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It was a glorious day, but Queen Elizabeth I was anything but pleased.  The year was 1572, and the deeply dissatisfied Queen left Berkeley Castle in a huff.  She would...

“Leaf peeping” is a very specific type of sightseeing where folks flock from all corners of the Earth to sneak a peak at the spectacular fall foliage that Maine provides....

It's back to school season! You may be thinking, "What does Bates have to do with my kids going back to school?" But in fact, there is a rich history of children...

August’s featured bedspread is possibly our oldest matelassé style still in continuous production: the Heritage.  With its classic, half-drop repeat of botanical X’s and O’s, it’s no wonder this ageless...

After the Fourth of July, we start to realize the end of summer is near. The back to school shopping signs are up and the fall sports schedules are starting...

The old adage says “something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue,” but how about something Made in USA, too? Below, find 5 fantastic gifts that we recommend you...

  The Americana flaunts a classic, geometric all-over pattern of circular star motifs arranged within an open framework.  Inspired by the bold shapes of American folk designs, this style harmoniously...

Here on the east coast, and especially in New England, we have a deep rooted connection to the birth of the good ol’ US of A. Therefore, we have the...

It’s June! Warm weather has finally arrived, and here in Maine we’re all ecstatic to spend some days in the grand outdoors.  This state really is beautiful-- and as soon...

On Martha Washington's birthday (June 2), we're proud to share the story of our most popular and timeless bedspread, the Martha Washington's Choice. George Washington chose the original of this bedspread...

When Spring first arrives, we are usually pretty excited to wave goodbye to Old Man Winter. Then it hits us. We have a ton of work to do in order...

Graduation marks a time when we celebrate achievement and look to the future with renewed confidence. Give the graduates in your life a gift that not only crowns this achievement but...