I have a secret to tell you, but you have to promise not to tell anyone else, okay? Okay. I am a bit of a thrifting queen/legend and LOVE to search high and low for the best treasures at the best prices, so you can imagine my excitement when I discovered that the best finds do not come from the big city, but a little known-area in northeast Colorado. Where, you ask? Well…

Please note, The French Corner is temporarily closed. 

Located near Greeley in northeast Colorado is the small town of Ault…

Wikimedia Commons Ault is a unique little historic railroad town that is now renowned for its thriving agriculture scene.

…and the town of Eaton, which sit less than five miles apart from one another, making them both easily accessible for this treasure hunt of sorts!

GoogleMaps/HeyNowTV Eaton is a bit larger than Ault (with a population of nearly 5,000 compared Ault’s fewer than 2,000 residents) and is also an important agriculture hub, which accounts for roughly 12% of the town’s workforce.

Why would we recommend thrifting around these two small towns? For starters, they are both home to a number of thrift stores and antique shops, including the chic French Corner…

The French Corner Facebook This ain’t your average flea market-inspired antique shop! The French Corner is a Parisian heaven-on-earth that sells beautiful decor and hard-to-find pieces.

The French Corner Facebook You’ll have to plan ahead to visit this darling place, as it is open by appointment only and for special events, one of which is coming up in Fall 2018. For more information, visit their website here. The shop is located at 108 Oak Ave., Eaton, CO 80615.

…Junk ‘n’ Joe Flea Market & Coffee Shop…

Junk-N-Joe Facebook

Junk-N-Joe Facebook Please note, Junk ‘n’ Joe Flea Market & Coffee Shop is no longer in business.
It’s not just hidden gems here, folks, as this unique little flea market also serves up delicious coffee from an on-site cafe. Junk ’n’ Joe is located at 226 East 1st St., Ault, CO 80610.

…Alley Arts and Collectibles…

Alley Arts & Collectibles, LLC Facebook

Alley Arts & Collectibles, LLC Facebook I’ll take one of everything from this iconic Eaton shop, please! It’s located at 122 Oak Ave., Eaton, CO 80615.

…and Blooms & Heirlooms.

Blooms & Heirlooms Facebook

Blooms & Heirlooms Facebook Please note, Blooms & Heirlooms is no longer in business.
Located in Ault, Blooms & Heirlooms has everything from rustic to refined, including home decor, one-of-a-kind gifts, vintage cookware, and - as the name suggests - colorful floral arrangements. You’ll find the shop at 120 1st St., Ault, CO 80610.

While you’re visiting these small communities, be sure to carve out time to also check out the rest of the area, as small towns = home-cooked diners, friendly residents, and unique photo opportunities!

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Ault is a unique little historic railroad town that is now renowned for its thriving agriculture scene.

GoogleMaps/HeyNowTV

Eaton is a bit larger than Ault (with a population of nearly 5,000 compared Ault’s fewer than 2,000 residents) and is also an important agriculture hub, which accounts for roughly 12% of the town’s workforce.

The French Corner Facebook

This ain’t your average flea market-inspired antique shop! The French Corner is a Parisian heaven-on-earth that sells beautiful decor and hard-to-find pieces.

You’ll have to plan ahead to visit this darling place, as it is open by appointment only and for special events, one of which is coming up in Fall 2018. For more information, visit their website here. The shop is located at 108 Oak Ave., Eaton, CO 80615.

Junk-N-Joe Facebook

Please note, Junk ‘n’ Joe Flea Market & Coffee Shop is no longer in business.
It’s not just hidden gems here, folks, as this unique little flea market also serves up delicious coffee from an on-site cafe. Junk ’n’ Joe is located at 226 East 1st St., Ault, CO 80610.

Alley Arts & Collectibles, LLC Facebook

I’ll take one of everything from this iconic Eaton shop, please! It’s located at 122 Oak Ave., Eaton, CO 80615.

Blooms & Heirlooms Facebook

Please note, Blooms & Heirlooms is no longer in business.
Located in Ault, Blooms & Heirlooms has everything from rustic to refined, including home decor, one-of-a-kind gifts, vintage cookware, and - as the name suggests - colorful floral arrangements. You’ll find the shop at 120 1st St., Ault, CO 80610.

Discover even more antiquing goodness by clicking The Tiny Town In Colorado That’s Absolute Heaven If You Love Antiquing.

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