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Josephine + Mim

A Michigan based online boutique featuring a carefully purveyed collection of goods; handmade + vintage + new

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A bit more about me…the owner of Josephine + Mim

I’ve always wanted to own my own business. When I was a little girl, I would play “store” and “office”. My mom found a letter I had written to myself in 8th grade; I carry it with me in my planner. I said I was going to go to college (check), major in marketing (nope), get my bachelor’s degree (check) and then own my own business (check). I didn’t major in marketing; I majored in Textile & Apparel Studies with a concentration in Fashion Merchandising. Right out of college, there was discussion about me starting my own clothing boutique, but instead I helped to open and operate my families fabric store for a number of years before venturing off into the corporate work briefly. 

Fast forward a few years (ok, 18 years) and I finally own my own business. It started as a hobby, while my husband was working third shift and I was working a corporate job in the financial industry (a far cry from retail, to be sure). A somewhat unexpected departure from said corporate job found me taking an opportunity back at the family business and open time in my schedule to grow Josephine + Mim. On November 1, 2015, Josephine + Mim officially opened for business when I launched my Etsy shop (I still have my Etsy shop, you can visit it here). I participated in pop-up markets across Michigan and dabbled in consigning my handmade and carefully selected vintage goods in local West Michigan stores. 

Below is a photo of the very first booth I had ever had at a Pop-Up Market.

A photo of a pop-up market space setup

Currently (October 2020), I’ve launched my own shop-able website where I also sell my handmade and vintage items (shop here), but this opportunity will allow me to also incorporate new goods from quality companies and makers.

Contrary to what is taught to us in retail, you’ll only find goods that I love and would personally have in my own home. My mission is to help you create a cozy, comfy home environment. Where the physical items are things you love; collected over time, new and old, but in the end they become part of your story.

I’d like to invite you to subscribe to our e-mail mailing list. If you’re like me, you are quite protective of you email, so as my thanks you’ll immediately receive a coupon for 15% your order (use it in the Etsy shop or our webstore). I promise I will never sell your information and I won’t bombard you with multiple emails per day (only 1-2 times a week).

You can also find me online on Facebook, Instagram and occasionally, Pinterest.

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Hi there! I'm Christine; founder & owner of Josephine + Mim. Fueled with passion, faith & caffeine, I look forward to helping you create a cozy home space with a carefully curated selection of goods; new, old and made.

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Vintage punch cups make the best succulent planter Vintage punch cups make the best succulent planters. This cutie is available in the shop.
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As of Oct 1 my shop inside the KalamazooKitty Mark As of Oct 1 my shop inside the KalamazooKitty Marketplace is closed (you will find a new vendor has taken over the space if you visit). It was not an easy decision, but I’ve been burning the candle at both ends for a while and it was time to start saying ‘No’ and taking some things off my plate. Even the successful things.

I have been blessed to have had this business for almost 6 years. I’m in a season of transition personally and naturally the business is now in a season of transition. 

Currently, you can shop select vintage and handmade goods in my Etsy shop. I’ll be adding inventory weekly.

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I am always grateful and humbled by your support of my small business. Thank you.

With gratitude,

Christine
Founder|Owner, Josephine + Mim

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Today and tomorrow are your last days to shop our Today and tomorrow are your last days to shop our Summer Sale at Josephine + Mim at the KalamazooKitty Marketplace.

20% off Sweeter Cards and other select merchandise. 

50% off select pillows and other select items.

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🍁All remaining clothing in the shop, including 🍁All remaining clothing in the shop, including this fun animal print top is 50% off. In-store only! Sale ends Sept 30.

Fall Fest this Saturday, September 25. Shop vendors inside and out. 

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Portage, MI 49024

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Fall Fest is happening this weekend at the Kalamaz Fall Fest is happening this weekend at the KalamazooKitty Marketplace. Saturday 10am-6pm. 

Also, our Summer Sale is winding down. Stop in and save 20% or 50% off select items. Sale ends September 30.

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I have two of these amazing display tables in my s I have two of these amazing display tables in my shop and they’re both for sale! 

These would be great in a main living area for storing pillows and blankets on the bottom shelf or kids playroom for storing stuffed animals and other toys. 

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KalamazooKitty Marketplace
581 Romence Rd
Portage, MI 49024

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Have you stopped into our shop at the KalamazooKit Have you stopped into our shop at the KalamazooKitty Marketplace lately? We’re having a Summer Sale and you can find so many things marked down to 20% or 50% off!

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I wasn’t going to make an official announcement. I wasn’t going to make an official announcement.  However, I’ve reversed my decision. September 30 will be the last day to shop Josephine + Mim at the KalamazooKitty Marketplace. I’ll also be taking a small break to rest, reflect and reset my online shop. The online shop will reopen on October 2, 2021 with all kinds of fun goods. Lots of pumpkins, all ready to ship. If you’ve shopped my space locally, your support has been so appreciated and I hope you’ll shop online. If the right opportunity presents itself, I may return to a retail space near you. If you’ve shopped online, your support is also appreciated and I look forward to serving you again very soon. 

With gratitude,

Christine, Founder|Owner
Josephine + Mim
Thank you for supporting local and small small bus Thank you for supporting local and small small business. 

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Portage, MI 49024

Tues - Sat 10am-6pm

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So much stuff on sale. More markdowns taken yester So much stuff on sale. More markdowns taken yesterday. Save 20% and 50% off during our Summer Sale!

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