This little shop has stolen my heart. Hand-painted silk scarves, pottery, paintings, hand-made cards and eclectic artisan gifts in a rustic, serene setting. If you’re local, you must visit Barn In Bloom!
I’ve had several delightful chats with owner and creative, Sarah. (Be sure to check hours first: open Wed. – Sat. only.) Savor homemade soups and artisan breads next door at Buckley’s Bakery and Cafe.
Tattle tale on me: I left my sunroof open on a 74° February day last week. Not recommended here in NH. It snowed 5″ the next day. YASSS! I was shocked to discover my fronts seats and console filled with the white stuff late the next day, had to grab a shovel. Reminds me of that other time when I forgot something else pretty important.
But spring is not so far away. (A girl can dream!) Here’s the personalized doormat I have and love.
Pure sweetness!
Scrumptious and unusual: a slice of fresh rosemary olive oil cake I shared with a friend here. Worth the splurge. This unique little cafe featuring farm to table and Mediterranean cuisine has a free online recipe club . (I signed on the dotted line and so can you.)
“Criticism, like rain, should be gentle enough to nourish a man’s growth without destroying his roots.” -Frank A. Clark
It’s school vacation week here in NH and all continues to be chaotic with our kitchen remodel. A fun adventure none-the-less. Loved hearing about your kitchen renovations in the comments last week, thank you! And look forward to sharing the “after” pictures of ours here. Whenever “after” finally arrives. 🙂 (Patience is a virtue, so I’m told.)
Enjoying a cup of this in the quiet this morning.
It’s stormy here on the East coast this weekend, stay safe!
Kellie says
I have never been to Barn and Bloom and now can’t wait to go & stop by the bakery on the same trip! And I’d love a personalized door mat for Maine…I would like to name the cottage first. I think that would be cool! And I can’t wait to see the Kitchen reveal!!!
Allie says
Hi Kellie – THANK YOU!! So exciting to see all the progress. Can’t wait to see what you’ll name your cottage. I know it will be fun. I have a foodie blogger friend who named hers the Subourbon Cottage. Fitting. 🙂 The doormats are offered by Rugs That Fit, and it’s my cousin Danny’s business. We are super proud of him and all his hard work, these doormats are now being offered through Bed Bath and Beyond. You’ll def. enjoy Barn in Bloom – the best deal at Buckley’s is their day old rack by the front door. Check it out! xo
Louise Achor says
This is great!
Allie says
Thank you Aunt Pinkie! xo
Susie Mandel says
Barn in Bloom–on the list! And that YouTube video is SO adorable!! Have a wonderful and productive weekend with kitchen reno work. We are looking forward to seeing a certain someone down here today. 😉
Allie says
Good Susie – glad you have it on the bucket list. They also make their own homemade ice creams. (YAY!) I have yet to try them, maybe this summer. I know Jonathan had fun on Saturday night, thanks so much for taking the time to squeeze him into your busy schedule. He really enjoyed the visit. xo
Tracy says
One of my favourite reads!! I never knew about the Barn in Bloom. I can’t wait to go either! Especially with Buckley’s Bakery and Cafe next door. I love that bakery too. But I think I am going to Love your new kitchen most of all!!
Allie says
Oh thank you Tracy – I loved my first visit to Buckley’s with you! You’ll love Barn In Bloom… such a lovely boutique! xo
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
What a lovely little store! I wish I lived in that area so I could visit it. Hope the kitchen remodel is coming along!
Allie says
Thanks so much Kathy, things are definitely coming along here! We’ve gone almost two weeks now without a kitchen sink, oven or stove top. Looks like it’s going to be another week at least before I have those items, and probably two before the kitchen is finished. Hopefully it will be worth all the inconvenience!
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