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On the Town - Philadelphia

While many historic sites (Liberty Bell, Independence Hall) live on here, America's first capital has changed a lot since 1774. Discover the thriving underground art scene, hear the sounds of Philly Soul, shop for locally made souvenirs and more.
June 2009

Published in Destinations :: Destinations On the Town

MADE IN PHILLY

From fashionistas to foodies, everyone wins when you buy local - including the city's artisans.

BY RICH RUBIN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KRISTIIN A WILSON

BOBBY BACKPACK, $80 from TRACK + FIELD • Tote your stuff in style with this carryall, built from sun- and water-resistant fabric. This striped version comes complete with tons of pockets and a durable shoulder strap. Available at Deep Sleep (54 N Third St); www.trkfld.com

I LOVE YOU 24/7 CARDS, $5 from BAMBI GALLERY • Philadelphia artist Sharif Pendleton (aka derezzz.com) has created these loving cards, featuring 24 rows and seven columns of heartfelt declarations. Made on top-quality Rives BFK paper, the cards feature a just-ripped deckled edge. Available at 1817 Frankford Ave; www.bambiproject.com

CHOCOLATE PHILLY BAR, $21.95 from NAKED CHOCOLATE • For a sweet memory of your visit, the "Philly Bar" combines tourism with taste. A pound of milk or dark chocolate is molded into a sweet bas relief, with city icons like Ben Franklin, the "LOVE" statue, City Hall and the Liberty Bell carved on the surface. Available at 1317 Walnut St or 30 S. 17th St; www.nakedchocolatecafe.com

WILDBERRY PATCHWORK VELVET SCARF, $140 by KEVIN O'BRIEN • Handpainted velvet squares alternate with stripes of silk charmeuse in this 66-inch-long creation. Trees silhouetted against deep crimson; russet leaves on a pale mauve background; and patches of salmon, gold and violet make this a kaleidoscopic piece of wearable art. Available at Boyd's (1818 Chestnut St); Lisa M. Reisman et Cie (1714 Rittenhouse Sq); or Show of Hands (1006 Pine St); www.kevinobrienstudio.com

MOROCCAN CEDAR SOAP BAR, $7 from DUROSS & LANGEL • Brighten your bath with this musky, sweet and savory soap. Cedarwood, nutmeg and cedar leaf combine for a rich, potent and olive oil/ aloe-enriched scent, and the bright colors are a visual treat. Available at 117 S. 13th St; www.durossandlangel.com

SILVER TWIST EARRINGS, $79 by JULIE MANN • When not hitting the crafts show circuit, Mann fashions wonders like these multi-textured sterling danglers. By adding a patina - which she then removes from one side before twisting - she achieves a richness of texture and revolving parade of color. Available at Dovetail Artisans (105 E Glenside Ave); www.juliemanndesigns.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

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