New Workspace and Jewelry!

It is hard to believe that the shop has already been closed for almost two months, time has

sure gone by fast! Since closing on April 1st, I have been so busy trying to organize all

of my crafting supplies that came home from my workspace, as well as regularly sprucing

up our home. I definitely inherited the gene from my parents for antiquing and constantly

moving furniture around. No joke, I have re-arranged the furniture in my house 3 times 

in the last month, haha. Below is the workspace I have settled on for now :)

So, aside from moving stuff around, I have also been busy making new jewelry for Etsy (I promise to have some things up on here soon) and a few outdoor shows I am participating in this summer. On June 11th, from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. I will be set up at the 3 French Hens French Market in Morris, IL. You can check out the link for more information of the exact location. A newsletter will be going out soon 

to all my friends, family, and customers with more information. If you do not already receive newsletters from Blue Orchid Studio and want to sign up, just visit my official website and click on the icon at the bottom of the page.  Here are some sneek peek photos below of new jewelry I have been

busily working on, necklaces and cuffs!

Bebel Gilberto and Tunics!

Recently my mom and I watched the movie "Eat, Pray, Love" and although I had

heard mixed reviews, I hoped it would be better than it was. Months ago I even attempted

to read the book, but after she apparently lay crying on the bathroom floor forever...I just couldn't seem to get into it. Maybe it is just me, considering it is a New York Times Bestseller, but it just seemed a little hard to connect with the author. Ok, so I totally get that she was going through a bad divorce and at a point in her life where she just couldn't find herself in the life she had created, but come on. If you are like me, you have probably experienced something difficult in life and didn't just go traveling across the globe, paid to write about your experiences!  That said, after almost two + hours of watching and not exactly being super impressed, there were two things that did like. 1.) The music when she is bike riding in Bali. If you have never heard of Bebel Gilberto, I recommend checking her out. She is from Brazil, and the daughter of the "father of bossa nova." Her music evokes a feeling of laying on a beach and drinking a mojito. I love her! And the second thing... 2.) Making a tunic! So I don't sew too much, but I couldn't help running to the fabric store this past week and searching for a pattern and fabric. I found both and can't wait to get started on a fun top for summer coming up. Moral of the story, movies don't always have to be academy award winners to inspire :)

Thank you to all my wonderful friends and customers!

I just wanted to take this time to thank all of my wonderful friends and customers for all the support you showed me over the years at Blue Orchid Studio. From the time I was little, I always knew I wanted to own a shop. It was my goal to bring something unique to Yorkville... and create a place that I would want to shop at; I think I can say that I accomplished that! I met so many talented local crafters and artists, that contributed to the overall success of the shop as well. 

So, even though Blue Orchid Studio in Yorkville is officially CLOSED, I will continue to create jewelry, accessories for adults and children and much more... for Etsy, local art shows, etc. so stay tuned into blog, emails, and Facebook page for more information! My hope is to post something new each week, whether it's about food, crafting, travel, moving up to Vancouver, gardening, etc. 


When I started the shop almost 5 years ago, I never would have thought that the most rewarding part about owning my own business would have been the people I met, but it was. It was truly a pleasure getting to know each of you through the shop and I will definitely miss seeing you in!

50% off all merchandise... FINAL DAYS!!!

Hello Everyone,

Just wanted to remind you that Blue Orchid Studio is in its final week of clearance! 50% off all the merchandise starts today through April 1st. Hurry in to get great deals on all items throughout the shop. Thanks again for all the support!

Leslie

Blue Orchid Studio is CLOSING!

To all my wonderful customers:

Coming this Friday, March 11th, Blue Orchid Studio will begin CLOSING. My husband and I will be moving to Vancouver, BC later this year for him to attend the Vancouver Film School. I cannot thank you enough for your patronage and support over the last 4 1/2 years! 

All the best,

Leslie

The sale schedule will be:

March 11th-17th 30% off all merchandise

March 18th- 25th 40% off all merchandise

March 26th - April 1st 50% off all merchandise

ALL SALES FINAL!!!

20% off SALE on all baby items!

For the month of February only, there will be a 20% off

SALE in our baby/children section of the shop! We

have wonderful and unique gifts for even your tiniest

Valentine this year. Some of the brands we have, include 

Trumpette, Uglydoll, Angel Dear, Baby Soy, Rich Frog,

Beba Bean... and more. Don't miss out on this great

SALE!!!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Our holiday hours for the next week are:

Christmas Eve 10:00-5:00

Christmas Day through Monday, Dec 27th CLOSED

Tuesday, Dec 28th - New Year's Eve 10:00-5:00

New Year's Day through Monday, Jan 3rd CLOSED

Normal business hours after January 3rd, 2011!

Sunday and Monday CLOSED

Tuesday-Friday 10:00-5:00

Saturday 10:00-4:00

Holiday Hours

Holiday Hours

December 1st - 24th

Sunday 12:00-4:00

Monday-Friday 10:00-5:00

Saturday 10:00-5:00

Open 7 days a week until Christmas!

Celebrate our 4th Anniversary!

Holiday Events in November!

Click on the newsletter above to read!

Fall Fling Event - Thursday Oct. 14th 7-9:00 p.m.!

Join us next Thursday evening for a fun and festive Fall event!

Together with Vignettes Gift shop across the street from us,

we are inviting you to come shop and support a great cause.

Due to the wonderful success we had with our first "Cupcakes

for a Cause" we will once again be selling cupcakes here at

Blue Orchid Studio to raise money for the Animal Shelter!

Cupcake will be $1.50 each and 6 or more for a $1.00 each, all

the proceed benefit the Animal Shelter. Can't wait to see you!

September Newsletter! Click to read :)

Tarot Card Tin Signs!

You don't need to spend a fortune this fall to decorate!

Spruce up your favorite space with one of these NEW

tarot card theme tin signs. Can you believe they are 

only $8.99?  Hurry in today to see them up close!

Cupcakes for a Cause!

Join Blue Orchid Studio and Vignettes Gift Shops here

in Yorkville, next Thursday August 26th at 7:00 for

a delicious evening out! We are raising money for

Breast Cancer Research by selling fabulous cupcakes!

Grab your mom, sister, girlfriends and come in for 

a good cause!

NEW Shop Hours!

Hi Everyone,

We have recently decided to change our normal shop hours. We are now CLOSED Sunday and Monday, we apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your support! Check our Blog regularly for extended hours and any changes during the month of November and December for the holidays! Thanks :)

All Flags 25% off SALE!

All of the Flags we carry here at Blue Orchid Studio, including

the brackets are on SALE! 25% off all of our stock, and 

quantities are limited... so hurry in today. These flags are made

in Seattle and have a very long life outside!

 Take advantage of this great SALE!

"After Hours" Charity Shopping Party!

We hosted our 2nd "After Hours" charity shopping 

party here at the shop on June 25th, 2010! We had a

wonderful evening, with wine, cheese and desserts.

If you would like to enter to win a party, stop in the

shop today and sign-up!

Cinda B Trunk Show!

We are having a Cinda B Trunk Show

Saturday June 10th, 2010! In addition to

the show, we are having a 15% OFF

storewide SALE (excluding clearance items)

Stop in from 10:00 - 4:00 for refreshments 

and great discounts!

Shop CLOSED 4th of July!!!

Happy 4th of July!!!

The shop will be CLOSED on July 4th, 2010.

Normal business hours will resume

on Tuesday July, 6th.

Cinda B Handbags and Accessories

Cinda B Handbags and Accessories are brand NEW here

in the shop! I will admit that in the past, I have not been

one to really like "quilted" purses, but after seeing this

line... I'm hooked!!! Not only are these bags super cute,

they are durable and functional. Made in the USA and 

machine washable and stain resistant, you will want to

take these everywhere you go! Start building your 

collection today and pick your favorite pattern.

Saturday, July 10 we are having a Trunk Show for

the line, so stop in and sign up for the FREE raffle

giveaway from Cinda B!