I have been eying this new shopping center for a while now. A cute looking store was opening and Saturday we finally got the chance to go in. I am so glad we did! The prices are reasonable and the customer service was excellent!

The store is very roomy and full of great gift ideas (for yourself or someone else).

I took my daughter with me, as she is a connoisseur of all things pink. This was her favorite item:

There are gifts for grown ups:

My favorite bags:

Adorable flip flops for little feet (only $12.00 a pop!)

They also have a GREAT selection of children’s clothes. There are some smocked outfits, but also some very trendy outfits for spring that I LOVED.

If you want to mail me something, I suggest this:
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If you are going:
2509 S. Cashua Dr. (beside Creek Ratz)
Florence, SC 29501
662-8135
(If you go, tell them about the Flossip! They don’t know me and I received nothing for this post, but I like to spread the word about the website!)
(I do recommend they get a facebook page or a website!)

Last week was super busy for the Flossip. A lot of good things happening– to the Flossip and to Florence! So… how many have heard the rumor that a new restaurant is opening where Benton’s used to be at Seven Oaks?

While you are out and about shopping, don’t forget to print out the Flossip holiday deals as well as the Flirt! boutique ad! You don’t have to have a copy– just mention you read about the business on the Flossip and you will get the deal!

Christmas shopping time is running short! Look for a local gift guide to be up by Tuesday! (Setting a deadline for myself!)

You will notice a new ad in the sidebar for Flirt! Boutique here in Florence. The Flossette* wrote a review of Flirt! a few months back and loved it. They also have a facebook page with other deals listed.

Best of all, Flossip readers get 15% off just for mentioning their ad on the Flossip! How awesome is that? Check out Flirt Boutique today and finish up some Christmas shopping.

315 Rainbow Dr.
Florence, SC, 29501
(Near Apple Annies)

(This post is written in conjunction with a paid advertisement.)

I mentioned earlier that there will be a fun Christmas Bazaar at All Saint’s this weekend. I have gotten some emails from merchants that plan to be there and thought you might want to look at some of the fun things they have to offer!

Homemade Gourmet by Julie Williamson

All You Need Scrapbook Kits

Cards by Kooper

Let me know who I missed!

I received an email from Lee Burris the other day about his custom woodworking. I absolutely love the craftsmanship I see in the photos. He has been working with a local decorator and concentrating on furniture and custom pieces in the past few years. He can build anything from Entertainment Centers to Kids Furniture to Custom Magnetic Chalkboards…. actually anything you can come up with!

AND!!! For holiday orders? Flossip readers get 15% off! That is HUGE! 15% off custom woodworking and furniture? Now is the time to get that bookshelf built!

Been eying a piece in Pottery Barn lately? Forget that, the shipping is outrageous! Give the picture to Lee and let him give you a quote. Wouldn’t you rather keep your money in Florence County? I know that I do!

Call: Lee 206-8192 or Scott 206-2592.

When I was in college, a professor made select classmates ride the bus.

“The bus??” We were all stunned.

“But… but…”

The professor smiled. “You will ride the bus. You will ride the bus to CLASS. You will figure out the schedule so that you will be in class on Friday.”

We should all be forced to ride the bus sometimes. We complain about the traffic, we complain about the price of gas, and good gracious we complain about the parking at the mall around the holidays.

Yet… we do not ride the bus. My friend in New York rides a bus every morning. She also rides a train. She reads books and answers emails and listens to her ipod. When I tell her how frustrating a commute must be she looks at me like I am crazy. “Are you kidding? Do you know how much I get done?” Plus, she avoids the stress of traffic and crazy drivers.

This holiday season we should all ride the bus at least once. If you do take the bus, and would like to do a guest post please email me or comment here.

Via SC Now:
Snowman Shuttle – Operating from North Florence to both Malls.
Candy Cane Shuttle – Operating from East and South Florence to the Malls.
Sleigh Shuttle – Operating along the South Florence Connector.
The Snowman, and Candy Cane shuttles depart at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.; returning at 11:20 a.m., 2:20 p.m. and 5:20 p.m. The new Sleigh Shuttle also departs at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. but returns at 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Fares on these three shuttles are $1.50 for a one-way ride. Medicare card holders, senior citizens and persons with disabilities qualify for the half-fare of 75 cents.

PDRTA on the web here for more details.

Are stirrup pants back in? Seriously? I just can not embrace the stirrup.

And another…

Spotted at Sears at Magnolia Mall if you are in the market…

I remember watching a commercial for the Booty Brothers years ago. I didn’t need any cowboy boots, but I loved their commercial. I can not believe that I have never actually been to their store… until now that is!

I made it out to the Booty Brothers today to check things out. I have wanted a pair of cowboy boots for a while now, and figured I should go to the experts.

They really ARE experts. The owner (one of the Booty Brothers) could not have been more helpful. He was not pushy at all, just told me all about the boots, what kind was good, how they should fit, what worked well and what did not.

He has boots for men, women, and kids. The kids boots ARE SO CUTE. He also has work boots (steel toe).

He has a wide assortment of western wear and leather products.

Boots are not cheap, and he keeps your price range in mind. They have boots there that cost well over a thousand dollars, but he only brought me boots that were in the lower price range that I indicated. I didn’t buy any boots yet– hopefully they will be a Christmas present. I can assure you that they will come from the Booty Brothers. This is a DEFINITE must shop in your “Shop Local” Christmas list!  (Plus, how cool is it to say “I got these from the Booty Brothers!”  These guys are local celebs!)

IF you are going:
Booty Brothers Western Store
4001 E Palmetto St, Florence, SC
(843) 679-0140?
(Next to the Florence Flea Market)

Only 10 days to go to Harrington Vision Center to pick up that special Christmas present I was going to buy. Did I mention that they have layaway?

Christmas has already arrived at Dollar General. (And I thought *I* was early!)