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We look forward to our annual Home Tour, with beautiful homes to admire, and wonderful wares from local artisans and vendors on display in all the homes on the tour and at our school.Save the date (on the Saturday before Thanksgiving) to attend our annual event!Be sure to visit the Groton Community Home Tour Bake Sale at the school to pick up delicious holiday treats! |
Artisans and Vendors 2008 In addition to the beautiful houses on the Groton Community Home Tour, dozens of local area crafters, merchants, and vendors will be present in homes and at Groton Community School to help you get a jump on the holiday shopping season. There will be extensive offerings for holiday gift buying, decorating, and entertaining. Checks or cash may be used to purchase tickets, or for artisan and vendor shopping in all locations. Keep checking back as more names will be added to the list!Displays at Groton Community School:
anna william - Jen Pratt anna william is a custom-made handbag company. You pick the bag and/or accessory that you'd like to design, then pick from over 100 fabulous fabrics that you would like your bag made from. The outcome is a one of a kind handbag that you've designed. Fall Special - Buy two, get a third item of equal or lesser value for 50% off. Don't miss this holiday special! Contact: 978-448-5153 or jenpratt@annawilliam.com
Patricia Axford Photography Fine art portraiture in the studio or on location. Specializing in portraits of infants, children, mothers-to-be, families and high school seniors. Pet portraits are also available. Contact: 978-448-2676 or 978-302-4956 (cell) or patty@axfordphotography.com
Robert Bicknell Photography www.robertbicknellphoto.com Specializing in scenic and nature photography with a variety of beautiful photographic prints and note cards of Groton and the New England area. Contact: 978-448-5256 or robertbicknellphoto@charter.netBody Mind Spirit Day Spa Body Mind Spirit Day Spa is dedicated to creating a relaxing atmosphere where the senses are awakened, the body is beautified, and the spirit is soothed. Our mission is to provide indulgent treatments in a tranquil environment, catering to our client's every need. Contact information: 978-449-0200
Cultural Care Au Pair Cultural Care Au Pair is the leading provider of intercultural childcare and educational exchange. A division of EF Education and a U.S. Department of State regulated program, Cultural Care Au Pair is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., with an extensive network of recruitment, screening and orientation offices worldwide. Holiday items, international cookbook and a children's CD will be available the morning of the Home Tour. Contact information: 800-333-6056 or Joanne.Hunt@culturalcare.com
Designs by Lucinda ® Pins Groton Community School (GCS) invites the public to help raise awareness about breast cancer, the issues surrounding homelessness and to help support education at GCS by purchasing Designs by Lucinda® Pins, on sale now at the school and again during the Groton Community Home Tour. Several themes/styles are available, representing challenging issues many of us face. The sale of all Lucinda’s Breast Cancer pins at GCS will benefit The Virginia Thurston Healing Garden in Harvard, MA. Holiday, children and other house pins are also available for purchase to benefit GCS. Lucinda has since expanded her pins for other social issues. She adds, “I personally invite you to make a difference in your community by wearing your pin close to your heart and spreading the message of the non-profit that you support every time you wear it. You too, can make an impact in your community.” Pins ® may be purchased from Groton Community School. For more information, please call 978-448-6179. You may also visit Lucinda’s website for more on her story at: http://www.lucinda.com/.
Groton Community School Recycle Bags Use these handy bags for groceries, or just carrying odds and ends, to reduce the use of paper or plastic bags. Help the earth and show your school pride, too!
Groton Community School Apparel and Logo Items Many items with our school name or logo are available for purchase! Call or stop by for information regarding school sweatshirts, tee shirts, shorts, skorts, baseball hats, memo pads, pencils, or logo stickers.
Donna M. Lynch Designs Hand painted glass art, slates, and pottery, plus calligraphy prints, which are framed and double matted. Contact: 978-448-8346 or dml148@juno.com
The Pampered ChefThe Pampered Chef, established in 1980, is the premier direct seller of high quality kitchen tools, entertaining pieces, cookware and pantry supplies. All backed by a generous guarantee. As an Independent Advanced Sales Director, Kerry Madden presents fun and lively cooking shows, teaching customers delicious recipe ideas for novice, busy and gourmet cooks alike! Hosts of our shows receive FREE and discounted merchandise while enjoying an interesting and informative cooking class with their friends. Kerry also provides time and budget friendly cooking tips, excellent customer service and training for new consultants. Pampered Chef consultants enjoy a flexible work schedule while earning an average of $20-25 per hour in commission. Visit her website for more information, to place an order or to schedule your own Pampered Chef Cooking Show. A percentage of the sales of orders placed before and during the Home Tour will directly benefit the Groton Community School as well as a cash donation to the school made in your name for scheduling your own cooking in November or December.. Both of Kerry's children now 8 and 15 are alumni of GCS. Check out our monthly specials and recipes! Representative: Kerry Madden, Independent Advanced Sales Director for The Pampered Chef Contact : 978-448-5985 to request a catalog. Shop securely 24/7 www.pamperedchef.biz/kerrymadden
Project Have HopeJessie Brothers and Shelley GrovePeace Tiles, bags, CDs and beautiful, colorful handmade jewelry will be available for purchase to empower women in the Acholi Quarter of Uganda. Project Have Hope provides education to women and their children, and assists women to establish business opportunities, to promote economic stability and sustainability.Most of the women are not only caring for their own children, but also the children of relatives who have died of HIV illnesses. Needy children receive a quality education that will help them to realize their potential and create a future filled with the basics of life: food, clean drinking water, access to medical care -all the things we take for granted. Project Have Hope taps into the artistry and industriousness of these extraordinary women, and gives families hope. 100% of the profits from the Home Tour will go to helping families in Uganda.
Stampin’ Up!Ali Manning, Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator www.newenglandstamper.com www.newenglandstamper.stampinup.net Offering an exclusive line of rubber stamp sets and accessories for greeting cards, scrapbooking, craft projects and home decor. Since 1988, Stampin' Up has offered a wide assortment of stamp images, techniques, and design ideas that have been helping crafters discover express their creativity. Independent Demonstrator Ali Manning will be showcasing many holiday samples and ideas and will have a listing of upcoming class and workshops. Cards will also be for sale. Contact: 978-448-3862 or alimanning@charter.net
Southern Living At Home www.southernlivingathome.com/nicoleworley Southern Living at HOME offers a wide variety of home decor, books about decorating and interior design, home organization, preparing for the holidays, cookbooks, as well as many magazine titles perfect for gift giving! The wonderful product line from Southern Living at HOME offers functional, yet beautiful items for gift giving, decorating and organizing one's home. Southern Living at HOME celebrates what makes a house a home with beautiful products that are timeless in design. Treat yourself, family members, or friends to the amazing products that Southern Living at HOME has to offer! Independent Consultant: Nicole Worley Contact: 978-448-1262 or niclworley@msn.com
Tastefully Simple with Brenda Magno www.tastefullysimple.com/web/bmagno Tastefully Simple offers a wide selection of convenient, easy-to-prepare gourmet foods designed to help people spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the rest of their lives. Contact: 978-772-5167 Or bmagno@comcast.net
Tupperware www.my2.tupperware.com/wmauriello Please stop by and see what's new in Tupperware! Contact: Wendy Mauriello at 617-359-5969
Books by Usborne Books (Susan Fry) www.UsborneBooks123.com Usborne Books offers a selection of the best educational books around! Look here for educational and FUN Award-Winning books for the whole family. Contact: 508-527-1964(cell) or usbornebooks123@yahoo.com Online shopping and personal consultations available.
Displays in Homes:
Applewild School Established in 1957, Applewild School is a coeducational day school serving students in grades Kindergarten through nine. For over fifty years Applewild has provided a unique learning environment which brings out the unique best in every child. It is a school where students discover their own passion for learning. More than a classroom, committed teachers, small class sizes, and excellent academic, arts and athletics combine to create a safe, wholesome environment in which trying hard and doing one's best are the norm. Contact: Terry Perlmutter, Director of Admission and Financial Aid, 120 Prospect Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, tperlmutter@applewild.org, 978-342-6053, ext 110
Be a Maniac For What You Wear www.maniacfor.com Maniac is a new, women owned apparel company who creates tee shirts that are soft and fitted for the curves of a woman. Your soon-to-be favorite tee shirt will reflect your positivity and MANIAC personality! Be a Maniac for what you wear. Visit our website at: www.maniacfor.com Contact: 508-523-2934 or julie@maniacfor.com
Boyan Moskov Pottery www.boyanstudio.com Boyan Moskov was born in Ruse, Bulgaria and relocated to New Hampshire with his wife in 2007. He started making pottery on the wheel when he was 13 years old and has continued this work for over 20 years. His pottery is a combination of art and function, he values pieces that have great form that can be used on a daily basis. Contact: boyanmoskov@gmail.com
Courtney’s Creations - Courtney Schwabe Jewelry designer, Courtney Schwabe creates hand crafted watches, bracelets, earrings and necklaces featuring sterling silver, Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls and gemstones. She offers fun, fashionable pieces for the young at heart as well as classic, elegant wares for the sophisticated ~ truly something for everyone at reasonable prices. Courtney's Creations can be found at Noa Gifts in Groton and West Concord. Contact info: 978-448-0976 or ccjewelry@aol.com
FACETS - Tracey Smith www.facetsbytracey.com FACETS offers a versatile line of sterling silver earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings and accessories. Tracey Smith’s creations are classic, affordable and unique. All pieces are handmade using sterling silver beads, crystals and semi precious gemstones. Contact: 978-433-8344 or trsmith5@charter.net
Hands-On Knits New this year, are beautiful shawls knitted in natural fibers such as alpaca, cotton and rustic natural wool. We have selected the most beautiful colors for you to wear or give to your family and friends as gifts. They are practical and stylish and one size fits all. We have adorned each shaw with buttons made of natural materials such as wood, coconut and sea shell. You may custom order a shawl, if you like as the fibers and buttons will be available for your personal selection or you may find just what you want to take home with you. Contact: 978-433-1962 or HandsOnNatural@charter.net
Hands-On Natural Soap Hands-On Natural Soaps are made from saponified pure vegetable oils and essential/fragrance oils. Organic aloe vera is blended in to make an even more luxurious soap. All of the soaps are made in small batches, 18 bars. No animal fats or artificial colors are ever used, the colors are natural or derived from herbs. Many of the soaps are textured or flecked with herbs, grains, seeds and dried flowers to add interest and to complement the scent. Each batch of soap is made with great care and commitment to quality. The soap is long lasting and lathers up beautifully, a pleasure to use everyday. Contact: 978-433-1962 or HandsOnNatural@charter.net
The Jelly Jar The Jelly Jar is a gourmet jam company located in Methuen, MA. Our products are manufactured using only the finest ingredients. No artificial flavors or preservatives are used in the processing of the gourmet jams and jellies. Flavors include: red pepper, peach raspberry, apple pie blueberry marmalade, low sugar strawberry and chocolate strawberry. Single jars, 3 packs, as well as custom gift boxes made on site. Free recipes included in gift boxes. Contact: 978-239-4168 or thejellyjar@yahoo.com
Murals & More Murals & More is a small business offering a variety of murals ranging from whimsical children's rooms to sophisticated entryways, as well as custom canvases and faux finishes. Contact Sue Marion at suemarion@charter.net or call her at 978-392-4429 or 978-424-5001 for a free estimate.
Nan T. Quintin Nan Quintin is an award-winning artist who specializes in New England and agricultural scenes rendered in acrylics and watercolors. Her unique perspective is influenced by the experience of growing up on a small farm in Groton, Massachusetts. She finds the family homestead inspirational in any season or weather and often paints there "en plein air". Nan's enjoyment of all aspects of farm living and life in New England is reflected in her favorite painting subjects, which include gardening, haymaking, pets, livestock, and the local flora and fauna. The artist, who has always loved art and painting in particular, states: "I grew up on a farm in New England, and many of my paintings have agricultural themes. We rode horses, kept cows, chickens and other farm animals. We also had a large garden, built the barn and other structures, and made hay. We enjoyed simple activities such as making scarecrows, sledding, skating or playing with our friends and pets out of doors. By painting from my memories, as well as on location, I am able to share not just an image or record of how things were, but also the rich feeling of being there. It brings me great pleasure to be able to share my talents with others." Nan exhibits locally and has won awards for her paintings. She will be selling some of her artwork and note cards at the Groton Community Home Tour. Some of the cards for sale are reproductions of her miniature acrylic paintings. New note card designs this year include teddy bears, a ragdoll, and scenes of Groton. Nan is a full-time artist who lives in Pepperell, Massachusetts. Contact: 978-433-9731 or nan@nanquintin.com
RiverBend & Company www.riverbendandcompany.com RiverBend & Company provides a gallery showroom featuring the latest, state of the art "green" appliances and complimenting products such as cookware, accessories, vacuum cleaners and outdoor grills. We are your local Home Specialties store! Come experience a unique shopping environment that sets RiverBend & Company apart. Contact: 978-448-8555 or stop by our showroom at Shaw’s Plaza in Groton
Riverglass Jewelry - Wendy Frank Wendy Frank creates earrings and necklaces from hammered silver, glass, crystals, and other semi-precious gemstones. She has a passion for designing jewelry that moves with you, and enjoys unique color combinations. She also works with metals by heating, forming and hammering them to life. You may have heard of her as a musician who works with children. Just as in her work with kids, she believes jewelry should be fun and make you feel good. Contact: 978-448-9558 or wsfrank@verizon.net
SQUG, LLC SQUG is a word of words... SQueeze and hUG equals SQUG. SQUG's are unique stuffed toys for children. These one-of-a-kind creations are filled with shredded memory foam so they return to their original shape after a big squeeze and a hug. The history, much like the product, begins with a hug. Two little boys who created the term SQUG, happen to have two mothers who loved this endearing term. The mothers in turn created these squeezable, huggable and funky toys that children of all ages enjoy. Doing our part for the environment....SQUG's are made using fabric remnants and shredded memory foam to help eliminate waste and protect our planet. Each one-of-a-kind SQUG is as unique and special as your child!
Sunset Beads by Karen Hall and Donna Tabor As a sister team, we create jewelry designs featuring sterling silver, pewter, and semi precious stones. We also feature a variety of whimsical holiday bracelets and earrings. Contact Karen 978-314-7912 or khall@14nicolelane.com
The Surprise Inside The Surprise Inside is a Groton-based “e-boutique” offering personalized and unique fine gifts. We specialize in high quality educational toys and books for children, and personalized gifts for adults. At the Groton Community Home Tour, we will be featuring Woof & Poof Christmas collectibles, which are hand made in the United States and change from year to year. Also featured will be a great new assortment of personalized holiday gifts for teachers, co-workers, friends and hostesses. Visit our website, www.TheSurpriseInside.com, to view our entire selection of gifts. Our items are stocked locally, and as always, we offer free delivery in Groton. Shop online at www.TheSurpriseInside.com. Proprietor: Ann Wortman Contact: (978) 257-1139 or annw@thesurpriseinside.com
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