Monthly Archives: January 2011

Niceness Alone Doesn’t Cut It

“In our culture, people tend to be valued for being inspiring and entertaining.  With perhaps the notable exception of some morning-show hostesses, people are rewarded for being bold and inventive.  For being assertive, funny, and individualistic.  For having a bit … Continue reading

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New Trends at Market in Atlanta

One of the best parts of going to Market every January is seeing the newest trends in home decor and seasonal decorations.  There’s ALWAYS something new..the challenge is deciding which trends apply to my store and show, and more importantly, which … Continue reading

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Panda Party at Penelope’s

    Introducing three new friends at Penelope’s……..delightful handmade Panda bears by local artist KB Thomas.  Each bear is lovingly made with the best of materials, with mohair fur and glass eyes and merino wool or leather paw pads.  The pictures don’t do … Continue reading

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Pittypat’s Porch

   They are big in tradition here in Atlanta and so are we.  Over the years we have been coming to the Atlanta Gift Market we have figured out what works for us and usually have the same general master … Continue reading

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What would Rescue Her was Time Itself

 ” I wondered how often the future waits on the other side of the wall, knocking very quietly, too politely for us to hear, and I was filled with longing to reach back into my life and  inform that unhappy … Continue reading

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Word of the Year 2011

Word of the Year 2011 Release   For many years I chose one word a year to work on and shared it with my family and friends…it usually had something to do with where I was in my life at … Continue reading

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