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HANDMADE GOODS

Maine Balsam Pillow

One whiff takes you back: to camp, to Christmas, to summer hikes, to over-the-river-and-through-the-woods. Fresh balsam---the scent of Maine. This 3" square pillow is packed with balsam "sprills" as the old-timers call them, and printed with a colorful Nervous Nellie logo. The scent will last for years in a bureau drawer, on a shelf in the bathroom, on the dashboard of your car or by your favorite chair in the living room. $6.50

T-Shirt
Colorful Nervous Nellie's logo on white, 100% cotton Hanes Beefy-Tee.
Unisex and children's sizes available.

Small $16.00 Qty:	Medium $16.00 Qty:
Large $16.00 Qty:	X-Large $16.00 Qty:
Kids Small 6-8 $16.00 Qty:	Kids Medium 8-10 $16.00 Qty:

Apron
Colorful Nervous Nellie's logo tops generously-sized, white, cotton/poly blend apron with two big pockets.

Brown Ash Potato Baskets

Handmade in the Native American tradition, these baskets are made from Maine brown ash trees which are, unfortunately, suffering a severe decline. Species competition, climate changes? It’s not clear. These baskets were handmade by craftsmen in their 70s, among the few who still work from the log to the finished basket.

A good brown ash log for basket-making is straight and free of knots, at least 6” in diameter and from 5-12 feet long. Splints for weaving are produced by pounding sections of the log until the wood splits along the annual growth rings, producing splints of exceptional strength. They are then soaked to make them pliable enough for weaving. A laborious practice, needless to say…
A basket designed to hold potatoes will hold anything you choose to put in it and will last a lifetime.
12" and 15" baskets available only at our shop in Deer Isle- cannot be shipped.

8" - $40
12" - $50
(Not available on-line)
15" - $70
(Not available on-line)

8 Inch
Basket $30.00
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Folk Art Ornaments These adorable folk art ornaments are made especially for us by the Allen family at nearby Creeping Thyme Farm. Each is hand-painted and strung with a sturdy, colorful strand of jute for tying on the tree, decorating a gift or hanging anywhere for a spot of colorful whimsy.
Pecking Chicken $6.00 Qty:	Star $6.00 Qty:	Angel $7.50 Qty:	Rooster $6.00 Qty:	Finny Fish (top) $6.00 Qty:	Big Tail Fish $6.00 Qty:

Pottery
Handthrown, one-of-a-kind stoneware pieces made for us by Maine potter, Neal Loken. All have a lightly-speckled, pale grey glaze with a decorative, blue stripe. All pieces are microwave and dishwaher-safe.

Mug
$20.00
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Sugar Bowl
$22.00
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Creamer
$18.00
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Butter Dish
$32.00
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Tea Pot
$70.00
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Medium Pitcher
$32.00
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	Popover Kit Potter Neil Loken has made a wonderful “kit” of 4 popover cups, in our traditional speckled glaze complete with a colorful recipe card. Nestled in packaging designed by his wife Barbara, the box of four cups is covered in Japanese rice paper delicately flecked with colorful bits of flowers and leaves. Makes a great gift!
Popover Kit $52.00 Qty:

	Maple Spreader One-of-a-kind maple spreaders made in Bethel, Maine-great for jam or park one next to a block of cream cheese covered in Hot Pepper Jelly. A great addition to any gift box. 7-1/2"
Maple Spreader $5.00 Qty:

NEW!
Down East Doormats are made from float-rope, until recently used by lobstermen to tether multiple traps together on the ocean floor. New regulations aimed at protecting whales require “sinking” lines, putting countless miles of working rope out of a job. Now recycled into handmade door mats, these sturdy, weather-resilient, colorful mats are one-of-a-kind. Call to discuss colors or take potluck. 10% of proceeds donated to Penobscot East Resource Center in Stonington—securing a future for fishing communities.

Medium approx 18” x 30” $49.50

Large approx 24” x 36” $79.50

Maudine started sewing at age 10 in 4-H and is still at it 55 years later. Her potholders are made with assorted 100% cotton fabric--thick enough to hold the hottest pot. Approx 10” square $5.00

NEW!
One-of-a-kind birdhouses made from recycled wood and salvage materials. Tony became “hooked” after he and his daughter installed a small unpainted birdhouse she’d gotten at a local craft fair, and swallows came in and made a nest. Posts available to perch a house on or attach yourself to a wall or fence. Photos depict some examples—call to discuss currently available houses/sizes/colors. Prices range from $25-$48 depending on size/materials. Post and holder-$7.00