Well, friends, it looks like our dream store is teaching me a little lesson in patience!
Things have been moving right along at our new Blue Moon Bentonville location, and it's been so exciting to watch this empty space slowly transform into the boutique I've been dreaming about. But as with any renovation, we've hit our first little bump in the road.
The Great Flooring Dilemma
Remember all those decisions I've been making? Well, one of the biggest was choosing the flooring. After looking at samples, comparing colors, and imagining how everything would come together, I finally settled on the perfect warm wood-look flooring.
And wouldn't you know it? That ONE color is backordered. Every other color is available, of course! 😂
I actually found another color that was very similar, and I seriously considered switching so we could stay on schedule. But after thinking it through, I decided to stick with my original choice.
This is a big investment, and I want to love the finished space for years to come. Waiting a few extra weeks for the flooring I really want seems like the right decision.
So, our moving date has officially shifted to December!
Meanwhile, Things Are Happening!
The good news is that construction hasn't stopped just because we're waiting on flooring.
Our dressing rooms are taking shape, and it's so much fun to finally see the layout coming to life. I've spent quite a bit of time working through the details with our architect and contractor, and seeing actual walls where there used to be open space makes everything feel so much more real.
And the electricians have arrived!
Those not-so-lovely old light fixtures have officially come down (hallelujah!), and we're expecting our new track lighting to go up this week. I'm also keeping my fingers crossed that our gorgeous statement chandelier will be installed soon.
I cannot WAIT to see that chandelier hanging in the new space. It's one of those details that I think will really make the store feel like Blue Moon.
A Little Patience, A Lot of Excitement
Of course, all of this is happening during one of the busiest seasons of the year for the boutique. Between getting ready for holiday shopping, preparing for Vintage Market Days, and answering construction questions, there's definitely no shortage of things to do!
But even with the delays and the never-ending decisions, I'm having so much fun watching this dream become reality.
I've reminded myself more than once that we're not just moving into a bigger building. We're creating a space where we hope you'll feel welcomed, inspired, and right at home.
And if that means waiting a little longer for the right flooring, I'm okay with that.
Thanks for following along on this journey with us. There's still plenty of dust, a whole lot of decisions, and more than a few surprises ahead.
But one thing's for sure: our dream store is getting closer every day!
With love,
Toni
Blue Moon Bentonville