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As we take a breath after the non-stop work of being a retail business over this past weekend, we are reflecting on how grateful we are for all of our customers. Danforth is a small business rooted in our communities. It is important to us to give back to our communities—large and small—when we can. On this Giving Tuesday, we look back at the last year of giving and what it has meant to us. …

If only we'd been paying attention earlier in the year, we would have known that December 23, 2023 marks the 200th anniversary of the publication of Clement Clarke Moore's iconic poem, A Visit from St. Nicholas (or, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas). We didn't realize it until, oh, around July sometime—well past the time when we typically finish up our product plans for the year. Undete …

Fall is waning up here in northern Vermont…the leaves are falling off the trees, the days are getting shorter quickly, and we’re starting the see the damp, gloomy weather that heralds stick season*. It’s hard to say farewell to our favorite season, so here are five tricks we use to hold onto that crisp, cozy fall feeling.Indulge in flowers. There are plenty of flowers, dried or fresh, th …

Looking for an anniversary gift for your sweetheart? It can be hard to find something that conveys a message as deep and heartfelt as you feel. Fortunately, we're in the business of handcrafting meaningful gifts that do just that. Whether you're celebrating your first or your fiftieth, show your love with a gift that will last a lifetime. 1. Hammered Jefferson Cup This utterly unique piec …