The 5 Senses

06/30/2025

It's Our Final Week

The 5 Senses will be officially closing its doors for the final time on Saturday, July 5th at 5pm. We will be open all week with our regular hours but closed Friday, July 4th for the holiday. Sorry for the short notice. I know it's a little earlier than I've been telling everyone, but the best laid plans can sometimes go astray.

For our final days, greeting cards and stickers are $1 each and everything else will be 60% off.

Thank you so much for for all the love and support you've given us during the past few weeks. It has meant so much to all of us.

Love, Michelle

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06/11/2025

We're moving on to the next phase in our storewide clearance. Going forward, everything in the store is 50% off!

I want to thank you again for all the love and support you've shown us these past few weeks. I'm so grateful for all your kind words and stories. You've made this difficult process so much easier.

Love,
Michelle

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05/22/2025

Thank you for your continued support and well wishes! It means a lot to all of us.

Starting Friday, May 23rd, everything in the store will be 40% off. All Holiday items, including our glass pumpkins will be 50% off.

We will be closed Thursday, May 22 and on Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day,
Aside from those two days, we will continue to be open Monday thru Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-5pm.

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05/09/2025

I'd like to say a big thank you to everyone who joined us for Gallery Walk to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We loved seeing so many familiar faces!

It was a busy week at the store. Most of our consigned artists have picked up their work, and the rest is packed safely away and no longer for sale. As of Friday, May 9th, everything in the store is 30% off. If you've had your eye on a special piece, now is the time to pick it up.

We will maintain our normal hours as we work toward our goal of closing our doors for the final time in early July.

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04/29/2025

The 5 Senses was opened 20 years ago by Karen Cavin. She had a vision of a gallery featuring the work of artists who produced functional art. She saw the need for a space to display and sell the work of these often neglected artists whose medium was glass, clay, metal, wood, fiber and even food. Thus, The 5 Senses was born.

My own involvement in the store began 2013, when my eldest daughter, Renee started working at the store during her sophomore year at West Chester University, and I quickly became a customer. In 2015, when Karen had an employee quit two weeks before Christmas. I stepped in to help her out, and never left. I became Karen's business partner in May 2018 and sole owner in May of 2021. The 5 Senses has been a big part of my life. Unfortunately, all journeys must end. I'm sad to announce The 5 Senses will begin closing on May 2, 2025, our 20th anniversary.

Please join us this Friday for Gallery Walk as we celebrate our 20th anniversary and begin the process of saying goodbye. Though we're sad to be closing, we're proud to have served the West Chester community for 20 years. We'd like to thank all of you, our loyal customers, for the support you've given us the last two decades.

The Spring Gallery Walk begins at 4pm this Friday, May 2nd. We will have wine and cake to celebrate our anniversary. The entire store will be 20% off, excluding consigned items and items already on sale. Hope to see you here.

With love,
Michelle, Renee and Michelle

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12/24/2024

It's not too late to find great handmade gifts!

Holiday Hours
Tuesday, Dec. 24: 10am-2pm
Wednesday, Dec. 25: Closed
Thursday, Dec. 26: Closed
Friday, Dec. 27: Closed
Saturday, Dec. 28: 10am-5pm
Sunday, Dec. 29: 11am-4pm
Monday, Dec. 30: 10am-6pm
Tuesday, Dec. 31: 10am-2pm
Wednesday, Jan. 1: Closed
Thursday, Jan. 2: Closed

Our annual Post-Holiday Sale runs Saturday, Dec. 28 through Sunday Jan. 5! Save 20% off the entire store (excludes consigned and vintage items) and 50% off Christmas and Hanukkah!

Thank you for your support this year! We wish you a joyful holiday season and a New Year filled filled with good health and happiness!

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11/27/2024

Happy Thanksgiving From All of Us at The 5 Senses!

Now That You've Finished Your Turkey, Small Business Weekend is Here!

Join us for our annual "Pick Your Discount" Small Business Weekend sale!
Reach in to Santa's stocking and find out how much you'll save! Will it be 10%, 20% or 30% off your total purchase? (excludes consigned items and items already on sale). This weekend only (November 29th, 30th & Dec 1st). Stop in and see what's new!

Free metered street parking.

New Holiday Hours:
Monday: 10am - 6pm
Tuesday: 10am - 6pm
Wednesday: 10am - 6pm
Thursday: 10am -6pm
Friday: 10am-6pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 11am-4pm

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10/03/2024

And now for something completely different...

This Friday, October 3, marks the arrival of handmade vintage to The 5 Senses courtesy of Lexi Rae Vintage! Come and check out our curated selection of vintage jewelry and small objects.

This special collection's debut coincides with Gallery Walk, so join us from 4pm to 8pm this Friday night for food, fun and vintage jewels! Of course we will continue to focus on the work of all of our contemporary artists, both local and across North America.

While you're in town, make sure to visit the other Gallery Walk participants and grab dinner and drinks at one of West Chester's amazing restaurants. Street level metered parking is free after 4pm.

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09/14/2024

We are excited to feature your jewelry at The 5 Senses! The collection is even prettier in person!

04/26/2024

Gallery Walk is Coming Friday May 3rd!

Meet our featured artist, Potter Bob Deane:

Bob Deane, a potter for 30+ years, was raised in the Media, PA area and earned a B.F.A in Ceramics from Bloomsburg University in 1988. He has been immersed in working with local creek clay and discovering the connection between the ground he walks on and the artwork he creates. He currently teaches at the Community Arts Center in Wallingford, PA and has been a member of the Potters Guild since 1991.

“The challenge and success of creating a piece of ceramics is to make someone want to pick it up and use it. It is a confirmation of ergonomics, function, simplicity and beauty.”
Bob Deane

Join us First Friday, May 3rd from 4-8 pm. Meet Bob and watch him create mini hand built sculptures while you sip wine and enjoy some light snacks.

There will be free metered street parking during this event.

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03/22/2024

Did you know we offer wall art? Check it out!

"When you're looking for art galleries near Exton, PA, make The 5 Senses your first stop. We have a large variety of functional art and handmade gifts that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a funky pair of earrings, locally made pottery, or colorful art glass, come to one of the most unique gift stores near Exton, PA. You won't be disappointed with what you find! Take the time to call us today to learn more about what we currently have in stock."

For more information, contact us today. We look forward to serving you!

https://www.the5senses.com/shop/wall-art/23?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

02/26/2024

Have you seen our latest blog post about why art pieces are so revered? Check it out!

"The aesthetic appeal of many works of art has helped to make them highly revered. Van Gogh's sunflowers, Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, and Picasso's abstract artworks all hold an aesthetic appeal that has helped to make them truly appreciated over many years and even centuries in some instances."

For more information, be sure to keep reading on our website. To get started with our services, contact us today.

https://www.the5senses.com/s/stories/why-are-art-pieces-so-revered