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Count down…49 days to Blog Tour London!

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 0

Oh yeah! Making my list and checking it twice…getting ready for……BLOG TOUR LONDON!!! That’s right! I am joining Modenus and 14 other Designer/Bloggers (meet them all here!)on a trip to London in a few short weeks! We are...

KBIS or KBUST? 5 top K BAD’S!

Monday, June 18, 2012

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 15

Truth? Kind of a yawner. More of a social experience than a learning experience. I am sorry but I am a KBIS ( Kitchen and Bath Show) veteran. Been there in the days of Kohler’s...

I am passionate. Why not?

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 5

This is going out again for that special someone who does not “get” it. Get real. Be real. I would guess that most of my fomer teachers in school would say one of two...

Walking the job site: best money you will spend

Friday, January 6, 2012

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 0

We walked a job today with an electrician, builder and homeowner. Always fun, ‘eh? Actually is a good team and the electrician, whom I had not previously met, seemed to be on the same page...

Nostalgia: Ten years and still looking good!

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 1

Hello all! I have so much to share and am trying to find the time to fit it all in! Lots of new things going on at in detail! Business is good and this makes...

Passionately Busy!

Thursday, July 21, 2011

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 3

GAWD! It really has been a month since last post. Bad, Bad, Cheryl! I miss writing and the feedback! But seriously has been so busy. Lots of changes going on at the shop…one designer leaving...

Practical wisdom: “Kelly’s Kitchen Sync” is on the shelf!

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 3

I had the pleasure a year and a half ago to meet Kelly Morisseau, a second generation kitchen designer residing in my old home state of California. She is part of the now infamous (YEE...

WANTED:

Friday, May 27, 2011

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 3

I wrote this on the spur of the moment as sort of “therapy” ( the cheap kind )…. But oh so true. Find anyone…send my way! Wanted: Passionate individual. Loves all elements of design. Embraces...

Tales from Germany: The innocent are not protected!

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 12

As most of you know, I was one of 6 designers/bloggers across the country invited to the design fair at Imm Cologne and The living kitchen in Germany. This once in a lifetime trip was made...

The psychology of pink message pads and a busy boss: Bah.

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 8

Ok, so I do say in my masthead, tales of a working designer…what I do not say is also a working, small business OWNER…which has its own share of ups and downs. Against my better...

Ready or not! Here they come! Are college grads ready for LIFE?

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 2

As part of the # let’s blog off round up today, I am writing about the topic of “Are college graduates ready for real life” with the slant of an employer of 20 somethings and...

Flying by the seat of my pants…

Friday, April 2, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 5

Some of you might know we are soon moving our design showroom to a much larger building downtown. While this is super exciting, I am boggled by the amount of work that must be done...

What sort of credentials does your designer need to have?

Sunday, March 28, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 22

Ok, I am going to keep this short (as I can anyway) because really want to hear from YOU. Full disclosure: I have no letters after my name. I have a couple of last names...

When is lying ok?

Thursday, March 18, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 15

People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built ~~Eleanor Roosevelt, Today I found out a newish employee ordered something incorrectly. This happens. No big shocker. But...

Follow Up: Consumers: Know what you are getting into!

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 11

Today’s post illicited some strong opinions and also “been there done that” stories. I commented as well, but then thought, hey why not do a follow up post with some of the things I tell...

For those people who shop bricks and mortar stores… then buy off the internet

Monday, March 8, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 16

I hope every person reading this will make a comment and weigh in. Whether you are a business owner, employee or just a consumer, I want to hear your thoughts. Here is my truth: I...

Small Business and the Economy

Monday, January 18, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 1

A couple of my colleagues asked me to rerun this post from last June. I think is still timely and truthfully many business owners in our area are feeling much more optimistic going into 2010....

How can you know the right answer if you do not ask the right question?

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 6

Note: Was asked by a couple of tradespeople to run this again. Orig published in January. Interesting conversation tonight while talking to my attorney. Ok, well really it is my dad but he IS an...

If you are thinking about building a new home…

Monday, January 11, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 0

Ok, here is the good news: Since Jan 4th when we went back after New Year’s holiday, we have had 6 very good clients walk in the door. I am always excited about new potential...

How NOT to get hired…or IS IT ME??

Thursday, January 7, 2010

posted by: Cheryl

comments: 8

ok, I have ranted on FB and now am doing it here…I mean after all, what good is it to have a blog if you cannot complain a bit? I am actively looking for a...