After Christmas Sale!

All Holiday Decor is 40% OFF...Hurry in! :)

Great Gift Idea...That won't break the bank!

We just received an order of Votive Warmers...the good news...they have gone down in price and we are passing the savings on to you -- that is $5.00 in YOUR pocket!! They are now $10.00 each and couple with that with the wildly popular Willow Creek Candle Company's Melties, that can only be found at our store...you have a fabulous gift that cost you UNDER $15.00!!

We have loads of styles to choose from! See you soon!
Merry Christmas!
Stacy

And the Winner is....

Rene Allison! She is the proud winner of our Trollbeads Wish List

Sign Up Contest! She won the Glass Bead of her choice just for filling out a Wish List! Not only has she made it easier for her family & friends to shop for her...she'll get exactly what she longs for! What could be better! It's a win-win for all!

You might want to fill your Wish List out soon...if you haven't already! Thanks to all who participated! Congrats Rene!

Stacy

Outdoor Decor Special!

All outdoor decor will be 20% OFF this weekend, Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14th. Lots of great pieces to choose from! Hurry in!

Ho Ho Ho!
Stacy

Charlie Brown Trees!

Yupper...we have them...we are cleaning house...and we are selling all sorts of Charlie Brown Trees that we have used throughout the years! Any tree, any size...most have lights on them too...for $50.00...they go as tall as 7.5 feet! What a deal!

They are all in great condition...so don't delay...you can add these to any room in your house! And they are so easy to decorate!

Keep a lookout for our upcoming weekend sale! Stop back by the end of the week to see what we have up our sleeve!

Merry Christmas!
Stacy

Two Shopping Weekends Left!

Can you believe it?? Where does the time go? Just wanted to remind you that we have tons of gift ideas in all price ranges...from $5.00 on up.

Some great gifts for Secret Santa's or a little something for the gals you work with...that won't break the bank! Stop in soon and check them out! Merry Christmas!
Stacy

Ornament Extravaganza!

This weekend, Saturday & Sunday, December 6th & 7th...when you buy 2 ornaments you'll get one of equal or lesser value FREE! And we'll still punch your Rewards Card! How great is that? It's time to stock up! You can go crazy! See you there!
Stacy

Lolita Glassware is Here!!

Check out these Shopoholic & Birthday Girl Martini Glasses! This is just one of many of the great Martini and Wine Glasses...and they also have great shot glasses! These are sure to make memorable gifts for your girlfriends, sister's, anyone with a fun spirit! And ...there is sure to be a glass to fit each and every personality!

They are all handpainted with fun designs...and a recipe for the drink they portray is painted on the bottom of the glass! Now how fun is that...and they come in their own box to boot! This will be the star of any party!!Your girlfriends are going to want to collect them!

Stop in soon and see what I am talking about!

Stacy

Have You Heard About...The Elf on the Shelf!

What a GREAT Family Tradition!! And we have it!!! We're sure you'll want to get your tradition started this year! And Thanksgiving is the PERFECT time!

This crafty elf (which many of you will recognize from your childhood!) comes with a wonderfully illustrated book telling how he watches the kids and goes back to the North Pole each night to report to Santa on whether the kids have been naughty or nice...it's a wonderfully interactive activity that is sure to become a family tradition passed down through the generations!

Stop in and check it out soon! You're going to LOVE it!
See you soon!
Stacy

And The Winner Is...Drum Roll Please!

ANGIE WURTZEL!!! She was the lucky winner of the Trollbeads Bracelet -- our Door Prize from the Open House, 'A Snowflake Fantasy'! Here she is sporting her prize! Congratulations Angie!! You lucky duck!!! Now get busy filling that baby up!! ;-)

WoWwiE!!! What a Weekend We Had!

I am so sorry it has taken me so long to get back to the blog. I

truly was hoping to post some pictures before the event...but as usual...time didn't allow for that! We were busy with preparations right up until we opened!

We were totally amazed at the turn out and the response to this years Open House! In spite of the rain there was a line of devoted fans waiting to get in! I have to thank you from the bottom of my heart for that! What a way to ring in our 18th Annual Open House!!

We hope you all had just as much fun as we did!! Again, I couldn't have pulled it off without all the elves -- I am truly blessed...they are so devoted. Thanks for such a wonderful weekend!!

Stacy (and the elves)

Just what have we been up to??

Whew!!! Times are CRAZY around here! I am so lucky for all the

devoted gals that work tirelessly to pull this event (and every event) together. I would never be able to pull off this ‘shop thing’ I do, without each and every one of them! I actually remembered to take a few pics before utter chaos broke loose…wait until you see all of our holiday goodies!

There is literally a path through this place at the moment…but we are confident we will have it all together! HA! And yes, somehow it does always come together! If I have the opportunity I will try and post another pic of one of our displays…just a sliver of the wonderfulness you will experience this holiday season with us!

You’ll be able to experience it beginning at 5:00 p.m. Friday night, October 24th! Come and toast the upcoming season with us! We’ll be serving wine and extra goodies on Friday night. Hope to see you there! Oh, and don’t forget…we’ll be giving away a Trollbeads Bracelet, Clasp & Murano Glass Bead as our door prize this year! WOO HOO!

This is going to be a GREAT holiday season I can just feel it!

Hope to see you there! Stacy

Attention Pretzel Lovers!

We've got Pumpkin Pretzels! Yes, you heard me right...and are

they yummy! For those of you who bought and loved the Summer Pretzels…AND for those of you disappointed when we were sold out of them for the season…this is your chance!

These pretzels are addicting…kind of like that potato chip…you can’t eat just one! They have a pumpkin spice flavored white chocolate coating on them…and they are wonderful!! I wouldn’t waste any time, I don’t think they will last long…and like the Summer Pretzels…when the season is over they will be gone!

Stacy

Time To Move It On Out!!

Hello All!

Fall is certainly in the air! Crisp days and down right COLD nights! The leaves will be turning and dropping before we know it!

All tabletop Fall & Halloween Merchandise is 20% OFF! The only exclusion is Fall Scented Potpourri & Candles! Hurry in for the best selection!

See you soon!
Stacy

Our Trollbeads Trunk Show Winners!!!

Drum Roll Please!!! These lucky gals are the winners of the "Bring A Friend to the Trunk Show" Drawing for a FREE Glass Bead! Congratulations go out to Alice, Lori & Michelle...we drew a winner each day of the Trunk Show...Congrats Ladies! Enjoy your beads!! Thanks for helping to make our Trunk Show such a great success! Stacy

YaY!!! Trollbeads Trunk Show Was A HUGE Success!

I just wanted to thank everyone who came out for the Trunk Show! We had a wonderful time seeing so many of our regular customers and meeting so many new ones! I have to admit that my favorite part was checking out everybody's bracelets! They truly are as individual as each person collecting the beads! There were no two that even came close to duplication!

We also have drawn the winners of the 'Bring A Friend' Drawing for the Free Glass Bead...I am just waiting for the third winner to pick up her bead...and then I will post their pics here on the blog!

Again, thanks so much for such a wonderful time...I can't wait to do it again!
Stacy

Trollbeads Trunk Show This Weekend!

We hope you can join us and see for yourself how wonderful this line is...and how creative you can be with it! It's a great way to express your individuality!

"Premiere Night"
Thursday, September 18th
5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday Night we'll be serving Wine & Cheese and Sandy, our Trollbeads Rep will be here!
Friday, September 19th from 10-5:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 20th from 10-5 p.m.

Trunk Show Perks!

Buy a Decorative Lock and get the Bracelet FREE! And/or Buy 3 Beads and Get Your 4th FREE(Of Equal or Lesser Value). Bring a friend and you'll both be entered to win a FREE Glass Bead! One will be given away each day!

You can choose either perk or both if you like...and there is no limit! Keep in mind...the holidays are just around the corner!
Hope to see you there!
Stacy

Shop-O-Hawk-Lic Shopping Weekend!!

We are partnering with the Heritage High School Athletic Association to raise funds for their organization! They will be passing out flyers with all the details at all the home sporting events this week. Bring in the flyer this weekend, Saturday or Sunday, September 13 & 14th...and we'll donate 10% of the sale (before tax) to the Athletic Association!

We'll be serving Mulled Cider, the weather has been quite fitting for that! And doing some food sampling too. We'll also have a drawing for a wonderful Door Prize at the end of the weekend! Do you feel lucky? Well...do you???

Don't worry, if you can't get your hands on one of those flyers...as long as you let us know you are supporting the Heritage Athletic Association...we'll still make the donation! How fun is that!

Stop in and join in the fun...see you this weekend! Go Hawks!!! :)
Stacy

Labor Day Weekend!

I just wanted to let you know we will be closed Saturday, Sunday & Monday of Labor Day Weekend. It's our last hurrah before we get back to 7 days a week.

I hope you have a great weekend planned, it looks as though the weather is going to cooperate at least around here! Be safe and we'll see you on Tuesday, September 2nd! Gosh, September...it's hard to believe Summer is over...where did the time go?

And don't forget...we'll be open 7 days a week after this weekend!

Enjoy!
Stacy

P.S. Want to win something?? Go on over to my friend PJ's Blog...she's having a giveaway in celebration of her 100th post to her blog! Check out her great blog, and while you're there, post a message to her and be entered to win a $25.00 Gift Certificate to her equally great website! Yay! http://antiqueornot.blogspot.com/ Way to go PJ!!! ;)

Hello Trollbeads!!

Hello All!

THEY'RE HERE!!! Oh my!! And are they awesome!!! I am going to have to watch myself...I could be my own best customer!! lol!! Wait until you see what the Trollbead line has to offer! There are so many great beads!! Their Murano Glass Beads are unmatched in the industry!! Prepare to be amazed!! And you can get so creative with their necklaces!!

If you are a current Trollbead Collector, wait until you see the new introductions! Don't despair...if you sport a bracelet from another company...there are some beads that will fit your existing bracelet! Better yet, start a Trollbead Bracelet and ALL of your current beads will fit on it!

Trollbeads allow you to express your individuality!! How fun is that? You can just let your imagination run wild...and you will never see your bracelet or necklace on another person!! Stop in soon and see what I'm talking about!

Enjoy your Sunday...we'll be open again on Sunday's after Labor Day Weekend. :)

Stacy

"I LOVE YOUR BLOG" AWARD ~ Thank you!!

Thanks Pammie! My dear friend from Farmhouse Primitives gave me this award! If you haven't visited her blog it's a must! She also has a wonderful online prim business too! Now I have to sort through my favorite blogs so I can pass this on! Thanks again!

Stacy

Going Back to School in STYLE!

They're here!!!

The wonderfully colorful Back Packs and Messenger Bags and accessories!

Fun Notebooks and change purses...and don't forget the pencil and gadget holder!

Your daughter or granddaughter will be styling for sure when you set her up with some of these goodies!! She'll be the envy of her classmates for sure!

What a way to start out a new school year ~ hey?! Check 'em out soon...I'm sure they won't last long!

Stacy

Trollbeads!!! YiPpiE!!!

We Are so ExCiTeD!!!

We are going to be carrying Trollbeads!!! They should be here in a couple of weeks...so stay tuned! OH MY!! I can hardly contain myself!

For those of you who are not familiar with them...are you in for a treat!! You'll want to start a Wish List ~ for sure! Say goodbye to the presents you have no use for...get ready for pure bliss! Your friends and family will thank you for making their gift giving so easy! Oh heck...what am I talking about...who needs to wait for a gift...just wait...you'll see what I mean...

Have a wonderful weekend...

Stacy

Battery Operated Prim Tapers Are In...

And they are going fast!! I thought I ordered enough of them...but they aren't going to last long!

Here's a picture of what they look like...they come in a dark brownish color, cranberry and mustard (shown in the picture). They are dipped in beeswax and have cinnamon on them. They take 2 AA batteries...and are wonderful inside a basket...or anyplace you don't have a convenient plug.

We are going to have so much fun decorating around here with these...that is, if they'd stick around long enough! :) Don't delay!

Stacy

Thanks to ALL Who Attended the Yard Sale!

We had a wonderful turnout!! However...I still have some goodies on sale!! We are continuing the 80% OFF the Clearance Room, I want to move it ALL out!! And I will also keep adding to the 50% Off Table on the Porch!!

Stop in and check out the deals...I'm sure they won't last long! Homespun Fabrics and Stencils are now 50% OFF! I am closing out Wood Wick Candles and Tyler Candles, so they are 50% OFF...and we also have some great items from our Tween Room at 50% OFF! Some great ideas to pick up and put away for Christmas presents!

I need to make room for all the great stuff that will be arriving!!! So you're the WINNER!! It can't get much better than that! Can it??

See you soon!
Stacy

Can You Say, Ginormous Yard Sale!

It all starts tomorrow at 8 a.m. until at least 2 p.m.!!!! Gals will be setting up all their previously owned home decor items outside in the backyard!

We'll have a 50% OFF Sale Table on the back porch...and TONS of ONE DAY ONLY SPECIALS throughout the store...how about 50% OFF all Pewter & Redware, 80% OFF our Sale Room...60% OFF Bennington Pottery & Yelloware...50% OFF Homespun Fabrics & Stencils...and that's just off the top of my head!

And hotdogs on the grill beginning about 11 a.m....we're sure you'll have worked up an appetite by then!!! The store will open at 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Hope to see you there!!!
Stacy

Back to School...

I know...I know...it's STILL July...and there is more than a month before school starts! But I wanted to show off a couple of GREAT FINDS we are bringing in for 'the girl who must have it all!' And who doesn't know someone like that!!! She'll be the envy of her classmates when she carries one of these fabulous backpacks or messenger bags to school this year! They are a plastic coated canvas so they'll stay nice and clean!! And...don't forget the pencil holder and
notepad!

There are also some wallets that are perfectly miss matched to go along with the assortment as well! There is sure to be something to match your daughters personality ~ for sure!

They'll be in soon....if you're afraid of missing out...get your name on our list to be called when they arrive! Don't disappoint your girl...you know she wants this!!

Truly an Honor...

Like most people, I LOVE to win stuff!! Look what fellow Shopkeepers and fabulous friends did for me! They honored me with this wonderful Blog Award!! WOW! PJ & Liz...I can't thank you enough! When you get a chance visit their Blogs, they are so great! Pam's is http://www.antiqueornot.blogspot.com/ and Liz's is http://brownandhopkins.blogspot.com/ . Now I have to get busy trying to figure out who to pass it on to..there are so many great blogs out there!

Without any thought...I know I HAVE to pass this on to my dear friend and fellow shopkeeper, Jen from Just Country in Raeford, NC. She's my pal and I just love her prim blog...check it out when you get a chance, you'll NOT be disappointed... http://justcountrync.blogspot.com/ . Now...I have to get busy thinking...I know a lot of my fav's have already been chosen...so it might take me a bit...but stay tuned...

Have a wonderful weekend...whatever you are up to!!

Stacy

Naughty Nuts!!

Yes sirree...we've got the Naughty Nuts! They come in Nekked which are a smaller lightly salted nut, Flamin' which is a little bit spicy...but not put out the fire spicy - they're just perfect and then the Sweet & Sultry, which is chocolate covered peanut brittle! Oh yeah...they are wonderful tasting...and make great gifts too because the label is so much fun!

But BEWARE!!! You just might be tempted to keep them for yourself!! Do you know someone a little naughty??? Or are you feeling a little naughty yourself??? Whatever the case...you need some Naughty Nuts!! ;)

Got Humor??

Hi All!

We've received some great signs from our local sign guy...they can be done in any color and make a great sign for a cottage or second home.

How about...If We Get Drunk On Saturday Night And Ask You To Stay Until Tuesday...We Don't Mean It. HA! Or how about, Life Is Too Short To Drink Cheap Wine. :)

Add some humor to your decor! Hope you have a great week!

Stacy

Fourth of July Holiday

Just a reminder...we will be closed July 4th, 5th & 6th...to enjoy the holiday with our families!! I hope where ever you are celebrating that the weather holds out for your picnics and fireworks displays!!

Don't forget your Fusion Flavors Dip Mix to make that fabulous Pasta Salad for your get together!! We also have the recipe at the store too...it'll be the hit of your picnic!! Have a safe and happy holiday!!

Girl's Weekend ~ Fun!!!

Are you planning a 'Girl's Getaway Weekend' or even a 'Girl's Night Out'? Well...don't forget your Box Girl's Game!!! Relax on the dock or around the pool with your box of questions and find out all kinds of things you might never have known.

Bond with your girlfriends, with the Girlfriends Box of Questions. If your friends tend to be a bit more sassy...you might like the Girl's Night box! Whichever box you chose, you'll sure to learn something you didn't know about your girlfriends and make some great memories in the process!

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the Girlfriends Box of Questions will be donated to the Women's Cancer Research Fund. WCRF is committed to saving lives by raising awareness for millions of women and their families at risk or affected by cancer.

Now how great is that!? Make some lasting memories this Summer...and you'll be giving to a good cause in the process!

Switchflops Are HERE!!!

And they are selling like hotcakes! What's a Switchflop you say? Well, they are a flip flop that you can 'Switch' the straps! The straps Velcro on...so it's so easy to change them to match what you are wearing!! How great is that??? They have tons of options for additional straps. Your problem?? Deciding what straps to buy!!

Just imagine...this fabulous product was developed by a young girl in Florida, as a HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT!!! She perfected them while she was in college...and the rest is history! As they say..."Change your look, not your sole." Keep in mind...they make great gifts...the gals are just loving this idea!!! I'm sure you will too! Check them out soon!

The Ginormous Yard Sale Is On!!!

Mark your calendars...plans are on for the Ginormous Yard Sale. It's going to be held July 26th from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., in the back yard of the store. We have a list of people that are going to participate...and I think we are going to have a great bunch of home decor stuff to sell! I am sure there are going to be some great deals to be had!! I'm also hoping to have some fun stuff going on inside the store too -- so don't miss out on the fun!!!

If you think you might be interested in participating as a seller, contact the store. We are just asking for a minimal amount to cover the advertising costs...our ad has gone into the Country Register...so keep a look out for that.

This is the same weekend as the Midland Antique Festival...for those of you that are planning on heading up there...you'll want to check us out on your way there or on your way back! Stay tuned for more details to come as the date approaches!

Let The Punching Begin!

Want to earn FREE stuff? We have started a Rewards Program. Get a punch for every $10.00 you spend before tax. After 30 punches you'll get a $25.00 Gift Certificate! How great is that! It's our way of saying thank you for your continued patronage!

We'll be offering more perks down the road for Program participants...so stay tuned...and get started on those punches! (Excludes Uppercase Living Wall Words, discounted merchandise, candy and Candle Club punches).

And The Winner Is....

Christine Z was the winner of the $100.00 Gift Certificate given away at our Summer Gathering...way to go girl! Congrats Christine...and good luck in your new job! You are on a winning streak...hope it keeps up! :)

Tom Smith...What A Good Sport!

A group of us were sitting around during the Summer Gathering ...someone mentioned the Blow Up Jumpy thing that Rent Rite had inflated...someone made a funny remark about who was going to be first to go in...now mind you...there weren't ANY children in the vicinity!

So I throw out...the first person to go inside will get a $10.00 Gift Certificate. Well, Tom Smith of "Real Men Come Inside" fame, nonchalantly said, "I'll do it." WHAT A GREAT SPORT!!!

Look closely at the first picture, I had trouble getting a good one...but he's in there jumping around! And, that's him in the picture on the right, after his bouncing adventure. Between you and me, I am dying to know if he was sore the next day! I know I would be...I am SURE that would have pulled some muscles and jammed some body parts that aren't used to that kind of abuse...I mean activity ...HA!

But he's a good sport, and yes, his lovely wife, Kathy gladly spent the gift certificate!

For those of you wondering...yes, this is the SAME Tom Smith that is quoted on the sign outside the store, "Real Men Come Inside." :)

Stacy

Our Summer Gathering

I have to apologize...I have been so busy trying to catch up since the event...and then I had a Surprise Retirement Party for my hubby this past weekend...so I have neglected things here. But it's now time to get back to business!

Back to the Summer Gathering..we had a blast! Unfortunately, I didn't get many pictures once things got underway, but I'll be changing the slide show in the left sidebar..there are some great pictures of our decorations and the few pics, like 2 or 3, I took once things got off the ground.

The weather held off for us...and actually got quite nice! We gave away lots of goodies and gift certificates! Like the Lt. Moses Rooster Lamp to Deb & Dan Majchrzak, who sunk a hole in one at the Putting Game! That's the lovely couple in the picture!

And, in spite of having to have the power turned off TWICE! What are the chances of that!! A transformer just up the road blew and they had to fix it...but the Consumers Energy guys were so sweet and worked quickly so it wouldn't be off long each time...it just added some fun to our event....hehehe.

I have to say, we could never have pulled off this event without our neighbors, Rent Rite! They allowed us to use ANYTHING they had for rent for this party! Now how great a company is that! For anyone who hasn't been inside their store...you would be amazed at all the party gear they have to rent! Check them out next time you come to the store...they are a great group of people!

Look for my next post...about a very loving husband...and the lengths he won't go to for his sweet wife...and no, I'm not talking about my own husband. :)

The Event WILL Go On ~ Rain OR Shine!!!

The weatherman is throwing us a curve...he's saying it might rain on Friday...now WHEN have you ever heard it rains on the FIRST DAY OF SUMMER! ;) (For those of you that are scratching your heads saying, "May 30th is not the first day of Summer?" go down a couple of posts and you'll understand what I'm talking about.)

Well, I am taking a break from the preparations just long enough to let you know...the weatherman has a 50/50 chance of getting it right...and you all know what I talking about there...this IS Michigan you know!

While I have put my order in for a SUNNY & WARM day, we're just letting you know we are prepared for anything, just in case the he gets it right! ;)

A little rain can't get us down...because we have dusted off our party shoes and there's no stopping us now!

We'll see you Friday night! You're going to LOVE what we have planned for you! :)
Stacy, Joe & the crew

Closed for Memorial Day!

Hope you are enjoying your weekend!

The Spirea is in full bloom around the store...we planted our flowers at the store on Saturday...it's finally begining to feel like Summer!

The weather turned out MUCH better than expected -- so enjoy your cookouts while I'm busy with preparations for the BIG EVENT! :)

See you on Friday afternoon!! :))

Stacy

AT HOME with Summer Gathering!

We don't care what the calendar says...Summer starts on Friday, May 30th!!

This event is going to be HUGE!! It's sort of our way of saying THANK YOU to YOU our customer. Joe will be at the grill, we'll be sampling lots of new gourmet food items that have just arrived. Wear your flip flops and get 10% OFF all gourmet food items!

We're partnering with our neighbor, Rent Rite. They have been kind enough to allow us to use lots of great items they offer for party rental...AND we'll be showcasing some unique outdoor decorating ideas...I know Rent Rite has even more stuff up their sleeve!

It should be a fun night! We plan on kicking off the Summer in a grand way! Some great new product lines will be unveiled. Prizes and surprises all night long...you haven't truly partied until you've partied with us!

Stop on out Friday night, May 30th from 4-8 p.m.
See you there!
Stacy

I'm So Excited I Could Burst!!!

I just had to share this...it was supposed to be a surprise...to be unveiled at our BIG Event on May 30th...(more details on the event will be coming in the next day or so.) But I can't keep this under wraps!!

We have ME! Bath! coming in! Me! Bath! you say...what's that! Well, see those ice cream cones on the Oprah cover? They are actually bath bombs!! They call them Bath Ice Cream!! How cool are those?!? And we're going to have them!

Because they are based in LA, they are favorites of lots of celeb's...and we are going to have them right here in little 'ol Saginaw! Wait until you see them in person!!

We all need to pamper ourselves more...and what a great and fun way to do it!! They'll be unveiled at the BIG EVENT!! Stay tuned for that!

Have a wonderful day! And as Me! Bath! says..."We all need to take more time for ME!"

I'm all for that!
Stacy

Happy Mother's Day!

Hey All!

Look at what's arrived!!! Just in time for Mother's Day! How fun are these! And check out the great Metal Flowers!! Now these are flowers
that will last a lifetime! Give your Mom a gift that will last for years to come!

It's going to be a beautiful day today...a great day to finish up your shopping! Remember, we are closed tomorrow...enjoy your Mother's Day!

Mark your calendar...May 30th!! Details on our Big Event...coming shortly!!!

Have a wonderful weekend!
Stacy

How About A Ginormous Yard Sale!?

Who out there doesn't have home decor items they need to get rid of?

For years so many people would comment that they wished I had a consignment area for them to get rid of things they didn't want anymore. So that started me thinking....how about having a Ginormous Yard Sale? We have the yard, on a busy street...and people flock to group yard sales! We'll do some advertising...and the people will come!

We are taking names of people interested in taking part in this event...we are thinking it will be the end of July...if you think you might be interested in taking part, call the store (989-793-2583) and leave your name...we are just gauging interest at this point.

Here's the deal...we don't want anything but home decor items...no appliances, no clothes, no tools...JUST HOME DECOR. You will be responsible for your own space, we are just offering the venue to sell your wares.

This could be a great place to find something you might need for your own home, help furnish your child's apartment at college, even something for those just starting out! The possibilities are endless! So if you think you might be interested...give us a call!

Have a wonderful day!
Stacy

Mother's Day is this Sunday!

I hope you have great plans to celebrate this 100th Anniversary of the day set aside for all the wonderful mom's out there!

For those of you who still have shopping to do, we have in stock wonderful pictures and frames with wonderful heartfelt sayings for mom and about families -- that will show mom just how much you care. Wonderful watches and purses from TOKYObay. And don't forget...a gift certificate, for those hard to buy for mom's...who doesn't love a gift certificate!

I just had to take a picture of these wonderful yellow tulips that are looking so sunny and beautiful in my front flowerbed at home...tulips just don't last long enough for me! I hope you have a wonderful week...and an especially lovely Mother's Day on Sunday! I'll be enjoying the day with my Mom! :)

Best wishes,

Stacy

Well...Vacation is Over...

Hey All!

I'm back...we had a wonderful time in Florida and the girls held down the fort wonderfully while I was away!! I've only downloaded a few pics from the trip so I'll post a few of those until I get the rest downloaded from my camera. Though, you won't find any of me on the beach...I wonder why? hehehe

The darling girl is my niece/goddaughter, Karli in her Easter dress. Mom and I got to spend a few days alone with her before THE PARENTS came and spoiled everything. She turned 3 in January and we love her to pieces-- and don't get to see her nearly enough!

I also posted a pic of her with her parents...my little brother, Jeff ( I say that tongue in cheek as he's 6'3") and his wife Karen, they live outside of Atlanta and are our halfway stop on our way down to Bonita Springs...I have to be nice to them because they give me free room and board when I head down to the Atlanta Market. Gotta love that!! We all had a great time...but it's never long enough.

I hope you all got the chance to escape the harsh winter we had this year...WOWWIE! It was a doosey!! But I think we can say it's over? Maybe I'll just whisper that last sentiment...you never know...we ARE in Michigan!

Toodles, Stacy

Who Gobbled Up All The Prim Tapers??

The girls tell me we have sold out of the battery operated grubby prim tapers we got in just before I left on vacation! Wowwie!! I had forgotten to get a picture of them before I left town, so I don't have one to post here -- dang it! For those of you who are wanting them...we'll be getting them back in stock very shortly!!

I'll be back in a couple of weeks! And yes, the weather is beautiful!!! ;)
Stacy

GREAT Easter Basket Fillers!!!

Easter is a week away!! It's hard to believe!! We have some WONDERFUL Easter basket fillers -- that aren't candy!!

From the bead kits, cute tins of lip balm, the great notebooks, sock change purses, wallets...in great bright colors!!!


These great butterflies that can be attached to their Easter basket and then hung in their bedroom, either from the ceiling or on the wall...how great is that!!

Don't forget the great box games too!!! The Slumber Party game even has bunny slippers on the lid!!! All these are great ideas that pop with color and will jump right out of their Easter baskets!!! Stop in between now and next Saturday -- and remember your purchase qualifies you to hunt up an egg and win a percent off or a prize valued from $5.00 to $295.00!!!! Yes, I said $295.00!!!!!

Have a great weekend!!! Stacy

Great New Stuff Arriving Daily!

Hey Gang!

Here are some pictures of some great pictures that have come in recently! We have already sold one, enjoy Amy! ;) that depicted a yummy sundae, so I don't have a pic of that one...sorry!

These are canvas wraps
in wonderfully bright colors!

We also received another order of great Toft Pictures!! Grand Day Out is back in stock! Another new Gallery Wrap Giclee we've never had before is...'Ernest Doris & Stripes'...shown below!

You're going to LOVE these!!!! Enjoy!! Stacy

Call Me Crazy!!

I sat here this evening and I decided I wanted to move some stuff in our Sale Room. Time for some Spring Cleaning!!! So Friday (that would be today!), March 7th & Saturday, March 8th...the Sale Room will be 75% OFF!!! Hurry on in..there's lots of great stuff!
Stacy

Let The Games Begin!!!

They are here! These games are great...and are meant to spark conversations. There are some for the younger girls, ages 8+ -- like Truth or Dare, Camp Bunk & Slumber Party, we did get Slumber Party in the smaller size, which is a great Easter Basket filler...along with the great bead kits we have in.

There is also, Family Dinner for the whole family and then some for the older girls 18+, like Girls Night Out, Girlfriends & Happy Birthday...stop in and check them out soon...they are a great gift idea!

Well...the sun is shining this morning!! Hard to believe snow is on it's way! Have a good one!

Stacy

Johnston Benchworks Sale!

Just a reminder...

our Semi-Annual Johnston Benchworks Sale

starts on Saturday!

40% OFF In-Stock & Special Orders

Sale runs March 1-10th

Don't Miss Out!!

Great Stuff To Tell You About!

Hi All!

I have to share some pics of a couple of items that came in recently! You know the magazines are ALL ABOUT COLOR these days!!! Check out this first pic...wonderfully colorful Colanders!! I don't think I will hide mine away in the cupboard...it just might take on the roll of fruit bowl on my counter top when not being used as intended! No question here...mine will be LIME!!!

And look how great they look with the Sabre Dishes!!!

Next I have to show you these new Diaper Bags!!! I hate to even say they are a diaper bag because I want to carry one as a purse, or carry necessaries when I travel overnight. My dilemma though...lime polka dots or stripes!!! What do you think!!

I think these are going to be hot...whether you are a hip & happenin' mom toting around your bundle of joy and all their necessity's OR a hip and happenin' gal like...oh I don't know...ME!!!! And who knew being a mom could LOOK SO COOL...right here in Saginaw!!! Get Out!!!

Have a great evening!

Stacy