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‘Beaded Brilliance’ with Marcella Sager at GIB

Join us in charming Boonsboro, Maryland on Nov. 29th, 2025 for Small Business Saturday! It’s your chance to Shop Small, Support Local, and fall head over heels for small-town vibes, because let’s face it, everything’s Better in the Boro!
Over at Gifts Inn Boonsboro, we’ll shine the spotlight on our very own local gem, jewelry artist Marcella Sager, from 11am-2pm.
Marcella, a beloved Boonsboro resident, is like a sunbeam in the town and a superstar at Nora businesses. You might catch her sprinkling love on flowers around Inn Boonsboro in summer or swapping stories with locals at Gifts Inn Boonsboro events. When the chill sets in, she’s cozying up with watercolor painting, jewelry making, and crafting delightful creations, all while squeezing in time for friends and family.
This lively artist is all about spreading smiles and sparking conversations. She has a whimsical habit of naming her jewelry pieces, drawing inspiration from the muses of the moment like ‘Wyonna’ and ‘Margo,’ or dreaming up scenarios like ‘Into the Night’ and ‘Passion in the Afternoon.’
#SmallBusinessSaturday, #ShopLocal, #BetterInTheBoro

‘Canvas Creations’ with Rachael Thompson at GIB

Hop on over to Boonsboro, Maryland, on Dec. 6th, 2025, for a ‘Holiday In Boonsboro’ extravaganza! In town we’ll be serving up a buffet of winter wonder, holiday cheer, and a little chit-chat with the jolly pair, Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Swing by Gifts Inn Boonsboro between 11am-2pm, where we’ll be spotlighting the dazzling Rachael Thompson, a local artist, acrylic virtuoso, and crafting enthusiast.
Rachael, a proud graduate of Frostburg State University, paints her world in lively colors. Her art dances between nature and mythology, bouncing from near-realism to whimsical flights of fancy. And when curiosity strikes, she dabbles in other crafts and mediums, ensuring her creativity is always on the move!
Quote by Artist: “Art has been a constant influence in my life. It became and still is a way for my mind to slow down from the frenzied pace of life, appreciating each moment as it comes. To me, art is as important as the air I breathe; it is essential and affects my every thought and action.”

‘Eerie Elegance’ with Sarah Amendola and Michelle Arsenault – At Gifts Inn Boonsboro

‘Eerie Elegance’ is your chance to embrace the Halloween spirit with the bewitching and hauntingly exquisite art jewelry crafted by not just one, but two spook-tacular artists: Sarah Amendola and Michelle Arsenault! Join us for an enchanting evening at Gifts Inn Boonsboro on October 30th, from 1 PM to 6 PM, where a tapestry of shadows and light invites you to a mesmerizingly captivating experience!

About Sarah Amendola created Mockingbird Lane Artistries:

“At Mockingbird Lane Artistries, we are dedicated to crafting jewelry that celebrates the macabre; merging the eerie charm of Halloween, the solemnity of Victorian Era coffin antiques, and the serene beauty of gravestones with gemstones and metal-work.

We employ the processes of electro-forming and photo-grammetry to capture the intricate details of gravestones and antiques, transforming history into miniature wearable art; bringing unique artistry to life.”

About Michelle Arsenault created Michelle Ink Designs:

In 2007, I stumbled across a fascinating medium – precious metal clay fine silver. With my own hands, a tiny kiln and through the moment of combustion – I began a new foray into fine silver jewelry.

“al*che*mist – a person who transforms or creates something through a seemingly magical process”

My gypsy blood inspires me to build silver treasures that tell stories and are constructed to carry these stories for generations.

In 2017 I also began teaching, sharing the fascination of the limitless possibilities with this amazing material. I share my own unique blend of technique collected through years of manipulation and experimentation.

Always open to the next idea, I delight in the endless potential, the next vision, waiting within the fine silver clay.

Personal (jewelry) and small home decor, a tale in silver for any reader.

Girls’ Night Out with Artist Jennifer Strickland – At Gifts Inn Boonsboro

May 15th from 5-9pm

Get ready to shimmy your way to Boonsboro, Maryland, for our dazzling and ever-so-popular event— Girls’ Night Out! I know! We’re all squeeing too!!! We’ll boogie like nobody’s watching, glam it up just because we can, and belt out our favorite tunes at this fabulous Prom-themed bash! Whether you’re channeling your inner hippie, disco diva, elegant princess, or rocking that trusty band tee-and-jeans, we want you there to kick off the fun! The festivities await in Boonsboro, MD, and your presence is the magic that will ignite the night!

Adding to the allure of our Girls’ Night Out at Gifts Inn Boonsboro, the dazzling Jennifer Strickland, our dazzling dichroic glass superstar, will light up the night—because what’s a party without a sprinkle of sparkle? Grab your best girls and meet us here, this is too hot to miss!

‘Curated Contraptions’ by Mary Masterilli – At Gifts Inn Boonsboro

Get ready for an Alice-in-Wonderland wild experience at the latest art show by fantastical, steampunk-inspired, mad scientist-artist Mary Masterilli! Specializing in mixed-media assemblage and crazy creativity, Mary cannibalizes bits and bobs from ordinary items and turns them into works that are completely unexpected. Join us at GIB on June 7th from 1-4pm to meet Mary and marvel at her amazing art, just in time for Father’s Day!

Artist’s Statement: “Junk is my medium. Vintage typewriters and cameras, broken VCRs and DVDs, creepy doll parts and other “found objects.” My steampunk-persuaded art brings together the discards and fragments of industrial society with natural elements such as wood and copper, interpreting the histories of forgotten things. Whether functional art, casual furniture, or fine art sculpture, Apothic Art represents my ongoing attempt to recapture the feelings and memories of a free-range childhood spent playing in abandoned factories along Philadelphia’s Manayunk Canal.”

Title: Curated Contraptions

DATE: June 7th, 2025

Time: 1-4pm

‘Tumbling In Gratitude’ by William Roberts – At Inn Boonsboro

We are thrilled to announce a new upcoming exhibition at the elegant Inn Boonsboro, featuring exciting abstract surrealist painter, William Roberts. ‘Tumbling in Gratitude’ is a dynamic creation showcasing the artist’s dual passions of painting and music. Plan now to attend the Opening Reception on April 6 from 2-4pm to meet the man himself. His inspiring art will remain on display at the Inn until the Closing Reception on June 1st from 2-4pm. All are welcome to attend the receptions, but if you prefer a private tour please call us at Gifts Inn Boonsboro at 301-432-0090.

Artist: William Roberts

Show Title: Tumbling in Gratitude

About William: “William Roberts is a Percussionist, Composer, and Fine Arts Painter; he practices combining the disciplines of Fine Arts and Musical Expression. William is the first artist in the Washington D.C. Area to perform original music inspired by his paintings at the Foundry Gallery in June of 1987. William’s visual art varies in extremes from Abstract-Surrealism, portraiture, and landscapes.

William has been influenced by his Professor Walter Kravitz at George Mason University and has studied Forensic Art with the renowned Lois Gibson at Northwestern University. William’s work has been procured into many private collections along with multiple portrait commissions. William is currently finishing his 10th CD along with another recording project in Eulogy to the First World War. William is looking forward to putting full time attention to his art and music after working over 40 years in the mental health field.”

‘New Works’ Stephen Wright – At Gifts Inn Boonsboro

GIB is THE place to be on May 2nd from 5-8pm, where you can meet local legend ceramic artist (and musician) Stephen Wright of Wright Hand Pottery. Stephen’s arrestingly different and fascinating pottery pieces are huge favorites in the shop, from functional conversation starters like his weird, wonderful ‘Fish Plates’ to his gleaming glazed fruit creations. And he’s promised us new work we’ve never seen before for this show!

Title: ‘Hand-Sculpted Pottery the Wright Way’

About Stephen: “Stephen Wright owns and operates THE WRIGHT HAND DRUM COMPANY. Steve is the designer of his instruments, and makes each one by hand with his specially formulated and fired clay. The drums he makes are inspired by traditional clay instruments, as well as those of his own design. Some of the clay percussion instruments he makes include bongos, bongo sets, doumbeks, ubangs, ghatams, claypans, and shakers, as well as the gunta drum which he designed himself. Besides being a clay drum maker, teacher, and ceramic artist with twenty years experience, Steve also performs regularly on drum set and hand percussion . . . .

WRIGHT HAND STUDIO is a fully equipped clay studio located in Hagerstown, Maryland. Steve Wright teaches five classes weekly, teaching both Wheel and Hand-building Techniques. The studio is Steve Wright’s personal studio where he produces his own work. There he provides a clean, fun, community environment where students can learn and explore the endless possibilities of working with clay.”

 

Once in a Full Moon SALE! – At Gifts Inn Boonsboro

The enchanting allure of the Snow Moon has motivated us to infuse our shop with a touch of moon dust and refresh our offerings. This presents a special chance for our Treasure Seekers, as we will part with a few cherished items. Get ready for our ‘Once in a Full Moon!’ SALE, starting on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, and running through Monday, February 17th. Prepare to be captivated by the fantastic deals on some of your favorite treasures. Be sure to snatch them up before they vanish into the moonlight! (We’re all a little moon-crazy around here!)

P.S. We love our Treasure Seekers to the moon and back!

SALE ITEMS:

Route One (Products and Apparel)

Shupaca (Apparel)

Knob Creek Metal Arts (Home Decor)

Various Ornaments

Classic Touch Decor (Home Decor)

Rosetree Glass (Glass Decor)

Various Cards and Notecards

Annemarie Poole Pottery (Porcelain Decor)

More to be named …..

Pine Needle Basket Making Workshop with Sarah Soltow

Welcome to the World of Pine Needle Basketry!

October 14th & 15th, 2023

Join Artist, Sarah Soltow for a 2-day workshop learning the art and magic of these creations.

“When life gives you pine needles….”

Sarah, originally from Shepherdstown, WV, moved to Richmond, VA after a stint in Arizona. Surrounded again by green trees, then experiencing the pandemic lock down, she turned her creative urges to making pine needle baskets using indigenous and endangered Longleaf Pine needles from a tree on her property.

Her love for natural objects, for sewing, and for creative pursuit came together in the perfect storm to master the ancient craft of basket making, using the bounty of her tree. Soon she was designing, creating, and offering her exquisite little artisan baskets for sale.

Teaching others was the natural next step.

All material tools and supplies are included in the fee. Eight participants will make a basket to take home. This 2-Day workshop will be held at the Inn of Boonsboro From 10am – 3pm and will include refreshments. Fee:$125….

Limited Space Available (8 Seats)

 

When the Camera’s Close at Hand

Laura Reeth has made her mark in the shop and the Inn with her photographs, which run the gamut from hauntingly beautiful to surprising and cheerful. We’re thrilled to have corralled her long enough to put together an exhibit for us, titled When the Camera’s Close at Hand, on display from October 30 through November 29.

Laura shares, “Is a walk a walk without a camera? For me, a camera is my personal filter to express what I see, even in the routine and the familiar.

Over the last decade, it’s a rare day I set out on a morning walk without at least a smartphone in hand to capture what I see along the way.  I prefer to walk just after sunrise when the world is quiet yet still brimming with anticipation, moving along regular routes, almost without thought.  Actually, that’s not true – I put some thought into the daily decisions:  go right or left?  Toward the sun or away?  Busy street or quiet park?  Each answer partially dictates where I go or what I see.

Seasons and light and flowers and trees change, but my feet remember the routes and my eyes seek out something new in the familiar.  Are there clouds or is the sun a stark, singular light?  Is there reflection?  How does the light affect it? Those questions bundle themselves up tightly until they are part of the instinctive awareness of my surroundings. No concrete answer, just a looking, a seeking, then lifting the camera to capture.  Some days the image is exactly what I saw.  Some days I return home and there’s a surprise in the photo, a nuance that only comes forward with quiet contemplation.

I share what I see in the routine and familiar with the hope that it brings the viewer a sense of calm, and perhaps a small drop of early morning anticipation in seeing what’s around the next corner.”

We can’t wait to see either, Laura!