SCHENECTADY – Bluebird Home Decor is saying goodbye to its State Street location with a closing sale after the owner announced the store’s closure in March via Facebook.
“A little over a year ago I began feeling a nudge that I could not ignore,” stated owner Nicolle Broughton in a heartfelt Facebook post on Friday. ”After much thought and even more prayer, I have made the very difficult decision to move on from my retail storefront in Schenectady.”
The storefront opened in 2018, but the home decor and gift shop was established by owner Broughton in 2013, with a previous location in Troy.
The shop features handmade, vintage, and new items for people’s homes and works with over 20 artists and other businesses across the country, according to the company website.
Broughton expressed uncertainty about her next steps.
“I do know that my creativity does not end here. I will still be around, selling in some capacity,” the Facebook post stated. ”I am simply stepping out in faith, releasing my storefront and believing that the best is yet to come. I cannot wait to see how the next few years unfold.”
Broughton also expressed gratitude for the support received over the years.
“It has been one of the greatest honors and blessings of my life to create and share this space with you all. I will miss you all dearly,” she said. “My sincerest thanks and deepest gratitude for all of your support over the years.”
Many customers expressed sadness about the store’s closure in the comments section.
“So sad to see this post… although not often enough I enjoyed binge shopping at your store,” said Anita Nasuto in a comment. “It was a treat to walk through your door and find so many irresistible gifts and special items for myself. They will mean even more to me now. Sincerely hoping you find a most rewarding path ahead. Very best wishes and thanks for adding such class to that corner.”
The store will offer sales until it closes, all of which are final.
“Most items are 30/40/50% off, any item without a sale tag is 10% off,” Broughton said. “The store will remain open Thursday-Sunday through mid-March. Please come use your gift cards! We also hope to have a tent sale this May, details to follow, and a holiday shop somewhere in the capital district this holiday season.”
Don’t miss out on the chance to grab some unique items for your home before the store closes its doors for good!
That’s such a shame, I really loved browsing through their unique home decor items. #SadToSeeItGo
Disagree. Bluebird Home Decor was overpriced and lacked variety. I won’t miss it.
Disagree, I’ll miss their charming home decor selection.