, Stevens says, with charming perks like 40% off handbags, or $10 off that shirt you fell in love with.
In addition to the popular big name brands like 7 Jeans, Stevens says she is devoted to offering small labels by up-and-coming designers. Names like Champagne Lace, Velana K and Melanie Renee Design are a few that joined Mapel’s collection just last year.
So, if you’ve got a skiing trip to Leavenworth in the works, Mapel is simply not to be missed. And even if you never make it to the Bavarian town, skibble right over to their online store and enjoy sweet rewards for having good taste in fashion.
Good news!
Mapel is offering a give away to Pink Peppers readers! Just mention this story with a link on your facebook, your blog or tell a friend about it via email (let us know you did in your comment below) and you’ll be entered to win this gorgeous Stevie Wrap by Alternative in whatever color and size you’d like!
Comments welcome until 5 p.m. Sunday, January 10– winner to be announced Monday, January 11!
E-mailed my fashion savvy sisters to check out shopmapel.com!
I love this store and I emailed out links to your blog and the store since I’m still in the dark ages not having a blog or facebook page.
Rachel, you’re in!
I ordered some things from Mapel and it was like having a birthday in a box. The items came with an origami-like blue box with a truffle in it and a cute postcard.
And FREE shipping!
Looks like I’m going to have to get up to Leavenworth one of these days … posted on FB!
I posted the link on facebook! What a fun store, I might just have to plan a trip to Leavenworth now!
I will definitely look for this store when in Leavenworth. These gals have a great marketing savvy! They will do well!
That looks like such a neat boutique! When I get out there eventually you all will have to take me =) -and I put it up on FB
I just now transferred this blog to my facebook account for all Cindy Barley friends to view. This may be a slow go for I am an occaisonal FBer and not a daily FBer. However the news is out there about this oasis in the fashion desert of GAP and LOFT and AMERICAN EAGLE and all the other merchandisers that appear in every town with the same goods so that we can all look like clones following melodies of the global, fashionista pied pipers.
I’ve posted on FB! What a wonderfully quaint shop that looks like. I too am looking forward to visiting it when I make my way west. Here’s hoping I win!!
I posted on Facebook. Can I please have my wrap now? :)
I have to say I just ordered a pair of Havianas. As one who lives in tanks and flip-flops all summer, I am totally jazzed about getting them. I had a friend who picked me up a pair when she was in Brazil and they have lasted forever. Mapel has some on sale for amazing prices.
Havianas are definately worth the extra $$$ for rubber flops…..I’ll check out what shopmapel.com has to offer. What a nice way to promo this!!! I’m passing on to several in my address book……because I’m also in dark ages…….no Facebook!!!
Hi girls! I too posted on my blog and facebook. Leavenworth is fun and I remember stopping at this savvy little shop. Good job!
Becky
This post is now in my FB status message.
I’ve never won anything before, ever. I hope this will be my first time. Meghan can tell you how much I need this, LOL.
What a cute shop! And wrap! =) Just shared this link with a good friend who also loves charming little shops! Thanks for sharing!
Totally cute shop,you girls have great taste. Thanks for all the tips on how to be more fashionable!!! I linked on FB
I just sent out a bunch of e-mails to my eastern Washington e-mail groups, too. :)
I also informed my daughter.
Oooh La La! I <3 boutiques and yours looks divine. :) You have been linked to on Facebook and my blog (if I get to it this afternoon). Hoping I stop by in person one of these days.
Hey just emailed my step-sister the link. Cute top hope I get it!!
Emailed my fam! They’ll love it.
This is gorgeous! E-mailed my sister. :-)
I tweeted it. Hope that counts. I can almost picture myself wearing it…
http://angiebrennan.com/images/AngieBlog/wrap.jpg
Now if only I could get that model’s figure to go with it.
Thanks Becky and Cindy for showing me a great new place to shop. Submitted to my facebook account too, and told my daughter to check out a great new online fashion resource!
I posted the link on facebook with a tribute to my awesome cousins!!
I told a friend via email!
Fashion is indeed fun eve more so when free! My facebook page was all too happy to participate.
I put this up on Facebook and emailed this to my mom, who lives in Winthrop. Just two hours north of Leavenworth.
You hit the jackpot on this one! I’d love to go there someday…I’m inspired, let’s open a boutique!
Whoops, AND my facebook has your name written all over it =)
Oooh! the wrap is gorgeous! I’m posting this on my Facebook.
Looks like a snazzy little shop! I emailed my sisters who love Leavenworth as much as I do.
Facebook AND email! Bada-bing! LOVE the Stevie Wrap.
I emailed my family who live in Ephrata which is just a short drive to Leavenworth. I’m definitely checking out your store next time I’m in Leavenworth!!
My sister emailed me about this! Too bad she isn’t eligible! This looks like your most popular contest so far! Good luck with it!
Posted it on FB :D
Just posted to my FB. Darling shop! Love the wrap – would be so cozy for this blustery weather!
Emailed my mom. She’s a shopper and will love Mapel’s. Thanks for a chance to win a wonderful wrap.
E-mailed three good friends who will be sure to check out the shop!
Gorgeous sweater!! I’ll post to my facebook for all my fellow procrastinators :)
I love it–great color!
What a cute shop; love the graphics.
E-mailed my 3 daughters I think I am too late for the wrap giveaway, but I guess I could always purchase one.
I put this on my facebook page! I love your store.. and actually plan to be there next month when we are visiting! :-) What a fun chance to win a CUTE wrap!!