The 'Manchester Craft Market' In New Hampshire!

THE 'MANCHESTER CRAFT MARKET' IN NEW HAMPSHIRE!

By Arianne Plehandzic

Every crafter/artisan dreams of having a place for their work to be displayed for more than a day. Craft fairs only last for a day or so and who can afford a shop of their own. However, Jessica Moores is making that dream come true for hundreds of artisans in New England. Her gift shop titled 'Manchester Craft Market' is located in the Mall of New Hampshire in Manchester. Shoppers are welcomed by a huge variety of  local handmade artisan goods. Any handmade shop lover would be delighted to take a peek around. As a featured artisan, I am happy to display my items here. It's cozy and a treat for the eyes! 

LET'S TAKE A TOUR!!

 Pretty displays throughout the whole store!

 Something for everyone...

 I love these glass flowers...!

 I love the little crystals on these fabric wreaths!

 I'm a sucker for hand sewn items...

 Those flower jars on top...!

 Lovely window displays!

 Love those hand painted glasses.

 So cozy...

 So unique...perfect gifts!

 Beautiful display...

Love the artwork!

Back wall where my items are displayed.

My watercolor prints in magnetic frames, rose/lavender bars of soap and my rose scented bath salts in teal jars...so exciting!

My kids were so excited that mama got to put her things in the mall!

Love the 'LOCAL' behind the counter!

Shop owner Jessica Moores 

As an artisan herself...Jessica is delighted to support local artisans! She knows how hard it can be for craftspeople to get their items out there to the public. She also knows how much work they put into their products. It is a true joy for her and she is wonderful to work with! If you are interested in becoming a vendor or you want more information about the shop, visit www.manchestercraftmarket.com

Happy shopping!
xoxo, Arianne

22 Wal-mart Products That Get Kids Excited About Nature!

22 WAL-MART PRODUCTS THAT GET KIDS 

EXCITED ABOUT NATURE!

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Who else thinks it is hard to get kids excited about nature?!

I do!! With so many cool tech toys, it can be a challenge. 

Today we went on a family hike at the beautiful Flume Gorge in New Hampshire.

It is a natural gorge extending 800 feet horizontally at the base of a mountain.

It was a refreshing and fun experience. On the way home, my husband and I were talking about how the kids are too much into electronics these days. It got me thinking about the different ways I could get them more excited about nature.

Don't get me wrong, my kids don't veg out and stare at a screen all day. My oldest is on the Junior Olympic Archery Team...my son is a tap dancer/soccer player...and the youngest is a ballerina. Even so, I wanted them to focus more on nature instead of the latest video game craze. I searched Wal-mart and surprisingly found some cool products to be nature-inspired!!

(This post contains affiliate links from Wal-mart. All product choices and opinions are my own. Please read my disclosure page for more details.)

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1. The Nature Connection: An Outdoor Workbook for Kids, Families, and Classrooms

2. Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. BugWatch

3. The Young Scientists Club - Science on a Nature Walk Kit

4. Science on a Gardening Adventure - Experiments Kit

5. Educational Insights GeoSafari SeaScope

6. Light-up Ant Farm Gel Colony

7. Miracle Gro Kids Watch It Grow

8. Miracle Gro Kids My First Garden

9. Miracle Gro Kids Fairy Flower Terrarium

10. Miracle Gro Kids My Very Own Flower Garden

11. Shakespeare Disney Cars Backpack Fishing Kit

12. Shakespeare Disney Princess Fishing Kit

13. Disney Cars Gardening Gift Pack

14. Sesame Street: Wild Words And Outdoor Adventures (Full Frame)

15. 15 Minutes Outside: 365 Ways to Get Out of the House and Connect With Your Kids

16. Get Outside: The Kids Guide to Fun in the Great Outdoors

17. How to Raise Monarch Butterflies: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids

18. The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids

19. Gardening with Children

20. Bert and Ernie Go Camping

21. The Down and Dirty Guide to Camping With Kids: How to Plan Memorable Family Adventures & Connect Kids to Nature

22. LEGO City Forest Police Station

Aren't these some fun products to encourage kids to enjoy nature?!
I really love that nature walk science kit...definitely going to check that out!

Visit my shop...I made some pretty things for you!

www.etsy.com/shop/AriannesJoy

HOPE YOUR KIDS ENJOY NATURE THIS SUMMER!!
XOXO, Arianne