Happy Holidays !

Make sure to come check out our Winter Wonderland window this season!

And if you are late shoppers, we still have plenty of great gifts in stock for your last minute shopping stop.  We've got you covered!

We hope everyone will celebrate the joy of the Holidays with good company, great food and drinks. We wish you all lots of happiness and prosperity in the New Year.   

Cheers!

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Please note our opening/closing hours during the holidays:

Dec 24th - Open 11am-8pm

Dec 25th - Closed

Dec 29th - Open 11am-8pm
Dec 30st - Jan 2nd - Closed

We will reopen on Friday Jan 3rd at our regular hours,
Tues through Sat 11am-8pm

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A Hint of Tradition from Europe

Christmas markets originated in Germany as far back as the Middle Ages.  They take place during the four weeks of Advent, right before Christmas.   Held in the town square, they used to bring a great sense of community offering traditional Christmas cookies, heart-warming locally made drinks, nativity scenes and wooden toys accompanied by traditional singing and dancing.  It must have been a magical time for small towns and villages back in the days, with such a sense of unity and sharing.

The markets have been admired all around the world.  Many countries now host their own versions of them. 
We love the look of them.  Old, new, it's a great time of year!

Mother's Day Gift Ideas (Part Two)

May has finally arrived with beautiful sunny weather! 

This Mother's Day arrangement is with the new mother in mind, perhaps celebrating her first Mother's Day. 

Becoming a mother is one of the most rewarding experiences--help her capture the moments with a 5-year memory journal.

Or maybe she'd enjoy small antique items like a keepsake jar or an adorable animal figure.

But what mother could resist a nice relaxing bubble bath with beautiful lit candles? 

Mom's One Line A Day - $17.00

Jewelry Box - $48.00  ON SALE $35.00

Assorted Antique Animals - $20.00~30.00

Cote Bastide Bubble Bath/Fig Tree - $50.00

Land by Land Vacations Candle - $26.00

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

As the season slowly sets into late spring, Mother's Day (May 12th) is fast approaching. 
 Although still a comfortable two weeks away, it's never too early to start thinking of some gift ideas!

Why not surprise mom with a nice breakfast in the morning and a new sugar pot for her tea?

Or a charming vase to add a delicate touch to the home?

Or if she enjoys aromatherapy, maybe a lovely room spray or massage oil?

And a gift wouldn't be complete without a card to add a sweet sentiment for the occasion.

Chehoma "Bohemian" Sugar Pot - $12.00

Roost Reef Vase - $24.00~$32.00

Cote Bastide Room Spray (Fig Tree/Old Rose) - $50.00

~ Love is in the air ~

We are on sale! 

And our Valentine window is up.

Be sure to come on by this week, or send your sweetheart.

Gifts and gift certificates are ready!

 ~ Commune wishes a happy Valentine's day 

to all lovebirds ~

December Gift Guide

It's December! Gift hunting season is officially open!

We have been working around the clock this month to bring you the best gifts and they have finally arrived in our store! 

Below is a small selection of what we think would make happy gifts. 

From storage baskets to hand-crafted ornaments & jewelry, ceramics and precious objects for the home, gift tags & seasonal cards.  All currently available at Commune.

   We are so looking forward to this holiday season. 

 So, come by & happy Holiday shopping!

 

Remember, you can purchase over the phone.

Give us a call and we'll be happy to help you with your purchase  718.384.7412

 

 

A summer standard: Renegade!

Last weekend was the annual Renegade Craft Fair taking place right by the East River waterfront.

Those of you who attended know how HOT it was!  But it was great to meet artisans from all over the country, mingle with the crowd while enjoying delicious local food and finally cool off by the lemonade stands.

We had a great time.

Wrapping for Mom

3 weeks until Mother's day (May 13th) and it's time to start thinking about how special you want to make her feel.

Of course, what's inside is what matters most, but sometimes the time and care put into wrapping your present can be a beautiful expression of your love as well. 

We found these creative wrapping ideas for this very special day. 

We hope you'll find inspiration in them!

As for what goes inside, we have beautiful jewelry, candles, cards, ceramics, journals and all kinds of mommy-loving presents available at our store, so come on by!