While in Philladelphia we didn't see the historic spots downtown, we toured the Martin guitar factory just north of Philladelphia.
It was a much bigger operation than I was expecting.
Guitar parts were everywhere.
I loved all of these clothes pins used in this step.
They have a mix of automated and hand work procedures.
The on site museum was also interesting. You can get a taste of the older ways of making guitars and see some pretty fancy custom work.
I couldn't resist a little costume bling.
If you are ever in the area I think it's worth a stop.
Muffin Better
Chelsea is the home of Chelsea Milling, the only place in the world where Jiffy Mix is made. I think it is fun to take visitors on the tour. Well, M's girlfriend said she had never been on the tour and since miss Petunia is now six, the minimum age for the tour, I thought we had to go.They renovated the visitor entrance and remodeled the auditorium where they give the pre tour schpeel. It is all very fancy.
They have a video featuring an animated Jiffy box as their 'mascot'. I kind of miss the old slide show and the mention of the "blue and white box with the red accent."Hair nets are still required, of course.
It was a fun time.
The big kids made a huge batch of brownies with our free boxes of mix when we got home!
