Blogs from Deer Isle, Maine, United States, North America

Photos from 10-14-13 - on the way to Deer Isle Once again referring back to the Our House gallery, photos 18 & 19 were taken outside our basement entrance while we waited to leave for Deer Isle. When Jim mentioned Deer Isle as his choice for Jakub’s suggestion, my mind raced with many questions, suggestions, and the possibility of going to Stubdude’s a day early. No, that would be no good. There’s noway I’d want to leave this group experience before I had to. Coincidence or whatever, Stubby’s first name is Jim, ... read more

Nervous Nellie’s A short ride from the center of Deer Isle down Sunshine Road is an interesting emporium and sculptor park called Nervous Nellie’s Jams & Jellies, owned by Anne and Peter Beerit. It is located on an old farmstead, surrounded by gardens and set on the edge of the woods next to an old orchard. Nervous Nellie’s produces numerous small batch jellies and jams produced in the jelly kitchen on site. Peter Beerit’s folk art sculptures populate several acres of the grounds and surround the kitchen and sales cottage. Peter uses discarded items, junk and found objects to create whimsical sculptures and living spaces. The 10-foot tall pink flamingo and a village of the absurd welcome you as you enter the store. A pleasant café with an outside deck is attached to the store and ... read more