The Bremerton Mercantile

12/19/2024

🎄 "Wrap It Up with Taffy Tidings" – Your LOCAL Last-Minute Shopping Shop! 🎁
Only 5 shopping days left ‘til Christmas! (We counted. You’re welcome. 😉)

Procrastinators, unite! It’s officially crunch time, and we’ve got the perfect way to finish your holiday shopping and score some festive goodies at The Bremerton Mercantile in downtown Bremerton!

🌟 Here are the Deals:
👉 25% OFF all Christmas-themed décor and ornaments when you spend $50 or more! 🎅 (Stock up on festive, local treasures before they’re gone.)
👉 FREEBIES GALORE! Spend $35 or more and get:
-A 6ft roll of festive wrapping paper to jazz up your gifts 🎁
-AND a ½ bag of Salt Water Taffy (your choice of 40 delicious flavors—seriously, there’s something for everyone 🍬)
-AND bring your receipt to Cups Espresso (just up the street) for a FREE espresso or hot cocoa drink of ANY size. ☕ (Yes, even the gigantic ones!)
⚠️ Important Fine Print: Supplies are limited! Freebies are while supplies last, and it’s one roll of wrapping paper + one taffy bag per transaction.

🛍 Why You Need to Stop By This Weekend:

We’ve got unique, thoughtful, and last-minute gifts that will blow your in-laws away (and help you avoid the dreaded “oh, socks again?” look).
You’ll support downtown Bremerton and keep our local shops thriving—because shopping local just feels good.
Let’s be honest… you can’t get THIS kind of personality, taffy selection, or free espresso on Amazon.

💖 From Our Family to Yours:
We are incredibly grateful to all the locals who shop with us and support family-owned businesses like ours. Your loyalty and love mean the world to us, and it’s because of YOU that we can continue to be here for many years to come. Thank you for making this season so special. ❤️

🚪 WHEN & WHERE:
🗓 Friday, December 20th – Tuesday, December 24th
⏰ Hours:

Weekdays: 10AM-8PM
Saturday: 12PM-8PM
Sunday: 12PM-6PM
Christmas Eve: 10AM-2PM (closing early for Santa’s arrival)
📍 402 Pacific Avenue, on the corner of 4th & Pacific
🎄 Don’t miss out—let’s Wrap It Up with Taffy Tidings together! Bring your holiday cheer (and maybe a shopping buddy), and let’s make this weekend the most festive finale ever. See you soon! 🛒✨

11/29/2024

🎉 Black Friday & Small Business Saturday DEALS! at The Bremerton Mercantile🎉
This weekend only, support our local small business and be treated to some deals!

We have 2 different deals running Fri 11/29 and Sat 11/30:
1) Spend $35-59 and get a FREE 1/2 bag of saltwater taffy (your choice of flavors)*
OR
2) Spend $60 or more and get a FREE lunch sandwich from Cups Espresso & Cafe just across the street (must be redeemed by next day valid only through Sunday 12/1)** Cups is open until 5pm Fri & Sun, and 5:30pm Sat 🤩

📅 When: Friday & Saturday (during regular hours 10:00am-8:00pm Friday and 12:00pm-8:00pm Saturday)
📍 Where: 402 Pacific Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337 (4th & Pacific near the Roxy Theatre). Free street parking.
😎 Tag your friends and plan a shopping date with free lunch date now!

Oh, and THANK YOU for your support of local small businesses like ours. We are here keeping dollars and jobs in our communities because of your support. We are humbly grateful for your patronage.



*Must spend between $35-59 to receive free 1/2 bag of saltwater taffy. Offer only good on 11/29-11/30/24. While supplies last. Cannot be combined with the spend $60 or more free Cups sandwich offer or any other offers that are running the same days.

**Must spend $60 or more to receive 1 free lunch sandwich from Cups Espresso & Cafe. Offer only good on 11/29-11/30/24, and can be redeemed at Cups until 5:00pm those days. While supplies last. Cannot be combined with the spend $35-59 free 1/2 bag of taffy offer or any other promotion that is running the same da

11/25/2024

🎉 Black Friday & Small Business Saturday DEALS! at The Bremerton Mercantile🎉
This weekend only, support our local small business and be treated to some deals!

We have 2 different deals running Fri 11/29 and Sat 11/30:
1) Spend $35-59 and get a FREE 1/2 bag of saltwater taffy (your choice of flavors)*
OR
2) Spend $60 or more and get a FREE lunch sandwich from Cups Espresso & Cafe just across the street (must be redeemed by next day valid only through Sunday 12/1)** Cups is open until 5pm Fri & Sun, and 5:30pm Sat 🤩

📅 When: Friday & Saturday (during regular hours 10:00am-8:00pm Friday and 12:00pm-8:00pm Saturday)
📍 Where: 402 Pacific Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337 (4th & Pacific near the Roxy Theatre). Free street parking.
😎 Tag your friends and plan a shopping date with free lunch date now!

Oh, and THANK YOU for your support of local small businesses like ours. We are here keeping dollars and jobs in our communities because of your support.



*Must spend between $35-59 to receive free 1/2 bag of saltwater taffy. Offer only good on 11/29-11/30/24. While supplies last. Cannot be combined with the spend $60 or more free Cups sandwich offer or any other offers that are running the same days.

**Must spend $60 or more to receive 1 free lunch sandwich from Cups Espresso & Cafe. Offer only good on 11/29-11/30/24, and can be redeemed at Cups until 5:00pm those days. While supplies last. Cannot be combined with the spend $35-59 free 1/2 bag of taffy offer or any other promotion that is running the same da

07/21/2024

Stop in and support a local Bremerton florist! Lacee’s arrangements are beautiful. Get one the next time you are downtown.

Go get some fresh flowers at one of our retail partners, or by the ferry. Mercantile has a cooler with adorable arrangements starting at $25 while Harborside has wraps ready to take home! Pick some up next time you're downtown!

06/12/2024

We are excited to have this exclusive, very limited offering of locally-made Large Ceramic Fish Chimes! These sturdy and gorgeous chimes are over a foot long and each is a truly a one-of-a-kind, unique combination of soft blue, green, brown, and white tones. The Mercantile special commissioned 6 fish for our customers months ago. Each chime takes several days to make by hand, and are the creation of a local young female artist, Shaylyn Slye, who lives in Union. These will not last long and we may not have more for some time.

Makes a unique Father's Day Gift for the fisherman in your life, but is also sure to bring joyful sounds and lasting beauty to any home's exterior. It will be the talk of guests. $349+tax. We will ship to any Washington State address for an additional $20.

Available exclusively for a limited time only in person or by phone at The Bremerton Mercantile. Located in the heart of downtown Bremerton at 402 Pacific Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337. Free street parking. Phone number: (360) 627-8627.

Range of colors is shown in the boxed photo. If calling in to purchase please specify a color tone you like and we will do our best to get you the one that best fits.

Shaylyn also makes lots of other pottery art & dishes! Check her out directly on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/shaylyn.slye

06/08/2024

❤A Week of Celebrating Local Brands we Love (and carry)! ❤ Today's featured brand: Kristan Franzen-Tiffany Artwork

🎨 Discover the Magical Mesmerizing Art of Kristan Franzen-Tiffany! 🌟

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kristan Franzen-Tiffany, a talented artist from Kingston, WA. At The Bremerton Mercantile, we proudly offer her stunning prints and popular greeting cards.

Why we love Kristan Franzen-Tiffany Artwork:

Local Talent: Kristan’s artwork captures the beauty of our region and around the world.
Heartwarming Origins: We discovered her greeting cards at a local print shop and knew we had to share her talent with you.
Family-Run: Kristan’s mom helps keep the operations running smoothly, making them a dynamic duo!

Stop by and bring a piece of Kristan’s beautiful watercolors into your home today! 🖼️💌

06/07/2024

☕ Free Coffee Just for Shopping? Yes, Please! 🎉 ❤A Week of Celebrating Local Brands we Love (and carry)! ❤ Today's featured brand: Cups Espresso & Cafes

Did you know? Our sister shop, Cups Espresso & Cafes Bremerton location, is directly across the street from The Bremerton Mercantile and offers a FREE 12-ounce house-made drink with any $35 or more purchase at The Bremerton Mercantile (every single day)?!?!. Shop local and enjoy a delicious treat on us!

Why we love Cups Espresso & Cafes (we are a little biased here on this one):

Perfect Pairing: Shop and sip for a delightful experience.
Local Favorites: Every location of Cups offers Seattle's own Caffe Umbria roasts.
Daily Perk: Free coffee every day with your Mercantile purchase.

Visit us first at 402 Pacific Ave, Bremerton, WA, and then enjoy your free drink at Cups across the street today! 🛍️☕

06/06/2024

❤A Week of Celebrating Local Brands we Love (and carry)! ❤ Today's featured brand: Spiva Cooking

🍽️ Spice Up Your Life with Spiva Cooking! 🌶️

Elevate your culinary game with handcrafted spices, rubs, salts, and teas from Spiva Cooking, a chef-owned small business just across the bridge from downtown Bremerton. Known for custom spice combinations and unique blends, Spiva Cooking is a must-have in your kitchen.

Why we love Spiva Cooking:

Handcrafted Excellence: Made with passion and precision.
Custom Creations: Get personalized blends for your unique taste.
Local Collaborations: Regularly teaming up with other local businesses for special offerings.

Stop by The Bremerton Mercantile at 402 Pacific Avenue in the heart of downtown Bremerton to add some flavor to your life! 🍴🛍️ And check out Spiva's own shop at 702 Lebo Blvd, Bremerton, WA 98310 afterward for more of their products in person.

06/05/2024

❤A Week of Celebrating Local Brands we Love (and carry)! ❤ Today's featured brand: Fingers Duke

🎨 Wear Your Art with Fingers Duke! 👕

Show off your local pride with Bremerton-labeled apparel from Fingers Duke, a woman-owned printing shop & design studio located in downtown Bremerton (very close to The Mercantile!). Specializing in apparel printing, graphic design (and more!) Fingers Duke apparel regularly features everything from stunning original artwork to simple designs from many local talented artists.

Why we love Fingers Duke:

Local Art: Celebrate local talent with unique designs.
High-Quality Printing: Top-notch printing that lasts!!
Woman-Owned: Supporting a business that uplifts local female entrepreneurs.

Discover your next favorite t-shirt at The Bremerton Mercantile today! 🛒✨ We are located on the corner of 4th & Pacific in the heart of downtown Bremerton.
And while you are visiting us, plan to walk just across the street to visit the Fingers Duke shop in person for a larger assortment of their current apparel for purchase.

You can also request custom print & design jobs on their website: fingersduke.com

06/04/2024

❤A Week of Celebrating Local Brands we Love (and carry)! ❤ Today's featured brand: Amy's Decadent Chocolates!

🍫 Indulge in Bliss with Amy's Decadent Chocolates! 🌟

Treat yourself to the award-winning handcrafted chocolates from Amy's Decadent Chocolates, a woman-owned small business right here in Bremerton! From dark chocolate peanut butter cups to other mouthwatering delights, each piece is a bite of perfection.

Why we love Amy's Decadent Chocolates:

Local & Award-Winning: Proudly crafted in Bremerton, these chocolates have won hearts and awards.
Handcrafted Quality: Every piece is made with love and the finest ingredients.
Woman-Owned: Supporting Amy's Decadent Chocolates means supporting a local woman-owned business.

Visit us at The Bremerton Mercantile on the corner of 4th & Pacific in the heart of downtown Bremerton and indulge in a sweet treat today! 🍬🛍️

And while in Bremerton, catch Amy and her team making the treats real time at the shop at 2801 6th St, Bremerton, WA 98312

06/03/2024

❤At The Bremerton Mercantile we are featuring Local Brands We Love (and carry)! all week❤ First up, FROG Soap - A Sustainability Company

🐸 Dive into Simple Luxury with F.R.O.G. Soap! 🧼✨

At The Bremerton Mercantile, we’re proud to carry F.R.O.G. Soap products, a gem from our very own downtown Bremerton! This woman-owned small business crafts beautiful, eco-friendly soaps (and more) that are perfect for pampering yourself or gifting to someone special. 🌿💚

Why we love F.R.O.G. Soap:

Handcrafted Excellence: Each bar is lovingly made with natural ingredients.
Eco-Friendly: Committed to sustainability, F.R.O.G. Soap uses environmentally friendly practices.
Support Local: By choosing F.R.O.G. Soap, you’re supporting a local woman-owned business and our community.

Come visit us at 4th & Pacific in the heart of downtown Bremerton (402 Pacific Ave, Bremerton, WA) and treat yourself to the best in local skincare. Your skin and our community will thank you! While you're at it, head up the street a few blocks and check out F.R.O.G. Soap's retail shop filled with delightful smells and handmade treasures.😊🛍️

05/25/2024

Check this out, our popular family-owned neighboring shop has expanded their hours for the summer! Come visit us and be sure to stop in at Vulca, the Smug Etruscan, LLC to support local small businesses - you are guaranteed to find some yummy at Vulca’s and something fun at The Bremerton Mercantile. Don’t forget everyone’s favorite Indy bookshop Ballast Book Company, coffee and house-made goodies at Cups Espresso & Cafes, the best little pet store in town (with a very large assortment) Gastro Pup all just across the street. Hooray for summer!!

Here it is, folks, the big announcement :-)

beginning June 1.

05/06/2024

We’re celebrating Teachers! Come in to The Bremerton Mercantile to get 10% off this whole week. We appreciate you and your hard work!

03/03/2024

We are adjusting our Sunday hours starting today! 1pm - 6pm. Monday-Saturday is still 9:30am - 9:00 pm. Stop in everyday and get a free espresso drink from Cups Espresso & Cafe across the street when you spend $35 or more. We are located on the corner of 4th & Pacific in downtown Bremerton. Free street parking.

02/02/2024

It's our anniversary! And tomorrow is the Bremerton First Friday Art Walk! To celebrate we are holding a storewide BOGO25 sale all weekend Friday 2/2 - Sunday 2/4/24! Save 25% on a 2nd item when buying 2 of anything in the store (excluding Lego). Mix and match things like candles, decor, snacks, toys, and more! Discount applies to the cheaper item. Limit 1 item at 25% off. BONUS GIFT WITH PURCHASE: Everyday, when you spent $35 or more at The Bremerton Mercantile you can use your receipt directly across the street at Cups Espresso & Cafes to get a FREE house made drink of choice! If you haven't visited our fun little shop recently, stop in to see what is new and take advantage of our sale & GWP.

Also, our sister shop Cups Espresso & Cafes has new wall art by BriAnne Waite and will be offering 10% off its full menu AND a free scoop of ice cream with every purchase tomorrow night (Friday 2/2) from 5pm to 8pm for First Friday Art Walk.

Stop in tomorrow and check out the art and other activities downtown or come this weekend and see what's new downtown!

Downtown Bremerton Downtown Bremerton Association (DBA)

01/03/2024