Monday, May 19, 2014

36 hours until the best G + T you've ever had!

Monday is the unofficial kick off to summer which means two important things- you can start wearing white again and now officially Gin & Tonic season! The great people behind the Mason Shaker and our favorite cocktail recipe book, Shake, have figured out just what your need to get invited to every party all summer long!

Introducing the Homemade Gin Kit



This six-piece set includes two glass bottles, stainless steel funnel, stainless steel strainer, one tin of juniper berries, and one tin of botanicals. Just add vodka!




Don't forget to pick up a set of Portsmouth glasses while you're at it! 




Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Library Of Flowers!

We are beyond excited to have this new fragrance line at Gus & Ruby.  All the products are made in the USA, and smell as good as they look! The line as 3 signature fragrances: Field & Flowers, Linden, and Honeycomb. We have perfumes, handcream, candles, soap, bath oil, shower gel, bath milk, and my favorite the parfume cremas in each scent! 

Linden Fragrance: Linden Blossom, Narcissus, Clover Honey
Honeycomb Fragrance: Sugared Fig, Ambrosia Honey, Royal Bee Blossom
Field & Flowers Fragrance: Apricot, Honeyed Blossom, Wildflowers
The Parfum Crema is intended to be worn in place of traditional fragrance. Comes in Honeycomb, Linden, and Field & Flowers.
Fragrant & refreshing! This ultra-rich Shea Butter base is infused with choice botanicals for the ultimate moisturizing clean.

 Also, if you are looking for a great gift , we have two great gift sets! 









First, is a perfume sampler with all three amazing fragrances in a beautiful tin case.  The set also includes a little notebook and pencil! This is also great if you are like me and can't tell which one you love best!







Next, we have a lovely bath set which includes a perfumed soap, body scrub, shower gel, handcreme, and lip balm. These travel sized goodies are perfect for anyone about to take a little vacation.



Friday, May 2, 2014

a few great gifts for mom

Your Mother spent your entire childhood loving every single glued together popsicle stick gift and painted macaroni necklace you brought home from school as her Mother's day gift.  We have some sweet gifts that your mother is actually going to love!

Of course, you can't forget a card
 
Paddywax soy candles in brightly colored canning jars
Canvas Portsmouth Wine Totes with Custom Map of Downtown

brk glass water bottles

Bamboo Cutting Board
Bamboo Cutting Board


rifle paper recipe tins
wooden heirloom recipe box by rifle
cedar 6-pack carrier with metal opener from Meriwether
365 inspirational quotes in a wooden box
Canning for a new Generation for all her trips to the farmer's market

Forest Feast cookbook full of amazing recipes

First Prize Pie Baking Book...everyone loves pie!
Produce Soy Candles in fresh spring scents

Monday, April 28, 2014

Mother's Day Greeting Cards

Don't forget about all the Mothers in your life on Sunday May 11th! 
If you just asked yourself, "Why? What's on May 11th?" I'm glad you are reading this since May 11th is MOTHER'S DAY.

Here are just a few of our favorite cards to get all the wonderful Moms you know.












Thursday, April 24, 2014

First Prize Pies

People are always impressed by a good looking pie. People go crazy for a good looking pie that tastes amazing. People just LOVE pie! 

First Prize Pies has 85 pie recipes for you to try like: Bourbon Ginger Pecan pie, Root Beer Float Pie, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie, Chocolate Lavender Teatime Pie, Salty Caramel Pie, Strawberry Rhubarb Pie,  Mint Julep Cream pie and Avocado Cream Pie (you read that last one right!) Is your mouth watering yet?







Every baker needs a few tea towels to have handy. What a perfect pair this set from 1Canoe2 will make! Great for your Mama on Mother's day, a Bridal Shower gift, or just for yourself! 




Thursday, April 17, 2014

Give yourself something new to look at!

Need a little change around your home, office, or work space? Change out your art. We've been adding a lot of new items that you are going to love. Adding some new art to the wall is easier than moving and quicker than painting. Create your own gallery style wall by hanging lots of work close together or just add one new item. You can thank us later!
I love my Fox Print, 14" x 18"
I love My Octopus Print, 14"x 18"
Anchor Screen Print, 19.69" x 19.69"


Lobster Buoys Print, 11" x 17"
Illustrated Ocean Alphabet Print, 11" x 14"


Skip a Beet Print, 8" x 10",  Los without You Print, 8" x 10"
Nantucket Island Letterpress Print, 12" x 16"