update from "the hen"

I haven't posted in so long...been a little busy with the closing of our gallery. Left Bank Gallery Essex opened a little over 3 years ago right next door to The French Hen. The overhead for a 5,000 sq foot space on Main St in Essex is, well...astronomical and the numbers (and economy) were just not worthwhile. We have enjoyed the experience immensely, and have certainly learned A LOT in the last three years through the gallery. We have learned about art, the value of great employees, what is possible and about managing the personalities and expectations of 60+ artists at any given moment. I have met wonderful artists and clients, all of whom seem truly saddened by our closing which is touching. I am proud of what we accomplished at LBGE and feel great about bringing so much wonderful art to our community...some of it even pushed the envelope a bit! But, time to move on and take care of the family and "the hen." I am looking forward to spending more time in my little shop which I adore...so pop on by and say hello.

Introducing a new jewelry line: Alex and Ani, a female-owned(love that)company out of Rhode Island. The jewelry is beautiful, has great intentions and it promotes good energy.

new Spring goodies from Bethany Lowe...very sweet

new things arriving daily...

text necklaces are back! perfect gift for young girls.


Sentimental and sweet.

It’s not hard to see why Aspen Bay Candles are simply better. They are poured with a clean burning soy wax blend and use recycled materials wherever possible. The result is a line of premium candles with quality you can see and most importantly smell. The two most popular fragrances are Aloha and Volcano. Floral but not heavy, fresh and clean! Beautiful blue glass jar...but it's all about the fragrance and nice clean burn. 85 hours.

Happy Valentine's Day!

let there be light!

Lots of pretty new lamps came in today. Warm up the corner of any room, sideboard, bureau or end table with a new lamp. The lighting in almost every home or office is overlooked for some reason. Don't be sparse with the light in your digs. If your color scheme is cream, taupe, grey or blue, we just might have the right lamp for you? And no, I didn't try to make that rhyme...
photos will follow.

e fair

Well, the e fair is this weekend (YAY!!) and this winter of endless snow has prevented me from appropriately preparing for the festivities... Everytime I go in to the shop to price and pack the goodies, I get the call that school getting out early, going in late or is all-together cancelled. But don't fret my lovelies, we are bringing the merch! The main offerings will be our newest scarves and jewelry at 30% off. Fabulous scarves..with trims and collaged fabrics. Very spring, very french! We will also have some Easter decor at deep discounts! It's going to be an amazing shopping experience..."e" is actually for experience, in case you hadn't heard. And ladies, this one, this experience is going to be rocking!