Things we can cross off our list today....

1. POPIN 2007 taxes filed (thank you Lord!!)

2. Awesome mention on the fabulous Jennifer Paganelli's blog, Sis Boom

3. Marriage proposal to Jamie from random stranger that walked by the shop (who swore that he would become a millionare if she would leave her husband for him, oh yeah he was about 20 years old and thought she was 23!!)

4. Wendy gets called "Hey Sexy" by a random bum on the sidewalk

5. Restocked on Wee Blockers, call us to reserve yours today!!

If you want something, go straight to the top!!

One of our goals at market this past weekend was to pick up a much requested line of layette for our store called Kissy Kissy. Mission Accomplished! Of course we at POPIN don't just go and meet with a sales rep to buy into the line, nope, we went straight to the OWNER OF THE COMPANY! We met with Luis (see him here with Wendy...) and he was so excited about our store and couldn't wait to get us as much Kissy Kissy as we could handle. If you're one of the two people in the world unfamiliar with Kissy Kissy, is it the sweetest, softest layette line around. 100% Pima cotton, handmade in Peru (where Luis and his wife visit at least once a month to oversee operations) According to Luis, Kissy Kissy is the nickname that he and his wife called their grandson, so when they started their company it was a natural fit... cute grandson/cute clothing...no brainer. We will let you guys know when we get our first shipment in, from the sounds of it it is going to go fast!

Our trip to market was so successful! You guys are just gonna flip when you see all of the cute fall clothing we ordered...unfortunately we will have to wait until at least August....but I'll just say it will be worth the wait!!

Wendy and I did have fun in Atlanta despite the small window that we had while we were there to even breathe... here is something that made us laugh on the way to our hotel (what's in your backyard?...)
And a pic of our hotel room....it seemed to us that they knew the POPIN girls would be there...our logo being a poppy and the only art hanging on the walls being a big poppy. (this was the case on our last market trip too, completely different hotel, I wish I would've snapped a pic....the coincidence is just overwhelming)

Glad to be back, we always miss you guys when we're gone! ~J

Off we go...back to market

The fun/crazy/exhausting part of keeping a store that carries gifts, furnishings, and clothing is the amount of times you have to go to Market on buying trips. Wendy & I just got back from Atlanta two weeks ago and we're headed back up this weekend, we drive each time (the 5 hour car ride gives us plenty of time to plan our infamous "next floor move") This weekend we will be there picking out the clothing our store will get in in the Fall of this year....so hard to think about since we are just starting to get in all of our cute Spring lines now!!! Ann will be working at the store on Saturday so come in and say hi (for those of you that don't know her yet, she's awesome, oh yeah...she's also our Mom!) ~J

Rock on!

At POPIN we have two distinct customer types. Being in the South, it is inevitable that we will have the very Traditional Moms who love smocking and monograms more than life itself... and then we have the Funky moms that wouldn't touch pastel gingham with a ten foot pole. These T's and onesies are for the latter and I must say... they totally ROCK! ~J

Bring on the Spring Showers!

We are ready to splash around in the rain that is looming around Florida now, we just received our shipment of swanky Mary Jane rainboots! We carry the white/black style and have toddler sizes 6-11 (man do I wish I could get a ladies 8.5!!)
It's been another crazy day of shipments at POPIN, Wendy has been working hard to update our website - sorry to all of you who were wondering what happened - she had to take it down for a week to work on it! We are trying desperately to keep things up to date on the site so keep checking for all of our fun new items coming in... if you see something you or your little one simply can not live without just give us a call 904-886-3947 and we'll ship ASAP! ~J

Something for everyone, even me!

I know it's been awhile since I've given any updates on the Walker family expansion plan...Brian and I are seriously considering adoption/foster parenting right now. It might be a long road ahead but you could imagine how excited I was when we got in these super cute baby books especially for Adopted babies. Each page makes it easy for the adopted parents to keep records that are special to their situation. It's nice to know that there is something for people like me! I'll keep you guys posted if/when we know anything but for now, if you would, just keep us in your prayers.
If you like the look of these albums we also have the traditional albums (they look the same on the outside, just different pages inside) in both pink and blue. They are 10"x11.5" (a nice substantial size) and cost just $40, call or email if you would like me to hold one for you ~J

Look away fire marshall!!!

We got back from market only a week ago but already the shipments have been rolling in!!! Our UPS guy is constantly giving us dirty looks and threatening to disown us if we keep this madness up. Wendy and I spent all day today unloading boxes and trying to tag and display this fun new merchandise...it is so crazy around here but cuteness is out of control!!!! Lots of new clothing... finally some newborn sizes...the cutest shoes ever should be here this week....stay tuned! ~J

bring on the paint

The Wall before:
The Wall After Tricia worked her magic:She did this in a day and a half!!! You have to come in to see the detail...including glitter. She is amazing and so reasonably priced. If you would like to set up an appointment with Tricia to paint your dream room (doesn't have to be a kid's room either), contact her at 904-612-9688.

Fun, Fun, Fun

We just got back from a whirlwind of a trip to Market to find great new goodies for the store and I think it was the best trip yet. We are so excited about all of the new things we found that will be arriving at the store in the weeks to come. One of POPIN's goals is to bring you the most unique products out there. I never understood a store owner who checks out what the other stores have just to copy them. When I go shopping, I want to go into a store who has their own style, not just one copied from another store. One item that has already arrived that we are so happy to have found (and be the only ones in Jacksonville to carry) are the Pregnancy Planners for the sophisticated new Mom! Check out these prints:They have a place for all of the important information inside: a section for your Dr. Appointments, Calenders, Pediatrician information, checklists and labor & delivery.
Also, another new item we have is the Wrap N Wear slings. What separates these slings from the other ones out there is that these slings 1) can be worn 12 different ways, including front, side and back 2) it comes with a DVD that shows you each way to wear your sling (and they show you using a real baby). This was really important to us because we have heard from Mom's that they were scared to try some of the slings out there because they weren't sure how to use them. If you want to check it out, we have the DVD playing in the store. They come in a variety of colors and can be monogrammed!
Valentines is quickly approaching and we have some special gifts that would be perfect for your little ones (or great for Teachers too).
Last, our new Spring clothing is arriving everyday. We started putting it on the floor yesterday and we are loving all of the spring colors! Stay tuned for pictures of a beautiful mural that is being painted in the store today...

Happy Holidays

Christmas brings such a time of love
Each tender heart holds so much of
Unselfishness thrives, trust is strong
The purpose to give, send love along.

A time of pleasantries, patience too
Good wishes to all, all feelings true
Thankfulness follows each fine deed
Gifts from our God, never from greed.

Great the rewards that joy does bring
Like the beauty in hearing angels sing
We pray for our loved, each so dear
Especially those who can't be near.

Many leave home to bravely serve
All freedoms we have, they preserve
Do pray for our troops, as we should
And their families too, if you would.

Give thanks to our Lord, His only Son
And cherish His Christmas, everyone.

Merry Christmas from Jamie & Wendy!

Get 'em while there here!

We received a shipment in of the new Oopsy Daisy Peel & Place Art this morning and they won't last long. This is our 5th shipment since October and we just can't keep them in stock. It is such a brilliant idea...you put the art where you want it and it can be removed or replaced later. We have these sets on our walls in the store and no one can tell they aren't hand painted on. Kids love these!

Oh So Original!

Wendy and I are all about supporting artists, both local and national. Those people who create such unique items that you know you have something truly special. If you share our love for supporting handmade items you will be happy to know that our resident artist - Wendy- just brought in some of her one-of-a-kind albums and some special fairy wands that are so cute you'll want them all (I personally have already bought 3 wands... like every 31 year old woman needs right???)
I'll added a few of my WISH list art pieces for my home (you know, what I always list when my husband asks me what I would buy first if we won the lottery) you can click on any of them to find out more about the artists. Have a great weekend ~J

**UPDATE - 12/17/07 - it seems someone has shoplifted the album that I featured above - WOW, we are both just stunned. bah humbug!**

Bumble Bags on Sale Now!

Just wanted to let you guys know about our huge sale on all of our in-stock diaper bags that is going on thru Christmas Eve. Take 30% off all diaper bags in the store as well as 30% off all of the matching carseat covers. We have a great selection but they won't last long so tell Santa to add one on his list for you (call ahead 886-3947 to check stock colors, if Santa needs a little guidance!)

Look what's new

Some of our new favorites:we just received a huge shipment of flower hats and headbands

New twilight ladybugs are in stock, we have a couple of turtles left too.Hand knit animal booties are a must have (we only have one pair of reindeer left)Rosies, mary janes, cowboy boots, johnnies, golf and jenny's are all in stock!

New games from Eeboo just in time for Christmas, Preston's new favorite: What time is it?Hand made personalized purses for all of the little princess (my personal favorite, the Gator Girl)Sport Big Belly Banks are the #1 gift for boys in the store!

Your little one can live in luxury too!

We are honored to be included in the holiday gift guide for Jacksonville's Luxury Living Magazine. They had the photo shoot a couple of months ago so we weren't sure what items were going to make it in. The phone started to ring with people trying to buy what they were seeing the magazine. Jamie and I ran down to the grocery store to see what all was inside. We are happy to see they picked out some of our best sellers. The retro sofas and the ric-rac dress with matching purse. Just in time for Santa!

What a party!

We finally have recovered from the Open House, it was so much fun! The store was filled with people, the snacks were delicious and we were able to make one lady very, very happy!We had a little help drawing a name for the winner of the double stroller. And the winner was...

Janice Batch! We couldn't be happier, we know her two boys are going to love going for rides in this. Thank you all for making the past 3 years the best!

Happy Birthday to Us!!!

Can you believe it? POPIN is turning 3 tomorrow. Boy, time does fly (my little one was just learning how to walk when we opened and now she's learning to read).
Thank you so much for making our store so the best in Jacksonville! We have enjoyed getting to know each and every one of you.
Thank you for each word of encouragement.
We have made so many new friends over the past three years and love being in the lives of those little ones we have come to know since their birth.
Please join us for some celebrating!

TODAY ONLY - come see our special guest!

During 10am-4pm on Saturday 12/1/07 we will have a special guest in our store, Summer Myers. Summer has a fabulous set up in POPIN today and is selling Beijo handbags. (check them out at www.beijobags.com) She has a great selection to choose from so stop in and you can narrow down both the kids (we are busting at the seams with unique toys) and your girlfriends on your shopping list with some absolute must-have items!! ~Jamie

Thanks...to you!

We wanted to remind everyone that we will be closed on Thursday and Friday but back open regular hours on Saturday. Today we are unpacking huge shipments of Christmas toys at the store.


We'll be updating the website with new items too. We also have started planning our next Make-it/Take-it (the best one yet too!) It will be in January since the holiday times are just so busy for everyone. We will keep you posted as it gets a little closer to the date.


We wanted to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! Please travel safe and give extra hugs to your loved ones.

We're Back!!!!

Whew! It was a long exciting weekend getaway but we're back and getting right back to work. We had the chance to meet the most amazing artists this weekend at Silver Bella in Omaha, Nebraska. Just as we were leaving for our trip, look what arrived:This is the new bedding using Jennifer Paganelli's wonderful fabrics from her Sis Boom collection. And just looky who our first class was with at Silver Bella:
Miss Jennifer Paganelli herself! It was such a fun class, we made Christmas cones and a beautiful Christmas banner. We had 4 other classes with 4 other amazing teachers. You can read more about it over at Wendy's blog. At vendor night (we did so much shopping it wasn't even funny) it was designated as Junk Gypsies attire, here we are:
OK, OK, more later...we've got to get some work done around here!