New line coming soon...Compendium!

Compendium is a Seattle-based company that creates and distributes a fresh, design-rich line of inspiring gift products. Our ever-growing line of gift books, journals, stationery, desk accessories and home décor are now sold in thousands of specialty retail gift stores worldwide.- (Compendium Inc. Website)


Within the next week we should be receiving this new line in our shop! We are solely going to be carrying the "Her Words" line of journal style notebooks. They come in both small 4"x5 1/2" - $4.00 and large 7"x10" - $6.00 each. I am really excited about this line and know it will be a wonderful addition the shop. It is a great gift idea for women of all ages and very special for any occasion. I hope you like them as much as I do :)

Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Day is only three days away! If you are looking for something unique this year and don't want to travel far from home, be sure to stop in and check out what's new.From new organic bar soaps, vintage inspired stationery, to cute baby gifts, you will definitely find
something for each of your Valentine's this year. 


Mention this blog post and receive 15% Valentine Cards in the shop!

Hand-made, one-of-a-kind artistic photo albums by

Janet Zohorsky. These albums will make a 

wonderful and unique gift this Valentine's Day!

Whimsical Hair Pieces at Blue Orchid Studio

If you're looking for a fun and chic way to update your look, then you'll love our newest line of locally made hair pieces. Each one is handcrafted with different materials, gems, feathers and fabrics, so your unique barrette won't be seen on any one else!

These make great, one-of-a-kind gifts for women of ALL ages with ALL hair types. Stop in today!

New Nostalgia Soaps Just In!

Stop by today and check out our newest line of soaps by Nostalgia!

These artisan bath soaps are not only earth-friendly - they're packaged in recycled paper and are made with fair trade practices - but they're also organic. Nostalgia uses skin-nurturing ingredients like pure essential oils, organic vegetable oils and organic herbs. You won't find any harmful or synthetic ingredients in these soaps!

What's more, a portion of their profits are contributed to the Beautiful Survivor, a grass-roots organization that promotes the healing and self-confidence of women and girls recovering from cancer.

Blue Orchid Studio currently carries three Nostalgia soaps: "Mixed Greens" (rosemary and green tea to help tone and repair dull skin), "Sweet Orange" (orange, crushed cinnamon and coconut milk to treat your skin) and "Goose Bumps" (warming and exfoliating soap with clove to smooth bumps on backs of arms and thighs). Bath time anyone?

 

Green Tea Scent

Mangiacotti Florals has become a staple line in the shop and

we are excited to introduce a new scent to our selection!

Green Tea lotion and hand soap is a fresh, calming scent

with a blend of white and green tea essential oils. Infused

with shea butter (like all the lotions in this line) it is great

for dry skin, especially during these bitterly cold months.

We hope you will like it as much as we do, scroll down for

a 15% off coupon good til the end of January.

Extended holiday hours!

The shop will have extended holiday hours starting next week. Normally we are closed on Mondays throughout the year, but we will be open Monday, December 14th and 21st from 10:00-5:00. We will also be open Christmas Eve til 6:00 p.m. If you haven't started your shopping, no worries, we have lots of great gifts for everyone on your list!

Special Artist Event

I am very excited to have well-known area artist Quen Carpenter be at the shop on December 12th doing quick sketch portraits. Recently I had the chance to sit down with Quen and have my own portrait done. This is a great opportunity to take home a wonderful keepsake for the holidays or give to someone else! For more information or to schedule an appointment please call Leslie at 630-55-8410. See you then!

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving! The shop will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving Day, we wish you a very happy holiday. Be sure to stop in Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-4, and Sunday 12-4 for weekend shopping. See you then!

'Tis the Season!

We've been as busy as elves this past week, transforming the shop into a whimsical, holiday wonderland that's brimming with new merchandise! From Cody Foster ornaments and Aunt Sadie's candles (Gingerbread, Peppermint, Evergreen) to one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers and handmade photo albums, you'll  be sure to find the perfect holiday gift.

"Where (here at Blue Orchid Studio) the Wild Things Are"

"Where (here at Blue Orchid Studio) the Wild Things Are"

We have brand new "Where the Wild Things Are"

puzzles, plush toys, and books to celebrate the

release of the new feature film in theaters now. Over

19 million copies of this book have been sold

since its release in 1963. This holiday season give

gifts from this beloved children's story!

October Coupon

*New Papaya Wall Art*

This fall Papaya introduced artist Sabrina Ward Harrison. Her images collaborate with the living world. Her work is now available as beautiful wall hangings for only $19.00 here at Blue Orchid Studio. In addition to her pieces we also have brand new designs from the team of Papaya artists.