Fall at Marianmade Farm

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Fall at Marianmade Farm

Late fall is such a special time to be in Maine. We particularly love being on the farm this time of year. We’ve finished up our busy wedding season, so things are a little slower and a lot quieter around here. The early morning light shines through the leaves and turns the entire farm a rich golden color. The shorter days give us permission to stop working earlier than we’re used to and spend the evening curled up by the fire. It’s a season of comfort for which we are so grateful.

The following are photos we’ve snapped around the farm lately. Be sure to follow us on Instagram for even more glimpses of fall at Marianmade Farm.

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Fall at Marianmade Farm

Photos taken by Meredith Perdue for Marianmade Farm. 

Marianmade Farm lavender honey at Treats in Wiscasset

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Photographer Meredith Perdue made a recent trip up from Portland to Marianmade Farm. On her way she stopped by one of our favorite Wiscasset shops, Treats.  Treats was recently featured as a finalist in Martha Stewart’s “American Made” awards. Mere snapped this iPhone photo of our lavender honey on the shelves of this well-curated market. We’re thrilled Treats is offering Marianmade Farm honey this fall. Can’t wait for you to try it!

lavender honey at Treats in Wiscasset

Marianmade Farm Lavender Honey

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Well our bees have been busy little creatures this spring and summer. We’re so excited to have the first batch of honey from Marianmade Farm! Special thanks to our beekeeper Tim, who has not only taught us a ton about bees, but who labored to bring our honey to us in our cute Weck jars. There is a subtle floral + lavender essence to the fresh honey, which is no surprise since the bees have been humming around the lavender most of this summer. We think our honey makes a great wedding favor or wedding party gift! lavender honey

a new face at Marianmade Farm

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If you’ve visited our farm  in mid-coast Maine, or spoken to anyone here about flowers, lavender, or our wedding venue, there is no doubt you’ve met Michelle. Her energetic personality and creativity make her unforgettable and is THE key reason our farm is both incredibly beautiful and a highly-desirable spot to be married. Or perhaps you’ve spotted Michelle’s husband Ed when he’s up from NC; he’s usually behind the scenes. Ed grew up on a farm in eastern NC and makes the trek to Maine occasionally to help with readying the farm for winter, maintenance on the Lavender Drying House, or when he just needs his Maine “fix.” Michelle’s daughter Meredith Perdue and her partner, Michael, are a bit further behind-the-scenes but an integral piece to the web presence and photos of Marianmade Farm. Not to mention, they keep an eye on the farm in winter when they bring Orvis up for snowshoeing adventures!

We’re excited to announce another family member will be joining our “family affair” in a big way! Michelle’s oldest daughter, MacKenzie, and her family will be moving to Wiscasset in May to spend the summer and fall seasons working on our farm. In addition to joining her mom to work in the gardens and fields, MacKenzie will be our farm’s Venue Manager! If you’re planning a wedding at our farm, or working at a wedding on our farm, she’ll be your contact! You may see Philip driving the tractor or their 2 young kids playing up at the cottage. MacKenzie and Philip are so excited about the opportunity to continue what Michelle has created at Marianmade Farm. They bring a youthful energy and the experience of nearly 5 years in the wedding industry (as Inkspot Crow Films).

We ALL look forward to meeting you very soon!

Kenzie & Bea