Getting to test run New England made products is beyond fun, and one of the many great aspects of my work. These products will bring back all the best Maine memories: summer camp on the lake, skiing down mountains and through snowy forests, and romping along the gorgeous coastline. Here's my short list of vendors we LOVE, who hail from Vacationland.

Stuff We Love, Made in Maine

Bartlettyarns: Yarn, roving, and knitwear

“America’s Historical Yarn” is Bartlettyarns!  Bartlettyarns has been spinning yarn in the Village of Harmony, Maine since 1821 in what is today's oldest operating mule spinning mill.  The mule replicates the motion of spinning on a great wheel which gives Bartlettyarns yarn a distinct look, fine quality, soft twist, and more loft than traditional yarns. Bartlettyarns offers yarns and roving in over 70+ shades, which can be used for knitting, crocheting and weaving and our famous roving is used for spinning, wet and dry needle felting and for a variety of crafting. Finished goods also include sweaters, blankets and hats

“America’s Historical Yarn” is Bartlettyarns! Bartlettyarns has been spinning yarn in the Village of Harmony, Maine since 1821 in what is today's oldest operating mule spinning mill.
Bartlettyarns offers yarns and roving in over 70+ shades, which can be used for knitting, crocheting and weaving and our famous roving is used for spinning, wet and dry needle felting and for a variety of crafting.

Flowfold wallets, backpacks, and tote bags are hand-made from colorful, often upcycled racing sail material on Peaks Island, ME, these wallets and accessories are waterproof, lightweight and strong as steel – and super sporty. Available in a variety of colors and sizes.

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Ocean's Balance Kelp Purée - Kelp, Water, Lemon Juice - Vegan and Paleo
Ocean's Balance all-natural Kelp Purée is produced from sustainably grown and harvested seaweed of the Gulf of Maine. Whether you're already a seaweed eater or new to eating it, you'll love this product. It's ready to eat and is minimally processed with just water and a touch of lemon. It tastes great as a substitute for pesto and offers a more subtle taste. This Kelp Purée is perfect for foodies or gluten-free, vegan, or paleo enthusiasts alike.
Sreen printed designs: pillows, bags and glasses | Made in Maine
Erin Flett bright and bold pillows, linens, hand bags and glasswear, made in Erin’s Maine mill-based studio. Fresh designs, hand screen printed on the highest quality fabrics, Erin pours her heart and soul into everything she makes. Her amazing products have been featured in countless national publications.
STABILicers made in Maine
Life-savers! STABILicers are must-have ice cleats for snow and ice dwellers. Made in Maine, these little guys fasten onto the bottom of your shoes and grip the ice. Favored by all-weather runners and tippy folks.
Sea Bags Vegan, Eco-Friendly American Made Totes and Bags - Sea bags Discount Code: 10% with code USALOVE
Sea Bags are made from recycled sail cloth in the heart of Portland, Maine’s working waterfront. Nautical-themed applique gives new life to old sails. Sea Bags offers a variety of styles, from totes and wristlets, to home accessories like coasters, bucket bags and wine totes. Featured by J. Crew. 
loohoo
LooHoo wool dryer balls reduce static cling and cut your laundry’s drying time significantly, saving money and energy. Packaged 3 per box, all natural, awesome. Plus, they come in a cute little package that’s shaped like a dryer.
stonewall
Delectable and varied, Stonewall Kitchen is hard to beat. From best-selling jarred goodies: Farmhouse Chutney, Blueberry Jam, Fig Walnut Butter, Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce to their dry goods: Farmhouse Pancake and Waffle Mix (also available in Gluten-Free!) and Whoopie Pie Mix – can’t go wrong. Great in-store samples!
Eco kids Eco friendly art supplies
Eco-Kids is a family-run, nationally acclaimed business based in Maine that creates all natural art supplies. With a focus on respecting environmental resources and children’s health, eco kids has created a line of paints, dough and crayons made with all natural botanical pigments.
Rough and Tumble Bags | Handbags made in Maine
Rough and Tumble Bags is a GORGEOUS line of leather bags designed by Natasha Durham and stitched in Portland, Maine. Rugged, unique, expertly hand-crafted. Don't miss our source guide for American made handbags and purses.
Don’t laugh, but in Maine the Farmers' Almanac (not to be confused with the it's competitor the Old Farmer's Almanac) is the best weather predictor around. The Farmers' Almanac has been getting a great deal of press lately for being spot on this year… goes well with 32 North Stabilicers!
Rogue Industries front pocket wallet made in Maine
Function meets style with Rogue Industries great line of accessories that are built to last. The patented Rogue Wallet is contoured to fit comfortably in the front pants pocket so that one’s posture is not affected when sitting.
Buoy Bat | Made in Maine
Consistently earning a spot in every “best of” list, Buoy Bats are a beautiful repurposing of a staple Maine icon: the buoy. Crafted with solid hardwood handle, a generous buoy “sweet spot” and a “face friendly ball”, these are a must have for year-round fun.
Elves and Angels toys made in Maine
Elves and Angels offers the highest quality wooden toys, doll houses, castles, and furniture, made from locally harvested pine, ash and birch, and finished with non-toxic linseed oil. Elves and Angels won the 2013 Top Pick from Mothering Magazine’s Natural Toy Guide and there’s no question why. It’s all absolutely gorgeous, and will last for generations.
Quoddy shoes | handmade in Maine
Stylish mocasins? Yes! Hand crafted in Perry, Maine, Quoddy moccasins will last a lifetime. Each pair is made to order, by hand, and if they need repair, resoling or refurbishing, send them back and you’ll be taken care of. Don't miss our source list for Made in the USA shoes.

THINGS WE LOVE, MADE IN MAINE

Masey Kaplan is the founder of Close Buy Catalog, a New England School Fundraising Catalog featuring only locally made New England products available to any school or non-profit in New England. Masey resides in Falmouth, Maine. 

Disclosure: This post is sponsored, which USA Love List is proud to share with you because, sponsored or not, we only share stuff we love.