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Clinton News-Record, 1984-07-11, Page 25The Reeve and. Council extend a warm WELCOME While in BAYFIELD r Specialty shops • from page 2. - sells and has more than 20 local women helping to produce her original designs. Frances' knits specialize in natural fibres, such as cotton, wool and silk. Her service also offers special orders for customers. Bayfield House Gallery In its second year of business, Bayfield House Gallery is Continuing to present an impressive selection of art works. Owner Mary Rochon deals specificallyy in original works by Ontario artists and features oils, watercolors, sculptures and hand blown glass designs. The old home, turned gallery is a perfect, setting for the artistic works and Mary has emphasized the character of the home with an outdoor cafe. In the cool comforts of the adjoining garden, shoppers can enjoy a cup of tea and jam -filled scones topped with whipped cream. Westwind Just round the corner, on the south side of Main Street; shoppers Will find a little old barn called Westwind. Inside is a magnificent collection of locallyhandknit sweaters, quilts, collectibles,, antique furniture, paintings and china. Connie West has taken one turn of the century barn and filled it with a wonderful variety of homespun items. The old stone walls of the barn always make Weird a cool place to visit on a summer's day and while you're there, be sure to try Paul West's terrific chocolate fudge. Country Bakery and Cafe if you're looking for a delectably delicious sweet treat .be sure to visit the Country Bakery and Cafe. Located just of Main Street, this unassuming little spot offers fantastic homemade baking. Owners Horst and Gerry Bornath are specialists in European baking and their style shows in their tortes, Black Forest cakes and eclairs. The bakery also features fresh bread, pies, cakes and muffins. The Bornaths operate from -headquarters in Exeter and ship their baked goods daily to outlets in Exeter, Stratford and Bayfield. Canadian Traditions Print placemats, cosmetic bags, pillows, clothing and all types of accessories made by the popular Suttles and Seawinds firm is have; merchandise for all tastes....... the specialty of Canadian Traditions. This little shop is filled with a' colorful display of chintz and calico in all shape', sizes and patterns. Canadian Traditions deals exclusively in Canadian crafts and features deerskin shoes, Quebec pottery, hand woven items and a delightful selection of bahy items. Owner Sheila Hicks isn't a newcomer to the retail business. Canadian Traditions is a branch of her well known St. Jacobs' situated in the heart of Mennonite count plates, fine china, stained glass and ° Hummel figurines. The shop's second floor features a wide selection of paperback books. for your summer reading enjoyment. For the young at heart; George's sells. porcelain dolls, model cars, boats and a tempting candy counter. Totality o ' Charmans FEATURING wooden toys handmade in bayfield canvas or wooden patio chairs wooden sailboats kites trivial pursuit in stock, and more neat stuff. MAIN STREET BAYFIELD 565-2496 HOURS: Open 7 days a week in summer; then open weekends 'till Christmas. Back on Main Street is Charinans, the complete store for sportswear and casual . clothing. A branch of their Lucknow operation, Ken and Eleanor Harman are spending, their third summer in Bayfield. Their store sells family sportswear, including shirts and shorts, sweat suits, jump suits and designer jeans. They also have a selection of T-shirt transfers. Bayfield and nautical scenes are . the big sellers here. Village Guild The Village Guild is as comfortable and inviting as grandmother's country home. In fact,°this shop(s) is two 150 -year-old homes, connected by an enclosed breezeway. Joining the houses was simple for owners Richard and Sarah Dick. The three parts simply tie together as The Village Guild, The Go Between and The Store Next Door. They're all one and the same, and altogether are filled with a huge inventory. Having travelled around the world, the Dicks have made collecting their hobby and their diverse tastes are evident here. They favor Waterford Crystal, Royal Doulton figurines, antique jewelry and silver. Also offered are Beswick, Beatrix Potter and Artesania Rinconada animal figurines, along with a complete line of greeting cards, tables linens, dining and kitchen accessories. Established 38 years ago, the Dicks have managed to make The Village Guild a china shop, with a little more. George's Gift Shop George's Gift Shop offers merchandise of all prices, for shoppers of all tastes. For the practical shopper there's a complete line of dishes and glassware, cooking utensils and table accessories. For the more extravagent George's also carries James Keirstead art, collector Bill. and. Maxine Gammage retired to yfield and have been in business ever since. For the past eight years they've operated , Totality. Their shop carries a variety of boutique items, from handknit sweaters and mittens to jewelry and Royal Doulton figurines. Especially popular are their crocheted toys, featuring little dolls and nursery characters. The shop also offers an extensive selection of Buchan's handpainted Thistle Stoneware, imported from Scotland. Bill's favorite spot is his adjoining Potting Shed. A variety of flowers, plants, bird seed, lawn and garden items are sold here. Treasure Tree Like the name says, the Treasure Tree is filled with all sorts of goodies. Owners Sylvia Gozzard and Alice Quick sell summer sportswear and bath products, picnic supplies, kitchenwares, toys, original handcrafted items and sweet treats. Treasure Tree offers a little something for everyone. Lance Antiques Don and Lois Lance are history buffs. They love collecting memorabilia from days gone by. For the past 16 years they have been sharing their finds at Lance Antiques. Anyone who visits Lance Antiques is easily swept back to days gone by. Not only does the merchandise hold memories from another era but the shop itself is fascinating. Their store was built between 1850 and 1860 and was the first big retail -business on Main Street - then F.A. Edwards Cash Store. Ask to see the old cloves bin while you're there. It still carries the strong smell of the spice. Specialty items at Lance Antiques are quilts and rugs, clocks and small furniture. The Cheese Nook Located on south limits of Bayfield, this shop is a haven for cheese lovers. Come for a Sale in Bayfield at Bayfield's Original Fashion Store Specializing in Feminine attire and Exclusive Handknits Bayfield, Ont. 565-2588 Main St. A Hours: Open seven days a week Sunday -Monday -Tuesday -Wednesday 10 am -5 pm Thursday -Friday -Saturday 10 am -8 pm "Fall Collections Arriving Daily" Page 3 The Cheese Nook is found on Highway 21 South at Huron Road 3 and owner Dorothy Jesson specializes in cheese but sells everything from tea cups to things for the fridge. The shop began as a cheese outlet, but expanded into the variety business. Six years ago Dorothy added a weekend flea market, situated behind store. The Cheese Nook itself sells cream cheeses, herbs and spices that are imported from Denmark and Millbank, cheese from Stratford. The shop is located in a 139 -year-old building that once used to by the village's old stage coach. In the 1930s and 1940s it was run as a variety story by well known resident Kate McEwan. In those days it was known as McEwan Corners, today it's The Cheese Nook. Willow Tree For those interested in fine antique furniture, crystal, glass and silverware, Willow Tree Farm Antiques and Gifts offers a variety of choices. The store also carries a line of pine toys. The business is owned by Jill Flowers and conducted from her farm house sun porch. Jill began selling antiques from her home in 1980. Business has expanded into Willow Tree and now offers a larger selection. Willow Tree is located on Highway 21 South, -a mile from the village limits.