Sunday, May 31, 2009

what's wrong with this picture ?


I am grateful every day for several thing's. One I mention here often, the place I live and work. How lucky I am to start my day with a view of the beautiful Damariscotta River and lovely village. Another thing ( that I probably take for granted ) is my partners sense of humor. A funny guy. He has a great sense of humor, a quick wit.

See photo...Flowering Thyme.

Get it ?

Have a fun Sunday. It is bright and sunny here in town, and of course, the river looks beautiful and the River a sparkling gem.

Enjoy,
Chris

Saturday, May 30, 2009

CHIRP !


Back at last ! Our favorite wallet is back in stock in 5 bright and cheery colors. This piece is fun and functional with multiple card slots, a long envelope for bills and a zippered coin section. These wallets are the perfect companion piece to the large vinyl totes, alone, a great gift at only $29.00.

It seems like the rain may let up today, what a trying week weather wise. The dismal weather does not help the end of school year fever, everyone is ready for summer to begin. I'm with the kids, bring on the beach day's !

Have a great weekend !

Chris

Friday, May 29, 2009

Damariscotta River Stones


It seems our glass Damariscotta River Stones have found a permanent place in our shop. It was such a fun series to work on and so gratifying to find how much people like them. The best part about this series is the process continues to be a fun studio project for both of us. The hand mixed glass is always different and really, until the kiln is unloaded, I never am quite sure or what I have. It has been a little over a month since we introduced this line and already we can't keep up. The element of time, 24 hours, the "stones" spend in the River extends the production period, but we believe makes this necklace worth the wait. It's real.

It will be nice when school is out and my lovely daughter is here to assist in the shop. We are really looking forward to summer two in our new shop space. So much has changed in the last 12 months, really, it seems as if we have been here much longer.

Here's to a fun and busy Summer !

Chris

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

so close, again

We are closer to a new format for SHOP TALK. My intention is to keep everyone updated on shop happening's via the shop journal, specifically because this can be done often, unlike web site updates. So, as I said we are closer, not quite there yet.

I recently read on a blog that I enjoy, something I took too personally, but agree is true and annoying. The author said she was wiping her links to all of the people who were too random with their post's. They were lazy and not worth the effort. Pretty harsh, wouldn't you say ?

Of course, she is right, I too find it annoying when I take five to catch up on news and the creative world w/ artist's I admire only to find it has been weeks since they have written. I do feel less than happy about not posting, but also feel strongly that blah blah randomness is everywhere on the internet and as tempting as it is to post beautiful pictures of nature ( like Main St. Damariscotta tulips ) and puppies, there is more than enough of that to go around. This is why my title is SHOP TALK. I want to keep our customers and readers current with new arrivals and creative studio bursts. I may still tag on a few inspirational pictures. I probably will.

But I am only one human w/ way too many job's. Maybe the Summer fairy will bring me a few extra hours a week so I can work on this issue. Also, a new server and tools will be helpful.

I guess this is an apology and a request wrapped into one. Sorry for not posting shop news and asking not to be wiped from your favorites.

I can tell you the shop is chock full of really fun summer hats for men and women, three new scarf companies w/ prices that will knock your socks off, new hair ornaments, four new bag companies, and fresh new Spring designs from our current bag designers. Several new glass earring styles from our studio and some pretty cool Damariscotta Glass River Stones and Pebble necklaces, also from our studio. You already know I am a pearl fanatic, so many fun new strands, on silk, of course. I love to mix and match silk colors and pearls, if you don't see what you are looking for, just ask us. We tend to get busy this time of year when it comes to special requests, but will always make an effort to work with you on an acceptable time frame.

Thank you for your patience, and please feel free to call us anytime w/ questions @ 207 563 1919 or requests on products. We are more than happy to send you quick photo's via email, and as always, no shipping charges when you order from our web site.

Have a great afternoon ! It's beautiful here in Damariscotta, but I won't post a picture.

Chris

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Beauty on Main St.



The perfect welcoming entrance to our down town art center. Spring is here in full bloom, even on this cloudy morning taking in the beauty of these blossoms as I headed for work made for a sunny day.

I hope your day was full of blooms.

Chris