Contents, the 173 Mercantile blog

Scentsational: My favorite Summer Scents

Summer Scents That Will Make You Feel Refreshed and Relaxed Summer is the perfect time to let loose and enjoy the warm weather. But with the heat c...

Bundles of Joy: Baby Shower Gifts

Baby showers have been around for centuries. The first recorded baby shower was in Germany in the 15th century. The tradition eventually s...

Pretty Fly for a Mai Tai

The Mai Tai: A Classic Tiki Cocktail with a Modern Twist The Mai Tai is a classic tiki cocktail that was first created in 1944 by Victor Bergeron, ...

The Rise of the Shower Ritual

Shower steamers and bath bombs are a great way to add a touch of luxury to your bath or shower routine. They come in a variety of scents and colors...

Gifting Concerige

Do you want to find a way to give gifts that are both thoughtful and unique? If so, you may want to consider using our Gifting Concierge Service!

Get Moving and Feel Good: Primal movement

I have been hearing a lot about Primal movement, and I am here for it!

How to Find Creative Outlets That Work for You

When you create something, you are taking pride in your work. This can help you to feel more positive about yourself and your abilities. It can als...

I love a window shop day and here's why

The Joys of Window Shopping My daughter and I did a lot of window shopping, in fact, I think her first shopping experiences were just that, walking...

Small town charm, big time shopping

Shopping in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport is more than just buying things. It's about supporting local businesses and getting to know your neighbors.

It's in the bag, the perfect way to show off your unique style

Forget big-name luxury labels-get your style jolt from a small designer! With unique designs and craftsmanship that stands out, you'll get great q...

OK, Let's be real: A Beauty Routine

We are bombarded with images of beauty every day. From the models in magazines to the celebrities on TV, it seems like everyone is telling us that ...

The little things- Soak Day

A Soak Day. A day for you to Soak In recent years, there has been a growing trend of people setting aside one day each week to focus on self-care. ...

Screen Printing is FUN!!

I love all art forms and wish I could practice them all! One of the forms I really am getting into lately is screen printing. It is a fun and relat...