My Big Announcement!

Monday, January 23, 2012

Last week I teased you all, and told you I had a big announcement coming today!  It was a lot of fun reading the comments, and hearing from you via email.  A couple people thought I was pregnant... one of my best friends even called me and asked!  NOPE.  DEFINITELY NOT PREGNANT.  While I admire those of you who have 8 kids, are able to craft, decorate your home, and still look pretty, I don't think I could do it.  I had a little baby itch, but it went away and I am thankful for that... as wonderful as babies are, my kids will BOTH be in school full day starting next fall and I will have 8 hours a day, 5 days a week to myself.  Why on earth would I want to give up that???  So no- no babies here.


Some of you guessed an etsy shop, which is closer, but nope, not it.  Maybe one day I will get it together enough to have one!  For now.... I will be joining forces with my good friend Sarah, aka The Thriftress in a new venture!  Sarah and I met through blogging and were able to meet in person last year for the first time.  Now that I have moved, we live a little closer to one another and have been able to get together a few times.  We enjoy each others company so much (and our girls love each other- Sarah's daughter was one of the owlets I shared yesterday!) and have similar styles that we decided it would be fun for us to venture into business together!  We both are stay at home moms, so we wanted something that would be fun, a creative outlet, and the appropriate pace for us.  I am so lucky to have someone so fabulous to share with in as we travel through this new journey!

We are pleased to announce that Sarah, aka The Thriftress, and Cassie of Primitive and Proper  have joined creative forces in a new retail venture called....

"Persephone" is our new business name for our own little retail space at Wild Rose and Co in Walkersville, MD.  Wild Rose & Co was founeded by my pal, Lynette, and is the cutest little boutique featuring vintage finds, furniture, and even cute boutique style clothing, candles, soaps, and more!  Here is a glimpse of the shop in case you have never been there...


Sarah and Cassie are thrilled to become part of the creative team of vendors at Wild Rose.  We hope to bring even more fabulous upcycled vintage finds, fresh home decor, and even more vintage hip-ness!
We hope to see you there for our Grand Opening on Saturday, February 4 from 10 am until 5 pm!  Wild Rose is located at 21 West Pennsylvania Ave, Walkersville, MD 21793.

Sarah and Cassie plan to start up a Persephone Facebook page as well, so we will let you know as soon as that is up and running!  Thank you so much for your friendship and support- we would not be doing this without you!

86 comments:

Kristine at The Painted Hive January 23, 2012 6:25 AM  

How exciting girl! I so wish I could grow giant legs and walk on over to the USA to grab me some of your goodness (so I would also need giant hands to carry it all!).

rachel @ gilly grey January 23, 2012 6:30 AM  

So exciting Cassie! I'm actually planning a trip to Lucketts for the Groundhog Day Sale on Friday the 3rd and was going to swing by Wild Rose & Co. on my way home. Do you think you'll be set-up on Friday? Maybe I'll even bump into you!

Rachel
xoxo

Jamie January 23, 2012 6:33 AM  

This is awesome!!!! I'm going to see what I can do to get to that grand opening :)

Anne January 23, 2012 6:41 AM  

how wonderful! happy for you guys!!!

Beverly Pennington January 23, 2012 6:47 AM  

serious congrats! that is so awesome - I wish I lived close enough to come visit your new place! What a joy for you to find a place to call "home".

Amanda January 23, 2012 7:00 AM  

This is such a fantastic opportunity for you! How exciting, congratulations to you both on this new venture.

Terri January 23, 2012 7:00 AM  

How exciting for you...I would LOVE to do something like this! Wish I lived closer to MD (or better yet, you lived in AZ) so I could come visit. Congrats and good luck on your new venture!

René January 23, 2012 7:04 AM  

Yay! How exciting! Congratulations to the two of you and I look forward to seeing more.

Sarah @ Modern Country Style January 23, 2012 7:17 AM  

That's so great, Cassie. I'm reeeeeally pleased for you! You completely and utterly deserve biiiiig success - I hope they realise how lucky they are to have YOU!!

Sarahx

Renee from Where the Grass is Greener January 23, 2012 7:33 AM  

You gals will make a great team! And, I love that name! I'm going to try and make it to the grand opening.

Lesley January 23, 2012 7:44 AM  

Congrats! That IS exciting news! and the name, really love it love love love it! Perfect.

Twice Nice January 23, 2012 7:44 AM  

Fantastic! That is a such great news for all the shoppers at Wild Rose! You will have so much fun with this and I can't wait to see the photos of your booth! Deb

The Frosted Gardner January 23, 2012 7:50 AM  

Oh this is exciting news. I cannot wait to see what is in store for your new venture. I know that it will be wonderful. Congrats to you friend.

A place 2 call home January 23, 2012 7:51 AM  

Congratulations, this is so wonderful! The store looks just beautiful and I cant wait to see pictures of your beautiful things inside, good for you Cassie!

Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures January 23, 2012 7:55 AM  

You will do great. Congratulations. Looking forward to all you do.

Megan January 23, 2012 7:58 AM  

That is amazing!! So happy for you guys!!

Kara @ June & Bear January 23, 2012 7:58 AM  

oh how fun and exciting. congrats! looking forward to hearing more.

Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. January 23, 2012 7:59 AM  

Wishing you both wild and crazy success! Can't wait to come visit you at Wild Rose!!!

Leslie @ Farm Fresh Fun January 23, 2012 8:04 AM  

Yay, what fun! You are both so talented. I can't wait to come shop your space.
Best wishes n hugs!

Korrie@RedHenHome January 23, 2012 8:07 AM  

So excited for you! How fun to have a friend and partner in your new venture!

Katie January 23, 2012 8:23 AM  

That is so exciting Cassie!! I can't wait to see what the two of your create! I wish I was closer by to visit! Congrats you two!

jandjhome January 23, 2012 8:39 AM  

Yay! I'm so excited for you. I love hearing great things happening to great people.

Allison@FabRehab January 23, 2012 8:51 AM  

HOW MUCH FUN IS THAT?! So awesome for you and Sarah!

DecorandtheDog January 23, 2012 8:58 AM  

Oooo, this sounds fun!! Congrats and good luck..not that you need it!

Starr @ The Kiefer Cottage January 23, 2012 8:58 AM  

Sounds like a good time! I mean, babies are almost always an excellent choice, but congratulations on a great idea that doesn't involve dirty diapers!

Kimberly January 23, 2012 9:05 AM  

How exciting!! Congrats on the new venture and I wish you success!

Artsy VaVa January 23, 2012 9:27 AM  

Congratulations! In the last 5 months I have rented space in 2 retail stores and I'm loving it! It's a lot of fun... and I'm making money!!! Have fun!

Jaime January 23, 2012 9:29 AM  

Cassie you deserve to be part of a fun shop like that, after the move and all that went on with that I'm so happy for you and wish you both good luck with the store space.

Linda@Coastal Charm January 23, 2012 9:32 AM  

Cassie,
Congrats to the both of you! You will have so much fun...I know I sure do. I went out yesterday looking for a second location across the bay from me. Looking to seeing pics of your space.

Blessings,
Linda

Ann Marie @ Twice Lovely January 23, 2012 9:43 AM  

Congrats Cassie! Glad your retails dreams are coming to fruition! I actually have a little pipe dream of someday starting something like Wild Rose Market. Good luck with the new venture!

Maury Kilgo January 23, 2012 9:44 AM  

Congrats! I know you must be feeling excited and scared and overwhelmed and everything in between. I know you'll be awesome at this! I can't wait to see what you put in your store! I wish I lived closer so that I could be a regular customer!

Helen January 23, 2012 9:58 AM  

Congratulations! You ladies must be really excited and proud. In my opinion, you're living the dream (well mine at least)!!

17 Perth January 23, 2012 9:58 AM  

YAY! Congratulations! That shop looks adorable---and I know you and Sarah will be a GREAT addition to their team. Best of luck to all of you.

17 Perth January 23, 2012 9:58 AM  

And I wish I lived closer so I could come out on Saturday to support you---but I will be supporting you guys from Georgia. :)

DogsMom January 23, 2012 10:03 AM  

This is far more exciting than the other guesses. It is a way of giving birth.
This is one of my dreams that I still hope someday to achieve.

Kelly January 23, 2012 10:04 AM  

That is SO exciting and fun! Keep us updated on how it goes, and congratulations!!

* The Design Confidential January 23, 2012 10:18 AM  

hoodyhoo! congratulations mama! that is soooooo exciting! i know you guys are gonna kill it! luck and hugs!

Anna@Directions Not Included January 23, 2012 10:20 AM  

So excited for you!! What a great new adventure. Wishing you both a ton of luck. I know you guys can rock this.

Tammy @ Type A January 23, 2012 10:31 AM  

awesome! i'm so happy for you, can't wait to see your space, post pics soon! xx

mapleandmagnolia.com January 23, 2012 10:32 AM  

Cassie. Congrats!!! You were MADE to do this! Best of luck on this new and exciting venture, friend!

Tanya from Dans le Townhouse January 23, 2012 10:44 AM  

Congrats!! That is FABULOUSLY amazing news. Best of luck!!!

Suzanne@Meridian Road January 23, 2012 11:04 AM  

Oh, you're going to have so much fun! Congratulations!

Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com January 23, 2012 11:24 AM  

Congratulations!!! What a fun and exciting new venture. Wishing you tons of success!

Carol@TheDesignPages January 23, 2012 11:38 AM  

I actually thought that for sure it was an etsy shop but this is so much more exciting. I owned a retail shop a few years ago and it can be so exciting. I can't wait to hear all about your adventures. Congrats Cassie!!!

Sixty-Fifth Avenue January 23, 2012 12:05 PM  

congratulations Cassie!! This is going to be such an amazing adventure for you both!

Allison January 23, 2012 12:16 PM  

Yay! Congratulations, Cassie!! I'm so happy for you. It's such a joy to watch your dreams unfold! You work so hard and have such passion for what you do. This move was a "meant to be" on so many levels. If I lived closer I would be there on your Grand Opening day. I'll be there in spirit and look forward to seeing the shop when I come visit.

Rebecca@This Present Life January 23, 2012 12:18 PM  

Yay!!! That's so exciting! Can't wait to see how super cute your "shop" is :)

Shannon January 23, 2012 12:34 PM  

I had NO IDEA how close you were to me -- I live in Poolesville, Maryland! My little guy and I will definitely be coming by.

Ruby Jean January 23, 2012 12:35 PM  

"WOW.... WOW... WOW...." So Exciting... Congratulations on your new venture...Oh and I hope you have a FABULOUS Grand Opening!!!! :)

michelle January 23, 2012 12:45 PM  

That is so awesome CONGRATS!!!! I know it will be very successful and I hope you have fun with it too. :) I can't wait to see the shop.
xoxo

Ali Richardson January 23, 2012 1:00 PM  

Yipppeeeee, yahooooo, HOORAY!!!!! I am seriously SO excited for you girls and i can't wait to see it all come together. It is going to be AWESOME!!!!!!
xoxo

I {heart} Rhody January 23, 2012 1:10 PM  

Congratulations on your new venture! Much success!

Katie @ Wildwood Creek January 23, 2012 1:18 PM  

How awesome--congratulations! Looking forward to following your adventure.

The Bold Abode January 23, 2012 1:35 PM  

Whoop dere it is...whoop dere it is... Can you see me? I'm raisin' the roof for ya girl!

simplyvonne January 23, 2012 2:14 PM  

oh yay, if i am ever in MD I will most definitely stop by to say hello for sure! cheers to success for 2012!

Carmel @ Our Fifth House January 23, 2012 2:24 PM  

CONGRATS! I'm so excited for you! How awesome is this?! What a cute store - you girls are going to do so great!

thistlewoodfarm January 23, 2012 2:48 PM  

Congratulations! Are you opening up an ETSY shop for your fans who live out of state....hint hint?

blessings,
karianne

Sherry January 23, 2012 3:12 PM  

Cassie, congratulations, this is such great news. I know you guys are going to do well...and I'm sure one day you'll be announcing your Etsy shop.

Carrie @ lovely etc. January 23, 2012 3:58 PM  

Yay! That is great news - how fun to have someone nearby to go into business with. I hope you love it and I'm sure you will be very successful. Congrats!

Rebecca January 23, 2012 4:14 PM  

That's awesome news! Huge congrats to you, and I'll definately come by for your Grand Opening, I can't wait to see all the good stuff and to meet you!

Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) January 23, 2012 4:14 PM  

Congratulations! What an exciting adventure for you both. Looking forward to photos.

Lisa @ Turning Tables January 23, 2012 4:22 PM  

Hooray!!!! It's all so exciting!! I am so happy for you and know that it will be an awesome adventure, no matter what!!!! xo love u!

Restyled Vintage January 23, 2012 6:47 PM  

Oh Cassie that is wonderful news...I secretly hoped it might be a retail space for you! I am interested to know how it works, do you pay a share in the rent? Do you pay a commission on your sales? How big is your space? Can you put what you want in there? Do you have to staff your space? How far is it from where you live? Sorry for all the questions I am just so excited for you, and obviously have a personal interest in what you are doing, since it is my passion too :)

xx Karen

Amy January 23, 2012 7:52 PM  

Congrats! That's awesome. Hope I get to see it one day.

gail January 23, 2012 8:42 PM  

wooohooo! so happy for you both. Wishing you tons of success and FUN!
gail

Cyndi ✪ Blue Star January 23, 2012 9:29 PM  

Good for you! I've had a space in a vintage mall for over 8 years. It's so fun! Enjoy!!

Deneen@dreaming-n-color January 23, 2012 10:22 PM  

Awesome for you Cassie! Congrats and good luck!

Rosemary@villabarnes January 23, 2012 11:59 PM  

I'm so happy for you Cassie. Wishing you both great success. I'll definitely be awaiting your Facebook page.

Courtney January 24, 2012 3:29 AM  

Awesome news Cassie!! All the best in your venture, I know you both will do really well at it!!!
You'll soon fill in those 8 hours a day now!

Lisa Scibilia January 24, 2012 9:32 AM  

yay Cassie! How exciting! Best wishes for a successful business - I'm happy for you!

Kahli January 24, 2012 12:05 PM  

OMG Cassie this is great news! I wonder how far Walkersville, MD is from me, maybe my sis and I can swing by one day.

White Lacquer January 24, 2012 1:07 PM  

Woohoo!!! Congratulations!! So exciting for you both!

Xx. Patience

Lisa - A Room with A View January 24, 2012 3:17 PM  

Great news, Cassie! It is wonderful to be able to do something else you will definitely enjoy (also because it is with someone you know and like) and now that your kids will soon be in school full time. Good luck!

Catherine January 24, 2012 5:25 PM  

That's really wonderful - congratulations! I'm sure it will be amazing - just wish it wasnt SOOOOO far away!

Richmond Thrifter January 24, 2012 6:49 PM  

How exciting!!!! I know you will do so well!!! Have so much fun!!!

Elizabeth@themustardceiling January 24, 2012 8:54 PM  

How exciting Cassie...I know your new venture will be amazing. Congratulations to you and Sarah. I wish I lived closer and could stop by!

Shannon January 25, 2012 8:29 AM  

Exciting!!!! Congrats! Too bad I'm not closer!
xo,
Shannon

Upscale Downhome January 25, 2012 10:12 AM  

congratulations on your new venture! How even more fun with a friend!

Eclectically Vintage January 25, 2012 9:01 PM  

A dream of mine - so excited you are living yours!
Kelly

wildrose January 25, 2012 10:48 PM  

Wild Rose & Co. is so lucky to have you both become part of our little family! I can't wait!

WhisperWood Cottage January 27, 2012 1:11 AM  

Congrats on your exciting new adventure! Love the name!!

Katie Olthoff February 1, 2012 10:23 PM  

yay! Congrats, Cassie! I know you've wanted to do something like this for a long time!

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