Thought I would pop in and say hello, and double check that you heard the news, announcement, what the? last Friday? I announced that K.MARIE will be opening a store on Main Street in Milwaukie, Oregon. To say that I am excited nervous, scared, giddy, and a whole lotta other words I shouldn't probably type here, yes that's what I am feeling, are an understatement.
I appreciate that so many of you have reached out and shared kind words and encouragement for what I know will be an exciting time.
There are lots of questions that have been asked and I will answer a few of them today, and more in the upcoming days. I'm still getting myself organized (maybe) and wrapping my brain around what this will look like exactly (I have a vision, let's see if my creative brain and bank account agree).
Where will the shop be? It will be right on Main Street in Downtown Milwaukie, Oregon just North of where I was located before, and on the same side of the street. When I have the keys, I will share pictures of the storefront and a little of the interior before things get started.
Are you leaving Milwaukie Floral? No I will continue to have my space there along with classes, markets, events, and more. Cory has been super supportive of this opportunity and is cheering me on. She and I have been working on making this upcoming holiday season the most magical yet!
Will you have the same products at both shops? No - I will be creating different products for different spaces and vibes for you, so yes you will need to visit both of the stores. (example is that right now I have started filling the shelves here at Milwaukie Floral with Halloween) There will also be different workshops, events, and activities at each space - it's going to be an amazing time for all of you who love what K.MARIE does!
Where will Dad's table be located? It will remain at Milwaukie Floral it has found a wonderful home there nestled in the Garden Shop and I know that daddy would love it being there. Trust me, there are many more celebrations to be had at "the table" this year, just as he would want there to be.
When will you open? The plan as of today (which plans are changing every minute) is October of 2025. I don't have an exact date.....but trust me it will happen as fast as this girl can make it happen! Stay tuned.....
How can we help? Woosh that is a big question and one that I don't have any specific answers to at the moment. You have all been so kind and generous, let me get more caffeine in me and get back to you.
Well, that should answer a few of the pressing questions....I know that there are more coming and bring them on as my head is whirling and the answers are flying around in there.
It has been fun to write this today. Many years ago when I first started (before I even had a brick and mortar) I used to blog. I loved it, and as with life, I got away from it. Many of you have asked me if I would ever start writing again, and the answer is now yes. This will be a sort of journal from/for me and I hope you will join me in this next journey. I'm not certain what it will look like, but will figure it out as I go along. Let me know if you have any ideas of things you want me to talk about? Inquiring minds....and with that I'm dating myself so I'll sign off with
Bubbles, giggles, and forever glitter!
K-
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