Let's Start an Online Store

Sweet memories linger of a little store called Scribbles that was part of my life for more than a decade.

Thoughts of reviving the joy and fun and creativity has always been in the back of my mind, and a text from a former employee brought our little planning team together and pushed into go-mode.

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In December 2023, Emily sent me a text message and a photo of a mug she made for a teacher friend. 

Emily wrote, "I work with a teacher who grew up in Fresno and loved Scribbles, but never got anything from there, so I made this for her for Christmas. I didn't have all the right colors, but it sure brought back a lot of sweet memories."

Carol: "I LOVE IT!!! You made my day! Might be time to start an online store!!

Emily: "Oh, my word, that wold be so fun!!"

Carol:  I wonder . . . "

That text got the ball rolling and six months later Sweet Poppy Shop became a reality.

My employees were "family"!  A couple of them were actually related to me but the rest of them quickly became family. Between treasured employees and customers who have become lifelong friends, 1996-2008 were a pretty impactful and rewarding time of my life and I learned so much in the process of having fun.

I wondered . . .

  • How can we bring back the joy of and creativity of Scribbles?
  • Can we create the same ambiance and relationships with our customers?
  • How can we give other artists a platform to share their creations. 
Oh, my goodness . . . let's do this!
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