THOMASTON — Thomaston Public Library's main display case this month features the decoupage boxes of library friend and patron Davene Fahy, whose custom decoupage business supplies several galleries on Maine's Midcoast.

Each of Davene's boxes is unique, lined in suede or velvet, and decoupaged to reflect the beautiful environs of Maine. Although all of the pieces on display at the library have Maine themes, Davene has done custom work that incorporates various cities and states outside Maine, depending on the background of the intended recipient or the wishes of a particular customer.

Davene Fahy spent her professional career in special education and now, in retirement, has been working on projects with tangible results. She has published three children's books (two about children with special needs) and has been working with both decoupage and collage for the past ten years.

She is fascinated by the inherent beauty of vintage maps, letters, and ledgers, and she often incorporates stamps and butterflies into her compositions.

This display in place now and will run through the month of May.

Thomaston Public Library is located within the Thomaston Academy building, located at 60 Main Street. Parking and entrance to the library are at the rear of the building.