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Chester’s Finders Marketplace, Chester, CT

July 24, 2018July 25, 2018 K Porter

An leisurely Sunday morning breakfast in Deep River followed by some pottering here.  I found a book on Joseph Cornell, a collection of Shirley Jackson stories … Continue reading Chester’s Finders Marketplace, Chester, CT

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Fat Orange Cat Brew Co – East Hampton, CT

July 10, 2017July 7, 2017 K Porter

My happy place.  The beautiful setting in the woods.  The animals – chickens and goats, a cat and a dog. Picnic tables and chairs under the trees.  Fantastic beer. I’ve known Sheila and Mike for several years, they are two … Continue reading Fat Orange Cat Brew Co – East Hampton, CT

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Kandu Beads, Cheshire CT

January 4, 2016January 2, 2016 K Porter

Large and interesting bead store, in this location since July 2015. Debbie, the owner moved the store over from Wallingford. Lots of drilled druzy stones in various colors and great findings. Good prices on strings of glass and crystal beads … Continue reading Kandu Beads, Cheshire CT

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Bantam Tile Works, Bantam CT

July 7, 2015 K Porter

High quality, local to CT ceramics at very reasonable prices. They make custom tiles as well as a good selection of dishes, mugs, platters, serving bowls and vases.  I took a couple of pictures but they don’t quite do the … Continue reading Bantam Tile Works, Bantam CT

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Ben Wolff Pottery, Bantam CT

June 1, 2015June 2, 2015 K Porter

Ben makes pots.  Mostly unglazed, with minimal decoration allowing the naturally muted color of the clays to really be seen. His rustic workshop and storefront are the perfect setting for his work. We got chatting and he told us the original purpose … Continue reading Ben Wolff Pottery, Bantam CT

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