THE SHOP......

Okay so I have been posting the difficulties of finding properties for the new physical Lucky 7 Design shop.  You all know Im a big fan of my town and wanted to be in the heart of our downtown business district.

There are some vacancies but I have had a hard time, some have been sold and some just weren't the right space.

As you all know I got a call the other night from a property owner from our Main Street and we discussed the prospect of me renting in his building.

Well tonight we met at his shop, which is located in the building.  It is a really nice building, an old historical building in town, he refinished the front in stucco.   It has big cool windows perfect for merchandising, and Im excited to show you all.....

ARE

YOU

READY????

Here we go..............................

This is the building, it is 100 yrs old, he redid the bottom facade but you can see the original corbels and brick..Its really the nicest building on Main Street.

I will be on the right hand side

This is the front of the store...check out the cool fence installation in the window

Front left of the store

Left side 

Segway to the back of the shop

Left back wall

Far left back wall

Back wall, with a private bathroom 

This will be where kids recycling craft classes and eco-friendly painting workshops will happen

The checkout counter on the right

Right side front way...doorway to basement. (lol)

Obviously it is currently a cool skate shop, but it is an awesome size space and will be a blank canvas.   

Envision burlap, wood, mirror and chalkboard walls....and beautifully painted furniture with the most amazing accessories and handmade art.

I will keep you all posted, but let's just say I'M SO EXCITED!!!!!

- MJ

Big things happening for Lucky 7 Design!

POSSIBILITIES................

Well most of you already know that I was not able to go with my original location for the new Lucky 7 Design shop.    I was disappointed and then I took to the pavement and started walking Main Street area looking for possibilities.

Well here is what I have found, it is just a possibility but Im hoping it will be my saving grace.   I shared the photo on my facebook page and got some really great feedback.   Although the window will be challenging for me since it's all split up, I think it will work.   I had a great suggestion for a window box....I'm excited with all of the possibilities.

The more I look at it, the more charming it can be with some simple touches.   I would first paint the door and the window frame woodwork either a white, an off-white or grayish white.   I think the facade is perfect with the shingles and the signage will work too.  Remove the lettering and it's a blank slate for a new logo....MINE!

Big things happening for Lucky 7 Design this year!!

- MJ

So what do you guys think?


P.S.  I forgot to mention earlier when I posted this, that the owner is a woman and a dress shop owner as well.  She is only 2 stores down from this one, and she is such a lovely lady.   Maybe it's another sign that my saving grace will be given to me from another businesswoman.  

WISHING ON A STAR....

While walking in our downtown Main Street area, I spotted these two vacant store fronts.   I haven't contact the agent yet, so I don't know the rent...but I think the spaces are perfect for what Im looking for my shop.

I know it's probably wishful thinking, but I hoping I can get a good deal on the rent.  Im looking to open in the Spring 2012 and in my wishful dream....have a HUGE Grand Opening!

This store space has beige/sand carpet w/ restroom in right back corner and a back room area. (#1)

This store space has blue/gray carpet and a restroom back left and that slim doorway I believe to room in the back.  (#2)

I'd love to have your feedback on which space you would like for the new home of Lucky 7 Design Home.

-MJ