This past Saturday was kind of a dream. There were bantam chickens running around, the Grateful Dead was playing, and I was surrounded by the most kind, spirited and smart women.
We spent roughly 7 hours in Kennebunkport, Maine, and it was just… the best.
Shauna organized a really lovely day trip for a group of us, and the highlight was definitely a weaving workshop (and the aforementioned chickens) with her friend Kerin, who owns Cape Porpoise Trading Co. in Kennebunkport.
Kerin welcomed us to her home/studio, where she taught us how to make one of her gorgeous recycled lobster rope doormats and set us up on two outdoor looms so we could make our own.
I kind of love how mine turned out (mine obviously has some, shall we say, character… but the mats Kerin weaves are flawless)! And it was really fun to make– you know I dig creative time, but it’s even better when shared with friends. I brought my mat to the Cape with me Saturday night (I drove straight from Kennebunkport to Harwich… except that I stopped for ice cream… but yes)– it looks just perfect outside our deck door.
Kerin makes each mat to order (I have my eye on this one) and she has the most adorable lobster rope ornaments for sale too. I loved seeing her studio and learning about her process — it was such a special morning.
Cape Porpoise Trading Co. recycled lobster mats are available online + in select stores across the country.
Our next stop was The Boathouse for lunch (the restaurant kindly provided complimentary appetizers + desserts). I had few bites of edamame, and ordered the fresh farm salad (it was perfect) and a side of fries (I eat like a toddler) for my meal. The food was great, as was the service– and the waterfront location and decor were just perfect. We shared lots of laughs over lunch before making a quick shopping stop over the bridge.
The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel + Restaurant is located at 21 Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, Maine.
We stopped at The Best of Everything in Kennebunkport (they have Florida locations as well and offered us each a gift card)– I picked out an adorable fall outfit for Grace and Corksicle tumbler for Nick (…sorry Nicky). The salespeople could not have been nicer, and the store was full of great gift options.
The Best of Everything is located at 9 Western Avenue in Kennebunkport (you can also shop online!).
After finishing up with our shopping, we drove about 20 minutes north to Biddeford, Maine to visit with Sarah and Leah, co-founders of Salty Girl Beauty. I had the chance to chat with Sarah and Leah at a past WELL Summit event and have loved following their success as they launched their own line of natural, organic products. Their personal stories and charitable work with the breast cancer community resonate strongly with my family, and I’m just amazed by their grace and grit. Special thanks to Amanda for setting up this visit!
I’m excited to try out some of their new products (their lavender bath salts + multi stick), but in the meantime, I wanted to be sure to share an upcoming event that Leah and Sarah have created, along with journalist Caitlin Kiernan and Violets Are Blue Skincare Company founder Cynthia Besteman.
The Cancer Wellness Expo is a one-day intimate conference featuring inspirational speakers, experts and influencers who will address the unique issues women with cancer face through honest, provocative and positive conversations. The CWE also offers women the chance to pamper themselves with wellness activities like yoga class, therapeutic stretching sessions, and one-on-one beauty tutorials.
The Cancer Wellness Expo, September 29th in New York City
You can shop + learn more about Salty Girl Beauty and their Foundation4Love charity by visiting their website.
The ride from Boston was under two hours (I stopped at Nubble Light– can’t resist a lighthouse), and definitely do-able for a day trip (though there are plenty of adorable inns + hotels in the area). I’d love to make it up again soon, but in the meantime, you can catch me snacking on Maine blueberries + admiring our new lobster rope mat.
Also On Tap for Today:
- Starting to plan a few DIY holiday gifts (this body scrub looks legit)
- Family walk at the Cape
- Getting a jump on meal planning for the week ahead
What is your favorite day trip location?
