She Shed, He Shed
She Shed, He Shed
With a diverse inventory, Ellicottville’s newest shop is a hit with both men and women.
Ellicottville is considered by many to be a hidden gem among the countryside of Western New York. Aside from its snowy slopes that attract ski enthusiasts with every passing winter, the village also holds some of the most unique shops in its center. Its most recent addition may be a treasure.
Located next door to the EBC Taqueria, She Shed He Shed opened its doors this past October and has become a one-stop-shop for novelty gifts and items. Whilst searching to move to Ellicottville, owner Susan Baryza’s dream of opening a business became a reality.
“This is something I have always wanted to do,” Baryza said. “The idea of it perked up my interest and my family wanted to move to a smaller town, so everything aligned for me.”
The shop’s name isn’t a happy mistake. She Shed He Shed was formed from a clever play on words that also hints visitors to what they can find inside. From hand-picked fashion items for women to rich cigars and shaving essentials for men, the shop offers something for both him and her. The large variety of products catered for men separate it from the stores it neighbors, which make it difficult to pass on.
Given its diverse list of products, She Shed He Shed has become a hotspot for those looking to pick up gifts for both men and women this Christmas season. Items such as drink mixers, men’s soap and “humor” spices have all been popular among all types of holiday shoppers. All goods found inside She Shed He Shed are also mostly sourced from local vendors and suppliers, making it a great destination to pick up regional gifts. Candles made in the Adirondacks, jewelry and hand-sewn mittens brought in from Hamburg are just a few of everything available.
Susan’s vision of opening a novelty gift shop circled around a diverse selection of goods from the start, one that would cater to more than just women.
“I have a lot of guy friends because of my husband, and they always tell me they had a hard time picking something out for themselves [in Ellicottville],” Baryza said. “So when I opened up, I wanted to fill the gap that was missing. It’s important to include everyone.”
As she gains more experience under her belt, Susan is set to continue her journey of running a business by bringing new ideas to real life. Her goal for the new year is to expand the shop by offering speciality items and expanding the shop’s inventory.
No matter what time of the year you stumble upon She Shed He Shed while roaming Ellicottville, chances are you will find something you love inside its doors. She Shed He Shed is located at 22 Washington Street, phone 716-699-9121. Follow She Shed He Shed on Facebook for a sneak peak at some of their incoming inventory.
