Beltway to the Shore Merch was created in 2009 (then know as Froggy Pants Creations and up to 2026 as just Beltway Merch) after Owner/Designer/Maker Angela Lacey was laid off from her photography job. With camera phones and technology evolving and more affordable, and after 18 years in the portrait photography industry, it was time to find another means to support her family. The original items were handmade for her children to save money. After discovering that this might be her new talent, she took part in the refresher sewing class.

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April 2009 was the first event where she sold her handmade belts, jewelry, and hair accessories. Then, she opened an online store with her children as models. Over the years, items have continued to evolve, including scarves, keychains, pet collars & leashes, but they are still all handmade!

 

As of 2013, all ribbons and fabrics are made from Angela's exclusive designs (except the flag patterns). This ensued the name change to Beltway Merch (now Beltway to the Shore Merch) which reflected the new business image. The design process is multi-layered, and many designs start with Angela's photographs or drawings. To date, she has over 150 designs! Check back often, she is constantly working on new designs.

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April 2019, Beltway to the Shore Merch celebrated 10 years!

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2020, We are fighting the Covid-19 pandemic and are determined to make it! Please support us by placing an order or purchasing a Gift Certificate! Thank you!

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2022, We made it! Thank you to everyone who shopped local these last few years! Expect a FULL schedule of Events this year! We are all over Maryland from Baltimore to St. Michaels to Frederick and more! Find a list of upcoming events here or Facebook. 

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Summer of 2022 Beltway to the Shore Merch moved it's home/office/workshop to the actual Shore! We now have more space and and out buildings on our farm!

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April 2024, Beltway to the Shore Merch celebrated 15 years!

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February 2026, we added "to the Shore" to our name and the company is now known at Beltway to the Shore Merch. The change is to reflect our new location on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and our love of the beach, bay & shore life! We now travel down to Ocean City, Maryland and Rehoboth Beach, DE for their many Markets and Festivals. You can still find us from Baltimore to Frederick and beyond. Check out our schedule here.