We have always dreamed of ditching our day jobs and opening a store. Over the years, we tossed around a million crazy ideas ā ice cream cones taller than our heads (our kids idea, obviously!), a bookstore filled with hidden reading nooks, a garden center where you could get lost for hours (my obsession, no surprise).
Remember those ‘choose your own adventure’ books? We used to play a version with our kids where they’d pick the next store the characters visited. Of course, those little stinkers could never agree! So, we invented a magical place called ‘The Favorite Things Store’ where everyone could find something they loved.
Wendell House is our grown-up version of that magical store. We’re filling it with things that make life easier for busy families like ours ā healthy food for everyone (including the furry ones!), beautiful homeware, and little treasures that spark pure joy (think cozy throws for movie nights, local pottery and maybe a shelf dedicated to my plant obsession!).
Right now, it’s all hands on deck. We’re knee-deep in the boring stuff like insurance and fixtures (yawn!), but we’re also taste-testing every local salsa we can find. We want to make sure our shelves are stocked with the absolute best! We’re focusing on local and regional makers, eco-friendly products, and companies that give back to good causes.
We can’t wait to open our doors in September and hopefully become your favorite things store, too! In the meantime, what are some things on YOUR favorite things list?”
Wow! Iām so happy for you! Retail is hard and a lot of work! Wishing you every ounce of success! š„°š„°š„°š„°ššš
This is such great news! Exactly what the neighborhood needs.
So excited about your store! It is going to elevate the area! My favorite kind of store is a “favorite things store!” I will be a frequent shopper! We are building a home in Old Trail this is one more thing about the area we are going to love!! Thank you for making your dream a reality!
Looking forward to all the goodness your new shop will provide! Best wishes for much success.