Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Starting on a new journey.

Hello everyone!
It feels good to be here.
Seems like forever since I've blogged about something other than my health issues.
Having all this time off to think about things, I came to a decision.
I've missed my shop so much, I decided to start again....on a much smaller scale.
My friend that got me started years ago, has a huge store with booths that you can rent. You set up your space like a little shop...and even have your name over the entrance.  It's like little shops all in one big place!
Sandy has each space enclosed, with little windows and doorways....it looks like a village!! with fences and walkways!
So I will have a mini-shop.
My collection of vintage linens will be used for pillows, curtains, and chair pads.  I'm ordering lavender soaps, dried buds, and dried bunches.  Seashells will be incorporated throughout. Anything cottage, vintage, beachy, French, and farmhouse will be available.  I will also have retail items. This gives me a good excuse to frequent the antique market with my sweet sis, Laurie, from Heaven's Walk.
I hope to pick up a few things while on Sanibel Island, and maybe treasures from the flea markets in Florida.
May 1st will be the start date.
Seashells and Lavender will be the name.
I am so excited to get things together!
I will still be working at the pharmacy, which will help with finances concerning merchandise. After things get going, the store will support itself.
If you have any suggestions, or suppliers, would you let me know? I appreciate any help I can get.
So good to be back!!!
Thank you for all the encouraging words, prayers, cards, and gifts.Blogland is a special place.
I love you guys!
Debbie

38 comments:

  1. What fun...where is the shop?
    It sounds like a wonderful concept for multiple dealers.
    Have fun getting it going!

    Jan

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  2. Seashells and Lavender...Oh my gosh, I love it!!! That is so exciting and I'm sure you'll do wonderfully:)

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  3. Hi Debbie,
    SO good to have you back! And I am super excited for you and your shop, I even have goose bumps as I write this, how funny is that?! I love the name of your shop, I want to come up there and visit! You will be a huge hit, I just know it! I didn't realize that you'd had a shop before. Wow, I bet the wheels are just spinning in your mind right now! I will see what ideas I can come up with for ideas and suppliers. I can think of a few things already, I'll let you know!!! And you can collect a TON of shells on Sanibel, that you can add to your shop. So take some big suitcases with you! Sending you love and hugs:)

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  4. Was just praying for you this morning and am so glad you are going to get back into something you LOVE, your shop. You'll have to share some pictures once you get everything set up! You and Laurie will have a great time antiquing...I just love Laurie, she is such a sweetie!!!
    Blessings Debbie,
    Cindy

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  5. Hi Debbie!! So good to hear you getting excited about a new adventure! I'd love to paint for you and your shop, love to!!
    I can't get my email to work when I click on your email link (an issue with my computer) so if you can email me at paulasmall@comcast.net I will get right back to you:)
    xo!

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  6. Good for you Deb! Wish I lived closer so I could shop your store, it sounds like it will be just breath taking♥
    Thanks so much for your comment about my sister, so appreciate it!

    Rondell

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  7. Debbie, I am so happy for you! Sounds like it will be fun. Was so glad to see your post on my blog...put a smile on my face to know you that your feeling better!

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  8. Sounds exciting Debbie! Wishing you the best of luck with this fun adventure:@)

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  9. Whoa! Someone's got a lot of cool ideas! SO good to see you back and full of enthusiasm. I'm so happy for you and it sounds just wonderful. I want to know where and if I can't come there we need pictures!!! I love lavender and beachy stuff! Nice to hear from you today!
    Faye

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  10. Debbie,
    I was just thinking about you today more than usual....I'm so glad you're feeling better!!! What an exciting adventure!! Good luck and post lots of pics!!!

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  11. Hi Debbie~ How exciting!!! This sounds like such a fantastic place for you and the name Seashells and Lavender~ Perfect!!! I am so happy you are feeling better and can't wait to hear all about your trip with Laurie- she is such an incredible sweetheart! Hugs, Courtney

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  12. Hi Debbie,
    I'm so excited for you. This is wonderful news and means that you are feeling better.

    I can't wait to see your new shop.

    hugs and best wishes,
    Sissie

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  13. Wonderful! Sounds like great fun and a new start for you.I also really like your new header on your blog.Will you be excepting venders to help you fill your store?I'm a vender of small fabric collage wall hangings that use lace,ribbons,buttons and old vintage jewelery.If you would like to know more just e-mail me @knuckled54@yahoo.com

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  14. Oh Debbie-I'm so glad you're feeling a little better and can get excited about things again-that's a good sign!!! Your space sounds super fun-I'll keep an eye posted for ideas to send your way. Wish I could visit your space and that shop!

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  15. Let the fun begin!! I am sooo glad you are opening a shop again! You have such great taste, and design flair!! You'll be a blessing to many!!

    I'll be praying for all the details!! You're gonna share pics with us, right?? :o)

    So, you're coming to my sunny Florida? If you happen to get over to Mt. Dora to go to Renningers, let me know! I'd love to meet and flea with ya for a little bit!!

    You can email me at junktojoyshop@yahoo.com
    Love and hugs,
    Becky

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  16. Debbie, I could not be more pleased to read this..I am so glad that you are blogging and doing what you love, that makes me soooo happy:) I am slightly upset that you are taunting me with that awesome shade(is it for sale????), a lovely basket it'd make!LOL!!! Anyhow, I just so happened to see your post, nothing is ever coincidence though...and I am happy to see your lovely face!

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  17. Oh Debbie I am so happy for you ~ a new venture, how exciting! I love the name too!! Have fun on your trip and happy hunting!!

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  18. I am so happy for you Debbie!! It is going to be lovely with everything that you described and the name couldn't be any more perfect! I am so happy that you are feeling better and so excited to go junking with you this summer!! :)

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  19. Your mini store sounds lovely and delightful. I am sure it will be a success and that you will find much happiness amongst all the prettiness. Glad you are feeling better. Many prayers.

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  20. Welcome back Debbie! You shop sounds wonderful! Where is it located?

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  21. What fun and I love the beachy name!

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  22. Wow! This is great news. Sounds like a fun new venture. Cottage, vintage and beachy... it doesn't get any better than that! Not only do you get to have fun decorating and making displays, you get to shop, shop, shop!

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  23. I'm doin' the Happy Dance for ya, sis!! ♥ I KNOW that your store was always where your heart was, and I'm so glad that you're getting back into it. You're GOOD at it and I know that you'll do so very well!

    Does this mean that I'll have to wear my running shoes to the flea market, so that you won't beat me to the cool treasures when we both see them at the same time....????

    Love and hugs and smooches!!!

    xoxo laurie

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  24. What wonderful news!! I would love to come visit your shop. I used to have a shop in a little tourist town that was know for it's antique shops...and I miss it sometimes. Wish we had a place around here with booths for rent.
    You must take lots of pictures for us to see your little shop when you get your booth all set up.
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  25. Super! We all need something new from time to time, to bring back joy in life we may have lost due to health or other reasons. Wishing you much fun and success in your new adventures!

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  26. Your little shop sounds wonderful but how you'll do all this and work too is beyond me. We have a flea market nearby that has little stalls like you describe in it. I visited there but they really didn't have much that I thought was good. I love the name you've given your place. Shopping and working with what you love is just a great idea!

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  27. I M SO HAPPY TO FINALY HEAR FROM YOU DEAR I HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR YOU ,I HAVE BEEN IN YOUR SHOES NEVER NEVER STOP TELLING US ABOUT YOUR HEALT I CARE I CARE.THE LORD IS GOOD HE WILL HEAL YOU YOUR LITTLE SHOP WILL BE GOOD FOR YOU.WE ALL NEED SOMETHING NEW,SOMETIMES TO HAVE JOY AT OUR HEART...SO GLAD TO HEAR FROM YOU......BLESSINGS TOU YOUMY DEAR FRIEND DEBBIE

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  28. How fun to be starting a new mini store. It sounds like your plans are in place- now you just got to start sewing and finding pretties! So glad you are better and I hope you sell lots of lavender and seashells!
    Rhonda

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  29. Debbie- I am SO excited for you. That is one of the options my dd and I are looking at too...a mini-store within a store. I will email you with some suppliers that I know about. Good luck to you...it is like you have a new lease on life~ God is good....very, very good! And, enjoy yourself at Sanibel...you will have so much fun with you crazy (did I say that) friend! Rest, relax, enjoy! SOOOO wonderful to see you back posting! LOVE TO YOU-Diana

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  30. So excited for you Debbie! I wish you the very best, and I love the name. Can't wait to see the pillows!
    hugs,
    gail

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  31. Seashells and Lavender! What a perfect name!!! So so glad to see your smiling profile picture pop up on my comments page! You really are feeling better to be planning all this! Praise God!! Oh enjoy this period - you deserve to after what you just went through!
    Many blessings for your shop!
    Ann

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  32. Well it is wonderful to have you back Debbie. Enjoy your journey back into blogging and having some fun for yourself. XO

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  33. Well that sure sounds like fun! Good luck on your new venture!

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  34. I'm glad to hear you are doing well...Thank God! Good luck on your new endeavor!

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  35. Glad to see you back! Good luck on your new business venture. That sounds like a great place to visit and shop.

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  36. So glad you're back! Last I commented was when I read that you were too dizzy to blog because of your health. Now...we've been in New Zealand for two months (enjoying the glorious summer weather) and I just decided to catch up with you. Glad you're home and hopefully feeling better. And happy that you'll get your shop again. Good luck!

    xox
    Nancy

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  37. HI DEAR HOW ARE YOU?A NEW ADVENTURE FOR YOU SEA SHELLS,IT IS WONDERFUL,IS ALWAY'S GOOD TO START SOMETHING NEW,I ALWAY'S THINK OF YOU AND I ASK GOD TO HEAL YOU WITH MY PRAYERS.I KNOW IS NOT EASY NOT HAVING OUR HEALT ,YOU WILL MY DEAR WHEN I WAS IN YOUR SHOES,I ALWAY'S PUSH MY SELF TO CREATE SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL.I HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU ,DEBBIE..I CARE.A BIG HUG AND BLESSINGS ..HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY

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  38. So happy for you as you embark on this great adventure! Blessings on you and on Seashells and Lavender.
    Kim:)

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