New Arrivals from your friends at Ban.do!

Is the never ending winter for 2015 finally driving you mad? The calendar says Spring is under a month away, we all know it is going to take a lot longer to actually start feeling that way outside. While I can't do anything about the weather, I do know something that is going to help your mood. 

It is nearly impossible to feel gloomy with this fun spring collection for Ban.do! This design group for L.A. is inspired by disco balls, confetti cannons, and fizzy cocktails and it shows is everything they make. They do girly-girl to the extreme and remind you to have fun, ok?

Just because you're an adult doesn't mean you have to carry boring accessories! 

This stripy duo is perfect for a weekend getaway or a day at the beach! 

keep your phone, sunglasses, and lip balm all save in one place

Clockwise: phone case for iphone5/5s or 6, seafoam pouch, pencil pouch, lilac pouch

 

26 rose gold bobbies in cute travel case...a girl can never have enough bobbies, ever.

koozies & tumblers for all the tastiest drinks of summer

you'll never be lost in a crowd with this canvas heart weekend duffle

iPhone 6 case and iPhone 5/5s or 6/6+ backup phone charger so you keep you instagram update 24/7

(above photos courtesy of Ban.do)

Let's getaway!

We don't know about you, but here in Portsmouth it's safe to say we'd all leave the snow behind if we had the chance! Whether you're day-dreaming of a swift jet-set, planning your upcoming spring break or you're just going to take advantage of your next free weekend, we collected some of our faves for your next vay-cay.

The Escapist
From top left to right:

• Rhodia leather-bound notebook in iris: a lovely spot to write all about your adventures. 
• Peter Pan: this cloth-bound gem is an excellent and quick read... perfect whether you are jetting off or simply letting the classic tale take you away on an adventure of imagination! 
• Laney lunch tin: pack up lunch and set off on a living-room picnic.
• Forestbound's Escape utility tote: if you are, indeed, setting off for adventure - this new bag is sure to set the tone for travels abroad.
• Yellow Owl Workshop camera pennant: this snappy necklace hangs at 30", is made of 22k gold and is a perfect accessory to the real deal. 
• Social Preparedness Kit: with 6 blank cards and 6 thank you notes with envelopes, this kit has everything you need to thank your hosts, nice-to-meet-ya to new pals, or to write home to your BFF if she isn't already adventuring with you!

Sea-Worthy
From top left to right:

• Hand-in-Hand lip balm in sea salt: super hydrating lip butter from a stellar company (they save 50 square feet rain forest, give clean water and a bar of soap to children in need with every purchase). 
• Herbivore Botanicals sea clay soap: so you'll smell absolutely divine as you sail off. 
• Baggu nylon dopp kit: a jazzy catch-all for all your little things. 
• Sea Bag whale tote: the best easy-breezy ocean-going tote made of recycled sails.
• Mast Brother's sea salt chocolate bar: for energy, of course.
• Star chart matches: to light your way!

The Day-Tripper
From top left to right:

• Porcelain geode necklaces: stunning gold-dipped necklaces that you'll want to wear your whole trip. 
• Herbivore Botanicals lip butter in blood orange: refreshing and yummy balm made from the best ingredients to cure those Winter chapped lips.
• The Hive Studio's calligraphy kit: the perfect new project to undertake on your getaway!
• Dotted cross-body bag: a hand-silk-screened canvas bag with a leather strap that is oh-so-comfy and the ideal on-the-go bag. 
• Shinola notebooks: the best place to practice your calligraphy or jot notes from your day out. 
• Kinfolk: always good for inspiration or to curl up with at your local coffee shop.

Tell us where you're going next; we want to hear all about your adventures!

Falling for Forestbound

Honestly, who doesn't love a great bag? Fashionable and practical, these Forestbound bags are an all time favorite here at the store. Each bag is made by hand with vintage fabric, meaning that these are truly one of a kind! The designer, Alice, really out did herself with our "wishlist" of what we wanted for this order. Speaking of wishlists, we have a feeling more than one of these will be ending up on someone's list. 

One of a kind 1940s print feed sack fabric with 3 front pockets, leather handles and bottom
$210 | Handmade in Boston, MA

 

 One of a kind 1940's printed cotton tote with WW2 navy canvas pocket and 

leather handles.
$170 | Handmade in Boston, MA

 One of a kind 1930's printed feed sack tote with WW2 canvas pocket and leather handles.
$170 | Handmade in Boston, MA

 One of a kind layered 1930's-1950's canvas from feed sacks and duffel bags with leather 

handles and bottom
$210 | Handmade in Boston, MA

One of a kind 1930's chambray tote with WW2 canvas pocket and leather handles.
$170 | Handmade in Boston, MA