Family Nest Estate Sale | For the Love of Christmas in Minnetonka

July 30–31 & August 1, 2026

10:30 AM–3:30 PM Daily

⚠️ More photos and details are coming as we complete setup, staging, and pricing. Additional treasures remain in the basement and workshop areas.

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A Note from Family Nest

This home is a beautiful reflection of a life well lived—filled with family, faith, travel, entertaining, and a deep love of Christmas.

Over the years, this home became filled with memories alongside treasured collections—from vacations and holiday traditions to handcrafted village displays and cherished keepsakes. The spectacular Christmas village was even featured on KARE 11, showcasing a magical display built over many years with handmade buildings beautifully blended alongside Department 56 pieces.

Christmas lovers, collectors, decorators, and nostalgic treasure hunters will find an extraordinary amount to explore. Beyond the holiday collections, the home is filled with Precious Moments, furniture, picture frames, kitchenware, religious décor, office supplies, clothing, tools, records, books, and everyday household finds.

Every room offers another treasure waiting to be discovered.

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For the Love of Christmas

The garage is truly a Christmas destination, filled with holiday décor from vintage and handmade pieces to more modern favorites.

Highlights include:

• Handcrafted Christmas village buildings, many signed by the maker

• Department 56 village buildings and accessories

• Lemax village pieces

• Village roads, trees, snow blankets, landscape materials and accessories

• Animated ski mountain and lighted village pieces

• Handmade Toys “R” Us, farm, police station, homes and personalized village buildings

• Full outdoor lighted nativity blow-mold set

• Outdoor blow-mold candles

• Multiple nativity sets

• Vintage and modern Christmas ornaments

• Hallmark Keepsake ornaments

• Precious Moments ornaments

• Glass ornaments and classic ball ornaments

• Christmas lights and outdoor lighted displays

• Pre-lit trees, tabletop trees and decorative topiary trees

• Large ceramic light-up Christmas trees

• Snow globes and musical holiday pieces

• Wreaths, garlands, poinsettias and floral decorations

• Gift wrap, tissue paper, bows, ribbon, gift bags and gift boxes

• Christmas stockings and seasonal linens

• Santa figures from around the world

• Santa Bears

• Christmas Coca-Cola collectibles

• Lighted sleighs, reindeer, penguins and holiday silhouettes

• Christmas nightlights and tabletop decorations

• Vintage and modern shelf sitters

• Holiday candles and candleholders

• Outdoor extension cords and display supplies

• Folding sawhorses previously used to support the village display

And then there are the snowmen.

Soft snowmen, ceramic snowmen, wooden snowmen, glass snowmen, lighted snowmen, vintage snowmen, modern snowmen, outdoor snowmen, snowman nightlights, snow families, snow globes, shelf sitters and more.

If you collect Christmas, decorate extensively, build villages or simply believe there is no such thing as too much holiday magic, this sale belongs on your calendar.

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Precious Moments, Cherished Teddies & Collectibles

• Large Precious Moments collection

• Signed Jonathan & David pieces

• Miniature Precious Moments monthly collection

• Precious Moments wall display shelves

• Precious Moments placemats and ornaments

• Cherished Teddies miniature collection

• Snow Babies

• Hummel-style figurines

• Snoopy figurines

• Angels in ceramic, wood and other materials

• Ceramic birds, loons, wolves, buffalo and wildlife figures

• Canadian goose statues

• Religious figurines and keepsakes

• Collectible plates

• Decorative salt and pepper shaker collections

• Glass and crystal-style serving pieces

• Waterford crystal piece

• Royal Worcester pieces

• Musical clocks and decorative fountains

• Rock fruit and other nostalgic décor

• Cornhusk dolls

• Stained-glass birds, angels and decorative pieces

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Picture Frames, Wall Décor & Travel Memories

This home contains an exceptionally large collection of picture frames.

• Desktop picture frames

• Wall-hanging picture frames

• Magnetic frames

• Frames in many sizes and finishes

• Display shelves and lighted wall display units

• Travel souvenirs and destination décor

• Maps of Minnesota, Minnetonka and surrounding areas

• Wall tiles and artwork from Alaska, Mexico, California, Canada and the Caribbean

• Religious artwork and classic framed portraits

• Needlework, textile wall hangings and embroidered décor

• Decorative hats, wreaths and nostalgic craft-show décor

• Paintings, prints and signed artwork

• Boat-shaped multi-image wall display

• Electric lighted waterfall picture

• Mirrors, corkboards and wooden wall shelves

• A refrigerator’s worth—and then some—of souvenir, Christian, holiday and novelty magnets

Picture-frame shoppers, teachers, artists, DIYers, gallery-wall planners and event decorators will have plenty to choose from.

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Furniture, Storage & Vintage Finds

• Large four-door china hutch

• Dining table with six chairs and extension leaves

• Charming corner kitchen booth with table and coordinating bench

• Roll-top secretary desk

• Two additional computer desks

• Large bookcases and shelving units

• Lane cedar-style hope chest

• Retro gold padded bar with footrest

• Round game table with four rolling leather chairs

• Display cabinets with glass doors and shelves

• Large storage cabinet with doors and drawers

• Rounded display cabinet with open shelves and center storage

• Flip-top serving cabinet with glass-front storage

• Wood cabinet on wheels

• Metal filing cabinets

• Wooden filing cabinet

• Coffee tables and end tables

• Nightstands and dressers

• Wardrobes and tall storage cabinets

• Beds, frames, headboards, mattresses and bedding

• Black leather chair

• Floor lamps, table lamps and desk lamps

• Corner shelves and metal display stands

• Wooden bench

• Newspaper and magazine racks

• Basket-style hampers with padded lids

• Floor rugs and mirrors

• Retro and vintage exercise equipment

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🍽️ Kitchen, Entertaining & Dining

This is a dense kitchen filled with both practical essentials and nostalgic entertaining pieces.

• China sets in multiple patterns

• Christmas dishware

• Everyday plates, bowls and mugs

• Mikasa pieces

• Glassware, dessert cups and drinkware

• Coca-Cola glasses

• Beer steins and novelty glasses

• Ceramic mixing bowls

• Colorful stacked bowls and mugs with metal holders

• Blue-and-white ceramic kitchen canisters

• Tupperware from vintage to modern

• Coordinating Tupperware storage organizer

• Pots, pans and cookware

• Cuisinart cookware

• Pyrex measuring cups and baking pieces

• Pyrex microwave ring mold

• Glass baking dishes and casserole pans

• Pizza stone with rack

• Baking sheets and serving baskets

• KitchenAid slicer and shredder attachment

• George Foreman grills

• Osterizer blender

• One-touch deep fryer

• Coffee grinder and vintage hand mixer

• Hot-water kettle

• Food grinder

• Hershey’s Kiss fondue set

• Ice-cream-parlor-style sundae glasses

• Lazy Susans

• Spice racks

• Knife blocks and flatware

• Kitchen utensils, strainers, ladles, tongs, peelers and slicers

• Cookie cutters and baking accessories

• Flour sifters

• Trivets in an impressive variety of shapes and styles

• Placemats, tablecloths, table runners and cloth napkins

• Serving platters, trays, bowls and decorative dishes

• Gravy boats, butter dishes and soup-serving pieces

• Salt and pepper shakers, including whimsical food and animal designs

• Large hand-painted clothespin place-card holders

• Glass drink stirrers

• Ceramic corn-cob holders

• Malt cups, pitchers, mugs and collectible kitchen décor

• Microwave available for purchase

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Home Décor, Faith & a Dash of the Southwest

• Ceramic birds in abundance

• Birdcages and hanging bird displays

• Stained-glass hummingbirds

• Angels, crosses and Christian décor

• Religious artwork and keepsakes

• Holy water bottle and devotional items

• Pope memorabilia

• Mexican and Southwestern décor

• Travel souvenirs and wall art

• Decorative vases and silk florals

• Candles and candleholders

• Doilies and lace textiles

• Decorative boxes and trinket dishes

• Crystal-style candy dishes and serving bowls

• Salt and pepper shakers

• Decorative baskets

• Seashells and coastal décor

• Wolves, moose, bears, dogs and cats

• Ships in bottles

• Ceramic flowers, birdhouses and fountains

• Rock fruit and decorative produce

• Avocado and chili-pepper serving pieces

• Water fountains and lighted décor

• Home décor, knickknacks, bric-a-brac and bits and bobs throughout

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Home Office, Electronics & Media

• Roll-top secretary desk

• Computer desks

• Brand-new Global Furniture task chair with tags and instructions

• Filing cabinets and paper organizers

• Canon PIXMA printer

• Additional printer

• Canon ink and printer paper

• Ativa MDM-6000 paper shredder

• Manual Dymo embossing label maker

• Calculators and electric calculator

• Pens, pencils, markers and notepads

• Binders, folders, envelopes and mailers

• Avery address labels

• Tape dispensers, staplers and staples

• Push pins, paper clips and desktop organizers

• Document holder and magnifying glasses

• Three-hole punch

• Surge protectors and extension cords

• Keyboards, computer accessories and media storage

• Floppy-disk and CD holders

• DVD-Rs

• Small fans, clocks, lamps and flashlights

• Samsung flat-screen television

• Boomboxes and portable radios

• Stereo system with speakers

• Turntable, cassette, CD and radio components

• Vinyl records

• Cassette tapes

• CDs

• VHS tapes

• Kenny Rogers collection

• Canon and computer supplies

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Books, Linens & Everyday Household

• Reader’s Digest Illustrated Encyclopedia Dictionary set

• Family word and reference books

• Cookbooks

• Books in many categories

• Blankets and throw blankets

• Bed pillows and reading backrest pillow

• Queen, full and twin sheets

• Pillowcases and pillow shams

• Tablecloths and table runners

• Cloth napkins

• Flour-sack kitchen towels

• Vintage bath towels

• Kitchen towels

• Aprons and oven mitts

• Bath rugs and floor rugs

• Wicker baskets and storage containers

• Clothes hangers

• Sewing and needlework items

• Travel bags and organizers

• Luggage, briefcases, totes and coolers

• Household cleaners and laundry supplies

• Light bulbs, flashlights and everyday necessities

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Clothing, Accessories & Personal Care

• Large selection of women’s clothing

• Tops, pants, skirts and dresses

• Seasonal dresses and occasion wear

• Nightgowns and robes

• Beach coverups

• Camisoles, slips and dickeys

• Women’s shoes

• Scarves, hats and visors

• Purses, wallets, clutches and tote bags

• Sunglasses and eyeglass cases

• Jewelry boxes and trinket trays

• Watches

• Two quality wigs

• Limited men’s clothing

• Toiletries and personal-care items

• Towels, soaps and bathroom accessories

• Makeup and tabletop mirrors

• Portable GE hairdryer

• Easy Feet, new and unopened

• Vicks vaporizer

• HoMedics neck pillow

• Pill organizers and medical supplies

• Walkers and transfer belts

• Sitting stepper and positioning wedge

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Basement Workshop, Tools & Garage Finds

Additional basement and garage areas include:

• Indoor workshop

• Workbenches

• Red metal toolbox

• Hand tools

• Hammers and screwdrivers

• Rubber mallets

• Tape measures and levels

• Nails, screws, washers, nuts and bolts

• Hardware organizers

• Folding sawhorses

• Vintage wooden folding chairs

• Automotive fluids and garage supplies

• Rain-X and de-icer

• Outdoor extension cords

• Garage liquids and car-care supplies

• Additional kitchenware

• More Precious Moments

• More birds, loons, penguins and home décor

• Vintage exercise bike

• Folding chairs and storage pieces

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And There Is Still More

We estimate this list captures only part of what is inside the home.

Additional items include stuffed animals, sewing supplies, office furniture, camera bags, small appliances, clocks, radios, lamps, cabinets, books, records, clothing, household necessities, more holiday décor, more kitchenware and more treasures still being uncovered.

Whether you are searching for Christmas décor, Department 56, Precious Moments, furniture, vintage kitchenware, religious items, picture frames, office supplies, clothing, records, tools or simply enjoy the thrill of a densely packed estate sale, this is one you will want to explore.

We can’t wait to welcome you.

— Family Nest