Studio Ric Rak

Super sweet retro swag!
This is a cute little «bric-​à-​brac» shop located in the heart of the Tosa village. We stumbled in here during Tosa Fest and were transformed to kids in a candy store. The tiny place is chocked full of nifty little collectables, bar ware, girly things and in general, things from my childhood, and all at great prices! We are outfitting our new house and found lots of chockees here. We met the owner who was very nice and appropriately eccentric. Exactly what you might expect. I know that once we get settled, all of the nooks and crannies in the new house will be filled with nic nacs from Studio Rick Rac.

This vintage shop is below street level on State in Tosa (former Twirly Birds space), so you might miss it. That would be a shame, because they’ve got great stuff!
We stopped in during Tosa Fest and found a small but well curated space full of vintage treasures at great prices. Think Mad Men mid century awesome — not furniture, but amazing barware, accessories and handbags. Everything was in great condition and the prices were more than fair. There’s something for everyone — from a set of Bobbsey Twins books to an amazing bowling bag (seriously considered buying and converting to a handbag).
As a bonus, the owner is great — we chatted for a bit and she knows her stuff! The Mister scored the BEST bar clock — words do not do it justice so see the photo. Who doesn’t want a clock/​accordion/​stein combo? The price of this masterpiece? TWELVE BUCKS.
Check this place out. You’re welcome, Milwaukee.