CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Main Streets have great history, great dining and great shopping. Each year, tens of thousands of visitors and residents launch from Main Street to explore more of Franklin County.
Over the last five months, 29 S. Main St. has been a swirl of activity. The former home of printing establishments, the property is now Shabby Chic Farmhouse Boutique.
Stephanie Kennedy is the owner of the new establishment. Kennedy said Shabby Chic began as a fun way to make extra cash after she lost her job during the pandemic in 2021. She began by refinishing furniture, getting plenty of practice for her own home, and then branching out to friends and family. Shabby Chic Farmhouse Boutique transformed as Kennedy tried idea after idea, eventually doing online sales and business at pop-up locations.
The brick-and-mortar boutique is a dream come true for Kennedy. “I love the feeling of the shops of Charleston, SC. So, I wanted to create a boutique with luxury retail—special items found in metropolitan boutiques–with the hospitality and charm of a small town,” Kennedy explained.
She carefully selects specialty home décor items, women’s clothing, jewelry and children’s clothing. The store has a DIY planting and potting nook, as well as custom Chambersburg items. It also provides space for artisans to sell wares. Everything comes together to create a cozy feeling and represents the passion Kennedy has for everything she does.
Kennedy invites the public, friends, family and fellow merchants to a celebration of dreams come true at the grand opening party on Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a ribbon cutting at 9:30.
“I love my community, and I love being a business owner in Chambersburg. I look forward to meeting you at Shabby Chic Farmhouse Boutique.” Kennedy said.
