Trader Joe's in Corvallis Oregon

Yes – as a home stager I shop all the time for clients and to keep our inventory cool and up to date. But I’m really excited about a store opening that isn’t decor or furniture this week!

Trader Joe’s, the cool and quirky grocery chain so popular in Eugene and Portland is opening in Corvallis on February 12th!

Carrying organic and quality grocery items (and some great cheap wine), Joe’s has been a frequent stop of our families while in Portland.

The new store is located in the Corvallis Market Center at 1550 N.W. Ninth St. I’m in this shopping center all the time because it includes TJ Maxx (where I get lots of cool accessories for our staged homes) and Michaels Crafts (silk plants, stones and fancy papers always tempt me here).

One staging tip we use is to put a live orchid by the kitchen or bathroom sinks, on a nightstand or in the living room. They are compact, but look elegant — perfect decor in homes for sale. Larger orchids make a great simple centerpiece. These are so affordable at Trader Joe’s – and are something I always pick up there. (They last a long time too – even if they are abused!) We’ve got lots of other staples we always stock up on there – great cereal, cheeses and wine.

If you see a woman with piles of decor struggling out of TJ Maxx along with orchids, wine and cereal from Trader Joe’s – come help this Salem home stager load up her Corvallis stash. Yes – we Salemites are still jealous that Corvallis got a Trader Joe’s before Salem!

Stop by Joe’s and buy an orchid for your sweetie for Valentines Day this week! We give home selling consultations or stage in Corvallis about once a week–maybe I should start a Salem delivery service!