by Marie | Jan 22, 2021 | Maine Made Products, Maine Makers, Seasonal
How does Beth feel about painting your memories? As far back as I can remember, I have always loved making Christmas ornaments. I would make them for my own Christmas tree during my children’s growing years and for gift for family and friends. I would make them...
by Marie | Jan 17, 2021 | Maine Made Products
In our physical stores we carry the work of over 450 Maine Makers, and dozens of artists who create artwork in a variety mediums – watercolor, acrylic, pen & ink and even felt. Sometimes prints are made from these originals. Sometimes the artist brings us...
by Marie | Jan 10, 2021 | Maine Made Products
The sunlight cascading over the Kennebec River was flooding through our front windows and the rays of light shining through the brightly colored stained glass created such a warm inviting glow we just had to take a moment to stop, admire and appreciate the little...
by Marissa | Jan 2, 2021 | Lisa-Marie's Happenings, Seasonal
A new year, a fresh start, a blank slate. 2021 brings with it the opportunity to set some new goals, and begin the next 365 days with a fresh mindset. It’s important to set aside a moment–whether it be the few minutes you take to sit and eat breakfast...
by Marissa | Jan 2, 2021 | Lisa-Marie's Happenings, Seasonal
The Portland Crew: Barb, Marissa, & Amanda Barbora McCrillis Barb’s got a few mountains to tackle in 2021… She wants to set aside time to do more of the things she enjoys. “I am going to dedicate more time to Keramika Designs. I would [also]...
by Marissa | Jan 1, 2021 | Lisa-Marie's Happenings, Seasonal
Farewell 2020, Hello 2021 Get Excited About The Future, The Past Won’t Mind Lisa-Marie’s Made in Maine is a small, local, family-owned business.Pictured here are the three individuals who have worked together to build what this business has become:a place...
by Marissa | Oct 2, 2020 | Maine Made Products
Flour Sack Towels: For the Hands, the Dishes, and the Home Flour sack towels, also known as tea towels, have a long history that dates back to the 1800’s when staples such as flour and sugar were packaged in tightly woven cotton bags or “sacks.” By...
by Marissa | Sep 8, 2020 | Lisa-Marie's Happenings, Maine Made Products
Cribbage: A Test of My Skill Versus Your Luck Okay, I’ll admit it. I am not a true Mainer. Born and raised in Rhode Island, my childhood summers consisted of family beach days in Newport and Narragansett, walks through historic Wickford Village, and late nights...
by Marissa | Jul 31, 2020 | Maine Made Products
“Forever forbidden to seek the world of men, her gleaming tears will rise until she sees her love again.” Sea glass can be found on shorelines across the world, and Maine is home to many lucky beachcombers. As a child, I meandered along coastal waters in search of...
by Marissa | Jul 23, 2020 | Lisa-Marie's Happenings, Maine Made Products, Maine Makers
The History of Maine’s First Flag Maine’s first flag was designed in 1901 and came through the Legislature via marine committees. Seamen wanted a flag that could be recognized at a distance. The blue star and pine tree fit the bill–with two bold...
by Marissa | Jul 20, 2020 | Maine Made Products
Check out our featured collection of buoy bells made in Maine HERE.
by Marissa | Jul 9, 2020 | Lisa-Marie's Happenings, Maine Travel
July kicks off with “Clean Beaches Week,” a time to celebrate our beautiful beaches and ensure that they stay clean and safe for generations to come. While this week only takes place from July 1-7, we hope to promote our Maine community to consistently and...
