The corner storefront on 3rd and Pine in Easton has moved through incarnations of antique shop over the years before stretching new wings as the butterfly that is the Belleville Market. Modeled on the Belleville neighborhood in Paris known for its outdoor markets and street art, this shopping experience is the work of Domaci Home’s Derrick and Warren Clark, who envision a one-stop shop for the perusal and purchase of unique gifts and goods.
Independently owned small businesses have a foothold in front of shoppers in 40-plus booths and showcases at Belleville, giving those with no brick-and-mortar location a physical presence, and some established businesses a secondary location to sell from. For up and coming entrepreneurs, it’s an opportunity to run with a great pack. “In that way,” Warren says, “we hope to be a sort of small business incubator.” Not only will shoppers find a menagerie of local creators’, curators’ and collectors’ wares, the space includes the loft-level Atelier, a leasable workshop and event space. This flexible space carries the vintage vibe of Belleville to private events such as showers or birthday parties, and the Clarks anticipate plenty of creative workshops like floral design, paint and sips, or hand-building pottery. It’s easy to see how Belleville Market brings people, art and commerce together.
The diversity of the shopping experience can’t be overstated. From the handmade to the painstakingly restored, from the edible import to the alive-and-leafy potted plant, from the ornamental to the interactive, the merchandise from Belleville’s sellers runs a vibrant gamut that continues to evolve. Here are just 10 of the many merchants for your browsing bliss.
Domaci
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Anchoring it all is the new HQ of Domaci, the elegant yet down-to-earth home goods store that first got its footing in Bethlehem when it became a furnishings fixture in 2015. The first sight to behold upon entering Belleville is Domaci’s set-up of carefully curated home décor and everyday essentials. A revolving assortment of furniture offerings fills the display window, with more to peruse in the Domaci Studio located in Belleville’s upstairs loft. These pieces are built to last: cozy, classic and timeless, with the potential to populate the antique stores of tomorrow!
Steel City Plant Co.
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Plant parents are a special breed, and will make a beeline to Steel City’s proffered house plants, supplies and “plantcessories” as soon as they walk into Belleville. While owner Angela Stein loves bringing the plant-loving community together, she’s also devoted to making the purchase and care of plants accessible to all: “We’ve created our own custom plant-care guide to help you keep your babies thriving!” Don’t worry about conflicts with furry family members; Steel City’s specialty is pet-friendly houseplants so everyone can enjoy the timeless grace of greenery in safety.
Rascal Salvage Vintage
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Foraging for the quirky vintage treasures that give them glee is what brought Michele and Rob together. Their High Bridge, NJ, store is stocked with hand-picked collectibles, vintage vinyl and 70s clothing, toys from your own and prior childhoods and much, much more—and now so in their location at Belleville! With a strong nostalgia for midcentury artifacts, they offer an ever-tumbling kaleidoscope of found objects and décor to reminisce over or discover. “Every time that we can teach someone’s kid how to use a rotary telephone or have them completely enthralled with a View-Master, well, that’s a victory!”
Cottage & Bloom
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White, natural wood and pops of green foliage compose the palette of Cottage & Bloom’s décor. “Your home should feel peaceful and comfortable and be a haven to relax from the stresses of the world,” says owner Sheri Reaser. A mantel built into the original Emmaus shop and now the Belleville space showcases her passion for creating a beautiful focal point. From candles and kitchen accessories to pillows and blankets, the collection meshes well with a variety of styles, especially if you love Cottage & Bloom’s cozy-casual European cottage aesthetic. Stop in and get inspired to create your dream space!
Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar
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Fat and acid are two foundational elements of good cooking, epitomized by rich olive oil and tangy vinegar. Along with Seasons’ variety of pestos, pastas, olives and other ethically sourced delights, it’s easy to enhance any dish to luxurious levels. At their Belleville location, sample Seasons’ famous array of olive oils infused with garlic, chili or fruit essences, traditional balsamic vinegar aged to perfection as well as fruit-infused, and get ready to drizzle and emulsify your way to success. Grab a gift basket of this kitchen gold: the foodie in your life will be floored.
French Patina Co.
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This collection of old-world charm has been glimmering out of Easton like a hidden gem through two name changes on the storefront. Now owner Anna Maria Peterson finds her French-inspired curation of antiques auspiciously at home in Belleville. “It was inspired by my visit to the Palace of Versailles in 1999,” she says, “and that one glimpse at the Hall of Mirrors.” The sparkle and opulence of the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries in France is reflected in the mirrors, furnishings and fancies ready to bewitch you to another time.
Notch + Notion
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Caitlin Leggett, creator of Notch and Notion’s upcycled accessories, combines her background in the fashion industry with a passion for sustainability to populate her place at Belleville with one-of-a-kind creations. “I love vintage prints, retro silhouettes, bright colors and nature,” she says, “so shoppers will see that reflected in each piece.” From the tote bags made from vintage cross-stitchings to magnets made from magazine cutouts, the traces and textiles of yesterday find new life in finely made items. Stop in for a velvet pillow or a scrap scrunchie that won’t hurt the earth.
Harmony Girl Charm
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The mother-daughter team behind Harmony Girl Charm started painting furniture together over a decade ago and built this creativity into a business where they share the vintage finds and furnishings that bring them joy. At Kristin and Teresa’s booth at Belleville you’ll find updated heirlooms, resin ocean creations like charcuterie boards and coasters, and a full line of Fusion Mineral Paint—their favorite for bringing new life into a refinishing project. “We encourage people to take the leap and freshen something up in their home,” says Kristin. “They won’t be able to stop.”
Husted Home
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Third-generation woodworker Matt Husted turns wood into wonders, proudly sourced right here in southeastern Pennsylvania. The black walnut, maple, cherry, sycamore and locust that you’ll see gleaming from Husted Home’s Belleville booth is sourced from salvaged trees and milled themselves, keeping material as local and eco-friendly as possible. From the bowls, boards and rolling pins you can wield in your kitchen to the custom furniture and keepsakes Matt is game to create, Husted Home products look to last for generations, not unlike the trees they’re made from. For an example of custom signage look no further than the elegant Belleville Market sign behind the counter.
An Adventure Awaits
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When you’re not traveling, you’re spending a lot of time thinking and Googling about where to go next. An Adventure Awaits is for you. Kailey and Jeff’s Push Pin Maps help enshrine memories and ambitions of wanderlust while looking sleek on the wall. Use colored pins to pinpoint where you’ve been and the dream destinations in your sights. Prints, mugs and stickers on the same theme fill out their inventory with perfect gifts for the perpetual passport-wielder. Kailey and Jeff are headed to Portugal in the fall—what’s on your bucket list?
Published as “Your Guide to the Belleville Market: Bringing People, Art & Commerce Together” in the September 2023 edition of Lehigh Valley Style magazine.
