| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| therusticcottage |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 1:36:50 PM
After much soul searching I have decided to retire The Rustic Cottage. Everything in my Etsy shop is half price and limited to the quantities on hand.
There are so many soap makers in the market and I have found myself wanting to take a different direction with my business. For now, I will take a break and work on some ideas that have been bouncing around in my head.
Thank you for your support and your business - I appreciate it so much!
Handmade Soap and More! http://therusticcottage.etsy.com
The Rustic Cottage Blog http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
PROUD FARMGIRL SISTER #100 |
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| therusticcottage |
Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 7:53:41 PM
Yes I have fallen to peer pressure! I'm weak - I'll admit it! LOL!
Handmade Soap and More! http://therusticcottage.etsy.com
The Rustic Cottage Blog http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
PROUD FARMGIRL SISTER #100 |
| rabbithorns |
Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 5:10:13 PM
Ah, Kay. You have fallen prey to the peer pressure huh? :-)
Glad to hear you'll be back at it.
http://www.rabbithorns.etsy.com & www.wayofthewife.blogspot.com |
| therusticcottage |
Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 10:15:44 AM
Allison - I was going to reopen my Etsy shop on February 1st but am not sure if that will happen now. I'm still working on some new things and I don't think they'll be ready by then. I have decided to keep The Rustic Cottage - after so many kind emails and comments to do so.
Handmade Soap and More! http://therusticcottage.etsy.com
The Rustic Cottage Blog http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
PROUD FARMGIRL SISTER #100 |
| rabbithorns |
Posted - Jan 22 2009 : 11:42:56 AM
I just went to Rustic Cottage on Etsy and it says it will reopen Feb 1.
Does anyone know any secrets? What did I miss?
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| lacisne88 |
Posted - Jan 19 2009 : 2:28:53 PM
I wish you good luck in all of your future endeavors!
Chelsey
Farmgirl Sister #283
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| FarmgirlRory |
Posted - Jan 19 2009 : 04:39:06 AM
I am sad to see you go. You are a talent. I hope you continue with the soaps; but I am also excited to see what you will do next.
Thanks for sharing your talents with us. |
| spaciousplace |
Posted - Jan 14 2009 : 8:33:32 PM
Hi Kay,
I too am saddened by your store closing. I love your calendula soap so much. I am so glad I got that last order in, but will definitely miss the soap when it is used up.
Mary :)
http://hydrangeaskies.blogspot.com/
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| Beemoosie |
Posted - Jan 10 2009 : 12:39:04 PM
Oh Kay you must have sold out fast~I missed it!!!
Can't wait to see what is next for you and the Rustic Cottage!
My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit rejoices in God my Savior. Luke 1:46,47
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http://beemoosie-picture-diary.blogspot.com/ |
| countrygrace |
Posted - Jan 10 2009 : 08:55:53 AM
Kay,
Enjoy your month off. I am also sure you will be back with more wonderful ideas.
Your soaps are wonderful!
Hugs, Grace
"From Our Heart With Our Hands"
http://home.earthlink.net/~daveandgrace/ |
| 5 acre Farmgirl |
Posted - Jan 09 2009 : 4:18:54 PM
When one door closes , Hop through the open window!!!     
Farmgirl Sister #368
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| frolicnfibers |
Posted - Jan 09 2009 : 07:18:34 AM
Kay I'm sure you'll come up with the perfect solution. Enjoy your month off!!
Diana
Please come visit my animals and my Etsy store on my new blog!
http://www.frolicnfibers.blogspot.com |
| therusticcottage |
Posted - Jan 08 2009 : 3:35:18 PM
Thank you all so much for your kind words. I have had so many emails from people begging me not to quit my business. I am taking a month off to mull over some ideas and make a final decision about which direction I want to go. I will certainly let you all know what I decide. Thanks so much for your support!
Hugs,
Kay
Handmade Soap and More! http://therusticcottage.etsy.com
The Rustic Cottage Blog http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
PROUD FARMGIRL SISTER #100 |
| Farmtopia |
Posted - Jan 08 2009 : 12:48:03 AM
I agree. Wow, I can't imagine you leaving the business, but I am sure that whatever else you decide to do, it will be wonderful! Good luck and you know you have our support :)
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| Forrester Farm |
Posted - Jan 07 2009 : 10:35:29 AM
Kay, I was so surprised to read this! I guess we all have tides and seasons in our life - our businesses even go thru it. Having conversations with you in the past about business adventures, I know that your trust and heart are in the right place - you will do well no matter what! God bless you! And, I agree - keep the name! Besides, you just had your moment of fame on esty.
Ann
Forrester Farm
www.forresterfarm.com
www.forresterfarm.etsy.com |
| kpaints |
Posted - Jan 06 2009 : 09:18:52 AM
Oh, so sorry to hear this. Love the name though, maybe you can keep it. I sent through an order. If it were spring I could come meet you and pick it up. My sister in law lives there. Good luck to you.
Find your joy and live it. http://cheneybaglady.blogspot.com/http://www.kpaints.etsy.com |
| MsCwick |
Posted - Jan 06 2009 : 08:32:00 AM
I emailed you. |
| country lawyer |
Posted - Jan 06 2009 : 05:24:41 AM
Can't wait to hear what you'll be doing next! You are so talented; it is certain to be a success. GOOD LUCK and keep us posted, Kay! |
| therusticcottage |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 11:54:48 PM
Thank you all - you are so sweet!
Handmade Soap and More! http://therusticcottage.etsy.com
The Rustic Cottage Blog http://therusticcottage.blogspot.com
PROUD FARMGIRL SISTER #100 |
| QueenofQuiteAlot |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 8:52:13 PM
Kay I agree that you shouldn't retire your Rustic Cottage name! It suits you. Sorry to see anotehr soap & bath & body person go...there are alot of us, aren't there? I'm excited to see what you come up with next! You have great creativity and I'm sure it will be something marvelous *U* Be sure to let us know!
Dalyn
~Hick Chicks Soap Barn ~
www.hickchickssoapbarn.com
Homespun Raw Goat Milk Soaps 'n More
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Muckboots 'N Aprons at Home Chapter
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| sunshine |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 5:08:02 PM
This is so sad to me as you are the only place/ person that makes a lotion my kids can use for eczema that doesn't make it worse it actually helps it to heal.
have a lovely day and may God bless you and keep you safe
Farmgirl Sister #115
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my web store vintage threadshttp://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=79144 |
| jpbluesky |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 4:42:46 PM
Kay - you will go on to something bigger and better so do not retire the Rusticcottage name. It is yours! I look forward to what you plan next! Who knows, it could be Rustic Candles, Rustic Babydolls, Rustic Table Linens.....GO FROM HERE!
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
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| HeathersStitches |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 3:33:46 PM
I'm Sorry your closing but Hope the New Year brings you great things! I ordered some soap
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| Alee |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 3:25:57 PM
Kay I too am sad to hear you are closing your doors for now, but I know that whatever ideas come to you in the future will be amazing and wonderful!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our blog: www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com
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| Jami |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 2:53:30 PM
Kay, I can't wait to see what you do next! You're talented, girl.
Jami in WA
Farmgirl Sister #266
http://woolyinwashington.wordpress.com/
http://farmhouseflair.etsy.com |
| Sitnalta |
Posted - Jan 05 2009 : 2:05:29 PM
Thank you for ketting us know of the sale,Kay.I am sorry to hear that you are not going to be doing it anymore.
Here's to your new adventure and new things!
hugs!!
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn  hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work You don't give up.
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