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Michelle Cardillo loves vintage items because they all have a story. Four years ago, she started an Etsy page focused on sharing that love of vintage items and handmade goods. That is how Peace Barn was born.

These days, the shop isn't just a virtual entity. Cardillo worked to open a retail space in Flint where shoppers can come and peruse retro goods and handmade products in person.

"I've always felt a strong connection to Downtown Flint and the Flint area and wanted to give back in a unique way," Cardillo wrote in an email to MLive.

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Peace Barn is located in the Paterson Building, 109 E. Third, in downtown Flint. Inside, you'll find goods that Cardillo found herself, along with donated items, handmade goods, consignment items and products from local vendors.

The shop is open from noon until 3 p.m. every Saturday and by appointment.

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The shop also opens from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. every second Friday for Artwalk, a community event that includes live music, food and art auctions. If you stop into Peace Barn during the monthly event, you can treat yourself to snacks and a free flower crown.

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According to Cardillo, the most popular items here are macramé plant hangers, vinyl records and cassette tapes.

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"In addition to my own creations, I have three different vendors who offer unique hippie and retro-style clothing and purses, antique toys, bohemian-style home décor, crocheted mandala pillows and artwork," Cardillo explained.

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Donations are accepted at Peace Barn and if you brings in goods, you get a discount on your purchase.

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Here's a look at some of the other goodies you'll find when shopping at Peace Barn:

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