Friday, December 2, 2011

quick sign update

'Cause I know that's all you've been thinking about. Met Nick the sign guy today about a sign for the front of the building and showed him all of the ideas we (that's you and me friends) came up with. I said I was worried people wouldn't know what kind of store it is, and that we all agree that antique sounds too fuddy duddy/granny/expensive. And he looked around and said how about vintage. And I explained that for some reason when I say I sell vintage people think of vintage clothes. And Nick said how about vintage decor? Well, now isn't that genius? I mean the store has antique and vintage and new, but if I only had two words to describe the vibe those would be them. Why didn't I think of that?

So we're thinking cream background, orange trim line, dark green letters and a pine branch with a pine cone. And these words:
Country Weekend
vintage decor
rustic ~ whimsical ~ lovely

What do you think?

Thanks for all the brainstorming you did with me. (See last post's comments if you missed it.) I have some ideas for flyers and posters and ads that I'm going to incorporate some of your ideas in. You guys are the best. Have a great weekend.


edited Wed. to add: Now I'm thinking about:
               
  Country Weekend
        Vintage
   decor & more
(Not that font or size proportion. Remember, this will be on the 2nd floor, exterior of the building for people who drive and walk by. I hope using the colors and design will also signal "fun" and "nature". I'll keep you updated.) 




Jen

11 comments:

  1. The image of pine branch and cone express your taste, adding to the wonderful sign.(^^)v

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  2. Sounds perfect. Did I miss a brainstorming session?

    xo Jane

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  3. I woke up this morning feeling a little queasy about the word "decor". I'm still open to suggestions!

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  4. Sounds wonderful! and I think 'decor' is good, since it lets people know they can find home accessories, etc...

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  5. p.s. maybe add the word 'accessories' or 'gifts'?? otherwise people might think its just home furnishings.

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  6. Good point, Anne. Vintage goods? Vintage stuff? :)

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  7. I love it! I can't wait to see how it turns out.

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  8. Jen,
    wow, I've been out of the loop! Been pretty busy since TK but back now. Love everything you've come up with so far, colors, logo, and wording. Love your 3 catch words! If you're not happy with the word decor, I thought vintage goods which I then saw you mentioned, what about vintage home goods? What ever you pick will be good.
    Can't wait to see what you end up with and the finished product! I love your taste and the things you find! Wish I was closer but then I'd be broke from buying all your stuff!
    Rebecca

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  9. Sounds like a winner! Just enough description to peak the curiousity (and make you want to stop in).

    It was fun being part of the process. I enjoy your blog!

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  10. i hope you stick with decor. i think it sounds like a good sign....
    let us know how it turns out.

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