May 24th, 2011
Downtown Rehoboth Beach is a fun place to shop. Many of the stores and restaurants are easily found on the “Avenue” but some of the most interesting ones are found on the side streets that weave around this coastal town. From the beach you can stroll through the town; it is that relaxed. It is also that casualness, fun and eclectic lifestyle that brings visitors every year to get away from it all. We, the residents, love it and know how special it is to live here.
I was walking on trendy Baltimore Avenue when a shop caught my eye. It seemed I had seen it somewhere else. It was in the Shops of the Rehoboth Mews. This is a “street mall”. Just one alley from Rehoboth Ave. to Baltimore Ave. with shops and coffee shops on either side.
The store is brand new in the Rehoboth Shopping Circuit. For the past 15 months they had been in Lewes, just up the road. Here, in town, they were getting great foot traffic.
Just like anywhere else, once a new store or restaurant opens people just show up. As I stepped into the store I noticed that there was abundant color throughout the store. Summertime brings that. You are at the beach so go for it.
This shop is fun, and very eclectic with affordable prices. A gift for a friend; an unexpected hostess gift, or your own personal indulgence.
Josephine’s Daughter is at 129 Rehoboth Ave., Suite D, 40 Rehoboth Mews. The tel. is 302-260-9577 and the website is http://www.josephinesdaughter.com. I think it is easier to find parking on Baltimore Ave. and access the store from that street. Please note that you can find Josephines Daughter on Facebook.
Come with me. Let’s go shopping. The pictures will show you a sample of what’s in store for you. Scarves and accessories.
Cute summer handbags.
There is a signature line of ankle high art-print boots.
These sandals were so cute. The pair comes with one set of decorative clip-ons; you can buy extra ones. The sandals were stylish, well made and comfortable.
There was another line of shoes and sandals, just as colorful as the rest and there were plenty of women trying them on and saying how good they felt on their feet.
I did not see too many things for men; therefore, I would say this store is predominantly for us, women. But wait, the game fish bottle openers will be for the guys.
The jewelry? One of a kind pieces made for Josephine’s Daughter.
I did not try the Saress on. This is called the ultimate beach dress; wear it from the beach to a happy hour; to dinner. It is supposed to be comfortable, stylish and always appropriate on or off the beach.
Then I saw the Wallaroo hats. I know this company. They are from Boulder, Colorado. The hats are available in a variety of styles for men, women and children.
The majority of the fabrics block 97.5% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Look for the label which determines which hats are UPF-50. If you want to learn more about this company, please visit www.wallaroohats.com. Josephine’s daughter had a nice selection.
Josephine’s daughter has home accents, as well. A vase here, a mirror there. Serving pieces and wine stoppers.
The store has a second floor with some furniture and art, as well. That room was being put together. But, this is what I found.
Customers, smiles, laughter, strolling with a friend, summertime, the beach….it is great.
Have a good one……talk to you later…
March 14th, 2011
One of the best thing about being in a small coastal town or a small town for that matter, is that as you walk and enter different shops you become familiar with the friendly shopkeeppers. A winning smile and a friendly disposition is all it takes.
I was walking on Atlantic Ave. the other day and right across from the Veterans Park by the Intracoastal and next to the Old School Bakery, a lady was coming out of the store. I stopped and asked her if she owned the shop and she said yes. I praised the beautiful colors and asked if I could come in.
Varietai is located at 812 E. Atlantic Ave. in Delray Beach. Tel. 561-455-2767. E-mail address is varietai.delray@gmail.com. The shopkeepper? Michele Ramirez. If you have been in Delray for some time, you might remember a store called Durango’s Attic. Well, she was the owner of that store. About 3 months ago she opened Varietai. I had seen it and thought it looked great from the outside. Therefore, it was time to check it out.
As you come into the store there is a lot to absorb. Just like the name of Varietai, there is plenty of variety. If would be hard not to be able to find something for your home, for a girlfriend, teacher, you name it; she has something for everyone. She has new items but there are also plenty of items on consignment, as well.
As I browsed a unique collection of furniture, art, lamps and jewelry, my eyes were gravitating to the floor. The painted floor was done by Michele. The floor was cement and it was covered from corner to corner with art; the koi taking center stage.
Michele also paints on glass and it is for sale, as well.
There is a collection of very attractive jewelry from Australia; the colors and stones unique.
Michele store is warm; not fussy. Again, I have to mention the colors because they are bright and a definition of what South Florida is all about.
Varietai offers a great collection of pillows. Michele said the pillows are becoming very popular and they are very well priced.
And here are the rest of the pictures so that you can she what can be found in this very well stocked shop.
If you have any questions, please call Michele at the above mentioned telephone number or you can also e-mail at varietai.delray@gmail.com.
Talk to you later……
August 15th, 2010
Discovering new beach towns!! It has been a lot of fun. Last week I stayed in Atlantic Beach, but right next to it, in the next block is Neptune Beach.
I found a cluster of shoppes at 200 First Street. There are 7 businesses located at this location. What’s unique about it, is that they are all own and operated by women.
Some of these women have been born and raised in this community. Yes, those locals and natives I have talked about in past posts. They contribute to the community by working together and they support each other.
If you find yourselves in this area on a Friday night stop by because there will be music in the courtyard until October from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.
I spent time checking Red Daisy, one of the stores at 200 First Street. The owner? Tracy Raymond. The address is 201 Lemon Street, Suite 304, Neptune Beach, FL 32266. Tel. 904-339-0137. E-mail thereddaisy@comcast.net.
At first I thought it was just for outdoor decor, you know patio, etc. etc. As I came in I discovered that there is so much more. Actually, the store is pretty big.
Tracy was so nice and full of information. She is a native and this store reflects her passion for antiques; Florida vintage items and the contemporary designs, as well. She likes to mix things up.
The stores has paintings, flower arrangements, linens, towels, jewelry and those vintange items I have been mentioning.
During the 1940’s and 1950’s it was a time when the U.S. interstate system came about. People took to the roads and states wanted to capitalized on tourism. They made easily packable souvenirs. One such souvenir was a tablecloth that showed the tourist areas of that particular state. Those vintage tablecloths are now sought after.
Red Daisy has several of them. One that caught my attentions was all in red with the alligators around the edge. Others have different colors. Some people use them as such, frame them or even make pillows out of them if they are not in the best condition.
Here, have a peek to Red Daisy – classic, home, fun.
The Beaches Town Center is the heart of Neptune Beach and Atlantic Beach. It is where Atlantic Boulevard meets the ocean and just 12 miles east of downtown Jacksonville. It is a pedestrian friendly area, full of restaurants and shops; a destination appealing to tourists, locals and natives.
If you want to know what’s going on, please visit www.beachestowncenter.com.
Have a great day!!!!
May 9th, 2010
The Pottery Place has been around for many years. I remember the first time I met her owner, Sandy Flynn. She was the first person I met that rescued greyhounds. Wow, she would be so impressed if she came to Dewey Beach in the Fall and see what a turn-out the “Greyhounds at the Beach” get.
The Pottery Place was in Fenwick, and it still is. But, they have opened one in Rehoboth Beach. Sandy’s daughter, Kim, is the owner of Pottery Place. She runs both stores. I went to visit the store in Rehoboth Beach last Friday. It is in the “Forgotten Mile”, which is that stretch of highway as you leave Dewey Beach, going North. It really is not that forgotten; there are plenty of businesses along the highway. But, you might want to forget this stretch if you get caught in one of the many traffic jams on the week-end, at the height of the summer season.
Pottery Place is located on 20717 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1), Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-227-1660. The website is www.potteryplaceperks.com.
You cannot miss this store. The colors scream summertime and outdoor living!!
Pottery Place is funky, fun and fabulous. An eclectic mix of unique accessories. It has great items available for your home decor, but also gifty things and ideas. Tropical novelties and planters abound.
The Pottery Place was established in 1972. It is definitely a family business. They import merchandise from Indonesia, Africa, Thailand and China. They offer the largest selection of pottery on the beach, and they buy directly from potters from all over the world.
I hope you enjoy the pictures I have taken. They give you a glimpse into this very unique store.
Enjoy the weather!! It is so nice in the Delmarva Peninsula. Talk to you soon…
Note: Information for this post was taken from www.potteryplaceperks.com.
Pottery Place in Fenwick Island is located at the Sunshine Plaza, Rt. 1. Tel. 302-539-3603.
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