As we visited showroom after showroom I began to collect
stories – their stories – not only of why they created their products, but
stories of who they are, why they do what they do. Several of the companies
have their children involved in the business, through sales or designing – and
those children were as young as early teens. And they were impressive!
As Dorian and I marveled at the creativity, the ambition and
the charisma of the people we met, I remarked that people who think
entrepreneurialism and owning something to share with the world was dead or
dying in this country, all you have to do is visit a Gift Market and see these
real life success stories in person. She commented – “that includes you” – oh
yeah, I almost forgot – now I’m a small business owner. I chucked the safety of
a 9-5, well more like a 7-11 job in the corporate world to have something of my
own. And I am loving it! And so is my family!
As summer fades into fall and Christmas will be here before
we know it, the seasons are changing inside Adela’s too! By the time you read
this post we will be starting to display our fall items and Christmas won’t be
too far behind. Hopefully you have seen our new shop Fairfield commercial on
KTVO – if not, we have it posted on our Facebook page for your enjoyment!
Save the date for these great upcoming events in store and
we hope to see you soon.
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Now while supplies last: 20% off Spring and
Summer Florals
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August 9-13: Pandora Promotion: Free bracelet
(up to $65 value) with $100 purchase. Upgrades available.
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September 15: Porch Sale
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September 20-22: Kickoff to Fall – Fall Open
House with specials and prize drawings
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Coming Soon: Mariana Necklace of the Month! Try
on our displayed necklace each month for a chance to win it.
Another thank you to our wonderful staff here at Adela’s for
all their hard work: Grace, Ashley, Audra and Madelyn! They keep the store
running and looking awesome for all of you! And I could not have survived
market without my mentor and friend Dorian! Thank you for your support and
guidance!
Last but certainly not least - thank you to all of you out
there reading this and supporting the shop. We love helping you find the newest
gift and décor pieces for your homes, your family and your friends. See you
soon – at Adela’s, behind the red door, where every gift is wrapped with love!
I am so thrilled Adela’s lives on. I was wearing an Adela’s bracelet last weekend when a church friend commented on it. “Adela’s,” I said, and we wives all agreed we love Adela’s - and so did the husbands! 😀
ReplyDeletethank you Dale Sue!
DeleteThank you for your comments about people building the lives that they want and bringing products that they have developed to market. The stories behind the products really enrich the experience of owning them. Very nice update!
ReplyDeletethank you! More stories and products to come!
DeleteWish you were closer to Des Moines. I would be at your shoppe on a regular basis! You go girl!
ReplyDeleteyou need a day trip to Fairfield!
DeleteUnknown above is Jane Flanagan
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