BOSTON GENERAL STORE BLOG

Nishiguchi Kutsushita is a Japanese sock company dedicated to creating products of exceptional value by combining natural materials with thoughtful design. Using fibers like linen, cotton, hemp, and wool, they...

This fall, we had the opportunity to travel to France to attend a trade show, as well as to meet some of our vendors who are based there. During our...

There's an old adage that says, "Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without." It was a popular saying during the Great Depression and again during...

As purveyors, we strive to put a focus back on the world of craftsmanship — to celebrate the maker and the goods they make. It’s one of our driving principles...

 Wine & Chocolate: A Tasting with Satellite Bottle Shop A new wine shop recently came to Dedham Square, just down the road from our shop. Naturally, we received the news...

Got a cookout, party, or picnic this weekend and not sure what to bring? Check out this recipe for a new spin on a classic salad.  Drawing inspiration from food...

It’s spring, y’all! Longer days and warmer weather mean more opportunities to get outside and play in the sunshine. We are crazy for spring around here, and equally as excited...

With the holiday shopping season drawing to a close, I wanted to take a moment to once again say thanks for your support this year. Time and time again, our...

Our guests have left and the tablecloth and napkins are washed and folded. We’ve eaten pumpkin pie for breakfast and made turkey sandwiches for lunch. And as I sit here,...

  There’s a popular saying in Scandinavia that goes something along the lines of “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” It’s a sentiment that might be...

  Just north of Boston and Cambridge lies the city of Somerville, Massachusetts. For those who live, work, or study within its borders, there’s a lot to love about Somerville....

In such a fast-paced and ever-changing world, it's comforting to know that some things have remained the same. Unchanged by technology or convenience, certain items and the methods with which...