The Cranford Barber Shop, at 16 North Avenue West, directly across from the train station, has been owned and operated by the Marsiglia family for 70 years. That’s right . . . . SEVENTY YEARS! It’s the place where most Cranford boys probably got their first haircuts. And they wouldn’t have it any other way. …
Witch Baby Soap: Bewitching Beauty Products Flying into Cranford this Week! Opening Day May 1, 2019
Meet owner Chelsea Selby and then wish her congratulations! She literally just got married and she and her husband are excited to open their first storefront for Witch Baby Soap at 11 Eastman Street in Cranford on Wednesday, May 1! It’s definitely exciting times for these Cranford newlyweds! Their handcrafted vegan and cruelty free beauty…
Cheech & Roo Opens in Garwood: Vintage Finds, Décor & Curiosities!
Wow – drop everything right now and head over to Cheech & Roo at 246 North Avenue in Garwood. If you are a lover of repurposed vintage finds, farmhouse décor, and collections of local artisans – it’s happy holidays to you! Cheech & Roo owner Elisa Miranda has transformed this old dance studio into a…
The Oils Room in Westfield – Keeping you Healthy and Pampered During the Holidays!
Christa Teevan, a local mother from Scotch Plains, has found the perfect balance between corporate life and following her passion of educating the community on the positive effects of essential oils. Her grand opening of The Oils Room in Westfield, NJ, happened in early November at 138 Elmer Street (sharing space with ViaNutrition). Her shop…
Annealed Studio – Let’s Make Jewelry!
Annealed Studio – Let’s Make Jewelry! Annealed Studio (pronounced “A-Nield”) just arrived at 107 North Avenue in Cranford! And oh boy – is North Avenue becoming a crafter’s destination! Welcome husband and wife team, Tricia Freire Greeley and Rob Greeley, and their one-of-a-kind jewelry studio! Learn to make unique jewelry, attend workshops, or book…
Get Crafty with Charlie Thyme DIY Studio in Kenilworth!
Owner Jenny Lichtenwalner recently opened an adorable new DIY store in Kenilworth at 200 N 14th Street called CharlieThyme-DIY Studio. She has been operating under this name at a store on Etsy called Charlie Thyme Etsy Store – for the last 6 years. Here you will find custom stickers, shirts, banners, rustic labels, burlap prints,…
Frankel’s: An Iconic Family Business from Brooklyn Has Put Down Roots in Garwood
Ok, I’ll admit – I’m a tad nosy when I see a formerly empty storefront showing signs of new activity. Little did I know, that when I walked into Frankel’s in Garwood, NJ (located at 86 North Avenue), I would be one of the very first customers to step inside their newest location (right next…
The Flower Shop in Westfield: Step Inside a Holiday Wonderland!
It all started with a little Instagram love affair…with The Flower Shop ! This is an adorable floral boutique in Westfield at 1120 South Avenue W. I am always surfing the local Instagram feed and “theflowershopnj” kept catching my eye with their stunning pictures of fresh bouquets and cute gift items. Their whole shop looked…
GRAND OPENING!! Cranford is Crazy for Playa Bowls!!
Cranford is crazy for Playa Bowls and our newest Playa Bowl spot just opened at 102B North Union Avenue! The smell of the salty air, the waves crashing, the sound of seagulls, the wind in your hair…anyone who has been to this blissful place knows that you are immediately transported back to the…
Cranford Fish Stand: Fresh, Sustainable, and Local!
Everyone is excited for the opening of Cranford Fish Stand, located at 200 South Avenue East, this Thursday, October 19! We spoke with owners Jill Sabochick, John Sabochick, and Kevin Pipchick earlier this summer to find out how they differ from other markets, why they chose Cranford, and how they plan on making fish fun! While…
Cranford’s Embellish is Your Pinterest Project Dream Shop
At the height of the handmade craft frenzy where people can see something on Pinterest and bring it to life – Donna Del Guercio of the former “Belladonna’s Yarn Room and Interiors” brings you her new store, “Embellish”. You’ll be spending quite a bit of time in this store, located at 106 North Union Avenue…
Patricia Perry Salon: A Westfield Experience Dedicated to Curls, Color, and Community!
I know there are a million NJ hair salons to choose from– so why did I decide to pick the Patricia Perry Salon in Westfield (www.patriciaperrysalon.com)to write about this week? My friend told me about her positive experience at the salon – from the gleaming chandeliers, to the sweet woman who shampooed her hair, the…
