A Little More Like Home is closing our brick and mortar location. Stay tuned to see what the next iteration of our online presence will be!
For the past 5 years, A Little More Like Home has been owned by me, Elise Schaecher and operated with the support (and heavy lifting of my husband, Jeff). I started alittlemorelikehome as an Instagram account in 2021, to document the journey of making our recently purchased 1950s house (which was full of needed projects) a home. In the process we both became interested in buying vintage mid century modern furniture vs. new and loved it so much, that it became a business. I created the website in May of 2021.
We have prided ourselves on offering an uncommon vintage shopping experience. Customers have commented on the like-new condition of the restored pieces and the carefully curated selection. Every piece has always been ready to go home with you in clean, serviceable condition!
The Brick and Mortar Location at 3801 Dodge St, opened September 9, 2023 and our lease will end July 31, 2026. See below for our reasons for closing.
Our store is closing due to the unexpected challenges we faced beginning in the fall of 2025. In September 2025, we suffered the loss of Jeff's dad, Larry, to a sudden heart attack. He was another set of hands, always ready to drive for that next pick or out-of-state delivery, and willing to stand in early morning estate sale lines. We persevered with the business in spite of the grief, new responsibility of helping Jeff's mom, Pam, and figuring out future living arrangements for her.
In October 2025 a routine eye exam for our eldest, 7 year old son, revealed a possible genetic disorder and by December we learned that he had a systemic disease called Cystinosis, that first damages the kidneys and eyes, but later causes damage to many other organs, muscles and bones. By January 2026, we learned that our younger, 6 year old son had the same condition. Thus began many specialist visits, lab draws, tests and administering medications around the clock.
By May 2026, we made the difficult decision to close our brick and mortar and focus on caring for our family who needs us the most. We are thankful to our understanding landlord and the support we received when were reeling from the costs involved with our sudden change of circumstances.
Fun facts about Elise and Jeff:
Married 12-13-14
They have two boys who are 7 and 6
Elise and Jeff met a few blocks away from the Gallery, at an apartment at 38th & Jones
Photography by James Lathrop Photography