First of all, I'm moving... and yes, the Red Velvet studio & store are moving soon too. The local store will be closing for relocation (our last day will be May 10th). I'll be in Austin for Renegade the following weekend, May 15-16th. I'll be participating in a completely adorable local craft show the first Friday in June at the Moxie and I'll also be attending the San Fransisco and Chicago Renegades this Summer and Autumn for Red Velvet!
My summer focus will be online (I am finally going to give the RVA website my undivided attention for a few months! YAY!). I could not be more excited.
In September we will welcome a new full-time employee at RVA. I've been wanting and needing a personal assistant and manager for the past few years and this HUGE dream is finally a reality. She was my absolute first choice for this position. I know you'll be so excited to hear who the newest member of the RVA family is...
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It's Leigh-Ann!!! Not only is she one of the most business savvy people I've ever met, but her passion for what we do at Red Velvet inspires me constantly. She has believed in what we do from day one. I am honored, incredibly excited and overjoyed to welcome her to Missouri this year. She will be moving here to take the position and together we will be pursuing new goals for RVA full force! I can't wait.
In the coming months I will announce plans for the future RVA boutique and other exciting developments in RVA land. Life is definitely changing quick, and it's all for the best! Red Velvet is a dream that continues to grow and develop and I just want to thank you for your support and love. I love you too. Elsieps. i have butterflies! Be back this evening with giveaway winners and another fun giveaway.
WHAT?!?!?! This is soooo exciting!!!! WooHooo!!!! Awesome!!!!
Posted by: Jamie (Inspired Mess) | April 06, 2010 at 02:00 PM
Best of LUCK and Congratulations!
Posted by: Jamie Lynn | April 06, 2010 at 02:01 PM
That is so great! Very happy for you!
<3
Posted by: Courtney | April 06, 2010 at 02:01 PM
wonderful news! that is exciting.
i look forward to the renegade craft fairs this year.
Posted by: jessica | April 06, 2010 at 02:02 PM
that is so awesome!!! I am so happy for you :D
xoxo,
Lindsay
Posted by: Lindsay | April 06, 2010 at 02:02 PM
Yayy!! :)
Posted by: Kellie | April 06, 2010 at 02:03 PM
AWESOME! Congrats to you all! :) Excited to see what is ahead!
Posted by: Hollie Hepler | April 06, 2010 at 02:03 PM
Cool Elsie :). And congrats Leigh-Ann!
Posted by: Ali | April 06, 2010 at 02:03 PM
how exciting! congratulations on your booming business! also, i hope to see you at Renegade in SF!
xo ashley .
Posted by: ashley c | April 06, 2010 at 02:03 PM
congratulations and this exciting new chapter of your life. wishing you loads of luck and sending you tremendous amounts of positive eneregy (((elsie))) <3
Posted by: Kimberly Smalley | April 06, 2010 at 02:04 PM
I am so happy for you, LA and RVA!
Posted by: Tracey | April 06, 2010 at 02:04 PM
WOW!!!! Congrats! :)
Posted by: mandy d. | April 06, 2010 at 02:05 PM
Awesome! I love Freckled Nest!
Posted by: Jaimie | April 06, 2010 at 02:05 PM
How exciting!! I can't wait to see where RVA moves! Oh, and thanks for the info on the local craft show, I've got it marked on my calendar now :)
http://quirkynerdyprincess.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Angela | April 06, 2010 at 02:05 PM
*gasp!* How exciting! LA seems to be the perfect fit! Now both of you will just be a state away!
Posted by: Bri Woods-Chaney | April 06, 2010 at 02:07 PM
So freaking awesome. Two of my favorite online people forming a superpower duo!
Posted by: Serena | April 06, 2010 at 02:08 PM
HOLY EXCITINGGGGGG!!!!
i'm sooo so happy for you girlios!!! your dreams are coming true and growing! i love that.
i love you!!!!!
xo.
PS.. can't wait to come back to visit!
Posted by: jari | April 06, 2010 at 02:09 PM
OMG!!! I am so excited for you & RVA! Yay! I love LA! You two are my faves! <333
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | April 06, 2010 at 02:11 PM
Congratulations! xo
Posted by: Salmezan | April 06, 2010 at 02:12 PM
Congratulations on the development Elsie, you have worked so hard for your dream so you deserve it.
I bet you are a mix of nerves and excitement.
You are an inspiration to a lot of people and you deserve all the success in the world.
Have a lovely summer.
Take care
Posted by: suz corbett | April 06, 2010 at 02:13 PM