This is the place to go for all your framing. Sandy has decades of framing experience and good…read moretaste. Her eye is impeccable. Her prices are extremely reasonable, the quality is excellent, and the turn-around time is fast. Her studio is large and well-lit. If you need/want input, Sandy will offer several suggestions and will lay out options. If you know what you want - no problem! She'll make sure it's exactly that. She has an enormous array of frames and mats and does amazing work on wrapped canvases and shadow boxes as well as more traditional art framing. I've had five items framed at Mill River in the last two years, and will bring future artwork only to her. Sandy is friendly and welcoming, and treats a new customer as if you've been friends for years. She's self-deprecating and has a wonderfully dry sense of humor. Her work time estimates are always right on the nose. I whole-heartedly recommend Sandy and Mill River Custom Framing.

Nahcotta is literally the cutest shop ever. They sell a variety of neat things such as prints,…read moreartwork, jewelry, stationery, small-batch treats (funky chocolates! cool jams! interesting hot sauces... ghost pepper-tequila-lavender sauce anyone?), and body care. Oh, there's also a small sales section tucked in the corner of the room! I had one H E C K of a good time browsing the stationery + prints sections where I picked out a peach gel pen, an adorable animal sticker sheet, and a fun pug print (which came with an envelope!). I'd highly recommend checking this store out for all things artsy, neat, whimsical, and fun.

This was a fun little shop! They have great items for kids and adults alike. They have a wonderful…read moreassortment of house warming gifts, kitchen items, and art...oh the fun art! My husband and I couldn't leave without purchasing some accessories for our office (click and felt coasters). When we got home from our trip, we were describing this shop to some friends that own an art gallery and they knew exactly the store we were talking about! Ha. Stop by and pick yourself out a little something.

If you are looking for a fun time with kids, or a great time for friends to meet up and do…read moresomething, this place is great! The staff is friendly and always available to help out. The place is large and there is a great selection of bisque ware to paint. The prices are a flat rate and you do not have to pay for paint or the time that you spend there. You are allowed to bring food and drinks in, but they do have a small selection of treats and a coffee/tea brew machine. LOVE IT! They have Tuesday and Thursday nights open till 9pm.

I really liked Firefly Pottery and had a great experience here before, but my most recent visit…read morechanged my opinion of it. The new employees were constantly hovering and checking in on me while I was trying to focus, which felt unnecessary and stressful. They were also extremely pushy around closing time and kept reminding me starting about 30 minutes before even though I was already aware and planning to finish on time, which I did. Overall it did not feel like the same relaxed, enjoyable space I had experienced before.

We had such a wonderful experience at Exeter Fine Crafts! The owner was incredibly nice and…read morehelpful, and we were thrilled to find an Exeter Celebrates America 250th poster. He even offered to frame it with several options available for an additional cost, which was such a thoughtful touch. He also took his time carefully packaging up our purchases so everything would get home safely. Excellent customer service, beautiful local crafts, and a genuinely welcoming experience. We'll definitely be back

Really lovely staff and instructors. I have taken a lot of classes here over the years and found…read morethem to be informative and fun. Great place for a unique, handcrafted gift. Another gem in downtown Exeter, NH!

The fourth stop bookstore stop for our Indie Bookstore Day trip. This is quite a unique bookstore…read moreas well as a spot that could use the support from the community. Back earlier this month they had actually announced they needed to close. Besides being Indie Bookstore Day it was also the day they reopened! I had found them on social media early this year and wanted to plan a trip to check it out with my wife who loves to read. Was a disappointing time seeing their closure announcement before we could visit but glad they were able to open back up. Located in Kittery you'll find this bookstore inside a contemporary art gallery. It's on the smaller side but still had a great variety that everyone should find a great book that looks interesting to them! Both for adult readers as well as some kids books too. To celebrate Indie Bookstore Day they had some deals going on and had some light snacks and refreshments out. They also had a large selection of blind date books which caught my wife's attention for a while. Prices were reasonable and staff were friendly. A local bookstore worth checking out and supporting! A truly unique business collaboration for a bookstore and art gallery meeting as one.

I absolutely adore visiting this beautiful gallery. It's perched on the southern Maine coast in a…read moresmall town, on a residential street. It feels tucked away like a secret. Theres limited parking, but an overflow lot helps. Even as you walk across to the entrance door, you'll see some artwork in the gardens. Inside, there are multiple rooms and the exhibits change throughout the year. The signage and commentary is excellent, and it's very well curated. The best part is the sculpture garden out the back, but the views of the ocean are quite distracting - so make sure you save time to wander around and take it all in! OMAA is well worth the visit.

A small and intimate museum, but very well curated! I visited for the Looking For America and…read moreAmerican Conversations exhibits. I liked that these exhibits didn't just feature art that was conventionally pretty, but rather featured works that were more provocative. This surprised me considering the museum is relatively small; I expected more traditional and old-fashioned works. I felt like each piece challenged the idea of what it truly means to be American. As an added bonus, the museum grounds are GORGEOUS. They are a must-explore when visiting Ogunquit. Next time I will bring a picnic blanket and plan to spend the day there. I think you can even take a dip in the ocean on their pebble beach. Overall such an amazing experience.

Great exhibit of life in late 1700's and early to mid 1800's. Also an interesting depiction across…read morewealthy and middle class strata at the time. The docents in the structures have interesting information to share. I would definitely go here again. I was sad when I realized I had spent a few hours here without taking any pictures. :(

Driving along a main road in search of our breakfast stop, we passed by Claudette's, not realizing…read morethat it was in her home. My mom and I were up for the weekend and we were intrigued by some pictures found online, so we decided to add a stop to our agenda. When we arrived, there were a few cars there, so we parked near them and a door that we assumed was the entrance. When we entered we were overwhelmed by the amount of products, followed by the amount of space that was dedicated to crafting. I wouldn't think that so much stuff could fit so neatly into one person's home. The first few aisles are lined with charms for necklaces, bracelets and other needs for crafting projects. There were rows of beads, gems, and other fun goodies. I found a bunch of wreath making supplies, a room of flowers and a room of ribbon...and some Christmas items. The owner is a super nice person and I can only assume that she was "the" Claudette, since I never did ask her name. My mother and I were just so excited speaking with her and checking out the craft samples that she and her family had made. This place is for the true crafter. One who isn't afraid to spend their time looking through thousands of items just to find that perfect piece. Though I'm sure if you ask, you will be told right where you will find what you're looking for. I did not see any scrapbook or junk journal type materials. Because the business is in the lower portion of a home, I would assume it is due to climate control. Did I mention that the prices are quite reasonable? I left with a full bag of so many fun things that I just can't wait to dive into. The store is closed on Sunday and Monday, so be sure to plan accordingly. Mom and I are already planning our next trip.

It is the best, She has a lot of crafts and is very reasonable prices!…read moreThere is a big assortment of ribbons, silk flowers, Christmas decorations and a lot more!!!!!