Thank you to Coffee by Design for being such a great ambassador for Maine; its people, places, and products.

Coffee by Design 8/24/2025:

Someone recently told us that being “Maine Made” doesn’t matter anymore.

We couldn’t disagree more.

Last month, at World of Coffee Geneva, we found ourselves surrounded by people who live and breathe coffee. Roasters, growers, importers, baristas — all passionate, all driven. And while we were proud to represent Coffee By Design, we were just as proud to represent something bigger: Maine. And everything small business stands for.

We always show up with a duffle bag full of Maine-made swag. Not just for fun, but because it says something. It says we believe in quality. In doing things the right way. In community. In perseverance. These are the values that built Coffee By Design, and they’re the values that still guide us.

Being Maine Made matters.

It means we stay true to our roots while standing on the world stage. It means we carry the grit, the craft, and the spirit of our state with us, wherever we go.

So yes — we still believe it matters. And we’ll keep showing up. Because Maine has always shown up for us.

Bracelets By: @akakpoandco

• Harpley Slides recently sent a big order to Jyvaskyla, Finland!
• Zucchini Fish sent an order to Duganzon Shop (Sharon, CT) who opened their doors on August 27th.
• Buoy Pops can now be found in all Sherman's Bookstore locations.
• Mad Gab's lip balms were spotted at Big Y in Branford, CT.

Visit our Event page to find our makers at events focused on community, garlic, needhams, bees, apples, cheese, and more!

There are also other fantastic event listings with hundreds of Maine Made makers and artisans - meet them, see their products up close, and support your local economies.

Step into 100 years of Maine at The Big E! 

September 12-28

The iconic Maine Building opens for its 100th year! Filled with the best of Maine; from handcrafted goods and fresh flavors to passionate makers and local brands.  

You'll discover over 30 vendors, including over a dozen Maine Made members!

🌲 Explore, taste, shop, and connect — all 17 days! 

• Cold Current Kelp's Kelp Glow products have a new look with their packaging.
• Tri Pom Chews released their new website on September 1st which includes a new name, logo, and packaging as Timber Bark Treat Co. They promise this new branding will continue their mission and commitment to the healthiest pet treats. You can read more about the change here.

Congratulations to:

• Textured Porcelain for receiving the People's Choice Award at the Portland Fine Craft Show.

Celebrating:

• Lehoux Art celebrated 10 years.
• The Scone Goddess celebrated 6 years

As Seen:

• Red Kettle Kimchi was featured in Downeast Magazine
• Pickles Potions appeared in Wellness Magazine
• To be seen: Christina Vincent will be highlighted as one of the "Five Maine Women Making Heirloom-quality pieces" in the Autumn issue of Green and Healthy Maine.
• Erica Moody, DMG Designs, Hammer Forge Creations, and Nick Rossi Knives were all included in Green and Healthy Maine's "The art and craft of working with fire - Meet six Maine metalsmiths"
• Block Brothers Custom Cabinet's remodel in Freeport was featured in remodelista.com as the Kitchen of the Week - "A Not to Kitchen-y" Kitchen in Maine.

Opening:

• North Country Wind Bells and More held its soft opening last weekend and looks forward to a bigger Grand Opening September 11, 12 and 13, daily from 10 to 4 at their new seasonal retail location at 799 Atlantic Highway (Rte. 1) in Waldoboro. Effective October 9, their manufacturing facility will relocate to 2500 Winslow Mills Road in Waldoboro, which will feature a smaller retail shop to be open in the off-season.
• The Cultivated Thread will be holding an open house on October 4th from 11-4 at the new studio and teaching space located at 227 South Old Sheepscot Road in Wiscasset. There will be weaving demonstrations, textiles for sale, and snacks. Come cast a vote for naming the new fleet of teaching looms!

Note: The entire contents of this newsletter were generated by a real person - we're keeping things as original and authentic as the products we represent.