At least 75% of the merchandise in Sassafras Creek Originals is made in America, many items are made by Kandye. The items available are in the Colonial/primitive and Classic Early American styles, but there is something for everyone, even if your home or personal taste does not fall into that category. The store specializes in home décor and gifts.
At least 75% of the merchandise in Sassafras Creek Originals is made in America, many items are made by Kandye. The items available are in the Colonial/primitive and Classic Early American styles, but there is something for everyone, even if your home or personal taste does not fall into that category. The store specializes in home décor and gifts.
A Hearty Welcome
Sassafras Creek Originals was started by the painting of game boards.
One day while in an antique store, Kandye Mahurin spotted an old hand-painted game board, but she considered it to be well out of her price range. However, she was inspired to paint and age one to look like the antique. It turned out so well, selling them at various shows in the local area was her next decision. Early on, a few were sold to well-known Early American stores in nearby St. Louis and St. Charles, MO.
Then came the notion to try hand-sewn band boxes. Kandye has always been fascinated by the containers and boxes people used during the Colonial period, especially the colorful band boxes of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These were usually hand sewn, covered on the outside with wallpaper scraps and lined with newspaper.
A book at her home about antique containers helped her get her started with making her own versions of those boxes with reproduction copies of antique papers, also which are hand sewn.
Another featured item is called chalkware. Plaster of Paris is poured into old, German chocolate candy molds. They are then unmolded, hand painted and aged. Usually, the items are accessorized with mica glitter, and each Santa with tiny Christmas trees.
In German, the Santa figurines are referred to as a Belsnickel. They are usually stern faced and wearing fur robes. The word Belsnickel means Nicholas in furs.
A Hearty Welcome
Sassafras Creek Originals was started by the painting of game boards.
One day while in an antique store, Kandye Mahurin spotted an old hand-painted game board, but she considered it to be well out of her price range. However, she was inspired to paint and age one to look like the antique. It turned out so well, selling them at various shows in the local area was her next decision. Early on, a few were sold to well-known Early American stores in nearby St. Louis and St. Charles, MO.
Then came the notion to try hand-sewn band boxes. Kandye has always been fascinated by the containers and boxes people used during the Colonial period, especially the colorful band boxes of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These were usually hand sewn, covered on the outside with wallpaper scraps and lined with newspaper.
A book at her home about antique containers helped her get her started with making her own versions of those boxes with reproduction copies of antique papers, also which are hand sewn.
Another featured item is called chalkware. Plaster of Paris is poured into old, German chocolate candy molds. They are then unmolded, hand painted and aged. Usually, the items are accessorized with mica glitter, and each Santa with tiny Christmas trees.
In German, the Santa figurines are referred to as a Belsnickel. They are usually stern faced and wearing fur robes. The word Belsnickel means Nicholas in furs.
Kandye
Owner
My name is Kandye Mahurin and I am a self-taught artist painting in the Early American time period. I have been a resident of Missouri all my life and my passion is art and history. I have been chosen by Early American Life Magazine’s Directory of top 200 traditional American craftsmen for the past 7 years. I am a wife, mother of two sons, and grandmother of 4 (plus another one on the way) grandchildren.
Some of our favorites
Band Box Craft Kit
$40.00
Punch Needle Craft Kit
$60.00
Moravian Star Craft Kit
$15.00
Blackberry Tea
$16.25
Earl Grey
$16.25
Ginger Colonial Remedy
$16.25
Lapsing Souchong
$16.25
Amo Te Heart Cookie Mold
$41.50
Grapes Mold M5212
$44.75
Fleur de Lis Mold M5061
$44.75
Christmas Donkey Mold M5215
$44.75
Ice and Snow Puzzle
$25.95
Bedlam Corners Puzzle
$25.95
Sugar Sugar Puzzle
$25.95
Frost Moon Puzzle
$25.95
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Sassafras Creek Originals is a unique shop in Colonial Ste. Geneviève, MO which offers early American home decor and gifts. Step back in time to the early days of a French Colonial town as you browse our shop. We have many items that are handcrafted in America in the primitive and colonial style. Something unique for everyone!
A word from our customers
What a beautiful store full of handmade items. What made it so special was the ow er. She was so incredibly friendly and welcoming. She sat on the porch and told us the amazing history of the house that her store is in. This made our experience so special and we will for sure be back, and hope to be able to book the cabin next door for a weekend away. Thank you so much.
Mrs. Candy was very nice. It was a great pitstop and worth the trip!
Magnificent place. Very neat antiquey and historic things. Most amazing owners you have ever seen. I stayed at cabin next door for anniversary and was best bnb ever. Highly recommend store and cabin. Kandye is the best.
This is a beautiful little gem, in the wonderful old city of Ste. Genevieve. Make sure to stop here and view this store if out there.
There is also a beautifully redone cabin, that is the perfect place to rent for a peaceful getaway 🙂
Nice lady with some tasty drinks.
Looooved!
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Sassafras Creek Originals
311 St Marys Rd
Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670
Email: sassafrascreek@aol.com
Phone: 573-513-2491
Business Hours
| Mon: | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue: | Closed |
| Wed: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thu: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Fri: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sat: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sun: | Closed |
Let's work together
If you have any questions or are looking for something in particular, please contact us. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Sassafras Creek Originals
311 St Marys Rd
Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670
Email: sassafrascreek@aol.com
Phone: 573-513-2491
Business Hours
| Mon: | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue: | Closed |
| Wed: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thu: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Fri: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sat: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sun: | Closed |