Can your LBD do this?

Willow Knit Mini Dress in Black

Willow Knit 3/4 Sleeve Dress in Black. 

Our friends at Pine Cone Hill really know how to make great sleep and lounge wear. Their line of Willow Knit is all 95% Bamboo and is by far the softest, breeziest, EASIEST clothing lines we've come across in our soon to be 11 years in business! Not only does bamboo make for very soft clothing - but it also breathes extremely well, which helps to keep you cool on hot summer days! The thing we love most about Willow Knit fabric? Its comfortable enough to sleep in - it is lounge wear, but you can absolutely wear it to bed (we recommend it!) - and nice enough to wear out for dinner and dancing! This versatile collection is the perfect summer staple. Oh - and did we mention that the line looks adorable layered? Great to wear over warm tights and leggings for Fall. Not that we're thinking about scary things like cold weather right now.

New 1110 Shirts!

"Radiate Love" shirt from 1110.

Chakra shirt from 1110. 

These 100% organic cotton shirts from 1110 are truly spectacular. They are so light-weight and soft - the perfect gift for a family member or friend. Most importantly - they remind us to nourish ourselves so that we may always feel well, live well, and be well. We have plenty in stock - and even more colors and styles on the way! 

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Thank you, teachers.

Cards from Compendium. The perfect way to say "thanks".

cards from compendium, inc.,

cards from compendium, inc.,

 Over the past few weeks we have been helping our customers find the perfect gift for the teachers who work so hard all year long to teach our little ones. If there is one thing we can appreciate at Helen Thomas, its that being a mom is more than a full time job - and next to mommies (and dads) - its those teachers who really help our kids be all that they can be! We have so many wonderful customers who are great entrepreneurs, stay-at-home-moms, pharmacists, artists, lawyers, and doctors - none of whom would be who they are today if there hadn't been any teachers to push them along the way. So, without sounding (too) corny, thank you to all of the wonderful teachers out there - we are lucky to have you!

Have you been to our store?

The fabulous wallpaper you see in the background? All wrapping paper from Waste Not Paper. Adorable, no?

Lollia, Mistral Soaps, Aunt Sadie's Candles, Potluck Studio's Cake Plates. (Some of our favorites)

These are some photos from last year we found of the store. We thought we would post them, if for no other reason than to give some of you an idea of what our store is like inside if you've never visited. Also, we change our displays almost every other day, and its fun for us to look back in our archives to see what used to go where, and just how many cake stands we're capable of stacking on top of one another! We hope you enjoy!

New Tea is in!

Pine Cone Hill Bedding

There is nothing better than cool, crisp, clean sheets on a warm summer night.  Make your bedroom your summer sanctuary with bedding from Pine Cone Hill.

Do you know our neighbors?

We have the most wonderful neighbors. We're sure you have really fantastic neighbors too - but ours are really spectacular - and we want the world (or at least all of our readers) to know it. While these are only two of our down-town friends, we hope if you're not familiar with the area you will come down for a day and get to know all of the wonderful businesses in Andover. But for now, we'll leave you with:

Robert Jason Salon. Located 92 Main Street Andover MA 01810.
http://www.robertjasonsalon.com/

Robert - your team - your magical, uber-talented, outgoing team of experts never fails to AMAZE us. BTW the Tan Towels you sell at the front desk are amazing! So easy and fun to use. Its nice to know that even on a cloudy day you can have a beautiful (almost)-sun-kissed glow!

In The Pink Salon. Located 93 Main Street Andover MA 01810.
http://inthepink.health.officelive.com/default.aspx

And Katrina, your Nail Shellac - is WONDERFUL. Not that we don't love seeing you every week - but what woman doesn't adore a manicure that stays looking new for multiple weeks in a row?!  You and your team do such a great job!

To our readers? Everyday is a block party in Downtown Andover. We have so many wonderful businesses  -and even more wonderful customers. We really couldn't be luckier to have such a great community - and none of it would be possible without you. Maybe now that the weather is getting nicer (well...hopefully, at least!) it would be a nice time to grab a coffee, go for a walk, and explore the great town we live in! 

Stone Soup

Stone Soup Rug from Dash and Albert.

"Stone Soup" Rug Bag from Dash and Albert

"Lake in a Can" from Aunt Sadie's Candles. 

It seems lately that everyone is in need of new rugs - and can we blame them? There's just something about Spring that makes us want to refresh, to recreate. What better place to start than your own home? Dash and Albert's Stone Soup collection is back by popular demand (VERY popular demand, we might add) and these pictures just don't do the collection justice. You'll just have to come in to see these fabulous colors for yourself! Your house puts up with a lot from you and your family. Give your floors a break with Dash and Albert, and fall in love with home again.

Lemonade In A Can.

Lemonade Candle from Aunt Sadie's.

Honey Candle from Aunt Sadie's. 

These candles remind us of screen porches on hot days. Who wouldn't want a candle that recreates the sweetness of Summer? Aunt Sadie, you've outdone yourself again. These candles are simply smashing!

Midsummer Light. Photo from Artecnica.com

photo courtesy of Artecnica.com

These cut-paper lights from Artecnica are magical. They are the perfect thing to hang above a table,  reading chair, or bed. These whimsical lights are great additions to your living space, and cast enchanting shadows at the end of a long day. Available in White. 

Gifts for Grads.

image from live-inspired.com

image from live-inspired.com

Graduation Season is upon us - and we are well-stocked with graduation gifts. Our favorite, you ask? The FIVE book from Compendium, Inc.! This workbook has proven to be a great gift for grads both young and old. Don't know any grads? It is a great gift for friends and family members who are working towards a goal. You may want to pick one up for yourself as well - there is always a new adventure to embark on.

We love you, Company C.

(Photograph from CompanyC.com)

We love Company C. Their rugs, furniture and home accessories have proven to be just as durable as they are beautiful. We keep receiving new sample swatches, which have been invaluable tools when it comes to special orders. Do you have a Company C product that has transformed your home? We'd love to see before and after pictures!

Some of our favorites for Spring...

Photo Courtesy of Pink Chicken. New York. 

Tea Collection. For Little Citizens of the World. (photo from teacollection.com)