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#shoplocal “Wrap Me Up” Shopping at Duckworths!

Destination Duckworth’s for super delicious meals and wonderful treats for the family (including your pooch)!

The shelves at Duckworths are lined with a fabulous selection of to-go lunches and dinners, baked treats, charming and useful housewares, jams and jellies, Panettone, and even ginger bread men for your fur baby.

Lately, I have been popping in for their quiche for a yummy to-go treat and both versions are equally scrumptious and difficult to chose between – the mushroom leek and the broccoli cheddar.

Michelle, David, and Colleen

Truly the best part about shopping at Duckworths is the always welcoming staff. We’re so thrilled to have Duckworth and Co back in the neighborhood, sharing their exquisite culinary treats and welcoming ways <3

Duckworth’s is located at 197 East Main Street, Gloucester. Visit Duckworth’s website here for the weekly menu.

 

#shoplocal IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS – SHOPPING AT ALEXANDRA’S BREAD!

Destination Alexandra’s Bread for wonderful, whimsical holiday gifts!

The bakery is bursting with collectibles and holiday themed hostess gifts and home goods. Festive tea towels, handmade ornaments, enamelware, luxurious soaps, local honey, prints, and even a vintage cheese box are just some of the treasures to be found at Alexandra’s.

Alexandra’s Bread is located at 265 Main Street in Gloucester

Alexandra’s specially designed 400th anniversary commemorative plates and mugs make absolutely fantastic holiday gifts!

Covered cheese box, with tiny holes to keep moisture from building up within

Gloucester’s very own Sea Serpent Nessie prints by Haig Demarjian

Lobster themed enamelware

Unique felt ornamentsAnd Plover Tees, too, for both adults and babie

 

 

#shoplocal AVA AND RUBY LOVELIEST OF GIFT BUNDLES!!

Over the weekend my daughter Liv and I headed to The Barn at Todd Farm. We simply love how Barbara Breaker, the proprietor, decorates her multi-dealer shop, especially at Christmas time. All the dealers stock and decorate their individual areas in the holiday spirit as well. We find the most amazing vintage treasures at The Barn at Todd Farm, from housewares to jewelry to furniture to festive decor.

I also brought along my camera to take photos of my dear friend Briar Forsythe’s display at The Barn for a post I had planned for today. Briar has a wonderful new business endeavor, Ava and Ruby, where along with her friend Dona, create the loveliest of gift bundles. Each of the themed bundles are thoughtfully curated and packaged exquisitely. One of my favorites is the one for the baker on your shopping list.

Ava and Ruby bundles range in price from $44.00 to under $200.00. Shipping is very reasonable, a flat fee for all bundles. You can either purchase the gift bundles at The Barn at Todd Farm or at their online marketplace here at Ava and RubyJoyful surprise of surprises, when I arrived home Monday, there was a package waiting from Briar, addressed to Charlotte and myself. We eagerly opened to find inside the baker’s gift bundle!! The lovely hand painted box (that also serves as a recipe box) is a treasure trove of fun. Included are a charming polka dot tea towel, cookie cutters, a complete set of measuring cups and spoons, ruby red sparkle sugar, and blank cookie recipe booklet for keeping track of your favorite cookie recipes. Charlotte was thrilled, and me, even more so!

Check out Ava and Ruby’s website here: Ava and Ruby. And visit The Barn at Todd Farm at 275 Main Street, Rowley. The barn is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11am til 5pm, and on Sundays from 10am til 4pm.