The Stillroom

One of the things I have avoided as a shop owner is to not buy anything with a shelf life.

Over the years I have been asked if tea has a good shelf life. When stored properly tea can last about three years. Like with so many staples, a cool and dry and dark shelf is good enough.

I feel as though The Stillroom is going through a sort of transformation. I felt I needed to roll the dice and start to carry food stuffs that would go well with tea. These specialty items do have a shelf life. They are also ordered from mostly Pennsylvania and North Eastern States which is a super plus. I try to start in my own back yard and branch out from there. This makes me happy.

So, the Scone Mixes are in stock now with more on the way. Small sample size jars of clotted cream, honey and jam are here and the maple cream (bigger jar) from Vermont is on the way. I am excited to see how this “experiment” will work out.

Maple Candy, floral pastilles, violet candy, and chocolate covered river rocks! These come from the same company our sunflower sunny seeds come from. We live by three rivers so I thought these would make great stocking stuffers or use them to decorate a cake! They look like rocks, I kid you not.

When you come in the shop you will always find the signature lavender sachets, organic catnip pillows and tea wallets that are crafted right in The Stillroom workshop.

Occasional dried florals are sprinkled here and there. There are a few small bundles left then I will try and crank out some that are more seasonal.

Diamond Antiques and Gifts is located at 311 E.6th Avenue in Tarentum, PA

The Stillroom Tea shop is located right inside the door of the historic building.

Part of building a bustling community once again, it is my pleasure to be a part of Diamond Antiques & Gifts.

Tuesday-Sunday 10-5

Closed Monday’s to dust and restock.

Mask up, keep a couple dozen pirogies apart and stay safe this winter folks!

Keep checking back as the days roll by for updates on pretty much anything.

In the words of Ron Funches, ” I hope you’re feeling strong, I hope you’re feeling brave, I hope you’re feeling love and are grateful for that love.”

May our shelf lives be long.