Wow! I can't believe we're finally open! As promised, I took lots of photos. We didn't get everything completely finished, and I still have tons of inventory to add, but we got as much in place for opening weekend as we could. The opening went really well, and I'm excited to keep working on it all. Eventually, I hope to open a stand alone retail store, but for now this is what we're going with. There are a ton of photos, so I'll try and "talk" as little as possible and just show you the photos. (you might want to grab a glass of iced tea, and have a few moments to relax)
Stickles, Glimmer Mist, Liquid Pearls, Coccoina, wood mounted stamps, matte medium,..and gorgeous inks. The stamps you see that are not currently on the website will be there soon. (same with new Stickles, Liquid Pearls, and all those fantastic inks)
LOVE all of the new letterpress I'm carrying. I may be adding some of that to the website as well.
Unmounted rubber stamps.
(Yep, all of the fabulous paper tapes will be on the website soon as well.)
Vintage wallpaper sold by the yard. (by the way, my husband cut and rolled all of this wallpaper for me, can you believe that? )
Pretty paper straws and a help yourself cupcake topper section.
Yes, those are egg cartons. I have 4 styles, and they're the absolutely perfect size for miniature cupcakes. The blank cartons allow you to customize your labels for parties or gifts. They're also fun for filling with trinkets and such. If you've been reading here a while you may remember I did a spring/Easter kit in the vintage egg cartons some time ago. I was happy to find that they had been reproduced! I'll have them on the website soon.
I had to have a football cupcake kit as this is UT country, and it's huge here..(also why I have orange paper straws..)
There are three new prize ribbon designs, but I think this little darling is my favorite.
This is something I was really excited about. I wanted the shop to have a little space where a customer could sit and try out items that they have never used before. I have samples set up of the Glimmer Mists, Stickles, unmounted stamps, etc. I had also hoped to do make and takes at some point, but my shop is pretty tiny, so I may just stick to doing individual demos and let customers sample what they would like.
This is the side entrance.
My little cash and wrap center plus and extra chair for the sample table. My cash counter was a fabulous find from the Hwy 127 sale this year. It's an antique jewelers cabinet and the other side has great little drawers and such. It was filthy, and black when we found it, and it still needs some work on the top, but it was a great find and I really love it.
The front entrance. Don't mind my husband, he was trying to get my cash register working and is scrunched down behind the counter.
I still have lots of things to get up on the walls, including my sign that we're waiting on, and I need lots and lots of samples in the shop. I still have a ton of inventory to add, and two mannequins that are waiting to be made over, but I'm happy with the start.
My family was so very supportive and wonderful through this process. I have to admit, I was getting a tad bit cranky the closer to opening we got. :) My girls both worked hard, and so did my husband helping me get it all ready. Even my Mom and niece pitched in to help some! I feel blessed, indeed.
I hope you enjoyed the little tour, and if you're ever in the area, please stop in to see us! We're open Fri-Sun, 10-5. (those hours may change soon as the facility is thinking of extending the hours a bit)
Tomorrow morning I leave to go help my college student get settled back into her dorm and then hopefully I will start getting new products listed on the website. You might want to check in frequently as I'll be slowly getting things added.
xoxo, Cerri
So Cute! I love it.
Posted by: Rebecca Sherrard | August 15, 2011 at 07:43 PM
Oh gracious Cerri!! It is dreamy and adorable!! I would be in such trouble if there was a store like that here, lol. I can't wait to shop there when I get back to TN. I really, really love the prize ribbon "she listened to her heart above all other voices" - I think I need to check the online shop for that one! So excited for you - this is AWESOME!!! xxoo Heidi
Posted by: Heidi Meyer | August 15, 2011 at 08:01 PM
Oh Cerri, your shop looks gorgeous! Hope I can visit one day from Australia but until thne I'll keep an eye out on your website for all that eye candy to be included!!
Good Luck
Jo
Posted by: Jo in Tas | August 15, 2011 at 08:09 PM
I want to walk in and start shopping. It's a wonderful shop!
Posted by: Joan Morrow | August 15, 2011 at 08:31 PM
Congrats Cerri! What an amazing & beautiful shop! I can't wait for the new goodies on your website. Have a wonderful week!
Becca
Posted by: Rebecca | August 15, 2011 at 08:39 PM
Your shop is so beautiful! I wish we had a shop like this in Georgia. It's so adorable!
Posted by: Tracy Boyle | August 15, 2011 at 08:48 PM
Looks absolutely adorable Cerri! I wish I could come shopping there.
Melis
Posted by: Melissa Phillips | August 15, 2011 at 08:49 PM
OH MY GOODNESS! Your shop is WONDERFUL! I wanna shop there!
Posted by: Sherry Bissell | August 15, 2011 at 10:58 PM
It's amazing Cerri! Where are you located?
Posted by: creativechaos | August 15, 2011 at 11:36 PM
Re: [Little Pink Studio] creativechaos submitted a comment to Want to take a peek?
Thank you so much!
Were in Knoxville, TN at the Turkey Creek Public market.
Posted by: littlepinkstudio | August 15, 2011 at 11:44 PM
Oh, your little shop is fabulous!! Everything is so sweet and pretty!
I love your customer try it space...what a wonderful idea!!
Congratulations and best of luck!
Posted by: debi | August 16, 2011 at 01:11 AM
Hi.....would love some prize ribbons and those stamps!!! Love them!!! Will they be on your website for those of us so far away?
Posted by: Alice | August 16, 2011 at 01:58 AM
I love this shop...everything in it...and now i sit here and cry because it`s sooooooooo far away.♥EVELYN♥
Posted by: Evelyn | August 16, 2011 at 04:25 AM
Gorgeous, I just love the space. Wishing you the best and can't wait to see some of those new goodies on the website!
Posted by: Kris Pare | August 16, 2011 at 06:08 AM
Oh my gosh, Cerri, your little shoppette is so gorgeous and fabulous!!! I'm so happy and excited for you. If I lived closer I would be a regular there for sure. My son is addicted to your coccoina glue and my daughters would LOVE your shop too!
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | August 16, 2011 at 07:24 AM
Love, Love, Love your space. I wish I was in the area because I would love to shop there. Congratulations!
Posted by: Cathy Wegner | August 16, 2011 at 09:08 AM
I love it!!! And I want that....and that...and that...
If only I lived closer! hugs and congratulations!karen...
Posted by: karen | August 16, 2011 at 11:30 AM
It's all SO wonderful dear Cerri. I am wishing you much success. I would love to shop in your sweet little space- so many good things to choose from!
Posted by: lorraine lewis | August 16, 2011 at 12:22 PM
So cute and inviting. Good luck to you.
Posted by: Linda McMillin | August 16, 2011 at 02:01 PM
Congrats on your grand opening Cerri! I'm thrilled for you - much success in your business venture!
xo
jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | August 16, 2011 at 05:34 PM
Congratulations and best wishes!! It's just gorgeous.
Posted by: Musings from Kim K. | August 16, 2011 at 10:10 PM
Oh my goodness girl!!! Awesomeness!!!!!! I may just have to jump in the car right now so I can be there by Friday to shop! LOL I am so proud of you and wish you all the best. It is so cute!!!
Posted by: Cindy (Junque Art) | August 17, 2011 at 03:02 PM
Beautiful displays. I wish I was close by so I could shop in your store!
Posted by: Nancy | August 18, 2011 at 08:50 AM
Cerrie, your little shop is beautiful in person. It is definitely one of the prettiest booths at the market. I was so disappointed that it was not open this morning. If you find nose prints on the window, they just might be mine. Could you post the dates and hours you plan to have your booth open, so I can plan another visit?
Posted by: Cammie | August 19, 2011 at 03:50 PM
Oh why can’t I live CLOSER to you!!?? It looks magical and sweet! I wish you tons of success!(but I bet you want need it)
xoxo,
Brandy
Posted by: Brandywine Designs | August 19, 2011 at 08:14 PM