Thursday, June 16, 2016

Summer Afternoon

“Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.” - Henry James

New Linen Tops In...

 New linen tops in that are cool and pretty for summer....a top selling line here at the shop have you tried on one of these great linen shirts? Shown above is the long white linen button up top 100% linen...would be super cute as a layered dress as well! $70.00 each
All linen garments are made from 100% natural source linen fabric that has special washing process garment dyeing. This process creates a sophisticated look that is easy and comfortable to wear. The slight color variations or minor slubs (color shading) are characteristics of the fabric, giving this garment its natural beauty and comfort.
Burlap printed linen top shown here with our gauze white linen pants...these linen tops are so cute with jeans as well. This burlap tone linen top would work well into the Fall season. 
Linen Printed Top $78.00 Gauze Linen White Pants $70.95

Bright Woven Kilim Bags

 These great bags are bright and fun with lots of texture! Generation-after generation; women work in the style of their ancestors, using colorful yarns to make beautiful objects. Because their art is an expression of the culture, each piece is an individual work of art imprinted with the soul of its creator. The purchase of this collection helps Mayan artisans support their families and shares the culture and heart of these beautiful women. Large woven leather bags $78.95 each
 Simplify your life with one of these beautiful large embroidered clutches...one of my favorites!
$62.00 each

 These knubby colorful leather kilim bags are such great finds! Great for that summer mountain trip or a special gift...love the details of the leather tassels and leather strap handles.
These kilim messenger bags are perfect to hold the essentials you need for a getaway shopping trip. Long leather strap handles make them a great crossover bag....the lapis blue, crimson red and orange colors weaved into these bags are just beautiful! Small $32.95 Large $34.95

Wild Maine Blueberry Cobbler

Ingredients
Butter to grease pan
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 Tablespoons cornstarch
2 pints blueberries or mixed berries or 2 (14-ounce) bags frozen blueberries (not defrosted)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 (13-ounce) jar Wild Maine Blueberry Jam (Pick your jar up at Bonnes Amies)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into pieces
1/4 cup half and half or light cream

Directions
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Butter a 2-3 quart heavy baking dish.
In a small bowl combine sugar and cornstarch.
Gently stir the sugar mixture, blueberries, lemon zest, Wild Maine Blueberry Jam and cinnamon together in a bowl. Pour into prepared dish.
Combine flour, 1 Tablespoon of the sugar, baking powder and salt in a food processor and process briefly to blend. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Pour in half and half and pulse just until dough begins to pull together.
Remove dough from processor and knead briefly on a lightly floured surface to form a ball, adding more flour if dough is sticky. Break pieces of dough from ball and cover berries with slightly flattened pieces of dough in a “cobbled” irregular pattern. Sprinkle on remaining 2 Tablespoons of sugar.
Bake until crust is lightly browned and berries are hot, 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve with sweetened whipped cream, vanilla ice cream or yogurt.
This Wild Maine Blueberry Jam is bursting with tiny, hand raked Maine blueberries. Sweet and full of flavor, the blueberries are simmered with just the right amount of sugar and a splash of lemon juice to make this simple and extraordinary jam. One taste and you'll know why this is our top selling jam.

New Art In...

 Need new inspiration and a fresh look in your home? We have had a large shipment of art in this summer come check out our selection! Love this giclee print titled "Milking Shorthorn" with striking and bold contrast and color... $68.95
These beautiful large yellow sunflowers says "Summer" to me...this giclee art is large and bright makes me smile! $82.95

Wonderful Katmandu Chest/Bookcase

Some of the most interesting pieces that we recently got in at the store...hand painted and wonderful...Katmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is home to many skilled artisans. This piece is hand crafted and hand painted by these artist. The colors on this cabinet are original. Due to their bleak surroundings the people of Katmandu prefer radiant colors which are highlighted in these select pieces we receive in....this piece has great storage and perfect for any space. Is ideal for a t.v. cabinet as well...$1,140.00
 The old and ancient wonderful doors on this piece have a great patina....

Don't forget we offer layaway please feel free to ask...

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Lemon Raspberry Squares

Ingredients
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioner's sugar, plus extra for dusting
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 teaspoon ice water, if needed
1 cup Red Raspberry Jam (Pick your jar up at Bonnes Amies)
1 jar Lemon Curd  (Pick your jar up at Bonnes Amies)

Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9x9-inch pan.
Place flour, confectioners' sugar and salt in a food processor and pulse. Add the butter and process until the dough begins to form a ball, adding the ice water if necessary.
Press the dough evenly over the bottom of prepared pan. Bake until crust is lightly golden, about 20 minutes.
Let cool for at least 30 minutes, then spread jam evenly over the crust.
Carefully pour the curd over the jam layer, making sure to keep the two layers separate. Bake until curd topping is set, about 20 minutes. Let cool in pan.
Dust with confectioner's sugar and cut into squares with a serrated knife. Keep cool until ready to serve.

New Bright Gabacha Totes In...

 Need some brightness in your life? These Gabacha Totes for summer are fun, colorful, and festive! A great gift for graduation, a good friend, or just because you need a new summer bag!
Generation-after generation; women work in the style of their ancestors, using colorful yarns to make beautiful objects. Because their art is an expression of the culture, each piece is an individual work of art imprinted with the soul of its creator. The purchase of this collection helps Mayan artisans support their families and shares the culture and heart of these beautiful women. $38.00 each
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