A Little Revisiting

 
So I thought I would do a little revisiting this morning. Back in 2005 I had a store, some of you who read this blog were visitors of my store. I loved it. It was my 3rd child. It was located in Chandler,AZ and I tried to fill it with some of the cutest and best things I could find. I had the majority of filled with antiques and vintage goods and then there was a small part for paper art supplies/classes. My two favorite things. I never been able to sell just one of those hobbies, I have to have both-call me greedy. I don't mind.

 
Now this was before I knew about blogs, so the pics are just ones I took to scrapbook or for myself-not really blog worthy or artistic photos. I did have some pretty darn cool sh*t, if I must say so myself! My store was located in a small area of the oldest homes in Chandler that were turned into shops by the landlord. The cutest setting, very garden-y and pretty. I had an outdoor patio that housed an antique carriage that was a ton of fun to decorate for Fall with pumpkins and hay bales.

 
As you can see, I have always loved things pink & pretty. Eclectic- a mish mash.

 
I also sold some creations made by local friends in there. This is where I also met Maija , Michelle, Kim, and a few more.

 
I only had this shop for 6 months, I was working 2 other jobs at the same time -Real Estate and a full time Merchandising position with a major toy company. Yes, I am a multi-tasker! I can't help it. It was a bit too much for me, and then some major drama happened and the store just had to go. Too much on me. So I decided I couldn't let this go, I decided then I would just do shows like Art Unraveled and local flea markets. I had no idea at the time of shows or the confidence to travel to shows in other parts of the country.

 
This was part of my paper art supply section. My favorite was the old door hanging on the wall, and then I used hooks to hang stuff off of. I had lots of 7Gypsies products, I have loved their stuff from the beginning!

 
 
 
I miss this store immensely. I think about opening a store sometimes, but I just don't think right now is the right time. I actually have too much fun traveling. And I love to travel. I love being a part of the stores and events that I sell at-Paris Montana, Zinnia's, Urban Barn, and soon to be Sweet Salvage! I think that is enough to keep me busy! Anyways, that was a quick trip down memory lane and an introduction to some of you whom I have met in the past few years who didn't know I had a store. But here's one more secret.....I had a store several years before this one! More on that in another post-still trying to find all those pics! I hope you all have a great and safe Memorial Weekend. I'm hittin' the pool!

Blissfully Yours, Tricia

 

Comments

[Maija Lepore]

I am so proud and happy about your growth and success, Tricia!! I have watched you bloom over these last several years and I am so happy you are my friend!! All the best to you sweet girl!!!
oxox

[myBOOTH96]

Oh, It's darling! It's like a place where your dreams began as you started your "gypsy" journey...or something like that. ;)

I finally got a booth at the BA Antique Mall, check it out: http://www.mybooth96.blogspot.com/

Took most of my paper stuff (not all) off ebay to clear out the older stuff I have...(ebay is costing too much!)

PLUS, it's the little retail store I've been craving to have, but didn't want to be "married" to (ya know, all the stuff that comes with owning a retail store)...this way I pop in a few times a week to restock & leave! Although, I do like hanging out in my booth sometimes...

Chat soon! HUGS! :)

-pamela

[vintage begonia]

The store looked so charming! You always have the best vintage craft items!!
Take Care,
Jackie

[kim]

So soooooo happy to have wandered into your little shop back then, Tricia :) So glad we met. You continuously inspire me. You truly are living out your shabby-sweetest dreams. Owning your own shoppe will come around again .. in it's due time. My dream is still in my heart (for now) .. never letting go... . My best wishes to you on your Pursuit of Pretty! And I hope we'll run into each other again soon. (i have slips 4 u :)!!
XO
kim