Local Business Rustic Marlin Softens Home Décor with Acquisition of Marshes, Fields & Hills

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HANOVER, MA – April 9, 2019: Rustic Marlin is thrilled to announce the acquisition of local soft goods company Marshes, Fields & Hills (MFH)! MFH is best known for its high quality personalized pillows, tote bags and accessories.
“After years of sharing best practices, we are excited to combine our talented teams and to cross merchandise our amazing new designs,” said Melanie O’Neil, President + Founder of Rustic Marlin.  “We look forward to better serving the needs of our core consumers as we become a one stop shop for all home decor and gifting needs.”
In 2012 founder Stephanie Baynes combined her passion for handmade items with the inspiration of the natural beauty of the New England landscape and designed her first pillow.
The beauty of favorite destinations and pride of local neighborhoods will continue to drive the innovative designs.  Both Rustic Marlin and MFH create pieces that infuse your favorite place or milestone memory with our personalized handmade pieces.
“This strategic acquisition will strengthen our manufacturing breadth and partnerships as we streamline production and operations,” said Brian O’Neil, President + Founder of Rustic Marlin.  “And, who doesn’t love a good pillow?”
Rustic Marlin is entering this next part of its journey poised for growth in 2019 and beyond.
About Rustic Marlin
Rustic Marlin Designs, LLC (Rustic Marlin) designs and manufactures premium home décor.  Founded out of love in 2012, the business started when Melanie and Brian O’Neil tied the knot and crafted their own wedding gifts. In 2019 Marshes, Fields & Hills joined the Rustic Marlin brand.  Creating custom décor has quickly grown into a talented team of over 50 craftsmen, designers and artists. Ranked #366 on INC. Magazine’s 2018 Fastest Growing Companies in America and #1 Fastest Growing Consumer Products Company in Massachusetts. All products are made at Rustic Marlin’s headquarters and manufacturing facility based in Hanover, Massachusetts.
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