Give Great Scents

We love giving gorgeous little gifts for the holidays, especially when said gifts are made by Indiana based artisans and makers. Enter Amber Blends, one of our fav-o-rite fragrance lines, that just so happens to be made just south of us in Indianapolis. 

The range of unisex fragrances is unique and luxurious and features natural ingredients. The scents are sultry and warm, and as they mix with the wearer's unique chemistry, they deepen for a customized finish. We know women who've lost their bottles to their husbands and vice versa, so we're confident these fragrances are gifts anyone will enjoy. 

Our sister store, The FIND, caught up with the owners of Ambre Blends to chat about the history of the company, current products and what we'll be wearing from them next year.

Read the blog post then come shop the comprehensive line of fragrances and bath & body products for those on your gift list - or for yourself (we won't tell).

Smell ya later!

Holiday Stuffing

We dream of the Winter holidays all year long. We shop, plan and curate the best of the best stocking stuffers and gifts in the land, for every kind of recipient. Of course, it would be impossible to share all the goodies we have in store, so we've handpicked some of our current favorites. From tiny treasures to thoughtful luxuries, we're excited to help you stuff your stockings with style!
 

For Her

Ambre Blends Body Cream $24 | Leather Necklaces + Bracelets $38 | Porcelain Initial Ring Dishes $39.50 | Beekman Lip Balm $8

For Him

Jack Black Men's Skincare $17 | Wood'n Steel Wallets, Starting at $45 | Second Chance Farms Scotch Infused Honey $12| Native Union Chargers, Starting at $27

For the Drinker

Porcelain Corks $16 | Straw Cards $7 | Smathers & Branson Flask $65 | Cork Safe (Wine + Champagne sizes), Starting at $10.25

For the Kiddos

Nom Nom Necklaces, Starting at $18 | Maileg Mice, Starting at $20 | Ruffle Socks $6.25 | Notes of Inspiration $8

 

We're on standby here in #thenoke to serve as your elves this holiday season!

Too soon?

Yes, we know Halloween is tomorrow, but some of our holiday merch has started to arrive and we're just so giddy about the goodies! Take a peek at our lovely new Christmas stockings and a few ideas for filling them...

christmas stockings

Chic new stockings to freshen up your mantle...

to be filled with unique and delightful pieces that will bring joy to faces everywhere!

With stylish totes and leather goods, fun and funky jewelry (have you seen the cement jewelry yet? We're obsessed.), cute books for children and the perfect card for the wine lovers on your list, there's so many treasures at The Trove. 

Get a head start on your holiday shopping now, so you can really enjoy the festivities of the season ahead! 

Neighbors in #thenoke: Fearless Cook

Laura Wilson has been treating Northeast Indiana and far, far beyond to her gourmet delights for decades. The Le Cordon Bleu trained chef is talented, kind, driven and generous, and her presence in Roanoke is oh so valued. 

With La Dolce Vita, Wilson has been offering cooking classes, European food tours and Wednesday lunches to die for, in addition to a curated selection of cooking implements and entertaining staples. 

But her latest venture is Fearless Cook, located just a hop and a skip from La Dolce Vita. This new boutique with a mission stocks the greatest kitchen tools like whisks, spoons, spatulas, bar equipment, knives, linens, aprons and locally made wooden bowls, cutting boards and cheese boards. You'll also find a well-edited selection of coffees and teas and various accoutrement for flawless brewing.

Says Wilson, "Together we are going to be fearless in the kitchen. All cooking takes is a good palate and no fear. No fear of failing, burning, pots overflowing, or scalding. Just get in there and cook for your family and friends. If you make a mess, you will learn from it, so chalk that up to a good thing! We have all the tools you need to make and bake with ingredients you can actually pronounce giving you the courage to feed your friends and family with delicious creations and love!"

We adore Chef Laura Wilson, La Dolce Vita and Fearless Cook. Click below to learn more about all of Wilson's gourmet offerings in #thenoke!

Makers Market 2017

We love to fill our lawn in #thenoke with fun activities and local vendors, which is why we host Makers Market days in front of our barn each Autumn. This year, we're blowing it out with an amazing selection of local crafters and artisans on October 7th, from 11a - 3p.

Take a peek at the makers joining us this year:

From top to bottom, left to right: Gilly Flower, Supernovaas, G2G Jewelry, Bohemia Art and Design, Knotoday, Bored Otter Farm,  K1ND Goods, Old Fort Tee Company, Frebella and InJoy Designs. 

Come to charming Roanoke and shop these talented, local, indie artisans. Shop small, support local. 

Chilewich, Why We Obsess

Used by some of the finest restaurants in the world, Chilewich is an obsession-worthy brand and here's why:

Chilewich offers fashionable placemats and runners in every texture, size, weave and color under the sun, so you'll have no problem finding a style to perfectly complement your decor. While we're fans of neutrals (shocking, we know), the saturated spectrum of colors is dizzying and we want. them. all.

Chilewich placemats and runners are so thin, place settings and stemware sit evenly on the surface so they make setting a beautiful table an absolute dream. Let's take a moment of silence to mourn the loss of previously shattered glasses and goblets...

Chilewich's floor mats are also low-profile, so your door will never catch on the pile, and they won't cause furniture and lighting to tip or teeter.

Perhaps the best part, all Chilewich placemats, runners and floor mats can be easily rinsed or hosed off, rather than laundered, making these pieces a practical, durable and good looking home textile option. 

You simply must come in to see and feel these gems for yourself. Come obsess with us... 

Barn Sale 2017

We don't go on sale often but when we do, we go BIG. This year, our barn will be loaded up with home decor, gifts, furniture, architectural details, jewelry, clothing and so! much! more!

While we pull lots of fab merch into our barn in the few hours before the sale begins, get a eensy-teensy sneak peek below at a sliver of what you'll find inside during the event:

Remember, the early bird gets all the best stuff, so grab your friends and a coffee to-go and be the first to shop our beloved barn!

Come shop our Barn Sale on September 9th from 10a - 5p. With discounts up to 50% off, you won't want to miss out!

Take note: The Roanoke Fall Festival will be in full swing on the 9th so make a day of it and enjoy all that downtown Roanoke has to offer! Get more details here.

Prepping for Fall

It's always fun to get organized for Autumn. We love sweater weather and the return of our favorite denim pieces, paired with all the fun Fall festivities that fill our calendars like the famous Johnny Appleseed Festival and our legendary Barn Sale (stay tuned for info on that can't-miss event). Here's how we're starting the transition from Summer to Fall...

Take the trickiness out of transitional dressing and refresh your closet with easy layers, paired with upgraded denim staples.

Treat yourself to a new "Back to School" supply, such as a new take everywhere S'well bottle, the most chic tech accessories on the planet or a stylish new agenda. 

Come shop our latest and greatest and get ready for the season ahead!