I have written before about my ongoing conflict with wholesale orders and the complexity of re-selling and mass producing handmade goods. My doubts are always diminished when I connect with a store owner who is brimming of enthusiasm for her shop, its mission, and the objects that are sold within. Beth Fowler in New Preston, Connecticut is definitely that kind of person.
Beth opened her store Loam just a few weeks ago as an endeavor to pursue her passions for the environment, treasure hunting, decorating, and social responsibility. She wants to make choosing fair trade, small artisans, organic, and recycled or vintage goods as common as buying mass produced. She wants everyone to know the story behind what they buy, and who a purchase is feeding or supporting. She offers an intriguing mix of handmade goods, art, fair trade objects, and vintage treasures. Art shows will be a regular feature and throughout the year she will highlight, contribute, and bring awareness to a variety of charitable causes. I am proud to be included in Beth's new venture. Loam is a destination, so if you are in or near New Preston, Connecticut, please stop by for a visit. Loam, 13 E. Shore Road, New Preston, CT 06777, 860 619 0707.
Your beautiful items work perfectly with the look and feel of this shop! Hurray for kindred spirits in the business world!
ReplyDeletesounds like a good reason to go to new preston, which is a wonderful town. hmmm, day trip, perhaps? great for you in finding a kindred spirit as julia said.
ReplyDeleteso exciting to have your things in a store you love!! so happy for you
ReplyDeleteYour store looks beautiful, full of intriguing items. It offers good reasons for trips to New Preston. What a great idea you have and in an incredible location.
ReplyDeleteThat shops looks great, and enjoy with this little and great successes.
ReplyDeleteOh! What a lovely little shop!!
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely shop and vision. so glad you've found a kindred spirit in new preston. a wonderful collaboration when both value the craft involved. gorgeous shop, gorgeous pieces.
ReplyDeleteand warmest congratulations on your recent show. looks like it was a perfect fit!
Lotta - a perfect match for both of you! Yeah! Just wish I lived closer... Sending you both tons of good business energy! OX Monika.
ReplyDeleteOh, Lotta, it sounds like a perfect match..! I am so very glad for you both.
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I also am conflicted about wholesaling my work - but these enthusiastic people always change my mind. I've learned to just be choosy, and only wholesale to people I feel a connection with.
ReplyDeletethat store looks beautiful!
My husband and I discovered this store today. Beth has the most beautiful things, including a lovely collection of vintage clothing as well as high-end but reasonably-priced handcrafted items. Loam will definitely become a destination for us.
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