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Liz Niznik
Joined02.04.22
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Liz Niznik is the marketing coordinator for Down East & the Down East Shop. She graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a B.A. in English in 2021 and is also the assistant editor of Thoreau's Kalendar Project.
Michael Lyons, founder of Rogue Industries, in his solar-powered Standish workshop
Maine-Made

Rogue Industries Makes Leather Goods to Last

Founder Michael Lyons explains how the Standish shop keeps its designs relevant — and its production high-quality.
Maine-Made

Seawicks Candles Share the Scents of Maine

Meet the husband-and-wife duo who want to bring the coast to you. A Down East Shop maker spotlight.
Maine-Made

Four + North Prints the Maine Outdoors onto Charming Home Goods

And they’re eco-friendly, too! A Down East Shop maker spotlight.
Festive Fish
Maine-Made

Festive Fish Brings the Sea into Your Home

Yarmouth maker Alison Bramhall aims to capture the spirit of her salty outdoor adventures. A Down East Shop maker spotlight.
Maine-Made

Gem Lounge Jewelry Keeps It Stylish and Sustainable

When her younger sister asked her whether she could make a vegan “leather” bracelet, jewelry designer Melissa Evans was up...
Ash Cove Pottery
Maine-Made

Ash Cove Pottery Makes Stoneware with a Purpose

Susan Horowitz connects the practical to the personal. A Down East Shop maker spotlight.
Love Rocks Me
Maine-Made

The Beach-Combed Art of Love Rocks Me

See how South Portland’s Ellen Thayer shows off her love for Maine. A Down East Shop maker spotlight.

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