2025 Holiday Guide: Shopping

  • 23 Flower Farm

    23 Flower Farm is a small, sustainable flower farm offering seasonal blooms. For the holidays, shoppers can look ahead to warmer days by gifting Spring and Summer 2026 flower subscriptions and gift certificates, perfect for anyone who looks forward to the first bouquets of the season. Visit their website for more information.​

    Address: 23 Condon Pt Rd, Brooksville

    Regular/Holiday Hours: Farmstand closed for the season; online shopping only

    Contact: 202-277-7251

  • BookStacks

    BookStacks is a longtime Bucksport staple to find books, cards, and gifts—plus they have a shop cat! The welcoming bookstore carries new and used titles for all ages, along with cards, calendars, and small gift items. Learn more or shop online on their website.

    Address: 71 Main St., Bucksport

    Regular Hours: Monday–Saturday 9am–3pm; Sunday 10am–2pm

    Holiday Hours: Same as regular hours

    Contact: 207-469-8992

  • Brooklin Canvas Design

    Brooklin Canvas Design offers practical, long-lasting gifts for boaters and outdoor enthusiasts, from custom canvas work to upholstery that will be appreciated well beyond the holiday season. The marine canvas and upholstery shop serves customers on the Blue Hill Peninsula and beyond. Learn more on their website.


    Address: 59 River Rd, Brooklin

    Regular Hours: By appointment only

    Holiday Hours: By appointment only

    Contact: 207-610-2990

  • Chickadee Compost

    Chickadee Compost is a creative option for sustainability-minded holiday gifting, with compost gift certificates and subscriptions that support greener habits in the year ahead. The community composting service operates across Hancock County. Learn more on their website.

    Address: 45 Jill’s Lane

    Regular Hours: Varies

    Holiday Hours: Varies

    Contact: kate@chickadeecompost.com

  • Cynthia Winings Gallery

    Cynthia Winings Gallery offers art-forward holiday gifts, with contemporary works that can brighten homes long after the season ends. Shoppers can browse available pieces online to find a painting or object that fits a particular person or space. Shop online on the gallery website.

    Address: 24 Parker Point Road, Blue Hill

    Regular/Holiday Hours: Closed for the season, online shopping only

    Contact: 917-204-4001

  • Ebb & Flow Fiber Arts

    Ebb & Flow Fiber Arts is a go-to stop for makers, offering affordable materials for winter projects and gift crafting. The donation-based fabric and fiber arts shop takes in unused supplies and resells them at accessible prices, encouraging upcycling, creativity, and sustainability. Learn more on their website.


    Address: 4 Ellsworth Rd, Blue Hill

    Regular Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 11am–4pm; Closed Monday–Tuesday

    Holiday Hours: Closed Thanksgiving Day; Closed Christmas Day

    Contact: 617-895-6676

  • Gallery B.

    Gallery B. in Castine’s downtown offers “Art for Right Now,” including the SWS25 Small Works Show: a focused exhibition of small-format works at two fixed prices. The show features established and emerging artists from near and far, with work offered at less than half its usual price and weekly drops of new pieces—ideal for holiday gifting. Visit their website for updates on new arrivals.

    Address: 5 Main Street, Castine

    Regular Hours: Thursday–Sunday 10am–4pm

    Holiday Hours: Check gallery channels for any special hours

    Contact: 213-839-0851; gallerybgallery@gmail.com

  • Gravelwood Farm Grow Store

    Gravelwood Farm Grow Store stocks farm and garden supplies along with a full selection of Blue Seal animal feed, making it a practical stop for farmers, homesteaders, and animal owners. Shoppers can pick up feed, tools, and supplies while they’re running other holiday errands in Blue Hill.

    Address: 72 Ellsworth Rd, Blue Hill

    Regular Hours: Monday–Saturday 8am–6pm; Sunday 9am–5pm

    Holiday Hours: Open Christmas Eve 8am–6pm; Closed Christmas Day; Open New Year’s Eve 8am–6pm; Closed New Year’s Day

    Contact: 207-374-3250; 

    gravelwoodfarm@gmail.com

  • Lady Bug Gift Shop

    Lady Bug Gift Shop is a small, homey destination inside the Orland Community Center where shoppers can find handmade gifts, doll clothes, and reusable totes that can double as gift wrap. The selection focuses on hand-sewn items tailored to kids, collectors, and anyone who loves one-of-a-kind pieces.


    Address: 21 School House Rd, Orland

    Regular Hours: Wednesday–Friday 11am–3pm; Saturday 10am–4pm

    Holiday Hours: Closed Thanksgiving; open Christmas Eve; closed Christmas Day; closed New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day

    Contact: Inquire in person for details

  • Makers’ Market Shop & Studio

    Makers’ Market Shop & Studio is a one-stop holiday shop, with goods from more than 80 local artisans alongside fresh food, baked goods, and a curated beverage selection. Shoppers can browse Maine-made personal care products, toys, games, and clothing to build thoughtful gift bundles in one place. Learn more on their website.

    Address: 47 Caterpillar Hill Road, Sedgwick

    Regular Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 11am–5pm

    Holiday Hours: Tuesday–Friday 11am–5pm; Saturday and Sunday 9am–3pm

    Contact: 207-812-3703

  • Moth + Raven

    Fun clothes for cool souls! Moth + Raven offers vintage, handmade, and upcycled women’s clothing and accessories that feel special for holiday gatherings and beyond. Follow them on Facebook to learn more.

    Address: 468 Hinckley Ridge Road, Blue Hill

    Regular/Holiday Hours: By appointment

    Contact: 406-224-0731

  • Peterson Signs

    Peterson Signs creates hand-lettered signage that can serve as a functional and memorable gift for the business owner, boat captain, or driver in someone’s life. The shop offers custom work for trucks, boats, storefronts, and more, using traditional methods honed over decades. View Jay’s portfolio on his website.

    Address: Local service; call for details

    Regular/Holiday Hours: By appointment

    Contact: 207-664-3593

  • Saplings Toy and Gift

    Saplings Toy and Gift is designed for joyful browsing, with toys and gifts that appeal to kids and adults alike and staff ready to help choose the right item. The Blue Hill and Bucksport locations provide a wide range of options for stocking stuffers, big surprises, and everything in between. Follow them on Facebook to learn more.

    Address: 58 Main St, Blue Hill; 69 Main St, Bucksport

    Regular Hours:

    Blue Hill: Monday–Tuesday 10am–5pm; Wednesday–Friday 10am–6pm; Saturday–Sunday 10am–5pm

    Bucksport: Monday–Thursday 10am–5pm; Friday 10am–6pm; Saturday 10am–5pm; Sunday 11am–4pm

    Holiday Hours: Extended hours to be announced

    Contact: Blue Hill 207-374-2313; Bucksport 207-702-9192

  • Seapoint Books and Media LLC

    Seapoint Books and Media LLC focuses on nautical, Maine, and environmental titles that make thoughtful gifts for readers who love the coast and the outdoors. The award-winning publisher offers books that speak to ocean life, local landscapes, and environmental topics. Learn more on their website.

    Address: 4A Bay Road, Brooklin

    Regular Hours: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm or by appointment

    Holiday Hours: Monday–Saturday 9am–5pm

    Contact: 603-380-5317

  • The Love Card

    The Love Card is a pay-it-forward project centered around simple “Love Cards” designed to spread kindness, connection, and everyday compassion. At the Love Card Cottage on South Street, people can purchase cards and related items on the honor system, join breathwork and meditation classes, and watch for artist and maker pop-ups—all aimed at inspiring small, intentional acts of care. Learn more on their website.

    Address: 42 South Street, Blue Hill, ME

    Regular Hours: Open 24/7 (honor-system cottage)

    Holiday Hours: Open 24/7

    Contact: 207-266-0225; 

    joanne@thelovecard.org

  • Windmill Hill Provisions

    Windmill Hill Provisions is the kind of place where holiday shopping and errands overlap. The eclectic general store carries meats, local and specialty foods, craft beer, ciders, cheese, Liberty Graphics T‑shirts, gifts, wine, and more.

    End of Year Sale all December with 10–35% off food and beverages, 25% off books, and 5% off gifts, clothing, home goods, and gardening tools to help clear the shelves for next season. Visit their website for more information.

    Address: 5 Castine Rd, Castine​

    Regular Hours: Winter hours: Saturday–Sunday 11am–3pm; Monday–Friday 11am–5:30pm​

    Holiday Hours: Same as regular winter hours​

    Contact: windmillhillprovisions@gmail.com

  • Working Loose

    Working Loose is a concept shop and multidisciplinary art gallery where holiday shoppers can find distinctive, design-forward gifts while exploring immersive art shows. The eclectic mix of goods and community events invites visitors to browse, linger, and discover something unexpected. Learn more or shop online on their website.

    Address: 49 Main St, Blue Hill

    Regular Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 11am–5pm (closed daily 1–2pm)

    Holiday Hours: Same as regular hours

    Contact: 207-812-0619, hi@workingloose.com

  • Variable Movement

    Variable Movement offers a way to support health and movement through the busy holiday season and into the new year, making services a thoughtful gift for someone focused on recovery or performance. Group classes, personal training, and rehabilitation available. Learn more or book an appointment on their website.

    Address: 40 South Street, Blue Hill

    Regular Hours: 8am–5:30pm

    Holiday Hours: Closed Thanksgiving; Closed Christmas and December 26; Closed New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day

    Contact: 207-374-7228

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