I noticed something was in the little standalone building across from the theatre in Clarkesville. Day by day, I would notice more intriguing things going up in the window until finally, a sign. The Haberdashery, a new shop, was open for business. Lynda Henry has worked in sales and other careers until she was driving through Clarkesville and loved the feel of “small town cozy.” With some help from her mother, Delores Jennings, she decided to open a store that would feature unique handcrafted items from the local community. Many local neighbors have contributed either through consignment or from booth rental. Henry also repurposes and reworks antiques. “It is a blessing to share a place for people share their talents,” says Henry.
As you wander through the brick lined store, your eyes are drawn to jewelry, hats, woodwork and jams and jellies. The building is two stories of throughly unique items and is a perfect stop on your Christmas shopping excursions. Come and visit with Lynda. Some of the local contributors are “A Frayed Knot” by Misty Irwin and Linda Davis. Davis and Irwin make hand-sewn bags, accessories and other items. “Reconciled Woodworks” handcrafts benches, wine racks and signs. “Georgia and Daughter” refurbishes antiques. “Mara Smith” makes jewelry and “Kaye” makes hats. Ron and Caroline Godzisz make custom items from wood as well as art items.
“The Shabby Bears” make banana bread, jams and jellies that are “just right.” Anna Schultz is displaying her artwork along with many more of our community members.
The Haberdashery is open 10:30am-6pm, Tues.-Sat. It is located at 1363 Washington Street in Clarkesville.
For more information, call 706-754-7259 and visit their facebook page at The Haberdashery.
