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Artisan Series 3 - Glass Etcher Lisa Wilkins has been interested in crafts since an early age. She uses her etching technique to create a line of beautifully etched Andover items for our store.   Did you know that glass etching techniques have been around for centuries? However, the popularity of etched glass grew astronomically during the Victorian era, when acid etching was invented.  Victorians used etched glass to decorate windows and doors in their homes and businesses. The frosty glass was not only decorative, but also provided privacy when used in street-facing doors and windows. Andover Collection carries an assortment of...

Artisan Series 2 - Local Artisan Crystal Murphy creates our Andover motif home and fashion items. We carry her Andover Pillows, Aprons and dog coats.   Did you know that in addition to creating products with her sewing skills she is a trained yoga instructor helping people strengthen their physical and mental health?  In between her yoga sessions at Spark Fitness and the Andover YMCA, Crystal can be found in her home studio cutting and stitching up her unique designs.  Check them out at  Andover Collection - custom orders are also available.

Artisan Series 1 - Meet Janet Hamlin, a fine artist whose watercolor paintings have become icons of the town on Andover.  Her beautiful paintings of Phillips Academy landmarks and local Andover scenes capture these everyday visuals while presenting them in a new light.  Did you know that many of Janets’ works now live across the globe?  Her paintings can be found in Japan, Germany, Sweden, England and France. Janet has been painting Andover, MA and the surrounding area for over 19 years. You can find a selection of her prints and greeting cards available at Andover Collection

Monday, January 16, 2023 is the 28th anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The holiday is celebrated each year as a day of service encouraging all to volunteer in their communities.  The Andover Service Day Organization has arranged with local schools, businesses and institutions in the community to offer many volunteer opportunities for families to participate in.  Opportunities range from assisting elders in the community, organizing donations for local shelters, lifting spirits to individuals undergoing medical treatments, supporting our troops and more.  Opportunities are organized for children as well as adults; there is something for everyone to get...

Our 3rd Annual Clothing Drive this past holiday proved to be a great success.  With the continued generosity of our customers, we were able to donate over 100 clothing items for the homeless.  We thank Sofia from Winter Walk for stopping by to pick them all up!  Winter Walk Organization is an initiative that raises awareness and funds for homelessness. You can find out more about Winter Walk and their upcoming events at https://winterwalk.org/