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Dear diary… I’m sorry I haven’t written in forever, but this new retired life is very strange! But wonderful! I’ve also asked myself why would anyone else want to know what former shop owners do, when they “go out to pasture”! So here’s the deal… somewhere here, probably at the bottom of the page, is an…

Hello, gorgeous! Well, here we are!  It’s our last full week, today through Saturday, that we’re open for business. A few years ago, Cheryl took the lead, at the shop; a truly brilliant woman, friend and mentor. Darlene has been our fashionista, always so good at helping you find the right outfits! These women have my heart. This is…

  Hello, gorgeous! I’ve been saving some vintage pieces, in our storage room, but reality is slowly sinking in. The fact is, I love my collection of old treasures. Some of them are almost like family! But even family knows when it’s time to find their forever home. So, here we are. A month into…

Hello, gorgeous!  Yes…you! I have to say, that our retirement sale has gone much faster than I had imagined! You have been so supportive over all of the years and especially now, as we explore new adventures. I can’t thank you enough! This week, save… 40% Off this week! 50% Off next week! Wednesday-Saturday, 11-4…

  Hello, darling!, I have some exciting news to share and I hope you’ll celebrate with me! Holy smokes! It’s time for a Retirement Sale, starting this week! As my daughter, Betsy said, “Endings are always kinda bittersweet, but new beginnings are so exciting!” (The incredible Dream Team! Christine, Cheryl, Linda, Darlene and me) To…

Bon jour! You may have read last week’s note about a vintage shopping tour, in Provence, this coming fall. Of course, we’ll do more than just shop, but let’s find out more! Jill, our guide, whom I traveled with many times, spends winters in Sacramento, would like to tell you more. If you’re up for…

Hello, gorgeous! I hope this finds you well!  Mr. Wonderful and I got out of Dodge, Monday afternoon, to head up to Tahoe.  I hadn’t been here since October!  Way too long! I snapped a picture of Bob taking Micah on his morning walk. Just a beautiful day! After a few chores around the house,…

Hello, gorgeous! Let’s take a class!  Here’s what’s coming up: Our next Cozy Throw workshop is right around the corner! Join us on Saturday, February 8th, and learn how to knit with your hands! Learn more about all of our upcoming workshops and sign up Here! New Workshop! Decorative Riser Learn all about Iron Orchid Designs’ paint inlay…

Hello, gorgeous! We’re looking forward to our first workshop of the new year, our Vintage Window class, on Saturday, January 18th, at 1 p.m.   All supplies are included and the projects turn out beautifully, on old, rustic vintage windows, that we search for! if you can join us, there is space for just six students in this…

Are you ready for a new year? I hope you enjoyed a peaceful holiday! I’m back home from a sweet trip to be with family in Texas, where a minor cold turned into a whopper! Back at home, I’m thinking I may be one of those people who leave their tree up, past the traditional…