WorKS Kennett Square

WorKS Kennett Square
Neighborhood: Kennett Square, PA
Vibe: Industrial chic, eclectic, artisanal
Good for: Vintage goods, homeware, handmade jewelry, leather goods, children's items, gifts

WorKS first caught my eye on Instagram when Philly Mag shared a snapshot of their interior. The photo was simple, depicting a few bookshelf displays with various candles, soaps, lotions and flowers dispersed throughout. The color palette was light and refreshing, yet the furniture and pieces felt aged and loved. It was an intriguing combination of old and new.

WorKS also has significance because my boyfriend is from West Chester, PA, which is only a few miles away from Kennett. Compared to my hometown of Devon, West Chester has more of a country feel and charm to it. With sprawling fields and beautiful farmhouses dotting the scenic roads, I was very excited to explore the local shopping scene in this new part of town. My hope was that it might reflect the pretty countryside landscapes.  

I was able to stop by the store late on a Saturday afternoon, during the arctic chill that has been gripping the area for the past few weeks. Upon walking in, I was surprised to see so many different hubs of product. There was ceramic goods in one corner, tasteful wooden home accessories at the front, a beautiful display of antique chairs to my right, and plenty more as you made your way through the store. To my delight, there was so much more to WorKS than I saw in that initial Instagram photo! There truly is something for everyone in this remarkable space. 

I briefly chatted with the lovely owner and learned that WorKS prides itself as a space to feature a rotation of some of the area's top local vendors; a concept that I hold near and dear to my heart and that aligns perfectly with the mission of Spruce Lane! Each vendor had its own space, but everything also blended effortlessly because it all was at a high caliber and quality. Some vendor call-outs include Arden + James, Whim Jewelry, Eastcote Lane, Chairloom, Vestige Home, Northern Roots Jewelry, Fresh Vintage Goods, and Zoet Bathlatier. I spent nearly an hour in the store because I couldn't get enough of all of the unique items. The jewelry displays were intricate while the vintage items were charming but also quirky and fun.

My boyfriend and I both agreed that we would be back to WorKS soon, and daydreamed about how nice it would be when the weather is warm and the store's retracting garage-style windows would be open, letting in a subtle breeze. 

I encourage all of you to visit this unique space, because as I mentioned before, the pictures don't do it justice and there is much more to it than what meets the eye. 'Till next time, WorKS!