I have a really bad habit of starting projects, getting completely and utterly obsessed and simply abandoning them a few months later. It’s kind of a joke with those who know me best, and really quite a marvel that I’ve manged to stick with this blogging thing as long as I have.
One of my brief obsessions was a little kitchen store I had when we lived in Tennessee. It was called Bread & Butter, and was housed in an old warehouse as part of an antique mall set-up. It meant that I could buy, stock and merchandise, but didn’t need to man the shop. It was perfect for me. I closed it up when Ben was born, but never really got the whole thing out of my system.
The brick and mortar shop I dream of isn’t an option right now, so for the moment, I’ve revamped and reopened my little kitchen shop on-line at breadandbuttershoppe.com. I’ve got adorable aprons, fun cookware and some great holiday gifts.
In the coming weeks, I’ll be doing some great giveaways and charity auctions, so stay tuned. And, as a reader here, I’ve got a special gift for you. Use the code SCARYMOMMY at checkout for a surprise I know you’ll love.
Please check it out and let me know what you think!
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I’m going to check it out right now! How awesome, yay you!
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How cute was your little shop, SO my taste.
I am going to your site now, my future sis in law is a caterer and would love this stuff.
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Very cool!
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Oh, how cute is your site and how NICE are you to link to fellow bloggers there! I got Miss D. a cherry apron to match the one I own!
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Good lord, Woman, you are unbelievable! Congratulations on re-opening your little dream store (if only on the internet for now). You are so creative.
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That’s fantastic. Can’t wait to check it out.
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Your stuff is awesome! If I wasn’t broke I would be ordering gifts like crazy! lol.
Have a great Thanksgiving hun!
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OK, just went to check it out. So cute. I may just have to get myself some of those fluted snack bowls. Way cuter than my Ikea ones. And the Carlotta apron is going on my Xmas list.
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You go, girl. I’m going to visit right now…
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you make me tired woman….how you do this all is beyond my realm.
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I am so excited for you, my friend. Good things are in store!
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I just clicked through every section and I want it all! I love it – so excited for you Jill!
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Your stuff is soooo yummy – makes me wish I lived your side of the pond! Good luck with it x
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I saw this button our side bar earlier and clicked on it. It is a very cute place and you have some awesome stuff.
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I’m with Ann. Good Lord woman, you ARE unbelievable!!! Who are you and why are you able to handle so friggin’ much in your life?? And give some of it to ME!!! :-)
Congrats! Can’t wait to check it out!
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Just wondering was your kitchen store in Franklin? I remember a great area where there were some great shops clustered in one building. I saw Faith Hill there one day with her girls.
Kudos on opening the shop online. Great idea and more exposure!
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November 23rd, 2009 at 10:26 pm
No, Chattanooga, but I love those stores in Franklin. So cute!!
And, thank you, guys! It’s been lots of fun. :)
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Okay, gonna have to have to have to venture over solely based on the fact that I can never seem to see a project through either and now intend to live vicariously through you!
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Oh my! That looks so amazing- even from someone who NEVER cooks. However, we are putting in a new kitchen and maybe you’ll have the perfect accessory!!
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Jill — the shop is awesome! Congrats on this new adventure!
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I’ve considered the possibility that I may suffer from some sort of manic depression. For the same reason you boldly admit here.
I get crazy about an idea. Let it rule me for days, even weeks, blood sweat tears, snot…..you get the picture.
Then, I just up and quit. Not because I lost interest, but because I lost faith. Not faith in my ability to finish either. But, faith in the ability to finish it with the PERFECTION I originally set out to achieve. I am my worst critic……I can ridicule myself into giving up on many things.
Like three half written novels.
But, I do bake. (and I don’t turn the oven off before the cake rises) So, I will visit your shop. If only to peruse your personal defeatism.
The one thing we both follow through on, though, is motherhood. I’d like to think its my greatest work!
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Very cute! I may just have to get some presents. For myself, that is.
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Hello! Finding a way to reaching out. God Bless!
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What a great concept! I LOVE kitchen stuff. Which is contradictory because I’m not really that much of a cook, but oh well. I also love writing stuff and I’m not much of a writer either, so there you go. I’ll definitely go check it out!
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omg I LOVE IT!!! My mother had a small gift shop in our tiny town while I was growing up. Her favorite parts of being the owner were all the SHOPPING trips!!
I am GOING to buy from YOU!!!
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The only reason why I have continued this blogging thing and am finishing my book is because my husband has challenged me saying that I always start out strong only to fizzle out. Well, here is my true test.
Will I reach success if I don’t fizzle out or should I give in and revert back to my old self?
I wish that we had boutiques like Bread and Butter here in Aspen. We used to but the rents got too high. Your shop reminds me of the stores I used to love back in Massachusetts. I will visit it right now and look for X-mas gifts.
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Cool stuff, man! I admire you for having the drive to do all the stuff you do.
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Very nice! I wish you much success!
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Super-cool Jill! I’m definitely going to check this out…looking for a good place to do Christmas shopping!
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OMG!!! I think I could make my husband a list a mile long with the things that I have to have from your shop!!! It is ADORABLE!!!! LOVE IT!!!
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Such a cute site AND cute products! I love that you took your store from brick and mortar to click and mortar– what an awesome achievement!
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This could prove to be dangerous for me. I love kitchen stores almost as much as book stores. Good luck with your shop!
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Your shoppe is soo cute! Wish I had known about it when I was planning Sophia’s birthday. I love the polka dot runner and napkins!
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Heading there now, Jill!
Justine :o )
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Adorable stuff! I am loving the kid’s chef hat and monkey spoons. I think I’ll spend Black Friday shopping on your website. =)
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Your site looks awesome! The aprons look like little dresses! I am going to put it on my Wish List and send my sister to your blog. I want one! :) Best of Luck!
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Oh my goodness : ) I am going to check it out right this second!
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Wow, there is some very fun stuff in there! Good for you!
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I am the polar opposite of domestic. I don’t think I have cooked or baked something (all by myself) EVER, but my new bud The Kitchen Witch sent me here and I’m thankful she did. (Thankful even the day after Thanksgiving. Good, no?) I will check out your goodies and who knows… Maybe between the two of you, I will become a new woman? A girl can dream, right? Happy belated Thanksgiving!
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Heading over there in a minute to check it out… love the name, sounds adorable!
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That is awesome. I love the name, love it!!!!!! Definitely checking it all out!!!!
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