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As spring campus visits wrap up, we at Andover Collection extend our congratulations once again to the Phillips Academy 245th Admitted Class.  It was so nice seeing many of the young individuals that will be attending the academy this fall stop by with their families.  We enjoyed all the smiling faces, the jumps for joy, the humble bursting at the seams excitement, the vital dilemmas of which swag to take home and of course the pride of family and friends. The touching scene of two moms who didn’t know each other hugging while jumping up and down upon finding out...

Did you know Andover Collection hosts fundraising events in store or offsite?  We love working with other businesses, schools, groups and organizations in our community to collaborate on their fundraising needs.  Join us, it’s easy!   We will host a day or evening in our store with a percentage of the proceeds going back to your organization.  If you prefer us to come to an offsite event, we can arrange that too as well as offering online options.  Contact us with your ideas or requirements and we will be happy to tailor a fundraiser that fits your needs. Let’s start today,...

Artisan Series 4 - Our artisan soap maker Veronica Johnson of Funtastic Soaps has been making fun soap for over 6 years. Veronica makes each bar of soap by hand adding her unique designs that are sure to add a smile to your face while keeping your hands sparkling clean! Did you know Veronica is our local postal carrier as well as our soap artisan?  Who knew?  Her designs are whimsical and make great gifts. You can find her main stay Entering Andover and Leaving Andover soaps at Andover Collection along with new designs changing each season.

Artisan Series 3 - Glass Etcher Lisa Wilkins has been interested in crafts since an early age. She uses her etching technique to create a line of beautifully etched Andover items for our store.   Did you know that glass etching techniques have been around for centuries? However, the popularity of etched glass grew astronomically during the Victorian era, when acid etching was invented.  Victorians used etched glass to decorate windows and doors in their homes and businesses. The frosty glass was not only decorative, but also provided privacy when used in street-facing doors and windows. Andover Collection carries an assortment of...

Artisan Series 2 - Local Artisan Crystal Murphy creates our Andover motif home and fashion items. We carry her Andover Pillows, Aprons and dog coats.   Did you know that in addition to creating products with her sewing skills she is a trained yoga instructor helping people strengthen their physical and mental health?  In between her yoga sessions at Spark Fitness and the Andover YMCA, Crystal can be found in her home studio cutting and stitching up her unique designs.  Check them out at  Andover Collection - custom orders are also available.