thank you :: teacher appreciation day

We have had so many great teachers in our lives, and for that we give thanks. From Mrs. Ballangee in first grade to Mrs. Beaton in fifth grade to Professor Kubzansky in college. They shaped us and educated us and helped us during the most formative years of our lives in ways we cannot even begin to describe. The teacher we are most thankful for, however, is our mom. A first and second grade educator for so many years - not only in the classroom but in the home as well! We owe her thanks each and every day.

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day today, we thought we'd share a simple, yet beautiful idea on how your child can thank their teachers. This year we gathered up the class list and emailed the parents asking each child to bring in a fresh bloom for each of their teachers. The end result is a bouquet as unique as the children in the class!  :: give thanks ::

in print :: in store :: bkr bottles

Everything we sell, we love. Take the bkr bottle for example, these water bottles are not only functional but beautiful. We have multiple bkr's in our kitchens and are always wondering what color we are going to buy next. These bottles fit perfectly in our cup holders, never tip over, are easy to carry with the loop top, come in beautiful colors and never, ever taste funky. Because they are made with glass you can put orange juice in one day and water the next and never taste yesterday's breakfast. Ever. You can also drop them on the sidewalk (often) and they come out unscathed (although we wouldn't recommend purposely trying this!). We have been selling these beauties for a couple years now and are excited to finally see some of our favorite magazines jump on board the bkr wagon. 

let's take a stroll down memory lane

It has been ages since we've seen this photo.

Actually, the image within the photo.

The one on the right where 'Mamy' and M are walking down Midland Avenue.

Let's take a better look...

She hasn't worn those pink cowboy boots in at least a year.

If not longer.

They simply grow up far too fast.

Pick up your copy of the Basalt Chamber of Commerce Directory

to get the insight on everything Basalt.

And to check out that adorable munchkin strolling down memory lane.

spring sale :: in-store and online!

SHOP in-store at 231 Midland Avenue in Downtown Basalt and save 15% storewide

:: or ::

SHOP online and use code BFABB3 to save 30% online

How Inviting: Express Yourself Grand Opening Invite

enjoy this new series of invitation images and inspiring color combinations

from express yourself

New Space = Happy Place

We have been busy these first few weeks of 2013. In mid-January, we moved from our old store to a new space just up the street. Only 195 steps away to be exact. With more than double the space, we have successfully managed to spread out, create a cozy fireplace seating area (the husband drop-off) and we now have a fantastic studio in the back of the store. The studio space allows us room to work one-on-one with clients and fulfill all the creative custom paper goods orders. We have theHELLOtote on display as well so that you can easily see the options for creating a custom welcome bag. 

New space = happy place.

We won't lie. It's fantastic. And you will find us here. Often.

Stop by our new space at:

231 Midland Avenue

Suite 201

(formerly Toklat Gallery)

Downtown Basalt, Colorado

As always, visit us online:

Express Yourself

theHELLOtote

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