Saturday, November 10, 2007

We're back...

and even better than before, we think. Viewfrombookshelf
During our two weeks of being closed, we've moved the shop into the end of our building, to the room we (mistakenly) used for back stock for so long...not considering that it has all the windows and natural light. Viewfromfibers
For those of you who remember how hard it was to see colors in the "old" shop...you'll be happy at this first big change.  Next, I pared down the height of all the shelving, so it's nice and open and, well...clean feeling.  Know how some yarn stores make you feel like you're smothering (happily or otherwise) in shelves?  We took care of that!



We opened the doors yesterday morning, waiting to hear what our customers had to say.  The first person in the door Firsthappycustomer
(I apologize for not asking your name!) was aghast at how great it feels, and had so many compliments I wished I'd had a bouquet of flowers to give her...I wanted to smother her with hugs, I was so happy that SHE was so happy.  We know we have lots of you who love our shop (thank you thank you thank you) and any kind of change always harbors the possibility of making someone unhappy.  Here's a photo of her, along with Linda and Joan at the counter.



Before we could turn around twice, a group of visitors from Colorado came in and were having such fun, Morehappyvisitors
I decided to play paparazzi again. Here they are (notice the model in the Nancy Shawl?):



I've also included some photos from different places in the shop, so if you can't get here for a while, you can see some of what we've been up to.Viewfromcounter
Notice all the natural light, fighting with my camera but blessing the shop.



To those of you who made the trip to visit us while we were closed, I apologize again for not being able to let you in...there really wasn't any point...there were yarns in bags strewn everywhere.



To the local woman who came to see us, found us closed, and got nasty with me about me not considering her time was worth something...well...if you're even reading this, which I doubt...I hope you can find happiness shopping in another yarn shop somewhere else.  ---Martie





17 comments:

Teresa said...

How exciting! Everything looks so inviting. Eager to view all the goodness & goodies in person. Congratulations on your new journey!

Martie said...

thanks, Teresa...can't wait for you to be here with us!

ann-marie said...

Hi Sunflowers! I can't wait to see the "new" shop. Martie, I love your philosophy regarding supporting the craftspeople of our country and I'm excited to see Sunflower grow and prosper in this wonderful new light. I'll be into tomorrow. :))
Love & hugs,
Ann-Marie

Mandie said...

Congratulations Martie - everything looks DIVINE :-)

Martie said...

Thanks, Mandie and Ann-Marie!
Your support means a lot.

Terri R said...

It is torture not being able to see it in person!!! Thanks for posting all the pictures Martie...It looks like you have done a fantastic job....but we all knew that you would.Congratulations!

Martie said...

Thanks...can't wait for you to see it in person...we love it!

Kristin Freeman said...

Marti...the shop looks fantastic! One day I will return to New Mexico and enjoy these changes in person. For now I treasure the marvelous service you provide for me at a great distance. Everything we put together as an on-line collaboration turns out better than imagined. Crafts in America viewed from netflix here in these mountains where cable does not connect with PBS stations, spoke to my heart as well. Sam Malouf was active in the Southern California Craft Assoc back in the early 60's when I moved there for a spell to work and learn the costuming business. It was wonderful to see him working and hear his words once again...his furniture has always been a picture of a perfect union between an artist and his material. Good on you to put your personal focus on the craft of wool making and the makers....I saved your pictures to a folder so I could look at them while I write to you about future orders...just to get the feeling of being there....It is lovely!

Martie said...

Kristin: I am so happy you enjoyed Craft in America, and even better that it connected with your past and brought back such good memories. I need to re-watch it again soon, to refresh my joy and goals. I would love to see your shawl, please send photos. Thank you for your continued support of the Sunflower... Martie.

Leslie said...

I agree with Terri! It's torture not being able to see it in person. Mazel tov!

Martie said...

Thanks!

HollyEQQ said...

Oh martie - it looks beautiful.
Congratulations. I know you are going to do great.
And for your special customer - hhehheee - think big needles and small orifices baby.
Holly

Ingrid said...

The shop looks wonderful; I can't wait to travel to Taos again and visit (read shop!) the new space. Will have to order by phone for a while....sigh..Good luck to all the Sunflowers!

RuthieJ said...

Hi Martie,
Your shop looks so beautiful. I wish I lived closer, but if I ever get to Taos, I know where my first stop will be!
Holly's comment--LOL!

ani nyikel said...

It looks terrific all the way to India! Support those handspinners and give my love to everyone.Ani Nyikel(aka Michelle)

ani nyikel said...

It looks terrific all the way to India! Support those handspinners and give my love to everyone.Ani Nyikel(aka Michelle)

Martie said...

What an honor to hear from you, so far away...you are always here, sitting on my shoulder. I love you!