Meet the East Ridge Antiques District’s newest shoppe

Kelley Mitts holds a mason jar while standing outside her new vintage and antiques store, the Mason Jar Mercantile. Mitts' sister-in-law came up with the name after Mitts said she envisioned a phrase that would portray "drinking sweet tea on the front porch, rocking." (Staff photo by Myron Madden) Kelley Mitts holds a mason jar while standing outside her new vintage and antiques store, the Mason Jar Mercantile. Mitts' sister-in-law came up with the name after Mitts said she envisioned a phrase that would portray "drinking sweet tea on the front porch, rocking." (Staff photo by Myron Madden)

By Compiled by Myron Madden October 12, 2016 2 min read

Kelley Mitts holds a mason jar while standing outside her new vintage and antiques store, the Mason Jar Mercantile. Mitts’ sister-in-law came up with the name after Mitts said she envisioned a phrase that would portray “drinking sweet tea on the front porch, rocking.” (Staff photo by Myron Madden)

The Mason Jar Mercantile features an eclectic selection of antiques and vintage items. (Contributed photo by Kelley Mitts)

Name: The Mason Jar Mercantile

Owner: Kelley Mitts, previous co-owner of Vintage and More on Dayton Boulevard in Red Bank.

Opened: On Aug. 16, after Mitts and her previous partner sold the business in Red Bank.

Located: In the East Ridge Antiques District at 6503 Slater Road. “We’ve got great neighbors!” Mitts said.

Goodies: The store houses 12 vendors, each with their own eclectic vibe. Offerings include antique and vintage furniture, custom and handmade woodwork items, upcycled lighting, new and vintage décor and vintage costume jewelry.