Fans of Americana design and good old fashioned Yankee craftsmanship will find plenty to like about Sturbridge Yankee Workshop. Since 1953, this furniture and decorative shop has... Read more »
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10Best List: Portland specializes in iconic craft shopping
Perhaps it is the influence of the Yankee do-it-yourself tradition. But whatever the reason, Portland is a wonderful city to explore New England's finest crafts and upscale merchandise shopping. Forget the malls, here you'll find one-of-a-kind items that will become family keepsakes. This is especially true in the Old Port District where you'll find funky and fun shopping at its best.
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Hot, new shopping in Portland & trendy shopping spots to check out this month.
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Enjoy The Thrift Shop Hunt at Fair Tide
For more than a century, York and its neighboring communities have been a summer playground for the well-to-do. Generations of wealthy families have established homes in the area and become strong members of the community – including generously supporting local charitable causes. Among the favorites of these non-profit organizations is the Fair Tide Thrift Store operated by the Fair Tide charity in Kittery. Read more »
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Kittery Trading Post: Great Selections for Outdoor Fun
While its reputation as a quality outfitter is well known, few realize that Kittery Trading Post (KTP) offers competitive pricing on their merchandise—even matching or surpassing deals found on the web. This is even more true at the moment when winter closeout deals are plentiful, both at its famous Kittery location and on the internet, as well. Read more »
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About Portland, ME Shopping
Portland is a city that holds true to its illustrious transoceanic shipping trade past. Walk its streets and you can almost picture dock workers busily unloading the latest Oriental treasures from fast moving Clipper ships. As a result, the city was influenced by styles and customs far beyond its wharves. With the influx of immigrant labor – first, the French Canadians and, later, Eastern Europeans and those from Hispanic societies – this cultural diversity became even more pronounced. Today, the city’s shopping options accurately reflect this global flavor in establishments selling everything from furniture to food. Stroll into antique stores and you’re likely to be dazzled by Federal era furniture. Artisans proudly display their hand-made wares that include everything from pottery to clothing. The city features a strong offering of craftspeople who specialize in one-of-a-kind jewelry fashioned by their own hands. These artists often incorporate natural materials, such as sea glass or shells, into their decorative pieces. Specialty food shops feature imaginative condiments, sweets and beverages influenced by cultures from throughout the world. Portland also does well by second-hand clothing stores where you’re likely to find that retro jacket or dress that will be a real standout in your wardrobe at an equally attractive price. Discount shops such as Reny’s, a Maine retail tradition, offer surprises ranging from the kitschy to the cool. Bargain hunters will undoubtedly find Portland to their liking with deals seeming to lurk around every corner. The following are 10 of the best shops to be found in Portland:
- Portland Expert Mark Pechenik
