About Us
Let Us Introduce Ourselves!
Hi! My name is Shel. My husband, Bob, and I are the owners and operators of a gift shop called Objects to Crave in Hovland, Minnesota - just across the road from beautiful Lake Superior. We're excited to meet you!
Past to Present
40 years ago, my Grandparents Darold and Janet Larson lived their dream of owning and operating a gift shop on Minnesota's north shore. Now, 40 years later, my husband, Bob, and I are living our dream by owning and operating a gift shop in that same building!
We've made many changes to the building and are excited for this adventure. Come see us!
Darold and Janet Larson standing on the original stairs at the gift shop in the 1980s
Bob and I standing at the gift shop in 2023 (before we added new stairs)
Soul Infused Objects
Having descended from a long line of hunter-gatherers of all things old – I grew up with an innate appreciation for the artistry and story behind relics of our past.
Sometimes the beauty is hidden under layers of paint, dust and rust. Other times it is those very layers that give an object its allure and the story one craves. However, beyond the form or function there is an unseen something more that can only be sensed in a time-worn piece with some miles on it.
The many hands which have held, used, mended and loved an object along its journey imprint an essence or energy that moves it beyond the confines of being "just an object" and pushes it to a higher level - touching into the realm of soul - giving it....A Soul of Its Own. I’ve enjoyed being a part of each piece’s journey and story.…now it's another's turn to impart their experience.
Finding Objects To Crave is my passion. Welcome to our shop!
We hope to see you soon!
Celebrating the closing of the gift shop purchase
Cheers!
Shel and Bob Busch