Grit Antiques. Rustic Barn

Saying Goodbye

What’s been happening

Rustic Barn

I wanted to share a few things that are happening for me…for my business.

With a heaviness in my heart, I have decided to say goodbye to Chartreuse Barn.

My last show being November 2-4th.

This does not come without sadness as I have said more than once that I felt I was put there for more than one reason.

I have made several decisions in the course of the six years I have been in business.

This being the hardest!

I mean who does not want to sell out of an amazing barn with the kindest folks around.

Just typing this sends me down the road of second guessing myself.

I want to be honest with my decision for my customers and for my followers who are just starting out with their own small business.

 My thoughts are that every decision you make should come from your heart.

It is what we love to do…what we feel passionate about and what is uniquely you!

Chartreuse has been good to me…my customers…I could not ask for more!

Supporting me show after show…I would never have thought a small shop could do so much.

So if it is not money…then why?

I have known since last year that I felt like my business was in transition.

It took me this long to finally “own” it and make a tough decision.

Having one space at The Depot at Gibson Mill will free up some time and allow me to follow another passion.

My new found love of learning my camera…taking pictures of my treasures before they head to my shop.

You may have also noticed that I have decided to call my booth my shop!

It get’s confusing when one business has several names.

Online my booth is called my shop so I decided to pick one…Lol!

With my extra time, I also hope to reopen my online shop.

You’ll find me most days working out of my own barn.

I often get asked if this is my shop.

While some gals do pay me a visit it is where I create.

Thank you for listening, for supporting my dream and for the being the best customers and friends a gal could ever ask for 💗

and to

Paula, Steve, Duane, and Melaine I have accumulated a debt of gratitude I could not possibly begin to repay.

Thank you for believing in me…I hope our paths cross again.

Kindly, xo

Jane

24 Comments

  • Jane, enjoy your next journey! Life is full of adventures and excitement! Can’t wait to follow your journey!

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    • you are so right! I enjoy a little adventure and a challenge.

      thank you for following my journey, xo

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  • Oh… change is hard. But good! I am so excited for you. Your photography is gorgeous. I can’t wait to see where your journey takes you! 💗💗💗

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    • Hi Jamey,

      we get busy, but you are always in my heart. I have my little bracelet that reminds me of our friendship from afar and both of us following our dreams, xo

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    • you are always a bright spot in my day, sis 💗

      so happy to be sharing our journey, xo

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  • Jane, I am sure you learned so much on the barn part of your journey. So excited to see where your path takes you. You have a gift for capturing the soul of your pieces through your photo’s Congratulations friend. xo

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    • you always have a way with your words, Kim!

      thank you for always listening and for always caring, xo

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  • Sounds like an exciting new journey is approaching…Transition is hard and getting direction sometimes takes time to think through everything. While I waited 6 months for our farm to sell I was able to figure a lot of things out and recognize the blessings our future held. The waiting was necessary and I often think of our farm now as that stepping stone to the future. I recognize my growth from that experience which now makes me smile. I’m guessing you do the same? You are so incredibly talented Jane and I look forward to seeing what the future holds for you. Oh and if I don’t come by as much it’s because i got stuck in a tree line cleaning out branches. LOL Kidding, I’m just not online as much as I use to be.

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    • Hi Carole, excited to hear that your farm sold. Your tiny house-living & community is something I look forward to watching unfold. Thank you for your kind words, xo

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  • Jane you have to follow your heart and grow for you you are so amazing your talents and your photos. Im so glad we became friends I always get inspirations seeing your work. Love ya my friend and will always follow

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    • I’m also thankful, Ann. thank you for always adding a touch of humor to the day and for checking out my blog💗 it is so much fun sharing our small biz journey, xo

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  • While I am so sad to see you leave the chartreuse barn family I am happy that you are honoring your own path. So thankful that our paths crossed and look forward to making a visit to your barn porch. In the meantime I will settle for the eye candy and inspiration you provide through your photos. Best wishes

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    • it is has been fun having you as a barn sister…I will miss everyone, but I’m also excited! I hope you come and visit one day.

      thank you for all your support & friendship, xo

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  • So excited for you & looking forward to following your progress and learning from you & unfortunately it sometimes includes making tough choices like this one. I loved you saying this, “every decision you make should come from your heart” that’s great biz and life advice there. xo

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    • I believe it should…we often hear that voice and it is scary…may take awhile to listen! Always thankful to have your support and friendship, Courtney 💗

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  • I will miss seeing you at Chartreuse–but I look forward to seeing more of the beautiful pictures that you post! You have great taste–a beautiful style–and I’m sure that you will continue to succeed–and put a smile of peoples faces 🙂

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    • thank you for taking the time to send me a note. I will miss everyone and at the same time, I welcome the next chapter.
      hugs, xo

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  • Jane, goodbyes are hard but girl, I just know you are on your way to new and exciting adventures! Can’t wait to follow you on this new journey … I also know you’ll share it with such beautiful style and grace!
    All the best to you!

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    • Hi Julie,

      thank you for visiting and your kind words. It is hard and exciting…cheers to new adventures

      xo

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