Mar. Floral and Botanicals

I stopped in at Mar. Floral and Botanicals, a new florist in Old Saybrook. ....

Bon Vivant

It's easy to see why designer Robin Rountree's shop, Bon Vivant, is a hang out. She's a southern girl who makes everyone feel welcome. ....

Washi Tape

I’m a late-comer to Washi Tape. But the rest of the world seems to know about this fascinating product from Japan that allows you to stick anything anywhere with no harm to the wall or image.....

Saybrook Country Barn

I always stop in to the Barn during the holidays for bits of holiday decor (last year I picked up a perfect vintage ice-skate for the back door) and room after room dolled up for the season.....

Maynard Greenhouse

I can’t help but write about Maynard’s (again) because it’s such a special little place and only open for a month every year.....

Tasting Party

On the prowl for a few rolls of inexpensive wrapping paper, I found stacks of these wonderful mini everything!....

Saybrook Country Barn

For a full-on holiday experience, I can't resist a visit to Saybrook Country Barn this time of year, and apparently, neither can most of the Shoreline!....

Maynard Greenhouse

Here you'll find all manner of ornaments, French ribbons, festoons, angels, glitter, snowballs, icicles and wrapping paper!....

Bon Vivant Studio

Robin's an accomplished interior designer and offers a fantastic service: Designer-for-a-Day. She'll come to you, rearrange your furniture, evaluate your trouble spots and help figure out how to improve your space on a budget.....

Chateau Chic

Fans of Shabby Chic and Rachel Ashwell will love this cozy cottage filled with freshly-painted vintage furniture in muted shades of ivory, pale blue and gray, mottled wall mirrors, antique perfume bottles, beaded purses, crystal chandeliers and slim French vol....

Odds and Ends

This mom and pop shop is run by an enthusiastic young couple committed to an old fashioned idea: create hand-crafted furniture and sell it retail right next door! ....

My Coffee Table

Funny, if you live with something long enough, you no longer notice it (family members excluded)....

Maynard Greenhouse

Every Thanksgiving weekend, Carol at Maynard Greenhouse sets her rampant imagination free and transforms her tiny store into a French Nordic fantasyland. ....

Patricia Spratt

Crazy bargains---up to 75% off---on Patricia Spratt's coveted home accessories, made right here in CT.....

Maynard Greenhouse Holiday Shop

Ribbons of velvet organza and hand-dyed silk, exquisite wrap, ornaments everywhere, even festoons! ....

Saybrook Country Barn

I was surprised and delighted to find a rather contemporary offering at this classic shop. ....