hunting & gathering

Brought home wonderful finds today ~ all eventually will appear shortly after at The Armory.  Here's the first 3, unpacked and tidied up...  a set of 10 perfect 1920's French champagne coupes, a wonderful book on the people who forged the way West, and a pair of simple ceramic flower frogs with beautiful hand-painted detail. So much more to come.

#fridayfind

G. S. Sprague & Co., Boston, Massachusetts, was an esteemed supplier to New England outdoorsmen at the turn of the century.  The shop was located (according to a mention in the November 1921 issue of Outing Magazine) at 138 Federal Street.  Crafted in the United States of rawhide, leather, and ash (and originally purveyed by Sprague & Co. in the early 20th c.), this pair of snowshoes is an enduring piece of Americana and tribute to New England's outdoor sporting tradition.

happy christmas

#fridayfind

Amazing vintage pond boat from Newport, Rhode Island estate, in as-found condition with original paint, mast & beam. 

Christmas in Newport

 

If you've been spending the last few weekends laying by the fire watching football, wrapping presents & drinking eggnog lattes / whiskey sours until afternoon nap-time, this is a a much needed wake up call to put on your boots and enjoy the ridiculously full calendar that is Christmas in Newport. Strolling carolers, candlelit house tours, Nutcracker in a Mansion, Craft Fairs, and the only Messiah I'm aware of followed by a "festive Wassail Bowl reception" are all yours for the taking.

So get out there - only 7 shopping days left!

Smitten

One mitten for two hands, they come in awfully handy when walking down a snowy lane.  Hand-knit in red, hot pink, or charcoal, a wonderful gift for your favorite pair.

old beach journal

OBJ is a sassy little publication that keeps chic natives & tourists alike up-to-date on the most witty happenings and clever retailers in town. Grab one at the Clarke Cooke House and give it a read over cocktails. We think you'll like.

simple holiday chic

Enough said.

seasalt @ The Armory

Stop by seasalt interieurs @ Armory Antique Marketplace this weekend for some holiday cheer.  Find wonderful items to feather your nest or put under the tree - we're open late with live music Friday through Sunday.