by Michele | Jan 4, 2021 | Other
I suppose I could delve into the world of best painted pieces this year. Or, the most popular. Or, most viewed social media posts. But, to be honest, I’m a bit business weary. I’m an avid reader. I devour books and this year was no different. But, I had...
by Michele | Dec 17, 2020 | Design, Inspiration
Original article by Mike Cahill with excerpts from knot too shabby and other experts Still have that hideous worn-down sofa from senior year of college? What about the hand-me-down recliner that you bought for $5 from the Salvation Army? Many of us look at antiquated,...
by Michele | Nov 23, 2020 | Business, Community, Holidays
Many of you have asked how we are surviving. How is business. Are we hangin’ in there. I am optimistic. I thrive in an environment of challenge where I am expected to solve problems and find creative solutions. But this?! This season has been tough. I...
by Michele | Mar 21, 2020 | Attention Shoppers, Business
Now that you have a seemingly unending amount of time on your hands, you can start checking off those projects that you’ve been meaning to get to. We’re here to keep you supplied during qarantine. With limited to virtually non-existent shop hours,...
by Michele | Sep 12, 2019 | Other
I am woman, hear me roar….or scream if there are cockroaches, mice or rats involved. Yep…that is man’s work and I just, can’t. even. And, this is why I will stay married so my man can flush the roaches, set the traps then consequently take them...
by Michele | Aug 28, 2019 | Holidays, Inspiration
The very first Annie Sloan Paint color I ever cracked open was Duck Egg Blue. It’s a not-quite-pastel blue with green undertones, reminiscent of French and Swedish interiors. Annie says, “it can be described as a Rococo blue, as nothing says French and...
by Michele | May 1, 2019 | Design, Inspiration
There are some pieces that aren’t worth selling. Either, because I like them too much and have scouted a place in the house for it, or because too much time was involved in the refinishing process and the time spent will never be recouped in the final sale. Both...
by Michele | Apr 12, 2019 | Attention Shoppers, Community, Vendor News
We couldn’t have asked for better weather at this years #knottooshabbyBAZAAR!!!! Blue, cloud filled skies and a perfect 75 degrees. As always, our small, curated group of vendors is the best of the best among the local handmade community! We love welcoming back...
by Michele | Jan 25, 2019 | Business, Inspiration, Tips & Tricks, Vendor News
A new calendar year brings with it #knottooshabbyBAZAAR season! Vendor applications, schedules, food truck bookings, marketing development…a lot goes into our annual spring show and this year is no exception! With eight years under our belts, the knot too shabby...
by Michele | Jan 18, 2019 | Inspiration
We’ve had a lot going on for the past couple of weeks. Piles of custom orders to get out the door. A new series of paint workshops plus some private kitchen cabinet lessons; such a full schedule keeps us all on our toes and in some regards, I think we are more...
by Michele | Jan 15, 2019 | Business
Some days, I have a hard time grappling with the fact that we’ve been here for over eight years. Other days, I can’t believe it’s been only eight years when it feels like we’ve been here forever! One customer just told me last week that we are...
by Michele | Oct 19, 2018 | Attention Shoppers, Community, Vendor News
From the dogs, to the vendors, to the kids and toddlers, to the team, the volunteers, the artisans…hundreds of people bring the knot too shabby BAZAAR to the Glendora community with PIZZAZZ and PROFITABILITY! Look forward to our next event on April 6th, 2019...
by Michele | Aug 10, 2018 | Other, Tutorials
School is approaching. Schedules are picked up. Books have been distributed. That never ending task list seems to be growing longer rather than dwindling. But, by some miracle we’ll get it all done before the kids are pushed out the door! This year, my oldest...
by Michele | May 7, 2018 | Tips & Tricks, Tutorials
If you’ve ever pulled out a can of Pure White Chalk Paint® then you know first hand it isn’t one of those Annie Sloan paint colors that goes on effortlessly with just one coat. If anyone tells you it is a one coat color, they are lying. LYING I TELL...
by Michele | Jan 20, 2018 | Inspiration
Caitlin and I were talking earlier this week and I was telling her that I feel like we should have some sort of big, epic 2018 announcement to share! But, that’s not the case. I’m relishing the fact that after seven years of business, we are at a point...
by Michele | Nov 15, 2017 | Attention Shoppers, Business, Community, Holidays
In the online revolution of convenience over experience, it’s a challenge for the small business owner to dream up new ways to make shopping more interactive and personable! What if shopping in a community was about a collective experience? What if small...
by Michele | Nov 13, 2017 | Business, Community
Recently, I was asked to submit a questionnaire for Voyage LA publication. It’s been awhile since I’ve been interviewed so grabbed on to this opportunity enthusiastically. Interviews have a way of delving into the details of the business that I rarely...
by Michele | Nov 9, 2017 | Attention Shoppers, Community, Holidays
Once Halloween is over, it is officially Christmastime in the Village. (Mind you, we’ll still have a few of the fall and Thanksgiving items until the end of November). The Annual Glendora Holiday Stroll is on Friday, November 17th from 6:00 9:00 pm! Here are my...
by Michele | Oct 27, 2017 | Other
In 1990, I was eleven years old. I had froo-froo bangs, wore double stacked socks, cuffed my jeans (which, ironically I do today) and had a sweet pair of LA Gears complete with a dangling key chain. My biggest worry in 1990 was that I had to wear glasses (which were...
by Michele | Oct 26, 2017 | Business, Design, Inspiration
About a year ago, my now friend Sandy from Brock Designs came into the shop and through conversations and brainstorming, she was recruited (maybe volunteered…or coerced) to help design our window displays. I have to tell you something about window displays...