This Sunday, Treat Mom to Breakfast in Bed 👇 With These Maine Ingredients 👇
Start her day with a steaming cup of coffee sweetened with the golden goodness of Maine Maple Syrup, adding a touch of rustic charm to her morning ritual. As she indulges in a warm blueberry muffin, let her savor the sweetness of Swan’s Raw Honey, a perfect complement to the tartness of fresh Maine blueberries.
It’s EASY: Just add heavy cream to make a moist and flavorful treat.
More flavors available in-store in Bath & Portland! Come visit us!
Ingredients: (Yields 8 Scones)
Flour
Blueberries
Sugar
Baking Powder
Lemon Zest
Salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375° 2. Pour mix into bowl & fold in 1 + 1/4 cup heavy cream. 3. On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, form into a 5 inch disc & cut into 8 triangles. 4. Separate triangles & bake for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned. Oven times may vary. Cool & enjoy!!
MEET THE MAKER
After moving to Midcoast Maine, Veronica (the Scone Goddess herself!) realized that she had an opportunity to be self employed and do what she loves most: bake!
We are honored to carry her line of delicious scone mixes in our shops. 🤤 Order the Wild Maine Blueberry Lemon Scone mix 🔥ON SALE🔥 online, today!
At Lisa-Marie’s, we’re bursting with excitement, pride, & gratitude as we celebrate 14 incredible years nestled in the heart of Portland, Maine. 🎉🥳 Our vibrant city, with its bustling energy and endless attractions, has been the perfect backdrop for our journey. Portland’s charm draws visitors and locals alike, all seeking the unique treasures that make ✨Maine✨ special.
Over the years, we’ve grown into a cherished destination ourselves, a beacon for those in search of authentic Maine-made products. Our dedicated staff, the backbone of our success, infuse every moment with joy and warmth, creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere where customers feel right at home. 🥂 Here’s to many more years of sharing the love of Maine with our beloved community!
Not sure when to plan a trip to our lovely hoMe state? Deterred by the summer crowds and winter weather? Spring is the perfect time for you! Here are 4 reasons to visit Maine this spring – and have a lot of fun!
1. Art in Bloom, Portland Museum of Art: March 20-24, 2024
For a visual and aromatic feast, head to the Portland Museum of Art for the Art in Bloom exhibit that pairs works of arts with floral designs.
Art in Bloom has become a can’t-miss event for PMA members, art and floral enthusiasts, and visitors throughout the region. Featuring floral work by designers, artists, farmers, and florists from across southern Maine, the museum comes alive with fragrant blooms, extravagant displays, and incredible floral installations of all types—each inspired by an artwork from the museum’s collection. Admission is free all day Thursday and 4-8 p.m. Friday.
Explore the exquisite craftsmanship of local artisans like Simply Tilton, whose pressed flower jewelry captures the essence of Maine’s flora in every delicate piece. Or marvel at the intricate designs of David Tabbutt’s hand-turned pens, adorned with beautifully preserved florals that add a touch of elegance to your writing experience. Shop the magic of nature preserved in artistry online today!
Always held the fourth Sunday of every March, Maine Maple Sunday has transformed into an entire weekend event at many local sugarhouses and farms. Spring is a great time to get out and enjoy our hoME state and everything that it has to offer, including Maine Maple Syrup.
Most sugarhouses offer maple syrup samples and demonstrations on how pure Maine maple syrup is made. Many farms offer games, activities, treats, sugarbush tours, music, and so much more.
Want to plan a visit? Here are just 10 (of the MANY) places you could go right here in Maine!
Discover the healing power of wood-fired saunas with Fern Song Sauna! Indulge in the centuries-old tradition of sauna therapy, elevated to new heights with their wood-fired sauna experience. As the wood stove crackles and releases its comforting warmth, your body relaxes, your mind unwinds, and your spirit rejuvenates.
But the benefits go beyond mere relaxation. Wood-fired saunas are renowned for their numerous health benefits. The combination of heat and steam promotes detoxification, improves circulation, relieves muscle tension, and enhances skin health. It’s a holistic wellness experience that leaves you feeling refreshed and revitalized.
Their handcrafted sauna, transformed from a rustic horse trailer, brings a touch of retro charm and modern luxury to your relaxation journey.
But there’s more than just personal wellness at stake. By booking a session with Fern Song Sauna this month, you’re also supporting a noble cause. We’re fundraising for Tri for a Cure, a testament to their commitment to community health and wellness.
“All profits from our wood-fired mobile sauna sessions during the month of March will go directly to Maine Cancer Foundation through Tri for a Cure fundraising efforts. MCF is dedicated to helping Maine communities with cancer prevention, early detection, and access to care.”
At Lisa-Marie’s Made in Maine, we proudly offer an extensive selection of locally crafted products designed to enhance your health and wellness journey. Explore our curated collection featuring premium brands like Unfiltered Skincare, Beedandy, and Marin, all dedicated to sourcing the finest natural ingredients (especially when they can support other locals!). Indulge in luxurious body balms, nourishing oils, rejuvenating milk baths, and soothing creams, carefully crafted to elevate your self-care regimen. Shop with us and discover the perfect essentials to support your holistic well-being!
With 40+ kelp farms and growing, Maine leads the nation in seaweed aquaculture. Lobstermen, mussel growers, oyster farmers and others plant their lines in fall for harvest in April.
And Coast . . .
Maine’s wild harvesters scramble over rocks during extreme low tides to collect dulse, Irish moss, kelp, kombu, and wakame. It’s a way of life that goes back thousands of years along this coast.
. . . To Table
Maine’s top restaurants, bars, breweries and distilleries are bringing their passion and skills to local sea vegetables. Join them at the table!
It’s a cold, clear morning in March, and we’re here to bring you (virtually) to the mountains of Maine! From stunning sterling silver jewelry to intricately detailed prints and jaw-dropping photographs, each of these 3 Maine Makers captures the unique beauty of Maine’s magnificent mountaintops. Keep on reading!
Sparkly, Silver,Snow-Capped Peaks ⛰
“You dream of snow-covered mountains during the hot nights of July. As the leaves change and the air grows crisp you pray for the white magic to fall from the sky, veiling the surrounding mountains. It is time.”
Bailey DeBiase is a visual artist from Carrabassett Valley, Maine who currently lives in Portland, Maine and manages our Portland shop! Her detailed ink drawings are influenced by memories, both personal and collective.
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Her work strives to accept the fragility of memory, and create a sense of permanence to moments and times in our lives that are fleeting. She is constantly influenced by her surrounding nature, the changing of seasons, and the complexities of nostalgia.
Take Me to the Mountains 🌄
Some days it just feels better to be surrounded by trees + dirt + rocks + wide open skies. 🙌
These stud earrings are delightfully dainty. Simple and sweet, they make a perfect gift for any special occasion, or just as a way to say “I love you.” Available in 3 hypoallergenic metals:
Make Your Own Single Serving Cake in 3 Easy Steps: Add Water ➡️ Mix ➡️ Microwave…ENJOY!
#3: Chewy Baby 🚼
Chewy Q, Knobby Q, P’s in a Pod – all encourage early mouthing experiences & facilitates the development of the masseter muscle so critical for mature speech production as well as biting and chewing skills.
Sensory Spoon – “baby’s first spoon!” Helps develop eye-to-hand and hand-to-mouth coordination. Unique soft bowl, gentle for little mouths.
* all products are FREE of latex, lead, BPA, PVC, silicone and phthalates!
Winter in Maine lasts…well, as long as it wants! 😅 Keep yourself toasty in the frigid temps (even in March) with one of these super soft, super stylish, embroidered beanies!
Community Reiki & Sound Bath hosted by East Pine Plant Shop & Community Wellness, from 6PM-8PM. $40/ticket.
**this event takes place in Westbrook, not Portland, but we couldn’t help but keep it in as a really cool idea for a night out with your partner, or your friends!
Indulge in an evening dedicated to opening your heart to love in all its forms. Whether you’re fostering partnership or cultivating self-love, this class is tailored to provide you with the perfect guidance to tune into the boundless well of unconditional love within you.
More info and registration/ticket link HERE (what to bring, what’s provided, what to expect).
🌿 Plant Shop Discount: all event/offering attendees will receive a 20% discount off same-day plant shop purchases! The plant shop will open 1 hour before the event start time to be open for browsing and questions. (Excludes gift cards!)
East Pine Plant Shop 🪴
“where all things grow + thrive”
Our Botanical Oasis is a haven designed to foster holistic well-being, community connection, and personal growth. Nestled amidst lush greenery, our space is dedicated to providing you with a sanctuary where you can rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.
Thursday night Strikes & Slices includes 2 hours of unlimited bowling AND unlimited cheese or pepperoni pizza slices for only $12.99 per person!
♥️ Date Night #3: Friday, Feb 9th
Free Entry Fridays @ the Portland Museum of Art from 4PM-8PM.
“We’re committed to be an open, accessible, inclusive, and welcoming museum for all. We call it Art for All.“
Since the successful reopening in February 2017, and with a renewed focus on audience engagement and accessibility, the PMA has aimed to build on the new wave of energy and support at the museum. We have worked tirelessly to be be a brave space that champions freedom of expression. This has meant dedicating ourselves to presenting exhibitions and hosting programs that reflect the museum’s diverse communities and audiences, and to create experiences with art that strengthen bonds and bring us together.
♥️ Date Night #4: Saturday, Feb 10th –
Ice Skate Date ⛸️ @ Deering Oaks Park (free if you have skates!) or @ The Rink at Thompson’s Point (skate rentals available!).
The Rink at Thompson’s Point
The Thompson’s Point Rink, nestled beneath the iconic Depot Pavilion, offers a one-of-a-kind ice skating experience on the picturesque waterfront of Portland. Skaters are treated to gorgeous views of the Fore River. Beyond the state-of-the-art rink, their Beer garden, warming and VIP areas make it the perfect wintery date to enjoy with your special someone.
Deering Oaks Park
Ice skating at Deering Oaks is a true Portland experience. Strapping on your skates across from the Castle on a cold winter night, with Pandora’s lights reflecting over the ice is an experience not to be missed. Little-known fact: Whitney Houston and Denzel Washington once skated on the Deering Oaks Pond during the filming of “The Preacher’s Wife”. The Parks, Recreation and Facilities crews work to keep the pond clear of snow and groomed for skating throughout the winter.
♥️ “Day” Date #5: Sunday, Feb 11th –
Maker’s Market 🛍️ @ Brick South (Thompson’s Point) from 10AM-3PM.
The Maker’s Market is an ode to local Maine artisans, craftspeople, artists, creators and farmers. Offering the finest that Maine has to offer, a spirit of ingenuity and a deeply imbedded culture of community and togetherness. Oh, did we mention there’s a bar? Grab your friends, snag a mimosa, and peruse a variety of creations from talented Makers! Entry, free!
Lisa-Marie’s Made In Maine carries the products of 450+ Makers throughout our hoME state. Chances are, you might meet a few of them here! If you don’t want to purchase your Valentine’s gift in front of your Valentine at a Maker’s booth, ask them if they carry their work at Lisa-Marie’s; you can shop with us 7 Days a week in Portland @ 35 Exchange Street! 💝
♥️ Date Night #6: Monday, Feb 5th –
Explore Portland with a self-guided walking tour of the Pandora Lights.
Our downtown is lit up with brilliant colors all winter long, thanks to a partnership between Portland Downtown and visionary artist Pandora LaCasse.
Congress Street, Commercial Street, and iconic downtown parks — including Longfellow Square, Tommy’s Park, Boothby Square, Lincoln Park, Pleasant Street Park, and Congress Square Park — are illuminated by a kaleidoscope of fantastical colors & shapes each year, bringing radiance, warmth, and magic to cold winter nights. These dazzling displays wow residents and visitors alike and have become a true signature of downtown Portland from the holidays all through March.
“Super Tuesdays @ the Nick!” All seats, all shows, $6 tickets!
Call up your date, agree on a film, and pick up some popcorn to share while holding hands at Portland’s cozy, local movie theater in the heart of the city. With $6 tickets, you could even budget for a fancy drink at one of the many bars just a few steps away!
That’s it folks! 7 ideas for a week of fun date nights (and days!) here in Portland, Maine leading up to Valentine’s Day – and they won’t break the bank, either! Have more suggestions? Add them to the comments below!👇
Sip back, wait no – sit, back and enjoy the scents of the woman owned company – Beer Can Candle. Their soy candles are hand poured in small batches into cans and given fun Maine themed names like
These hand poured soy candles from Maine come in this classic 8 ounce jelly jar and come in dozens scents. From the light and floral to fruity, citrus scents, and of course the classic Maine Balsam, you’re sure to find the perfect fragrance for you.
This special edition candle by Salty Beach Studio is filled with their best-selling Balsam scent and ready to give as a gift. The 11oz glass pure soy candle is presented in eco-friendly Kraft gift packaging.
This Sampler from Bar Harbor Tea Company is perfect for the person that enjoys all ranges of caffeine. The box of 15 includes 5 bags of each – Fruit Tea, Green Tea, and Black Tea, all made with Wild Maine Blueberries. Whole leaf, all natural, compostable, plant based teabags with an extra long string are perfect for travel tumblers and today’s larger mugs.
Bring your tea time to the next level. Get yourself a bottle of bourbon from Split Rock Distillery and add a splash to your Cup of Sea Maine Seaweed Tea. We like the Sea Smoke black tea for it’s smoky-sweet aroma and a rich, woodsy flavor – like camping by the ocean. Or if your bath is pre-bedtime and you’re wanting to avoid caffeine, try the Sailor’s Cure All for an aromatic blend of spicy ginger and earthy turmeric, plus soothing bladderwrack.
The Old Fashioned never seems to be a bad choicr and using Maine maple syrup brings it to the next level. Follow this easy recipe…
1/2 ounce maple syrup
2 ounces bourbon
4 dashes Angostura bitters
orange peel for garnish
Add bitters, maple syrup and bourbon to a mixing glass. Stir to chill and dissolve the maple syrup. Add a large ice cube to a rocks glass and strain over.
The Lavender Sea Salt Bath Soak from Beedandy is the perfect balance of natural salts and pure essential oils to soothe your mind and nourish your skin. Carefully crafted with natural ingredients, this nourishing soak is exactly what you need for a calming, refreshing experience.
Nothing is more satisfying than watching a Miss Moonmaker Bath Fizzie explode when it hits the warm water in your bathtub. Okay, feeling the good stuff inside the fizzie on your skin as it travels through your tub may feel even more satisfying. Whether it’s to soothe, rejuvenate, revive, relax, soothe sore muscles or just give you an all over body-shimmer, there’s a bath fizzie for you.
Add 1 tablespoon of grains to palm of hand (or small bowl). Add enough warm water to create a paste. Massage into skin. Leave on skin for 10 minutes for a mask. Rinse with warm water.
Maine Sea Scrub combines real Maine sea salt + digitata seaweed to polish + rejuvenate your skin. Digitata seaweed is high in iodine and helps to soften skin. The light blend of organic lavender and pine essential oils will help you to unwind like you’re on the Maine coast.This scrub is ideal for to slough away dead skin on hands + feet.
The Fogcutters 19-piece pop rock big band based in Portland featuring a “traditional” big band set up with lots of horns, featuring a mix of original music with a unique sound.
Schooner Fare A Maine-based folk band, performing primarily original maritime and traditional folk music and known for their captivating harmonies.
The Mallett Brothers Band An independent rock and roll / Americana / country band from Maine with a style that ranges from alt-country to Americana, country, jam and roots rock.
Read some Maine authors
Monica Wood is a novelist, memoirist, and playwright, born in Maine. Her most recent novel, The One-in-a-Million Boy, has been published in 22 languages in 30 countries and won a 2017 Nautilus Award (Gold) and the New England Society Book Award.
Stephen King was born in Portland, Maine and has published over 50 books and has become one of the world’s most successful writers. King is the recipient of the 2003 National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to the American Letters and the 2014 National Medal of Arts.
Gretchen Legler lives in rural Maine and iis a farmer, gardener, teacher, writer, and lover of the natural world. Her book Woodsqueer: Crafting a Sustainable Rural Life won the 2023 Maine Literary Award for memoir and the John Cole Award for Maine-based nonfiction.
Lock in all the goodness from your bath with this Soothing Hydration Cream by Marin. It is made from marine glycoproteins, an up-cycled byproduct of lobster processing, to hydrate and repair stressed, dry, and irritated skin.
Wet face with warm water. Massage 1 dropper full of oil onto face for 1-2 minutes. Wipe off with a warm, wet cloth.
This oil cleanser combats bacteria without stripping face of natural oils – resulting in beautiful, glowing, balanced skin. Don’t forget to inhale the essential oils while you wash the day away!
A clean that’s refreshing as a dip in the Maine ocean! This Maine Sea Toner cleanses away soap residue, tightens pores, and hydrates facial skin. Shake the bottle gently before use. Spray toner onto face, carefully avoiding eyes.
While face is still damp from the Maine Sea Toner, massage in a small amount of the Unfiltered Face Cream. This Face Cream is rich, smooth, and melts right into your skin. It’s nutrient dense with healing herbs and plant oils to support aging skin, soothe sensitive skin, and calm inflamed skin.
Puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles, dark circles!
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with our Bright Eye Serum. Roll onto under-eye area. Allow the oils to absorb into the skin (or gentle blend in with pinkie finger).
A first-of-its-kind Lip Treatment powered by Marine Glycoproteins to deeply hydrate, repair, soothe and protect lips. Designed to soak in deeply while gently lasting for hours, leaving the lips feeling quenched all day long. Comes in two flavors: Unscented – Unscented and Unflavored, but deliciously nourishing. Like a refreshing glass of ice cold water for your lips, with just a touch of sweetness. Blueberry French Toast – A scrumptious nod to our Maine roots, with notes of maple syrup, wild Maine blueberries, cinnamon, butter and caramelized vanilla.
Whatever you’re doing for Valentine’s Day, whether you’re staying snuggled up at home or going out, Lisa-Marie’s Made in Maine has everything you need to make it extra special, in-store and online!
Spend the Maine Morning with Breakfast in Bed
New England Cupboard has you covered for a delicious breakfast! From pancakes to popovers, stop into our our historical downtown Bath or Portland Old Port shops for a mix that will make for a fun, easy & delicious start to your Valentine’s Day.
Whatever you’re making a delicious meal for your sweetie or just yourself, we have all of the essentials! Pick up a couple of handmade bowls, Maine-themed glasses for your beverage of choice, & a bottle of hot sauce (made with seaweed!) if you want to keep it spicy. 😉
We can’t talk about Valentine’s Day without talking about gifts – even if they’re only for yourself.
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Chocolate may be a bit cliche this time of year, but Haven’s makes some of the best around! Whatever your loved one’s sweet tooth is craving, you can find something for them in one of our shops.
🌼 💐🌸 We all love flowers, but it’s always so sad to see them start to wilt after a week. Why not get some flowers that you can keep forever? From pens to pendants, we have plenty of flowers in-store that will always stay fresh.
If you’re spending the day loving yourself, you can’t go wrong with a bubble bath. Pop your bubbly of choice & grab a bath bomb from Miss Moonmaker for a “fizz-tastically luxurious” soak.
Throw in a delicious smelling candle, dim the lights, & enjoy. Take your self care game to the next level, add a BeeDandy sugar scrub & body butter!
Take your Self-Care Night to the next level with our tips in the DIY Maine Spa Night blog featuring our favorite skincare and relaxing products from Maine.
The beginning of a new year brings with it a couple of reasons to celebrate – we made it through the holiday season AND end of year inventory, which means we deserve a staff party! It’s such a joy to have the team from both stores together to gather, laugh, eat and drink and take some time to relax together.
The cooler winter months were spent restocking the stores and adding new inventory to our online offerings. Here’s some of the Maine made products that were added to our website in early 2023.
Heather made sure we had these in time for Valentine’s Day and we’re sure glad she did! They are the perfect gift to share a fun experience with someone special, and create a little something to commemorate the event.
Pro tip : Snag a sharpie and sign the back with the date and a little love note for later.
It’s always exciting when Sue is able to find rare shades of red sea glass in her beach combing. These one-of-a-kind pieces are sometimes turned into pendants and brought to us. This dark burgundy piece (with a tiny little pearl above!) got snatched up real fast.
If you are interested in a pendant made from rare red sea glass, subscribe to the product and you’ll get an email if/when we get another one! Red Sea Glass Necklace
Phil forages through the woods of Western Maine in search of antlers naturally shed by the majestic moose that reside there. He then turns the gorgeous bone into the hilt of a knife.
These frosted glass beads are wrapped in sterling silver. Authentic sea glass is becoming harder and harder to find, but maker Sheila has found a way of emulating the surf-tumbled look of sea glass in these delightful little earrings. They are the perfect addition to any outfit!
We are thrilled to have new maker, Gabby with us. She specializes in taking vibrant Maine flower blooms and sealing them within resin to create stunning earrings and necklaces.
From her mugs impressed with Maine sea shells and evergreen branches to her earring holders glazed in the colors of the Maine seaside, you’ll never find two pieces of Nancy’s pottery to be the same.
We welcomed a lot of new Maine products to the website in the cold beginning months of the year, but we are most excited about
The Most Precious Addition of 2023.
The newest member of the Lisa-Marie’s family was welcomed in February, and though he isn’t quite old enough to work (😉 hehe) he sure is bringing lots of joy to everyone. Lisa-Marie and Andy have been making sure to take some time away from the role of “Store Owners” to take on the even more important role of “Nana and Pops.”
🌱 SPRING 🌼
In April we celebrated 13 years of business in the Old Port!
Read about our 13 items hand-picked to celebrate 13 years on Exchange Street in Portland.
As the snow starts to melt and the sun decides to stay out a little longer we get a new sense of excitement as we begin to prepare for all our summer visitors. Spring 2023 brought a few more fun additions to our Maine made online offerings…
These came to us just in time for Baby Shower season. With 4 different prints and 3 different sizes available you’re sure to find the perfect Maine onesie for the new ones in your life. That “Maine Pride” starts young!
“Do you have a State of Maine cookie cutter?” For so long the answer was “no” but thanks to Jeff Crider we are SO excited to now be able to say “YES!” We’re pleased to have their nautical cookie cutters available online now but you can shop their seasonal selection (like christmas trees or hearts) in-store.
We are so proud to be one of the first Maine retailers to be selling this amazing cream. Maybe you’ve seen it in your social media feed? This Soothing Hydration Cream is made with marine glycoproteins and it’s a remedy for sensitive, itchy, eczema-prone skin. Patrick and Amber created Marin while studying bioengineering at UMaine Orono and we’re so pleased to be supporting these young, Maine entrepreneurs!
Over the years we’ve been asked several times for pottery travel mugs, and now that Muddy Toes Pottery is part of the Lisa-Marie’s Maker Family we are excited to finally be able to say YES!
The family behind Cobb’s Hill has been making maple syrup for nearly two decades, and adding novel infusions for about five. We LOVE the variety and are so happy to carry it online as well as in store!
In anticipation of our 20th anniversary in Bath, Maine we decided to host a series of Meet the Maker events in our Bath location to get people excited and meet some of these clever Mainers in person!
8 Meet the Makers:
#1: “Meet the Maker 20th Kickoff:” May 27th – feat. David of Mainely Pens and Tenley of Lobster Designs.
#2: June 3rd – feat. Kate of Bixby Chocolate and Joe with his Lobster Trap Caddies.
#3: June 17th – Sue of Latitude 43 Designs and Pam of Olde Haven Farm.
#4: July 1st (Heritage Days! 🎉) – Gail of Miller Designs and Dan of Cobbs Hill Sugarhouse.
#5: July 13th – Ben of Benjamin Williamson Photography and Charlie of Maine Towns Playing Cards.
#6: July 29th – Mary and Joe of Devenney Pottery and their daughter Nina of Wild Rosie.
#7: August 19th – Gabby of Simply Tilton.
#8: Last, *Rescheduled,* but Not Least!: September 16th – Alexis of Art by Alexis, Bailey of Bailey DeBiase Ink, and Jen of Miss Moonmaker Maine.
Summertime in Maine brings the hustle and bustle of visitors from all over the world and while we’re always busy in store helping tourists pick out the perfect piece of Maine to bring home we still found some time to add some new offerings online.
Dish towels are the perfect travel gift. They fold up tightly, they won’t break no matter where they end up in your luggage, and can even be used to help protect more fragile items while traveling. They also make the perfect useful souvenir to remind you of your time in Vacationland.
Salty Sail Bags are made with recycled sailcloth, recycled outdoor canvas fabric and nylon braided rope. The best part about these tote bags is that they are FULL OF POCKETS, inside and out.
We are so excited about this jewelry line made by Jess. These dainty necklaces in silver and gold are SO Maine…. some of them really are the state of Maine!
Jess also casts pendants from REAL MAINE shells. These necklaces are available in Bath and online.
…while it may not be 5 o’clock there is no wrong time of day to use a glass etched by Reclaimed Maine. Available in curvy “wine” shape and simple “beer” shape and etched with designs created by Mainer Mary.
We were also THRILLED to have helped arrange the EXTRA EXTRA large buoy centerpiece to be used as a guest book for a Maine wedding. We LOVE this unique idea! Email us if you want one for your Maine wedding guest book.
🍁 FALL 🍂
Celebrating 20 years in Bath, Maine
We can’t believe we’ve had a brick and mortar store on Front Street for TWENTY YEARS! What started as one tiny little storefront at 170 Front Street where Marie and Josh used to hang out after school while Lisa-Marie worked now spreads FOUR storefronts wide and has promoted HUNDREDS of Maine Makers and employing over 20 people.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Bath on September 30th to celebrate this momentous occasion and thank you to all that added to the Tribute video for Lisa-Marie and Andy. We wouldn’t be here without all of you and we are so grateful.
👇 Watch the Tribute video here!
Chocolate is BACK!
In the warmer months we remove chocolate from our online offerings because shipping something that melts doesn’t always turn out well. But once the cooler months roll around we are putting it back online, just in time to send your favorite Maine chocolates to your friends for the holidays.
We like to make things as easy for you as possible. So in anticipation of the busy shopping season ahead Lisa-Marie hand picked items to be a part of our Ready-to-Go Gift Packages. While typically only available online it did inspire a few customers to put together some Customized Maine Gift Packages on their own for their friends and family “from away”.
We just can’t get enough of Ben’s work and he did not disappoint this year. The weather gave him lots of opportunities for crazy skies and stunning sunsets and boy did he capture them. We can’t wait to see what he comes up with in 2024!
Nature Creations
Tammy arranges Maine shells and colorful pieces of glass to create decorative pieces of art, often featuring flower bouquets.
One of the most asked for items in the month of December! Remember that hydration cream in a bright orange bottle from the Spring? Well Marin doubled down and made a Lip Treatment to rival any angry Maine winter storm. Made with the same Marine glycoprotiens but available in TWO options – Unscented and Blueberry French Toast.
Kitty Lamb Mixes
Joining us right before the holidays were these SUPER easy to make and deliciously decadent baking mixes.
Fudgy Browie
Gooey Pumpkin Cake
The descriptions are accurate, they are in fact Fudgy & Gooey.
Harborworks Beanies
After trying out his popular short- sleeved button downs, Michael asked us if we wanted to try out his beanies. He designed these classic Maine creatures
Black Bear on Charcoal Grey
Brown Moose on Forest Green
Red Lobster on Navy Blue
each stitched into the fold of these warm and comfortable beanies. We only received a few in our Portland store but stay tuned and you just might be able to snag your very own online.
This year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving we collected donations for the Bath Area Food Bank, then at the end of the day we decided to continue it for a bit longer. Every dollar donated in this time period was matched by Lisa-Marie’s and we were so pleased to be able to support such a vital organization in our small community. Thank you all for your support in this giving season!
Bright Night Bath
This year’s City of Bath Holiday Tradition took place on December 8th and the Lisa-Marie’s elf was out and about discovering all the fun things to do during Bright Night Bath in the City of Ships.
When Portland Downtown puts on a holiday event, we show up – with bells on!
This year, one of our amazing team members even dressed as Santa *insert the classic Buddy the Elf quote: “Santa! I KNOW HIM!“* and brought smiles to SO many!
We had Gingerbread Candy Land as the inspiration and we are so pleased our hard work creating this sweet winter scene for the Portland Downtown Holiday Window Contest. And thanks to all of our social media friends we won the Community Choice Award! Thank you so much!!
As we reflect on the year gone by, we’re thrilled to unveil the top 12 Maine-Made favorites of 2023, straight from Lisa-Marie’s cherished Bath, Portland, and online shop! From luscious lip balms to dazzling jewelry, irresistible treats for your furry companions to enchanting home decor, and an array of specialty foods that’ll tantalize your taste buds – there’s something for everyone in this handpicked selection of local treasures. Join us as we celebrate the essence of Maine through these beloved products that have captured hearts far and wide!
#12: Lobsterman’s Cool Kiss Lip Balm
Just online, you bought 101 Cool Kiss Lip Balms. That’s a lot of chapped lips saved! 💋
In Bath alone, 186 Sand Dollar Necklaces by Sarah went out the door wrapped up as gifts, or fastened around necks in preparation for compliments to come.
#10: Catnip
There must be a lot of “cat people” visiting our shops. In Bath alone, 216 Catnip Sacks by Calling All Cats were destined as treats for furry friends back home.
With the variety of patterns and colors, there’s no guessing why Sue’s Oyster Shell Ring Dishes make such wonderful gifts and Maine souvenirs. 283 of them sold in Portland throughout the year, and they may have ended up all over the world!
A popular souvenir no matter the season. Iconic of Maine and easy to travel with, you chose the Red Maine Lobster Ornament by Devenney Pottery over any other ornament – 330 times to be exact, and that’s just in Portland!
What’s the top seller in Bath you wonder? These adorable, beachy Magnet Letters, only available in-store at 170 Front Street. They make a cute and customizable gift that’s useful, too. A whopping 585 of them sold throughout 2023! 😲
#6: Maine Maple Syrup
It seems you’ve always got a hankering for Maine Maple Syrup, no matter where you are. In Bath, Portland, and online [combined] you bought 658 3.4oz jugsof Pure Maine Maple Syrup! We hope you enjoyed every sweet drop!
When you visited our shops in Bath and Portland, you knew you needed these when you arrived at the counter to checkout: Maine Postcards!
Between our two brick-and-mortar shops, you bought 813 postcards to send to friends and family, or take home to add to your own travel wall.
#4: Haven’s Lobster & Pebbles Chocolate
You may have jokingly told someone you’d bring back some lobster after visiting Maine…and you did! After shopping with us in Bath and Portland, 819 of Haven’s Chocolate Lobsters & Pebbles went home with you – you kept your word!
Whether you knew what they were or not, Maine Needhams sounded enticing. Dark Chocolate? Coconut? Potato?! What’s not to love? Between Bath and Portland, 915 Single Maine Needhams provided a sweet pick-me-up in the moment, or were tossed into your shopping bag to share and try with others later.
Maine’s state fruit is ALWAYS a winner. Over 1,000 Maine blueberry jams, jellies & spreads went from our shelves to states near and far (and internationally, too!). Everyone deserves to try the sweet, sweet taste of Maine’s favorite berry!
Someone’s got a sweet tooth…and maybe it’s you! Over 2,000 bags of Wilbur’s tempting hand-crafted treats were purchased between our Bath, Portland and online shops. These were your top 3 favorites: Chocolate Covered Blueberries, Lobstah-to-Go Gummies, & Milk Chocolate Moose Poops.
