YIPPEE!!!!!!!

so most you know that three weeks ago we were lucky enough to expand our shop and open the "out" side of digs inside & out.  We now have a whole new 800 sq. ft. of outdoor furniture, outdoor accessory, outdoor fabric, pots and plants to share with everyone...and if that wasn't good enough...today we were approved for a grant from the portland development commission's storefront improvement project to put in windows across the front of our new space (alberta street side) and to put a glass roll-up door on the 19th ave side, new awnings and new signage for our entire building.  HOLY CRAP!   my head is spinning!  the changes will be so impactful to our business as well as to the face of alberta street.  three cheers for the PDC!  hip hip, hooray!  stay tuned for ongoing photo documentation..........

WHAT A BLACK FRIDAY!!!!

WHEW! Yesterday was a CRAZY day at the shop! I was totally blown away by all the 'local' shoppers who were not going anywhere near a big bog store! I cant thank everyone enough for making yesterday a truly remarkable day for our small shop! We had so much fun - champagne, hot cider and yummy treats for everyone - everyone was in such a good mood and the weather was SPECTACULAR! YIPPEE!!!!!!!

The true ROCK STARS of the day, however, was Betsy and the staff at Betsy and Iya at 24th & NW Thurman, who really put their all into organizing the "LITTLE BOXES" local shopping event, which was truly the hit of the day! We had so many shoppers come in with their receipts from other stores and their neighborhood shopping maps - it was a true success! So MANY MANY thanks to Betsy and Iya for organizing the whole thing - a truly remarkable feat! Perhaps they will take it on again next year????? Hint, hint!!!!!

And then, in the evening we had Tannenbaum Madness on Alberta Street - all the shops were open late and it was sooo festive! 30 stores had their trees lit and a good time was had by all! Thanks so much to Sara at Alberta Main Street for all the work on that project!

Allrighty the, it is on to Small Business Saturday! Thanks American Express!!!!!

Have a great weekend - and here's to the holidays! CHEERS!!!!!!

GOBBLE GOBBLE!!!!

HAPPY TURKEY DAY TO YOU AND YOURS! ....AND HERE'S A TOAST TO ALL OF US SMALL SHOP OWNERS TO A GREAT DAY TOMORROW AND THROUGH THE HOLIDAY SHOPPING SEASON!

PLEASE SHOP SMALL - SHOP LOCAL!!!! IT MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE...........

Art Hop on Alberta Street

It's going to be a great day on Alberta Street - come on down and spend the day. As always, an espresso is on us! For more information go to www.artonalberta.org

Fermob bench in Elle Decor!

I know I have had this picture from my shop on my blog before, but imagine my surprise when it showed up on page 76 of the May 2009 Elle Decor as one of the "10 Most Gorgeous Garden Benches". YIPPEE!!!!! It really is lovely and we have it priced at $600 - but if you have one of the "Alberta Street Stimulus Package" Coupons, you could have it for 20% off...... You gotta love a good promotion! Spend 25$ at one of the participating shops and get a coupon for 20% off your total purchase at another participating shops on your next visit! Through June 1st!

LOVE IT! Speaking of promotions.....check this out....and yes indeedee you CAN combine all our promotions!

This is more of a close up of the bag with purchase (by Ann Millie) - recycled, recyclable and super cool!