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Thursday, January 20, 2011
Shopping in Strasburg
Established in the early 1700's, Strasburg remains much the same. The old town charm quickly takes hold as you stroll past quaint shops on tree-lined streets and hear the clip-clop of Amish horse and buggies going on their way. With each step, you step back in time - to the days when the town served as a trade center and stagecoach stop between Philadelphia and Lancaster.
From cozy bed and breakfasts to magnificent theatrical productions to unique quaint shops Strasburg is the community has something for everyone. While you are here ride in an authentic Amish buggy, take a trip to Paradise aboard an historic steam train and explore the quiet back roads past rolling hills and real working Amish farms, or simply enjoy a quiet walk thru town and embrace our old fashioned hometown feeling.
As an Innkeeper, I am often asked by guests " Where can I shop for unique, handmade gifts for my ..."(fill in babysitter, petsitter, grandchildren, best friend etc.) The home town feeling you'll get when in Strasburg is exemplified in my favorite store in town, Thistle and Vine 10 West Main Street in the square in Strasburg. Upon entering the store each guest is cheerfully greeted by the owner Dee and the scent of her homegrown and handmade lavender soaps, bath salts and other aromatherapy products. There is something for everyone in Thistle and Vine, and each product is locally made and, if not hand made by Dee, they are hand picked from local artisans and crafters. Dee personally creates all the beautiful jewelry, the individually designed seasonal wreaths and silk flower arrangements, soy candles and aromatherapy products. Her store motto is "Remember to keep the American dream alive, buy from an American artist".
She is also the chair for two craft fairs, one in the spring (held the Saturday of Memorial day weekend) and one in the fall (held the Saturday after Thanksgiving) . Please check her blog for details:
http://www.thistleandvine.blogspot.com/ Submitted by Stephanie Kaminoff, Rose Garden Bed and Breakfast.
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