About the stores:
 Picture from grand opening day, Jan. 3, 2015 at our
HQ, Vinterest in Hixson, Tenn.
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Vinterest currently has a total of 3 locations.
Find 2 awesome stores in the Chattanooga, Tenn. area, and our newest in Nashville. Shop an eclectic mix of old, new, up-cycled, recycled, current trends and more! Vinterest is often described as "Etsy in real life" or as if "Pinterest has come alive," (although we have no affiliation.) Locally owned and operated! |
About our Team:
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The excellent staff and vendors are what sets Vinterest Antiques apart from other retailers in the area. Our team spans from ages 17 to 70(ish.)
ABOUT OUR VENDORS: We hope that when you come and shop with us, you will notice the great pride our vendors take in their booths to provide you with sought after products in a nice, relaxing atmosphere. Many vendors have "named" their spaces so that you can interact with them on Facebook and other social media sites. Be sure to follow your favorites!! Click HERE to apply to be a vendor. ABOUT OUR STAFF: Separate from our vendors is our sales and service staff who take care of the daily operations of the store. Our staff members are like family, and some are! This winning and diverse team ranges from students in high school to retirees seeking an additional income. We are always accepting applications to join our staff. If you are interested in joining our growing family, please apply HERE. |
Owners Paul & Kat Schurer pose with several staff and vendors at 2017's Times Free Press, "Best of the Best" awards ceremony.
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Join our Staff! APPLY HERE.
About the owners:
VInterest owners, Paul & Kat Schurer
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Paul and Katherine (Kat) Schurer are the founders, owners/operators and the creative minds of Vinterest. This husband/wife duo stepped away from corporate world completely in 2014 to found and launch Vinterest Antiques, which earned over $1M in sales first year and broke $2M in sales in 2017 (their 3rd year of being open.)
Prior to Vinterest, they were the founders of University Pickers (located in Huntsville, Ala.,) which is still successfully operating today under new ownership. Both Paul and Kat come from an extensive background in retail management. Alumni of Maryville College and previous Regional Manager for a large big-box retail organization, Kat has the deep passion in DIY projects and vintage goods. As a previous bar/restaurant owner and Sales and Territory Manager, Paul has the carpentry skills, uncanny eye for understanding how to maximize retail space, and tons of lovable "Paul-isms" that has made him a Vinterest icon of sorts. Now, with several successful business launches under their belts, Paul and Kat have had the privilege to coach and mentor many other store owners in several southern states. Want to know a little more? Kat has a blog! Find her "going for broke" story, and several other "off the cusp" stories HERE. |
...and our shop Dog:
Meet Lilman, who is the rising star of Vinterest. On any given day of the week, you might find this 15/16 year old (and going strong) rescued Chihuahua resting on the sales counter in his cozy bed. Shop his "Shop Dog Market" to find "Lilman-insprired" goods such as handmade dog collars, locally crafted dog treats, cute dog decor and more! (UPDATE: LIlman crossed the rainbow bridge in Sept. 2020, providing joy to thousands of vistors. He passed away of natural causes, at the approximate age of 18.)
Vinterest is a dog-friendly shopping environment, so feel free to bring your fur babies along!
Vinterest is a dog-friendly shopping environment, so feel free to bring your fur babies along!
Get in touch
General Questions or comments: info@vinterestantiques.com
Dealer Information: Dealer@vinterestantiques.com
Paul Schurer: Paul@vinterestantiques.com
Kat Schurer: Katherine@vinterestantiques.com
Media inquiries: Katherine@vinterestantiques.com