Lisa and I have been busy these past couple of weeks getting everything ready to go into the shop downtown.  It is pretty exciting, but a bit scary at the same time!

We have been getting all the final products done up - and trying to price everything, and figure out a way of keeping track of inventory - all that fun stuff that is WAY over my head!  Luckily, Lisa and I each have our strengths that we bring into the business.  I can do the internet work, and she can take care of the numbers and books....all of the things that are just way too complicated for me.

It is good to have a business partner that compliments you.  (I don't mean one that is always telling you how great you are....those kind of compliments - although, come to think of it, it would be nice wouldn't it?)  I mean who has strengths in other areas from what you do.  That way, you aren't having to learn everything yourself.

For those who don't already know - we are moving into what was the Dollar Store downtown in Minnedosa, where we are located.  The Dollar Store will still be in the upper half of the building, but the main street section is going to be made into a little gift shop area - and we are hoping to achieve a "country market" kind of feel.

We have even named it the "Country Corner Shoppe" - and it is going to have all unique items, many which are handmade by local crafters.  There will other gift items too - basically, a smorgasboard of great, unique and fun gift items that you won't find anywhere else.

I think it is going to be wonderful for some of us smaller businesses that are operating out of our homes to have a place to network and showcase our products.  I am really looking forward to it - not only for all the reasons I have mentioned, but also so that I can have some space in my basement back!

Keep your eyes open here - I will let you know once we are in.  And, I will hopefully get some pictures to put up of our little shop too!

Marie

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