Willowcroft Township
Welcome to Willowcroft, Michigan, where colorful buildings abound. From the little blue cottage on the outskirts of town, to the green and white awning of the Bookworm Haven, and the yellow and white of Sweet Crumbs bakery.
Read about the little blue cottage in the Willowcroft Gazette below.
Bookworm Haven is a bookstore in Willowcroft owned by a woman named Olivia. It has a bay window under a green-and-white awning that displays books and brochures. The store has multiple rows of bookshelves and smells of new and old books. It’s described as a cozy place, where being a “bookworm” is celebrated and all are welcomed.Â
Key features include:
- A carousel of shiny brochures in the window
- An extensive collection of mystery novels
- A back room that serves as a secret lair with:
- A back entrance
- A staircase to Olivia’s apartment
- A door disguised as a bookshelf between the true crime and esoteric books
The store serves as a hub for tourists looking for state park trail maps and brochures about the local wildlife. The owner, Olivia, is dangerously curious and has a side hustle in genealogy. Olivia’s father gave her the money to buy the store instead of throwing her a 21st birthday party.Â
Sweet Crumbs is a bakery in Willowcroft, owned by a round, jolly woman named Mrs. Applewood. The bakery has a sunny yellow and white striped awning. The scent of buttery pastries wafts from the bakery, drawing in customers. It is located next door to the Bookworm Haven bookstore. Mrs. Applewood is a warm and welcoming presence and known as the town hugger.
Sweet Crumbs is known for its baked goods, including cinnamon rolls. The bakery seems to be a local favorite with Mrs. Applewood’s award winning apple pie a town staple.
The Swinging Spoon is a diner in Willowcroft that has a retro feel, with red vinyl booths and chrome accents that evoke the 1950s. The diner’s atmosphere is enhanced by a jukebox playing cheerful melodies. The scent of sizzling bacon and maple syrup permeates the air.
The Swinging Spoon is owned by a woman named Peggy. She wears a pink uniform dress and large black glasses. The diner serves classic American breakfast fare including:
- Belgian waffles with fresh strawberries and whipped cream
- Eggs Benedict
- French toast
- Pancakes
The Swinging Spoon is a popular spot for the town’s residents, including Tammy and her friends, who have a regular booth. The diner also serves locally made elderberry syrup.
Guess what color it’s awning is? hehe…
Mrs. Hubbard’s Cupboard is the general store in Willowcroft. The store has a purple and white awning. It sells groceries, household items, and pet supplies.
The store was run by Marjorie Hubbard, who took over from her mother-in-law, but it is now run by Marjorie’s daughter-in-law Katie. The store is a source of local gossip, with Katie keeping the tradition alive.
Mrs. Hubbard’s Cupboard is described as a place where locals discuss town happenings and any new developments regarding the little blue cottage.
Want to know more about the townsfolk of Willowcroft? Click through to the character page.
