Several years ago when I was pondering the idea of opening a shop, I found a great book called "A Shop Of One's Own" published by Victoria Magazine.  I used to read that book from cover to cover (still do) and look at the dreamy photo's that were so inspiring. This book was my "mentor" in print!  Recently, I had a local photographer, Kim Mallory, visit the store and she graciously took a few pictures for me.  I am thrilled with this particular photograph because in my eyes, it could be found on one of the pages of my treasured book !

I don't know about you, but time is just flying by. Whatever happened to January?  For me, it was a whirlwind of a month! I had to be super organized as I had to attend several seminars and plan my Spring buying trip to Toronto. Now that I have shopped myself out (so to speak) I have returned home feeling inspired and excited about the many amazing things I have purchased for the shop.  I am so excited for SPRING which is just around the corner.

Spent a relaxing Saturday evening with my daughter at the movies!  I don't go to the movies very often so it always a treat.  We saw the movie at our new (huge) theater complex which has a somewhat "space techno" look to it, all very modern and slick. Big improvement on the seating arrangement~big reclining seats with individual cup holders and designed in such a way that no one (no matter how tall) can block your view. I find the sound almost deafening though and might consider a pair of ear plugs the next time I go (I hate to admit it). Thank goodness we actually liked the movie because the cost was totally ridiculous. By the time we bought our tickets and the usual popcorn, pop, and candy treat, I had spent $57!  We won't be able to afford this very often, it will be movie rentals and homemade popcorn at home. 

It's that time of year again ~ we're having a FANTASTIC Hat Sale!  Some amazing styles still available from casual to dressy.  Sale ends Sat. Jan. 22nd.  30% off casual, caps, & tams        40% off beautiful dressy felt hats !!

It may sound a wee bit silly but I searched (and searched) for the perfect planner!

Trying to keep myself organized was a nice idea......

Then I came across THE ONE I had been looking for.  The design allows me to view the whole month with enough space to write notes ~ mostly reminders of the millions of things I need to do, ideas that cross my mind.

There is even pockets on the inside jacket to tuck those important little notes!

Dear 2011~ If you would be so kind, we would appreciate a year filled with happiness, health, and lots of laughter! I don't think it's too much to ask, so please do your very best.