Putting the finishing touches on our Christmas Open House invitations! Save the date: Friday, November 5th, 2010. The weather is finally indicating fall is here and I couldn't be happier. This is my favorite time of year and while I am enjoying pumpkins, leaves, and apple cider, I know that the Christmas season is coming up quickly! We are preparing for an amazing holiday at Bradley's!! Tasty new chocolate treats, adorable elf ornaments, & fabulous tea towels are just a few our favorite things! More details are forthcoming. scatter joy
September 28, 2010
July 12, 2010
Making better use of space
Everybody that has been in the shop this past week loves the changes that we've made, so I thought I would post a few pix of the process. I never realized how much space that big counter took up, this was something we should have done a long time ago.
Brad looking quite adorable with his drill!!
Look at all the space under there! We piled up a mountain of empty ribbon spools, outdated purchase orders, broken Christmas ornaments, boxes of drinking straws (don't ask), 3 extension cords (not plugged into anything), a book, a box of old cheez-its, and a thousand other random things. After much sorting, filing, and purging, we were left with an extra 75 square feet of selling space and a much cleaner, more organized work area. Ahh! It felt like I took a deep breath of fresh air! It can be very liberating to rid your space of clutter! My sister lives by the rule: "When in doubt, throw it out!"
What spaces in your home could you utilize better? Do you have a cute picnic basket taking up space in your closet? I did. I can count on one hand the number of times I've actually used it for a picnic, but it's the perfect size to hold photos, candles, off season decorations, etc. Plus, it's cute enough to sit next to the couch with magazines and a bouquet of flowers on top of it! So, I'm storing and decorating at the same time! Love that! Just be aware that when it comes to better using your space, you usually have to get rid of a few things first. Go ahead and get a big garbage bag and go to town! Trust me, it will be very satisfying to fill that big bag with junk that never gets used and throw it in the dumpster. Maybe you don't have a lot of junk, but just have an abundance of unnecessary things, extra clothes, shoes, pots and pans that you don't use anymore; there are countless thrift stores, clothing ministries, and non-profit organizations that would love to find a new home for your items. Summer is a great time to get these projects done! So if you feel you need a little breathing room, try making better use of your space. I'd love to hear about what you end up doing. Post a comment or facebook me with the changes you make or ideas you want to share. Have fun!!
As you can imagine, I did a little happy dance as I filled up our new found space with lots of great, new gifts! Candles, books, and the sweetest, softest, stuffed animals are just a few of the fun things you'll find on your next visit! There are also quite a few things getting marked down for our "Yard Sale" starting on July 26th, more details will follow...
scatter joy
June 26, 2010
My sweet girl!
Summer days have never been so fun!
scatter joy...
June 24, 2010
Summer goodies
I'm loving this summer's vibrant turquoise and tangerine! Splash some of these happy colors in your home with dishtowels, flowers, and doormats for an instant mood boost!
These RELAX doormats have been selling like crazy, everybody loves them! Sturdy and oversized, they are perfect for decks, front porches, back doors, or by the pool!
Pull together a fun look at your next BBQ with fun plates, napkins, and drink holders! Check out the cute salt and pepper shakers disguised as mustard and ketchup bottles!
Pick up some Gerber Daisies to brighten someone's day!
Try on one of our wooden bead necklaces for the perfect summer accessory!
We will be quite busy at the shop in the coming weeks: going to market to find new treasures, marking down products, getting ready for our big sale, rearranging, and maybe a little painting too. This is always a good time of year to tackle all of those little projects that pile up throughout the year. Stay tuned for more details!! Hope you all are enjoying your summer! See you soon!
scatter joy...
June 19, 2010
Happy Father's Day
Happy Father's Day to my best friend, Brad! You are an amazing husband and a wonderful father! Thank you for always putting your family first. Your love for us comes through in everything you do!
I love you more today than yesterday, but not as much as tomorrow!
Happy Father's Day to my dad (below) and my father-in-law (above)! Your examples of love, faith, and strength have shaped us into the people we are today. We are grateful for the sacrifices you made to provide for your families! We love you!
Most importantly, Happy Father's Day to my Heavenly Father from whom all life is given! The ultimate example of love, sacrificing His only son, Jesus, so that we could have everlasting life! Thank you for the blessings you give to us each day!!
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. James 1:17 ESV
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend celebrating the men who have made a difference in your life!
scatter joy...
May 27, 2010
Chocolate Milk and Health
Chocolate milk has substantial qualities that help improve your overall health. Studies show that when the two items, milk and chocolate, are combined, the nutritional benefits of each doubles their effects on your body. There is no real reason not to drink this ultimate kids’ drink as it has been proven to aid in all sorts of health benefits from prevention of cancer to helping your body build stronger muscle and bone. It makes the optimal drink not just after exercise, but any time to really aid your body in a number of ways. Chocolate milk can be broken down into its two components and been analyzed for its nutritional content to see how they work together when combined. Chocolate milk has been proven to be better than sports drinks which are marketed specifically because they supply your body with the replenishment they need after exercise. But dozens of studies have found that chocolate milk actually works better than sports drinks and has countless more benefits that sports drinks do not.
Chocolate~
Chocolate has long been loved and not necessarily for its benefits, but for its taste. Many ancient civilizations used cocoa beans as currency because it was so valuable. But it wasn’t until modern times that chocolate was first discovered to have health benefits other than satisfying a sweet tooth. It is known today that chocolate is good for you and for many reasons. One of which is its preventions of many cancers and diseases, for example, because of its nutritional content. Chocolate contains a lot of antioxidants known as flavinoids that help the body. The darker the chocolate is, the richer in antioxidants it is. These antioxidants shown through an Italian study reveal that these flavinoids help lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health preventing such things, like heart attacks, from occurring. It also shows that eating chocolate every three days improves your overall well being and health.
Milk~
Milk is the big kicker when it comes to beverages. Its benefits are endless it seems because it has so many good nutrients contained in its overall content. The sugar content helps restore the body’s level of glycogen after exercise, as well whey and casein. Whey allows the body to produce muscle protein very quickly as it is absorbed almost instantly. Casein on the other hands is absorbed slowly which slows the body’s break down of muscle and aids in recovery as well. Milk can also be seen to prevent diseases such as Osteoporosis with its quantity of Vitamin D, phosphorous, and calcium it contains to build stronger bones. Milk also aids in preventing tooth decay because of these nutrients. It is very important, studies reveal, to drink one glass of milk per day which is approximately eight ounces for optimal health as you age. Chocolate + Milk Chocolate milk seems to reap all the benefits with great taste that often lacks in some sports recovery aids. But chocolate milk is not just a beverage used for athletes to aid the body to rebuild itself; it has health benefits for everyone. When the two ingredients of chocolate are combined it doubles its nutritional value. Drinking just one glass a day can help give your body what it needs to be healthy and slow the process of unwanted health problems. And you can do it all with this simple well-loved drink.
(copied from http://www.chocolatemilk.com)
May 11, 2010
Our Greatest Gift!
Wow!! What an amazing 8 weeks it has been!! Just hours after my last blog post I went into labor, and the following morning on March 12th, our baby girl, Gracie Sophia was born. She is absolutely perfect in every way and Brad and I are incredibly blessed to be her parents! Thank you all for the kind words, well wishes, sweet gifts, thoughts, and prayers you blessed us with during the past few months!
Of course, my main focus has shifted slightly since I've become a new mom and I haven't been able to update the blog in a while. The team at Bradley's has done a fabulous job at making sure we did not miss a beat since the moment Gracie was born. The girls rallied that very afternoon to complete a huge order we had to get out. The next week they made up dozens of Easter baskets, packaged bunnies and eggs, and reworked displays! Then they stocked the shelves for Mother's Day with beautiful soaps, candles, and delicious chocolates. Now, here we are selling teacher gifts, graduation gifts, and getting the shop ready for the Summer months...time flies!!
We will have some great summer deals and special offers coming your way over the next few weeks, so make sure you are following us on facebook. Go to http://www.facebook.com/shopbradleys and click like!
Stay tuned for more updates and photos of our fun Summer Collection...
scatter joy
January 18, 2010
A breath of fresh air
After last week's freezing temperatures and treacherous road conditions, today was a welcome change bringing sunshine and fresh air! At Bradley's we are already setting the stage for spring! Maybe it's wishful thinking or maybe we are just too anxious for change, but everyone who has come in the past couple of days has been delighted to see bright colors and bold patterns! Sweet little birds, tea roses, and paisley adorn dishtowels, tote bags, and plates. Surround yourself with gorgeous shades of yellow, orange, and aqua for an instant pick-me-up during the next few weeks of winter! Come in today and see what we've been up to at Bradley's...
Brad and I just got back from the Atlanta gift market and couldn't be more excited about all the fresh, new products that will be arriving over the next few weeks!! Be on the look out for new greeting cards, books, and candles, as well as funky accessories, wallets, tote bags, and more! Can't wait to share all the new goodies with you, hope to see you soon!! Scatter joy...
December 28, 2009
Clean slate sale
Brad and I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. Thank you all so much for making this year's holiday season a great success! Remember we will be open December 28th, 29th, and 30th selling the remainder of our Christmas gifts and goodies 50% off. Bradley's will be closed New Year's Eve through January 11th as we head off to the Atlanta gift market to stock up on lots of new goods for Spring! We will reopen January 12th refreshed and ready for the new year! Hope you all can stop by this week to enjoy our big sale! Again, thank you so much for all your support in 2009 and we look forward to all the excitement that 2010 holds. Happy New Year!!
December 01, 2009
25 Days of Christmas...
The countdown has begun and excitement is in the air, Christmas day is almost here! We want to make this wonderful season extra special for our blog readers and facebook fans. Be on the lookout for exclusive offers, discounts, and giveaways from now until Christmas Eve!
Special of the day:
25% off all Christmas ornaments
Come in and mention this post to receive this special offer.
Offer valid December 16, 2009 until 6:00 pm
While you're in, look for new stationery from Cavallini! This year's collection includes beautiful gift tags to tie on all of your Christmas packages and vintage stickers to spruce up your greeting cards. We also have gorgeous postcards to send to your friends or frame a few to display on your wall.
