Bon Bon

Bon Bon

Bainbridge Island is home to Bon Bon, the sweetest candy store.  It's the sort of place young children dream about.  And the heady scent of chocolate and sugar brings back fond memories of my own candy-infused childhood.

Lisa, the equally sweet owner and head fudge baker, makes several varieties of homemade fudge daily.  I've sampled more than I'll admit to, and still don't really have a favorite.  (Though I would encourage anyone to try her dark chocolate fudge with sea salt and caramel--truly a slice of heaven.)  

For our three daughters, an afternoon in Winslow is not complete without a stop at BonBon for salted caramels, sour patch and a piece of fudge.  And when I want something special for Easter or Valentine's Day, like homemade fudge and caramels, locally crafted truffles, or chocolate covered espresso beans, this is where I go too.  

So this past Spring, when Lisa asked me if I could help her brighten up the outside of her shop with some colorful planters, I was thrilled.  Designing and planting pots is one of my favorite garden jobs, and I knew that working with Lisa would be a joy.

She knew that she wanted lots of bright red geraniums, black planters and a "french" theme.  So, with candy as my guide, and visions of french gardens in my head, I designed these containers.  It was a thoroughly enjoyable project. The planters filled in nicely over the summer, though the boxwoods will continue to look better as they grow.

Here are a few pics, and be sure to check out her website:  Bon Bon Candies