Don't Cry for ME Argentina!

I'm off to Argentina! No, don't cry for me.  A girl's trip at that, so I look forward to reporting.  I love to travel and I love to come home too, as it renews my soul and my love for my family.  I'll be back soon, Nan

Fishing

I have been fishing a lot lately- Literally and Figuratively.  I have learned that with my business, if you don't "fish" then you are certainly not going to catch anything.  What do I mean by this?  I have been"casting"my lines, in lots of different "waters".  It might be a pitch for an event in my store, and if one of these "bites", then you will be biting something GOOD. It might be taking on a new role like being in charge of PWAF Bird Dog Bash, which promises to be amazing for sure.  It might be spending an entire afternoon with a travel writer, which I did last week, as you might have seen me in your store.  Basically, if you don't cast, then you can't catch!  If you don't like what you "catch" then you can throw it back in, and start over.  I really love fishing and I look forward to doing a lot of it this coming weekend.  This time literally. Have a great week, Nan

I'm looking forward to a lot of fishing this summer...

Happy Monday and I hope y'all had a Happy Momday yesterday! I did, as I did absolutely nothing, except for what I wanted to do. A nap was involved. This week and next will be busy at the store, as we wind down the school year.  We sell lots of gift certificates for teachers this time of year, which they love by the way.  Also, personally it is busy on the home front, with the boy's end of the year school activities, baseball play-offs, and getting ready for camp.  Usually Summer at the Firefly slows down a clip, which is nice... It is a time of reflection, planning, and tackling projects that we don't have time for the rest of the year.  I am really excited about what is in the "works" currently.  I have made two great additions to Firefly in the last couple of weeks. One that you will visibly see is Mary Cameron.  She is a recent grad, in jewelry design from SCAD.  I knew the minute I saw a bracelet that she had made- a BACON cuff, that we were a good fit.  It was confirmed Sunday morning, when I went to retrieve my local eggs from the fridge at Firefly, and she had "DONE" the window, that I beamed with delight!  The second addition, is a behind the scenes GUY, that I am equally loving.  He is bridging all of my social media together and setting up a newsletter, that I hope y'all will ALL join as soon as it is ready!  Spring at Firefly was great for us, so I hope SUMMER will be more of the same, and I thank you, the customer, for coming in time and time again.  Have a great week, Nan

Friday at Firefly

Darling stationary that has been added to our website, under Southern Sampler.

Hello Everybody!  I hope everyone is feeling a little Spring in their step.  I know I am, as we have been wearing out our Front Porch with neighbors, children running rampant, and late night conversations. Our windows are flung open in the evenings and our cat, Radley loves hopping in and out, and making lots of "biscuits" in our bed.  Purrfect.  The store has had a great turn out in the trunk show(TWO MORE DAYS), especially in the little girl's clothing, as it really is super sweet. OUR jewelry SALE is going well too!  As promised, we are adding to it everyday, so stop by often.  Go HERE to see extensive photographs of THE Thomasville Wedding that is currently featured in Garden and Gun, and the OFFICIAL  stamp for my "styling" business, whether it be a dinner party, your house, store, WEDDING, birthday party! I am eager to design and execute all the details.   We have lots of fun projects in the works, that I can't wait to share with you.  WAHOO! Have a great weekend, Nan

TWO EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS!

I think this skirt is so practical and can translate from work to fun!

Since we have the Kayce Hughes/ Pears &Bears Clothing here, we might as well start SELLING! So please come on in and we will be glad to help you.  Here are a few of my favorite pieces.  This special Event ends Saturday.  I will order on Monday, and probably will have all the clothes ready for pick up on Wednesday or Thursday.

I love the detail in the girl's clothing, old fashion and sweet.  You will not find any BLING HERE!

These Bubble Suits will just make your heart swoon.

ALRIGHT HERE IS THE SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT...

We are having a JEWELRY SALE.  We have a WHOLE CASE that is 50% off!  We have more jewelry than room in the case.  What does this mean?  You should CHECK it out ALMOST  daily, as we will be adding to it.  Seriously.  If you remember my last jewelry sale, many blue moons ago, then you know this is CRAZY GOOD NEWS! All SALES FINAL.  If we have TIME, unlike other SALE items, we will offer free wrapping. You will probably have to come back though, because we will not  stop "selling" to start "wrapping". This is a GREAT opportunity to shop for Graduation, Mother's Day,  Birthday's, etc...

KAYCE HUGHES/ PEARS+ BEARS SPRING 2012 TRUNK SHOW!

Ruffle blouse $74., Anchor skirt $96.

Green Dress $142.

Sophie Dress $62.00

John- John $50.

Knit Anchor Dress $40.

I like clothes, but I don't love clothes. They are tricky and I loathe trying them on. As a buyer, you also have to buy 6 months out...It is not my gig, as I love too many other things like antiques, jewelry, home accessories, and  children's items.   Well, I think I found the perfect Clothing Line for FIREFLY and I am so excited about it! It is easy, great-looking, and affordable.  The samples will arrive on the week of  April 23rd and leave a few days later, with  two hundred classic pieces for girl's, boy's, and women to choose from.  I think the price point is great and we will get the orders almost instantly, a couple of days! How easy is that? I think I have found the perfect fit for Firefly.  Please stop by and I think you will agree, Nan

KAYCE HUGHES/PEARS+BEARS 

SPRING 2012 TRUNK SHOW

Starting Thursday, April 26th 10am-5:30pm

Friday, April 27th 10am-5:30pm

Saturday, April 28th 10am- 5:30pm

Girl's sizes newborn to 14, Boys newborn to 8, and Women's 0-14.

What a weekend...

close up of blown out eggs and custom decals, and napkins.

My Dining Table, Easter 2012

I hope y'all had a festive, fun weekend!  I'm tired, as we have been crazy busy in all arenas...  However, that is the way I like it, as it is all GOOD.  Best, Nan