Shop Local….The Wooden Indian is one of those boutiques that couldn’t be more local. Located on the trendy Baltimore Avenue, it is an iconic shop in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It has been here since 1977. If Frances Cowgill happens to be there when you visit, please ask her to tell you from the beginnings ot The Wooden Indian until now. She has been there all that time. Location? 25 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-8331. Find them on Facebook. Website? http://www.woodenindianltd.com
Every time I have written about The Wooden Indian I have to mention that when my kids were very young I would bring them into the store. The first time they looked at me probably thinking “if you break it, you buy it”. What they did not know then was that I would have told them that they could only touch with their eyes. Amazingly so I never had a problem.
The Wooden Indian has an extensive bridal registry department. China, crystal, silverware and other gifts appropriate for weddings and parties in a wide variety of prices.
Exquisite brands…the store is beautifully appointed. Upon entering you feel right at home. Not only a friendly staff, but the building itself is cozy.
Great pillows to refresh those sofas at home.
We, here in Delaware, have tax free shopping. It really is a big savings, so take the opportunity to shop in our beach towns. At The Wooden Indian, they can fix party baskets for all seasons. They will wrap your gifts beautifully. They also can ship.
I don’t know about you but my friends are grandparents now many times over. Baby gifts that are unique can be found at The Wooden Indian. Look how cute they are.
You have to agree that they are very different from what you get in other stores.
I can guarantee you that you will find that perfect gift you are looking for.
Summer 2019 is here….and so is June. We have many coastal weddings, taking advantage of our beautiful resort towns.
Until next time…..Relax, You are At The Beach!!
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Among the shops that line up Main Street in the historic town of Berlin, Maryland you will find a new shop called NEST. This shop is only new to the Main Street area but NEST has now been in business for some time. Change of location but same concept.
NEST is located at 11 South Main St., Berlin, Maryland, 21811. The location is right across the street from the new Chamber of Commerce. Tel. 410-629-1030. E-mail nest.berlin@gmail.com. It opens Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sundays from 12 Noon until 4 p.m.
Just like all the other shopkeepers that abound in Berlin, Dee, welcomes you with a nice smile. Throughout the shop you will find niches of vintage treasures, local art, housewares, home accents, and decorative items.
There is a lot to take in, so make sure you take your time in strolling through her shop. Dee is more than willing to inform you where each piece has come from in detail, whether it is an antique or a work of art.
NEST is a definitely an eclectic store; you can find surprises in every corner.
Dee is also known for her artistic talents. I saw that in the store already some of her Old World Santas have made an appearance. These santas are handsculpted by Dee. She uses dry clay; the faces are painted in acrylic. They are collectibles and very much sought after. Vintage fabrics are utilized for their clothing, as well. Call the store for more information or if you would like to place an order.
Dee is a seamstress, as well. She makes colorful aprons with contrasting fabrics that are really cute. Custom bags are on display at NEST, as well. They have great fabric color combinations and textures; the patterns and colors changing with the seasons.
As I was chatting away, earrings caught my eye. Vey cute and made by Lex.
This is the perfect time of the year to stroll through Berlin. There is something about it….yes, it is pretty!!
“A NEST is a place of refuge to hold an animal’s eggs and/or to provide a place to live or raise offsprings. They are usually made of some organic material such as twigs, grass and leaves.”
As I first stepped into this charming and eclectic shop I got the feeling that I was being nurtured. I felt good about it. I don’t know if it was Dee or Hannah. They are the mother and daughter duo that are the shopkeepers. They are both so friendly and I have known them for quite some time. You know, school in Berlin, children the same ages, lacrosse and on and on. The friendships that are made in the formative years of our children are definitely, keepers.
NEST is located on 116 Broad Street, Suite 3 in Berlin, MD 21811. Tel. 410-629-1030. E-mail address is nest.berlin@gmail.com. You can also find NEST on Facebook.
NEST is open 7 days a week with plenty of street parking. Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sundays 12 p.m. until 4 p.m.
From Rehoboth Beach it takes about 45 minutes to get to Berlin. Not far at all from Ocean City. I have found that the town of Berlin looks great. People are out and about, the stores are well stocked, the restaurants are crowded and serving a variety of foods for all kinds of discriminating palates.
NEST is not a big store but Dee and Hannah have chosen so many neat things to make it unique.
The store opened in September of 2010. Dee is well known for her Santas. She probably did not notice that one caught my eye. Tucked away in a corner, waiting for the month where he will truly shine. All handmade with gorgeous materials.
Here are a few others that I was lucky to see some time ago.
As you enter NEST the Tibetan pillows are the first burst of color that capture your eyes. Soft and beautiful.
Dee loves to sew. She told me so. Her aprons have great color combinations.
She also makes the boppyowl handbags. Fine quality fabrics; plenty of pockets and just perfect for the summer. They can also be given as a present to a new mother.
Antique willow trunks from China.
Or, maybe the 19th century Delaware blue milk paint stepback cupboard.
The woman’s face. The pillows are all from Jude Robinson. Jude is from Snow Hill, Maryland.
The landscapes on the walls are by John Sauers from Darlington, Maryland.
The animal paintings are from Beverly Lynch, Newark, Maryland.
The Rooster paintings and pig drawing are from Caryn Strauser, Baltimore, Maryland.
There is jewelry and earrings by Lex.
And, then there is the String Doll Gang. The string dolls appeared on the markets of Thailand in 2004. They are made out of one single strand of string. Since then a whole cottage industry has sprung. Each has a special good-luck power that is written on a fabric tag. The Designer? Kamibashi, which maintains fair trade practices.
Outdoor carpets, napkins and placemats.
Vases, serving pieces, keepsake boxes and a variety of lamps.
Conversation pieces?
And then, there is Pete. The mascot. You cannot help but fall in love with him. He is part of that nesting, nurturing kind of feeling, as well.
So, there you have it. Stop by and say hello to Dee and Hannah. Once you meet them, you will think you have known them forever.
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