2.5 Weeks Later

July 22, 2009

So the shop has been open now for 2 and a half weeks, and we’re finally getting a couple of signs in place (lots more to go!) so thought I’d post a shop update. Thanks to the wonderful Sarah from Crackers Art, for all her wonderful graphic design work! There are also brand new business cards to match now Here we go:

Opening Day!

July 6, 2009

Well we made it! After weeks of preparation, way too much money spent, and really no hiccups at all, we had our first opening day! It was a big step for me, as really I am going back to full time working hours – whereas the past 4 years plus some, have been spent looking after the kids, and in combination with starting my online business. I thought I’d share some photos of the finished shop – it is a difficult shop to take photos of as the racks take up so much space! So just took a few from different angles. Hope you enjoy!

 

This desk is for customers to use at their leisure to help them shop! In the new showroom I aim to change the way people shop in store – by giving them the option to browse my styles online, I aim to give them an shopping independence and guidance to help them find what they are looking for. I also have a rack avaiable for customers to hang their items whilst they are browsing, so they can revisit and make sure what they choose is exactly what they want!

 

Here are a couple of fab shots of the kids corner – note the gorgeous wall art by Giggle Smile Designs www.gigglesmiledesigns.com

 

Some differeng angles of clothing on racks:

This one is looking in on the Preloved – stocks are pretty dismal and still got a few tubs to price so the rest will be hanging shortly. Plus I’ve got a few tubs worth to list so looks like I’ve got a busy week ahead! The Preloved section is just in the office area – which is quite a big space that needs some filling!!

 

And once again and not looking to much different than before, the office area on the left packing, and on the right processing

 

Well thanks for joining me for my little tour! Don’t forget if you are in Coffs Harbour, to print out the voucher on this link, bring into store and receive your discount!!

Progress!

July 3, 2009

Very exciting! Today we started moving stock into the Charlipop Kids World showroom! While a loonnnnggg way to go, and loads of hanging and pricing to be done, it is certainly shaping up! Here are some before and after shots:

Half way through building a rack, and with building just about finished ready to have carpet added:

Unit 2, looking a little vacant:

 

Racks built and finished, and carpet added – makes a hugggeeee difference!!

 

Looking in from the outside – with all the racks neatly waiting for their clothing!

Oh l0ok at that gorgeous carpet! This is a pic looking at the office area. To the right is where my computer and processing will occur, and the left will be my packing area. Doesn’t it look spiffy!!

 

Another view where the stock will be:

 

The developing Kids Toy Corner – there will be wall art coming, and more toys as well! But my kids have already tried and tested it, and both agree it is lots of fun!

 

Now with clothing starting to be added – lots more to still hang as you can see by the many boxes waiting!

 

More clothing:

 

And more clothing:

 

Office looking a little more crazy with much more to unpack!

 

There is so much more to do! I will definitely list some more photos tomorrow when it becomes a little tidier.

 

Cheers, Kat