Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Gearing up for the holidays!

Our store is based on a very simple concept....that women who make or sell items, support each other for success.  We have fantastic women with all sorts of unique crafts, creativity, and even manufactured items for sale.  I was talking with one of our customers just last evening, and she said she loves coming in to the store...(well hates it really!)  because there are so many creative things in the store, that she doesn't ever have to go to Walmart again for any of her gifts.  The really great thing about our store is that when you become a customer of the store, it can become your very own custom design center for virtually everything you are looking for in a gift.  If one of the women in the store does not have what you would like on the shelf, they either have it at home, know someone who makes or sells it, or will make it herself exactly how you want it.  Have you EVER had a shopping experience like that?  Most store you shop from will tell you what you see is what you get!  And then you see that same item everywhere, no versatility, creativity, or special quality there.  Our women take pride in their items, and actually enjoy the challenge of creating a unique product....it gives them motivation, and energizes them!  


So, when you are starting to think of those holiday gifts, or home decor,  come to the place that really does care about what you want! 
Please check out our website, stop in our store if you live locally, and make us your own custom design gift store! 


www.ourcozycottage.com  All sales go directly to the woman you order from, no percentage of any sales are taken by the store-EVER!  


Debbie



Monday, October 4, 2010

First week of October

Autumn is my all time favorite season!  I love the changing leaves, the smell of the family fire going, hot chocolate before bed and the anticipation of all the crafts that appear for sale!  Every year I try to attend a few craft shows to get some unique gifts for my shopping list!  This year I have an added bonus of being able to browse my very own store and see what my friends are making and selling and purchase directly from them.  When I purchase something so personally crafted, not only do I feel good inside when I buy it, but I remember who I bought it from, and I know that if I have the opportunity to need another similar item, I know exactly where to go to find it.  Another great thing is that I can usually have an item custom made for my needs!  That is one of the things I like best about having such a unique store.  I hope all of my vendors can feel the same way.  I hope all of my vendors turn to each other because they want to, not because I force them too.  We have some fantastic hand crafted items and some quality direct sales products in our store. 

As the gorgeous Autumn season progresses into the magical holiday season, please remember to stop by our store for all your holiday gift giving ideas.  If you do not see something in the store that you were wanting, or you see something but in the wrong colors, or design, please ask our hostess to assist you in reaching out to that vendor....because I know they will do whatever it takes to make or find the item you are wanting as that perfect gift!  I know this because I have asked my vendors to make personal items for me....and they love being asked that question....and they love being able to create that one of a kind item for you! 

Some of the newest items that I saw in the store are these adorable individually decorated "treasure" boxes or purses if you like.  I have my eye on a few as special gifts for my grandchildren...so Kerrie (Mystical Enchantments) if you are reading this, I have some orders I would like to place with you! 
We also have fantastic smelling candles, every time I light one in the store, I always receive complements on how great the store smells!  They really set the mood for the season!  There are so many great items in the store!  I encourage all of my ladies to post specials, or favorite items they are selling this year, and add pictures!

Please stop by the store, or check out our website, or facebook page to visit with my friends!