something new...
I am embarking on a new adventure and it is about time that I share it here.
Writing these words feel so scary because it make this SO REAL!
What is it?
Well, I am opening my own online fabric shop. (Gosh, I have butterflies in my stomach right now!)
When will this happen?
ASAP
I have everything ready to go except for the fabric.
I know, the fabric is a foundational part of the whole thing, but I am so excited that I need to give you a peek NOW!
It's empty, but I think it is so cute! I can say that because I am not the one who designed the super-cool banner and logo. pixelbypixel did. She does great work and she is very patient with people like me who think they know what they want, but in reality they don't. Once I let her decide what I needed, things were fine.
I should be up and running in about 2-3 weeks, and of course I will let you know when that happens.
And I do promise that I won't turn my blog into an ongoing advertisement for my little store, but I will have a sidebar link and I will have occasional posts to keep anyone who is interested updated.
Oh my gosh, writing this makes this thing SO REAL!
I can't wait!
I'm very excited for you, what a super idea!
Posted by: Karyn | May 12, 2008 at 05:08 AM
Best of luck! I'll be sure to visit the store often. :)
Posted by: lightspeedchick | May 12, 2008 at 05:23 AM
Good Luck on your new venture. How exciting!
Posted by: Judy | May 12, 2008 at 05:36 AM
How cool! Good luck with the new adventure.
Posted by: DebD | May 12, 2008 at 05:43 AM
Oh! How fun!! I hope you have good luck with it!! :)
Posted by: Lawanda | May 12, 2008 at 05:49 AM
Is it okay to be a little envious? I can't wait, Randi!
Posted by: Tracy | May 12, 2008 at 06:07 AM
How exciting, Randi!!! I can't wait for it to be up and running!! ...Wishing you the BEST of luck!
Posted by: Sandra~My Inspired Heart | May 12, 2008 at 06:42 AM
I just checked out the fresh squeezed fabrics banner, so cute! I love it. Good luck!
Posted by: Roze | May 12, 2008 at 06:44 AM
What exciting news... Congratulations!
Posted by: julie | May 12, 2008 at 06:58 AM
Congratulations, Randi! This is HUGE!
Will you be designing the fabrics that you sell?
I'm so excited for you!
XO
Posted by: Jill | May 12, 2008 at 07:07 AM
Best of luck! I am always up for new places to buy fabric!
Posted by: stephanie | May 12, 2008 at 07:38 AM
*SQUEALS*
I cannot wait! I am going to be so broke!
Posted by: Mindy | May 12, 2008 at 07:43 AM
Randi~
So excited for you. This is an exciting venture for you. I'll be looking forward to seeing the fabric and possibly buying some for my newfound sewing hobbies.
Posted by: pam | May 12, 2008 at 07:49 AM
This is great Randi! Good luck to you!! I can ALWAYS use more fabric. :)
Posted by: Solidia | May 12, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Oooh, how exciting! Congratulations and Good Luck!!!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | May 12, 2008 at 07:52 AM
How fun! I look forward to seeing it complete!
Posted by: Johanna | May 12, 2008 at 07:55 AM
Congratulations!! I found you through your recipe swap and now I'll stop by for your fabric, too. Whoo-hoo!
Posted by: amber m. | May 12, 2008 at 08:02 AM
Randi,
That's very, VERY fun! I'll bet you'll stock CUTE fabrics, too!
Please oh please get some Fresh as a Daisy by Robert Kaufman! :) And Sandi Henderson fabrics-- those are my favorite!
~Stacy
Posted by: Stacy | May 12, 2008 at 08:11 AM
Oh my goodness! I am so excited for you and I can't hardly wait to see your fabric!! So exciting!
Posted by: Stephanie | May 12, 2008 at 08:22 AM
You are one brave, woman! Congratulations. It is very exciting. Those butterflies must be tired by now.
Posted by: Ellen | May 12, 2008 at 08:28 AM
Wow, Randi, that is so exciting! Congratulations!
Posted by: Heather | May 12, 2008 at 09:04 AM
Congrats. I am excited for you! I can't wait to see the fabric selection.
Posted by: Oiyi | May 12, 2008 at 09:16 AM
hooray! Congratulations!
Posted by: elizabeth of course | May 12, 2008 at 09:16 AM
How exciting! I can't wait to begin shopping!
Posted by: Kathleen | May 12, 2008 at 09:22 AM
Congratulations on your new venture, Randi! The site looks fantastic, and I LOVE the name you've chosen!
I pray God's blessings upon your new business. :-)
Posted by: Renna | May 12, 2008 at 09:36 AM
Oh my goodness--I've been thinking lately that it would be so great to open an online fabric shop. I'm so excited that you are doing it--good luck! Your graphics are adorable and I can't wait to buy fabric from you!
Posted by: Pieces | May 12, 2008 at 09:59 AM
Thank you for the very nice compliment you left on my blog. Oh I can't wait for your fabric shop to open. I love Etsy and fabric. I really like your blog...especially the recipe part.
Posted by: Stephanie | May 12, 2008 at 10:10 AM
This is so exciting! Can't wait for the grand opening!!
Posted by: rohanknitter | May 12, 2008 at 10:23 AM
If you're feeling the fabric-love today, check out Sandi's reveal of her brand new fabric line:
http://portabellopixie.typepad.com/
I think the fabric looks as if it were made to go with your new logo!
Posted by: Heather | May 12, 2008 at 10:48 AM
This is going to be tremendous. You have a great eye and feel for fabric, I know what you have to offer will be great.
Let me know if I can help out in any way.
Posted by: Pam in Colorado | May 12, 2008 at 10:58 AM
Congratulations, Randi--that is so fun!
Posted by: Minnesotamom | May 12, 2008 at 11:04 AM
Very exciting and fun! Are you going to be specializing in any particular style etc.? Your logo and name are fantastic.
Posted by: Alisa | May 12, 2008 at 11:40 AM
Love all the wonderful projects in your sidesbar. Good luck on your new fabric venture.
Posted by: Lisa | May 12, 2008 at 12:03 PM
looks like it is already a success!!!
Posted by: Michelle | May 12, 2008 at 01:00 PM
SPIFFY! Have FUN!
Posted by: Beck | May 12, 2008 at 01:22 PM
Randi
How fun...I will have to go check out your empty, but soon to be filled store. Cute name too!
Kimmie
mama to 6
one homemade and 5 adopted
Posted by: Kimmie | May 12, 2008 at 01:28 PM
I know you'll do well in this new venture.
xo
Posted by: Susie | May 12, 2008 at 01:41 PM
Yes, I'm envious too! So I will for sure buy from your site. I love the selection online fabric shops provide. Love the name and design.
Posted by: Terriaw | May 12, 2008 at 02:28 PM
WOW thats wonderful im so excited to see what you put in there. If you need any testers well e-mail me hahaha
Posted by: Kelsey | May 12, 2008 at 04:14 PM
Congratulations on your new venture - how exciting!!! It would be lovely to be surrounded by fabric and to have a ready supply for all your projects. Good luck.
Posted by: Lisa | May 12, 2008 at 05:15 PM
Congratulations, Randi! That is so exciting!!
Posted by: lera | May 12, 2008 at 07:30 PM
Hooray for you - I can't wait to see what you carry!
Posted by: jessi | May 12, 2008 at 10:15 PM
Tremendously exciting! Congratulations...Wishing you success and happiness all the way! ((HUGS))
Posted by: Tracy | May 13, 2008 at 06:19 AM
Congratulations and good luck !!!
Posted by: Christy | May 13, 2008 at 07:31 AM
Congratulations, Randi! I look forward to it :)
Posted by: beki | May 13, 2008 at 07:54 AM
How exciting!! Good luck with your new store. :)
Posted by: Stacy | May 13, 2008 at 08:30 AM
2 things: first, I love the name and logo of your new venture! God bless you in this. Secondly, I had to come correct a misperception about my mother's day picture: I do not look good in the mornings. I would break the camera lense, in fact. The kids made me to back to bed so they could serve me brunch- we had already been to church, so I was dressed for that. Have a great day. I always enjoy my visits here and plan to come back more often!
Posted by: halfmoon girl | May 13, 2008 at 08:40 AM
You have the best taste in fabric, I'm sure it will be a huge success! Can't wait to see what you've got!
Posted by: Gem | May 13, 2008 at 12:28 PM
Oh Randi I am so excited for you. God has great plans for you.
Posted by: Erin S | May 13, 2008 at 06:22 PM
it's going to be great! how fun!
Posted by: chickadee | May 13, 2008 at 08:22 PM
Praise God, Randi! I want to join the others in saying that I'm excited for you! Many blessings on your new business!
Posted by: Karen | May 13, 2008 at 08:45 PM
Oh my, I can't wait to see the fabrics!! I can see that you have quite an eye for beautiful fabric as you've shown on your blog.
Congratulations and God Bless You!
Posted by: Tina | May 13, 2008 at 09:33 PM
I just hearted you! Can't wait to see what pops up in your shop. Love it!
Posted by: julie | May 14, 2008 at 08:45 AM
Very cool! I look forward to the official launch! Good luck!
Posted by: Carrie | May 14, 2008 at 10:03 PM
How exciting! I cannot wait to see what you'll carry! Yay!
Posted by: Berlinswhimsy | May 14, 2008 at 11:33 PM
This sounds wonderful, Randi! I'm very excited for you!!
Posted by: Marilyn | May 16, 2008 at 09:24 PM
a belated congratulations! (i'm trying to rearrange my internet life! how to fit it all in?). best of luck to you.
Posted by: cici | May 19, 2008 at 08:19 PM
Randi!!
I am SOO excited for you!
I am just thrilled to see the wonderful things God has brought you in these few years online. Congratulations!!!!
Posted by: tonia | May 26, 2008 at 04:19 PM