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  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…

Hello, gorgeous! It’s Monday evening and I’m not feeling too gorgeous, but I’ve gotten a lot done, here at home and at the shop, today. I’ve read about articles from the 50’s, of how a wife was to look her best, when the husband got home, at the end of the day. Thank goodness those…

Hello, gorgeous! With Thanksgiving plans underway, there’s a lot going on this week! I hope you have a nice day planned!   We have a great weekend planned and  hope you can join in on the festivities for Small Business Saturday! Here’s the scoop: Our store-wide sale and free bracelet will be offered Friday through…

Hello, gorgeous! I hope you’re staying warm and cozy, this week!  I was cold all day, running errands!  I need to start layering up! This week… All jewelry is 20% off! Earrings, bracelets and necklaces, all make great gifts! A chance to save… Here’s our gifting calendar and a chance for great savings! Last week……

Hello, gorgeous! If you haven’t already started decorating for the holidays, there’s no time like the present!   I’ve decided that with time moving faster than ever, I might as well embrace the holidays now, rather than later.  I’ve been sprinkling holiday decor, here and there, around the house and it feels good.  I’ve got…

Happy weekend! After a summer of all summers, it’s great to start wearing layers again! Save 20% off all sweaters and ponchos!   We’re open Saturday, 11-5 and Sunday, 11-3 Iron Orchid Designs is also 20% off, through Sunday! P.S.: Don’t tell anyone, but I’ve started decorating at home for Christmas! :O XO, Barbara