Tag: Jan Raymond
Abode: A Fabulous Find in Noroton Heights
Hi again, it’s Jan … It’s sad to see stores closing in Darien. That fact makes it all the more exciting to have ABODE open up. Dawn Beaver and Roberta Ball are the owners. The store is filled with great things for your home. Many of them are antiques and others are just great new [...]
Last-minute Easter Gift Ideas: Chocolate Candy & Buddha Bags
Hi again, it’s Jan. Looking for some spring treats or last-minute Easter gifts …? I’ve got a couple of finds right in town that might work … Did you know that you can build your own box of candy? Well, the next time you are at Gofer Ice Cream on the Post Road take a [...]
Palmer’s Bakery Has Sweet, Homemade Treats For Your Sweeties
Hi again, it’s Jan … HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO EVERYONE. Here is the perfect way to share Valentine’s Day with your spouse. PALMERS MARKET in the Noroton Heights shopping center has a wonderful bakery. Meghan, a member of the Palmer family, opened it after she graduated from culinary school as a baker. Everything is delicious [...]
Recession Pashminas and Hints of Spring
Hi again, it’s Jan! Well, the snow is on the ground, the temperature is falling but here is a bit of spring in January. All of these wonderful bright green things are at Good Goods. The italian ceramic green zebra print bowls are $64.00 and the matching platter is $115.00. If you just want a [...]
Kenya, Caviar and Crawford …. More Fabulous Finds!
Hi again, it’s Jan! First stop: Darien Sport Shop. Here is a great chance to wear something really beautiful and do something really good. The daughter of former Darien resident Tess van Munching is selling these gorgeous bracelets made by Samburu women in Kenya. Each bracelet, made by hand, takes an entire day to make, [...]
“Trippy” T-shirts for Kids at Johnny’s
Hi, it’s Jan! Did you know that this year is the 40th anniversary of Woodstock? I missed it myself, and my kids are still asking me why i didn’t go! Well, to celebrate, I am buying my 4 year-old grandchildren these fun T-shirts from Johnny’s on Tokeneke Rd. These are just a few of the [...]
Summer Beach Project: Needlepoint
Hi, it’s Jan, and I’ve been shopping again! A year or two ago everyone seemed to be knitting. Now I notice that everyone seems to be needlepointing. I went looking for some great summer/beach projects and found these at The House Of Needlepoint, conveniently located between Post Corner Pizza and Starbucks. First up are perfectly sized [...]
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