New New New!

It's almost fall. I'm not a super huge fan of cold weather...but that slight crispiness in the air paired with the still BEAUTIFUL sunshine-y days...I can't help but think of, and look forward to, the fair! With that cool and crisp weather in mind...the new fall Crocs are starting to roll in...

and first up are camouflage Mammoths and the brand new kids' pink and brown Polar Blitzens!

Come check them out while they last...and keep checking back to see all the new Crocs we're getting in weekly!

Back to School

Yup. Today is the first full day back to school for kids here in Warren County.

...my thoughts exactly.

I don't even have to go back and I'm kind of sad about today. I feel your pain kids! Don't get me wrong...school is great. I had some wonderful teachers who really touched my life, I actually kind of liked having a schedule to adhere to, I learned many things that help me now in my career every day,I made some of my dearest friends there and I actually really liked school chicken strips and baked beans...but, thus far, I'm a much bigger fan of the "real world"...at least now I get a paycheck to get up so early in the morning!

School is a must to teach us some of the things we will need to know to go out into the "real world". Without the schooling I received, I would not have been given many of the opportunities that got me where I am today.

So, to all of the kids: Have a great first day! Have fun! Don't eat the paste. Make sure you have a sharpened pencil and take lots of notes. Make new friends. Respect your teacher and your classmates. And just keep in mind...Christmas break is only a little over 3 months away!

Also remember, we have all the back-to-school supplies that you need. Inevitably, you will realize you've missed getting something on your list...you need more folders, pencils, paper...you've decided, after seeing what the school calls "pizza", that you might want to carry your lunch...your backpack isn't big enough for all of those textbooks...etc. etc. etc. We've got you covered. Come see us and we'll get you everything you need!

More Market Baskets

Here are the pictures that I promised of some of the newest market basket designs...

The zip-on tops are something that set our market baskets apart from others I've seen. I usually toss my car keys, wallet and coupons into my basket when shopping at grocery store...so the top makes me feel like they're just a little more protected and not out for everyone to see.

These bags also have a nifty little pocket on the side that is perfect for a bonus card, cash, a little bottle of hand sanitizer, etc. I think it's a nice little touch.

And have I mentioned that they're only $29.99? We can't keep them on the shelves!

The same company also makes these great roll-y bags. Once again, completely collapsible & washable. We're already sold out of the most recent shipment of these...but more are on their way! These will make great carry-on bags and I can think of a lot of other uses.

Finally, one other bag by this company. It's just a simple carry-all tote bag...but sooo cute! I think this would be the perfect gift for a college student. Especially those that come home on weekends...they'll be able to bring home just what they need and not have to worry with a big suitcase or, like me when I was in school, a laundry basket!

Check back soon. My computer is having some issues so I'm borrowing Seth's right now and he doesn't have the pictures that I need to post. He has figured out what the problem is though, we think, so I should be able to get back on my computer very soon. I'll post as soon as I have access to my pictures and I can't wait to share with you the new line of stuffed animals that mom recently got in!

Pretty Things...

I just wanted to show y'all the new jewelry that we have at the shop. Perfect for back to school, don't you think? Initials, sweet sayings, inspirational words...and check out the scrabble pieces!

And I just love this particular charm!

Front...
and the back... HAHA! I love it!
More silver bracelets ...always a popular item. This time we have them for big girls too...not just the little girls!

This is the latest addition to the Necklines' Lula Loops line. Chocolate is big right now...plus it's super classic and goes with everything! These are going great for all ages.
And finally, just a couple of the new Necklines charms.

Little Whispers, Fun Facts, Simple Tips & Inspirations

While at Market in July, Mom ordered this great book line. They're all inspirational, fun and thoughtful peeks into our everyday lives. Add these to your list of great gifts for any occasion, any age!

Look through these titles and then come to the shop and see all of the others that we have. In addition to the books, there are also desk calendars (see below), journals and cookbooks.

Ecototes & Key Fobs

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past few months, I'm sure you've noticed the Market Basket Trend that has taken over in McMinnville lately. Well, when our customers ask, we do our best to oblige...so we hopped on the bandwagon and found a great company that carried a line of market baskets called Ecototes that met our customers' needs. Yes, they're good for the environment...less plastic bags is always a good thing (because you only have so many mini trash cans in the house that need lining!).

In addition to that, though, they come with a removable zip-on cover for the top, they're washable and collapsible and, my favorite part, only $29.99! They make a great gift for any occasion and look so cute monogrammed!

This is a picture from our first shipment...we have now received our second shipment and the patterns that we got this time are even cuter (I'll post those pictures soon...but until then, drive by the shop and check out the window display)!

Another of our great new lines is Key Fobs. They're beautiful, hand painted key chains that come in a variety of colors. This is another great gift idea!We can also have them personalized with names, dates and faces. Here are a couple that mom ordered to display. Cute, huh?

Sale!

For those of you who have been visiting the blog during this posting dry spell and are patiently waiting for new posts...thank you! I'm getting back into the swing of things and have been taking some pictures at the shop of some of the awesome new stuff we have in for back to school and even some gift-y things for you early Christmas shoppers.

Until I get the pictures up here, though, feel free to come by and see them in person at the shop!

You can also stop by the wedding website (that I have updated a bit lately) and see some of the pictures from mine & Seth's wedding.

Definitely come by the shop, though, and see the sale that mom has going on. She has two racks full of spring and summer clothes 50% off + $2....a really really great deal for some of the stuff on there! We are also getting new shipments of Hello Kitty for back to school every week.

Pictures soon...I promise! I'll talk to y'all soon!