cinder + salt | the salty life

Sara B - Retail Ops Manager As someone who was born and bred in New England, there's nothing better than Christmas in New England.  I lived and worked in New York for a long time and Christmas in New York City is magical, sparkly and enchanting.  I do miss the Hudson Valley deep in my soul, but it's different and can't really compete.  If you're looking for that quintessential New England Christmas vibe, either woodsy or coastal, peep my picks below! Plushie Ornament -  Our Plushie Ornaments are handmade and 100% upcycled.  They make great stocking stuffers but they also make...

by Sara B - Retail Ops Manager People are very serious about their pets and their love of their pets.  For the people whose entire identity is their pet to those who would die for their pet, we have something for everyone on your Holiday shopping list. Keep scrolling for a few of my personal favs or check out the entire Cat & Dog Person Collection Here!   Hoodies -  So many cozy options to rep your love of your pets.  My personal fav is our Ask Me About My Cats Beach Hoodies, even though no one ever asks me about...

- Sam, Digital Marketing Coordinator Whether breakfast is your favorite meal of the day or you just love fun, comfy clothes, you’re in for a treat! The Breakfast Shop is here to serve up some seriously delicious vibes.  Let’s dig in!     🥓 T-Shirts Worth Toasting To "But first, bacon" isn’t just a mantra—it’s a lifestyle. These tees celebrate all things breakfast, from eggs & bacon to everything bagels. Perfect for cozy Sunday mornings or casual brunch with friends. Each shirt is soft, sustainable, and deliciously unique.                  Bacon & Eggs Tee       ...

by Rachel DeCavage  owner & creative director of cinder + salt and Oasis Home & Supply I love love love owning & operating cinder + salt, and as we celebrated our tenth birthday this past winter I was finally starting to feel proud of this little brand (yay!). Running a small business is such a rollercoaster (of emotions, priorities, obligations, etc) but one thing was becoming clear… it was getting hard to define the role of sustainable living products in our clothing stores. What has made sense is expanded our self care options with solid haircare bars, natural fiber towels...

- Sara B, Retail Operations Manager Who doesn't love a tee or hood with a cute and cuddly critter on it?  Our Friendly Forest Collection is full of them and has some of our most popular designs:  Red Squirrel on all the things, Red Fox Fleece Romper and our new Black Bear linens.  Check out a few more gift picks for the Snow White wanna-be in your life! 1.  Lumberjack Snack Bags Set  These reusable snack bags are covered with adorable bears wearing little jackets and overalls!  How cute are they?!?!  Plus you can't ever go wrong with a classic Buffalo  plaid. ...