The new expansion is beginning to be filled with an array of new items. I love the little chain purse! The hand made Italian papers are used to wrap Bittersweet Bars, but may also be purchased at the apothecary shop. The seasons will change and the new expansion will be a reflection of a shiny new season. The changing of the season's is always much anticipated and cherished.
It might be necessary to keep one of these cute little velvet bags! The three tiny glass beads, perfect touch.
I'm making keepsake linen hearts. I always look forward to this time of year, simply because I get to make linen hearts. The hearts are a custom design.
Speaking of designs...
I met Katie, (the artist), at the shop last evening and she started her art magic on the chalkboard wall. I can't wait to share her work with you! It looks amazing! She transferred the design onto the wall with an overhead projector and now it's ready to be filled in with paint. Katie suggested the new design be permanent. I took her advise, and I'm happy about that art decision. Some memories were made last night as the curtains were drawn and the lights turned out so that Katie could get a sharp impression on the wall. While she was performing her magic, I answered phone messages and brushed Aggie Cat. I would never imagine walking around in my shop, twilight hour, dark, curtains drawn. Did I tell you the century old home my shop resides in was a funeral home for fifty years? Having just told you that, nothing out of the ordinary has ever happened. I have a different take on ghosts and such. I do believe in a spirit world, but I don't believe if they're here among us, they should be! I'll leave it at that!
This is a busy week! New signage is arriving. The Jill & Jules Show on Thursday and open late on Friday. My dads birthday is on Saturday. In between all that, winter storms, and layers. Lots of layers. I've concluded it's a challenge to be a stylish chic when more than three layers is involved! I've been wearing tights, and tall socks, boots, under layer, middle, top, coat, hat, scarf, gloves. It takes a good five minutes to remove the top layers! All kidding aside, I appreciate winter no matter what. We are suppose to get some snow, and I'm feeling it will be accumulative. As I was laying in bed last night, I had a thought of walking to the shop in the snow. Will need to of course, add more layers, if I decide to hike to the shop!
I'm anxious to read the Parfumerie article that comes out this week in the paper. The new Parfumerie is dear to my soul, and my passion overflows. Thank you Kellie for doing an article about the new Parfumerie. I am much appreciative.
Enjoy caring and sharing winter days.
With all good wishes.
Jill 00
