About Us

Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Red Barn Mercantile is a family-run boutique specializing in home furnishings, linens, gifts, and home decor.

We work very hard to bring you the highest quality furniture, conversation starters, and the most beautiful accent pieces from all over the world. We also pride ourselves in having an extensive collection of books, toys and gifts for children of all ages. It’s easy to get lost browsing our shelves as there are treasures tucked in every corner.

introducing

Our Team

Amy, President

Born & Raised: Air Force Brat

Sign: Cancer

Pet's Name: Maggie

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall

Favorite Product: Evangeline Lightweight Herringbone Throw

Jessica, Inventory Manager

Born & Raised: Colorado Springs, CO

Sign: Aquarius

Pet's Name: Piper & Piper

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall

Favorite Product: Cavallini Puzzles

Kathy, Buyer

Born & Raised: Northern NJ

Sign: Leo

Pet's Name: Annie

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Spring

Favorite Product: Emily Lex Tea Towels

Ariel, Special Projects Manager

Born & Raised: Alexandria, VA

Sign: Gemini

Pet's Name: Orion

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall

Favorite Product: Hamburger Dog Toy

Lisa, Digital Media Manager

Born & Raised: St. Louis, MO

Sign: Aquarius

Pet's Name: I have zero pets. I have a fair share of animal art, however.

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall

Favorite Product: Matr Boomie Frames

Cecilia, Sales

Born & Raised: Alexandria, VA

Sign: Libra

Pet's Name: Macon & Ellie

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall

Favorite Product: Liquid Marseille Soaps

Jen, Sales

Born & Raised: Born in Phoenix, AZ but I'm an Air Force brat, so raised all over the world

Sign: Pisces

Pet's Name: Ruby

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Summer

Favorite Product: So hard to pick!  Terrafirma & Jellycat

Jessica, Sales

Born & Raised: Alexandria, VA

Sign: Taurus

Pet's Name: Sammy

Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall

Favorite Product: Redback Cards

Claire, Sales

Born & Raised: Appleton, WI
Sign: Aquarius
Pet's Name: Cooper
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall
Favorite Product: Sydney Hale Bergamont Black Tea Candle

Jane, Sales

Born & Raised: Wapello, Iowa
Sign: Gemini
Pet's Name: Abby
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: Fall
Favorite Product: Catstudio Collegiate Pillows

On The Blog

What is “Strega Nona Fall” and Why is it Trending?
What is “Strega Nona Fall” and Why is it Trending?
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Our Holiday Unveiling is November 7!
Our Holiday Unveiling is November 7!
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I’ve Decided I Need a Home by the Water Surrounded by Evergreens
I’ve Decided I Need a Home by the Water Surrounded by Evergreens
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Introducing Stone Soup Summer Camp
Introducing Stone Soup Summer Camp
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Father’s Day Gift Guide
Father’s Day Gift Guide
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Amy’s Biggest Design Pet Peeve
Amy’s Biggest Design Pet Peeve
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Spoil the Moms in Your Life: Check Out This Gift Guide
Spoil the Moms in Your Life: Check Out This Gift Guide
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Complimentary Monogramming April 19-21
Complimentary Monogramming April 19-21
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Introducing Staub Cookware
Introducing Staub Cookware
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Is Your Couch Garbage?
Is Your Couch Garbage?
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And they call it puppy loooove…
And they call it puppy loooove…
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8 Tips for a Puzzling Good Time!
8 Tips for a Puzzling Good Time!
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Mother Shrub's Bourbon Holiday Punch
Mother Shrub's Bourbon Holiday Punch
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Everyone's A Winner Envelopes
Everyone's A Winner Envelopes
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Our Biggest Sale of the Year!
Our Biggest Sale of the Year!
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Our Holiday Unveiling Is November 2!
Our Holiday Unveiling Is November 2!
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Making Friends Over Pasta
Making Friends Over Pasta
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Community Spotlight: Move2Learn Makes a Difference in Alexandria’s Public Schools
Community Spotlight: Move2Learn Makes a Difference in Alexandria’s Public Schools
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Allow me to introduce you to Pippin
Allow me to introduce you to Pippin
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Supporting Together We Bake Through Good. Works. Wednesday
Supporting Together We Bake Through Good. Works. Wednesday
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Slipcover Or Upholster? Weighing The Pros And Cons
Slipcover Or Upholster? Weighing The Pros And Cons
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Supporting Ayuda Through Good. Works. Wednesday
Supporting Ayuda Through Good. Works. Wednesday
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July Good. Works. Wednesdays for Rewiring America
July Good. Works. Wednesdays for Rewiring America
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Introducing Smithey Cast Iron Cookware
Introducing Smithey Cast Iron Cookware
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Father's Day Gifts
Father's Day Gifts
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Good. Works. Wednesdays in June: Safe Space NOVA
Good. Works. Wednesdays in June: Safe Space NOVA
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Graduation Gifts
Graduation Gifts
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Announcing Red Barn Mercantile’s Cookbook Club!
Announcing Red Barn Mercantile’s Cookbook Club!
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Good. Works. Wednesdays in May: Support The Lee-Fendall House
Good. Works. Wednesdays in May: Support The Lee-Fendall House
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A Note From Amy
A Note From Amy
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Spring2ACTion on April 26!
Spring2ACTion on April 26!
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Good. Works. Wednesday: UpCycle Creative Reuse Center
Good. Works. Wednesday: UpCycle Creative Reuse Center
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Easter Basket Treasures
Easter Basket Treasures
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Good. Works. Wednesday + BRAWS
Good. Works. Wednesday + BRAWS
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Pi Day Celebration with Red Barn Mercantile & Chadwicks
Pi Day Celebration with Red Barn Mercantile & Chadwicks
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A Recipe For The Perfect Game Night
A Recipe For The Perfect Game Night
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Cisco Home Upholstery Sale Is Still Going Strong!
Cisco Home Upholstery Sale Is Still Going Strong!
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Shopkeepers for Schools: An Extra Credit Event
Shopkeepers for Schools: An Extra Credit Event
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What’s the Deal with Stair Runners?
What’s the Deal with Stair Runners?
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Valentine's Day Gifts for Littles
Valentine's Day Gifts for Littles
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Support Alexandria Black History Museum
Support Alexandria Black History Museum
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Semi-Annual Upholstery Sale + Floor Samples
Semi-Annual Upholstery Sale + Floor Samples
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Our After-Christmas Sale Is ON!
Our After-Christmas Sale Is ON!
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What To Know When Hostess Gifting
What To Know When Hostess Gifting
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A Crafty, Crafty Gift Guide
A Crafty, Crafty Gift Guide
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Everyone's A Winner!
Everyone's A Winner!
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Plaid Friday + Small Business Saturday
Plaid Friday + Small Business Saturday
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Shop Our Catstudio Trunk Show October 7-9!
Shop Our Catstudio Trunk Show October 7-9!
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October Good Works Wednesdays
October Good Works Wednesdays
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What Is A Shrub?
What Is A Shrub?
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