Fall has fallen and other happenings!!

And all of a sudden Fall is upon us!! Did the change come overnight??? I swear my neighbor's tree was green one day and totally golden the next. I felt like I had been in a closet for a week or something but I was assured by authorities (the teller at the bank, for one) that Yes, it was an overnight occurrence. Now, the store has looked like fall for awhile, but as so much had sold and new has come in that the look is, well, new, again!! Almost like an overnight change-oh this is getting spooky!!

A tree has grown out of our wall w/ adorable gourd pumpkin baskets sprouting on the branches.

Bitty, pine cone candles

A contemporary take on H'ween-black & white



Love these new signs w/ a great old look!

As one of the winners of Best of Boise (third place "Best Local Store"-behind the Coop & Record Exchange!!) I was invited to attend the Boise Weekly's bash at the Knitting Factory downtown. (Actually, I think anyone could have attended but I'm trying to sound extremely snobbish and exclusive!) My husband dragged me there and I did have a good time after all!!

The Weekly staff greeted us at the door and gave us drink tokens, raffle tickets & cool "exclusive" wristbands. They had a great buffet spread for us and since Rick and I were almost the oldest people there we enjoyed people watching......

...in the dark!

Ah, there is the crowd!

And the stage for live music-yes, that's right, we left before that started!! I wish I'd gotten a few photos of the women's roller derby team. They were promoting heavy and were so friendly andcute...if only I was younger..............................would be fun to go watch them sometime. I heard all the $$ they raise goes to charity. Now that's a sport!

Take care!

Cheri

Girl's Night Out!!

Girls Night Out !!!!!

Friday, September 26th

6-8pm

All girls need to have fun now and then and what is more fun than shopping while eating tasty foods, sipping wine, and enjoying the company of other wonderful, intelligent women like yourself??! Our sentiments exactly so that is what we're going to do. Plus, we'll have a huge gift basket filled with things you actually want that one lucky guest will win!

Hope to see you all there-you deserve it!!

Take care,

Cheri

Bubble, bubble, toil & trouble.................

Here is just a small sampling of products filling up the shop. Some tidbits to coax you in. To lure you. It's not dangerous, we promise. Not a bit dangerous................

A corner of the mad scientist's work table.

Not all witches are evil.........

The one time of the year that spiders are fun!

Nothing spooky here. Just us ghouls. Ah, girls.

Best witches,

Cheri

Best of Boise Campaign

This is the last week for folks in Boise to vote for their favorite Boise based businesses. Everything from your favorite sushi and steak, women's clothing and hair salon, to best appliance store and BEST LOCAL STORE!!! That's what I'm shooting for because this is just a great, great way to get the word out. A small article that showed up in the Statesman about good goods generated so much business and new customers that THIS---well, would thrill me!! And would take some pressure off until people see that gas prices will go back down, and the economy maybe isn't as dire as the media predicts. Then it all self corrects and whoever wins this election in November will get all the credit!! More power to them-all I want is votes for little ole "Best Local Store" and I'll love you more than chocolate!

We hear so often that good goods is "my favorite store". If it's been awhile since you've been in, maybe you need to stop in again to be reminded of the reason you've thought this. Until then, here are a few possibilities:

The entire package?

Humor?

Uncommon gifts?

Cards?

Antiques?

Oh whoops. Wait...how did that get there?

Fun details?

Home decor?

Unique furniture?

If you are so inclined to humor me and vote this week-print off your ballot. If by some miracle I do win--your ballot is your entrance ticket to the party I would throw to thank everyone!!!! In fact, just plain thank you for supporting me the way you do!!

Best,

Cheri

Summertime Blues....

Ahh, summertime. Lazy days. What's a shopkeeper to do to generate excitement and pull people in to shop? It's not like there is a holiday right around the corner so the motivation level to decorate is low-way low. It's like we are waiting for something to happen. But like the lazy summer--good goods promotes taking it easy and slowing down, make our lives more streamlined and simple. You've felt it when you've been in, haven't you? Felt the blood pressure drop a bit, remembered what it's like to meander ?? If your summer has been less than serene, maybe it's time to stop in, see what's new, take a few deep breaths and stroll...slowly!

Porcelain marbles, (breathe in)

New, one of a kind jewelry (let it out)

Neutral palettes are calming (feel your neck relaxing) ,

Delightful objects to live with (what was the rush?)

Life is good.

We've added these snazzy bags with our logo ($2.95. Free, with a $100 purchase) for you to carry your groceries, your lunch, that craft project, workout clothes. etc, etc. Show them off around town. Each time you show up with your bag thereafter, you'll get 5% off your purchase.

Enjoy the rest of the summer, take it easy, be lazy and come shop!!!!

Best,

Cheri

I love getting in new lines............

First off, we've gotten a large shipment of new plants everyone!!! They are big and beautiful, as usual, and I love how they make the shop look. Seems like I had shaky hands while taking this round of photos but this one of the new creeping fig on a rustic trellis was clear and they are adorable. Love them and they aren't finicky plants-just like plenty of bright light, classical music, Ben & Jerrys ice cream and good conversation. Then they'll be happy...........

Look at these great botanicals on canvas that came in just day before yesterday. Love 'em, love 'em. And big: 24" x 32". There are four different choices--this yellow sunflower, pink foxglove, red poppy and purple iris. Definitely one of my new favorites.

Gorgeous, huh?

Now I thought these were cool because I love keys and hooks so the combination of the two was a great idea. Also have some large "keyholes" to hang on the wall that are so unusual and fun.




Some new sets of vintage crocheted pillowcases, ironstone, starfish and an old trophy cup that makes up my favorite corner: all white. I love to mix textures and different shades of one color. Simple on the eyes and brain.

Hope you all are having a great summer but also hope you'll stop in good goods for a mini vacation some afternoon!!

Best-

Cheri

Birthday Fun!!!!!

Alright- my birthday is coming up so it's time for:

Cheri's Birthday Fun !!!

What do I want for my birthday? To see familiar faces coming through the shop!!!!! So, I have "hatched" a plan to encourage all of you!

In honor of "moi" and the two Mama Mallards that hatched a total of sixteen adorable babies in the past 6 weeks behind the shop (seriously!! in the bushes surrounding our back parking lot and with no help from those #@!* males, to boot!!!) we will have eggs on hand containing discount coupons.

Stop in, pick out something delightful for yourself, then crack an egg to find out the deduction you will get on your gift to you!

ahhhhhhhh!

Hope to see bunches of you!!!!

Take Care-

Cheri (the Birthday Girl)