A lot of you guys have been around since the beginning. Since I started the blog in 2009, and then opened the store in 2012…
The shop changed and changed, and our space was mostly packed until the last few months. Having the store was always part of the plan for PI, but I knew eventually the time would come when something would have to give. Saying no or giving something up you enjoy is never easy, but I’ve found it’s usually one of the best moves to make.
We want to focus on the blog again, and our online business, so last week we opened the doors and clearanced all the home decor/furniture. We’ll continue to offer our online collections, but we will have much less inventory locally. It’s time that Perfectly Imperfect went back to the beginning, and the store will now be a studio where we sell our paint lines and create.
I want more time and energy put into shooting our collections, painting pieces, and design work (both online and locally). We want to create video content again, and I want a space that supports all that work.
I’m pretty sure this was the last time I shot the store when it was full (that pic above). After day 1 of the sale, here’s how it looked…
All the furniture sold, and is being picked up this afternoon, so we have a pretty blank space to work with. Even the back cleared out as the week went on..
I’ll be sharing our progress as we shift things around, and I have to say…I’m so excited about the direction we’re headed in and equally excited to share updates with you here. I’ve missed documenting what’s going on daily, and doing the things that jump started my business in the first place.
To new beginnings and all…
Wow, Shauna, I sat on the couch with my 16 year old daughter reading your post, and came to your first pic of the store and we sat drooling over your pic and I told my girl how I remember when you opened your store and how “Wow, 2012, I didn’t think it was that long ago.” … and then to keep scrolling and see all the furniture disappear! What a big move for you, but an understandable one, totally! Sometimes it is so good to get back to your “why” and move your passions back into their right place. Good on you, and we wish you all the very best for the workshop plans. I look forward to seeing your smile via your upcoming videos. Onward and upward!
Can’t wait to see all of your Ikea finds and hearing more about your day to day work…
I loved the store but it will be great to see where you go in the future, back to basics is a wonderful feeling!
Look forward to watching your progress. Linda
I’ve missed your frequent blogging so, YAY!!! I know know your sweet kids are #1 so more time with them. Blessings on your new endeavor…
I can imagine that was a very difficult decision for someone with your energy, enthusiasm and drive; I admire you for making it in the face of those characteristics. I have to agree with other posts; it is Shaunna that we all love.You have such a fabulous style–in both writing and decor. It will be good to “hear your voice” through your blog posts again. Best wishes to you!