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Bates Employee Attempts to Dye Easter Eggs With Pantry Ingredients, Decides to Keep Day Job
Nobody knows for sure where the tradition of dying eggs for Easter began, but there are several origin stories. If you didn’t grow up participating in this activity, then you...
3 Tips to Designing Your Bedroom in the American Colonial Style
Whether you just purchased a new Queen Elizabeth Bedspread or you inherited a George Washington's Choice Bedspread from your grandparents, completing your bedroom in the classic American Colonial Style can...
Cotton Throws for Every Home Decor Style
Decorating your home is like perfecting a favorite food dish: You start out with a basic recipe, then creatively tweak it here and there depending on your taste. We had fun...
Needle Felting Supplies in Maine
At Bates Mill Store, we work with yarn all day long - and we LOVE IT! On our off-hours, though, we like to play around with different types of media....
Antique Textiles: Our 4 Favorite Textiles from Antiques Roadshow
Every week, we receive notes from folks all around the country who find themselves in possession of antique Bates bedspreads. Whether they receive them as a family heirloom or stumble...
5 Unique American-Made Coffee Tables to Love
Sometimes, when you're shopping for a new piece of furniture, it can be hard to find just the right thing. With so many options out there, it's difficult to even...
5 Time Saving Hacks to Get You Out the Door On-Time
Odds are that at some point in your life, you’ve struggled with getting out the door on time in the morning. For some, this is an occasional mishap, while for...
Made in USA Sofas for All Price Ranges
Whether you just moved or are looking to upgrade your home, there are many options for Made in USA sofas at all price levels. As your explore your options, we...
Build Your Own American-Made Bedding Set
It's winter! And although you probably think fondly of your bed year-round (and you should!) it's especially inviting during the chilly months. Considering the average person spends 25 years of...
5 Unique Christmas Trees That You’ll Love or Hate
Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, it’s likely you have an image in your mind of what a Christmas Tree is supposed to look like. That classic, aromatic evergreen fir...
10 Made in USA Holiday Gifts for 2016
We love giving American made gifts during the holiday season! Not only does it feel great to support local businesses and artisans, but it also often means you have a...
5 Fun Games to Play with Your Family on Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many as it brings family and friends together to remind them of the things that mean so much to them. While it's easy to have...