BUTTERCUP FESTIVAL

It is that time AGAIN ! The 11th annual

      Buttercup Festival

takes place this Saturday-APRIL 2nd from 10:00am-4:00pm in the historic district of Nolensville.

   Debbie and I have been busy changing the stores all around- merchandising everything outside and attending meetings to offer a fantastic day in Nolensville. The stores will be full-the village will be alive with vendors selling their wares-artisans of all kinds. All those fabulous food vendors that you can only find at festivals-ie grilled corn on the cob-locally made BBQ that sells out by early afternoon-shaved ice, funnel cakes and of coarse fried oreos ! I am dyeing with anxiety.
   Many of historic Nolensvilles landmarks will be open for free tours. The Nolen/McCord home that is being restored by Alfred and Evelyn Bennett will be open for the first time. This home is the foundation of Nolensville. It was the home of the Nolen family of the 1700's that settled and established Nolensville. The beautiful exposed logs inside are a must see. To imagine those logs have been formed as a home since the late 1700's is just astonishing.
   The historical society will have many free activities for kids including getting to meet "Buttercup" the cow-a artificial cow with simulated utters so that children can see what it feels like to milk a real cow. Live goats and possibly other small animals will be there for the kids to see.
    Local entertainers will perform throughout the day including the Elite dancers as well as bluegrass music-all of which is FREE !
    Merchants will have special sales so don't miss out on this wonderful tradition in our great small town.
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                                 See    Ya'll    SATURDAY !

Back from Market --Back to REALITY !

  So Debbie and I spent four days in Atlanta picking out treasures to compliment our antique and vintage collections. My hat is off to one tough partner I have. Debbie was fighting an upper resperatory bug but thanks to drugs and her strong will we marched on--ALL DAY all four days ! If you have never been to a retail buyers market-it is simply mind boggling-senses overwhelming and lots of people doing the same as you. Even through it all we came back with lots ordered and  hearts filled with the excitement of a New Year. While away both stores did great business so busy we must get. Painted furniture still seems to be the trend and it is going out as fast as we can get it painted.

      Here is a little glimpse into the store now with it changing every day as things come in and others go out-----------oh isn't it so fun !!!

                                                         Loving my life..........

    Just a little glimpse of the hen house-hoping to see you soon.

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Happy New Year !!!

      The stores are getting a New Year facelift and I wanted to give just a little tease on one of the great new pieces coming in this week.

   Is this Wing Back a statement or what ? ! 

Come see for yourself--it will not last long.

From our shop to your homes...We Wish You A Very Merry Christmas and the Happiest of New Years !

     The anticipation is almost over, only three sleeps left till the Jolly Ole Guy shall come bringing his bag of smiles, giggles and cheer ! For the true meaning of Christmas Debbie and I are grateful and blessed. May you and your family embrace the spirit of Christmas and know OUR gift is YOU ! Thank you for supporting us at Three French Hens. We are excited for the New Year coming and how we can continue to inspire you with our creativity and treasures.

    Not through shopping????? Three French Hens will be open through Thursday 11/23/2010.

              Three French Hens will be observing the following schedule :

                      12/22/2010  Wednesday Open 10-6

                      12/23/2010  Thursday Open 10-6

      The store will be closed from Friday 12/24/2010- Monday 12/27/2010 

We will resume our regular hours on Tuesday 12/28/2010

MERRY CHRISTMAS !

THANKS -THANKS-THANKS

       In five words ...We Have The Best Customers !!! Thanks for coming out to support us Friday and Saturday for the Soles4Souls charity event. Over 200 pair of shoes were collected and we are so very thankful. Can you imagine the look on someones face as they receive those shoes ? To help another human being is simply the best and what this time of year is all about to me. The best part about giving a gift for me is to see that persons reaction-I just LOVE that ! I wish I could see all 200.

   Thanks to Tarryn Feldman for jumping out there and being proactive for a great cause and organizing this event. She is young-she is a mover and shaker-she is going to make a great impact on this world in a wonderful way in her long life ! If you ever need an organizer or a sharp young lady to work with you let me know-she is FAB !

   Now let me share a little of our weekend in pictures.

Wendy Semple (massage therapist) and Cindy Smith (Executive Consultant for Rodan and Fields Dermatologists)

what wonderful ladies with great hearts and incredible energy

Three French Hens and The Roost

... a little bit of this and that

The handsome young man comes at a high price...hehe  just what you would expect a mom to say !

Glad we could be a part !

We will be accepting shoes through the end of the month at the stores if you would like to donate to Soles4Souls.

Happiest of Holidays to you and yours !

THREE FRENCH HENS CHARITY EVENT-Sole4Souls

Oui*R22 Boutique and The Three French Hens Antique Market Present:

"Head 2 Toe with Soles 4 Souls"

When: 12/10/2010 7pm-10pm & 12/11/2010 noon-10pm

Where: Oui*R22 Boutique Showroom located @ 7149 Nolensville Road in Nolensville

Why: To celebrate being women and to raise as many shoes as we can for Soles4Souls!!!!!

What to expect:

This event covers everything from "Head 2 Toe!" Clothes, Jewelry, Makeup, Purses, Shoes, and MORE!!!!! Oui*R22 and Three French Hens have joined forces to bring the woman of Nashville together to share all the things they love the most! Getting pampered, giving back, and CUTE STUFF! So why not have a 2 day gathering where you and your favorite gal pals can come get pampered, do last minute shopping, and donate to a great organization. Professional makeup artists and massage therapist available for pampering with purchase of raffle ticket which also goes to Soles4Souls. By the way, our raffle prizes are amazing!!!!! We will also be donating a percentage of what we sell to the organization as well. So if you already have plans, stop by and get your makeup done before you go! If you don't feel like going to the mall, come look around and get a massage while you're at it.

Admission: At least 1 pair of shoes new or used

SHOP, DONATE, GET PAMPERED!!!!!

For more information or official Invite:

Ouir22@yahoo.com

www.soles4souls.org

Food and drinks provided

Tis the Season-Three French Hens Style

We kicked off the holiday season with our Open House on November 6th and then placed the cherry atop the proverbial Christmas cupcake with CHRISTMAS in the VILLAGE the two days following Thanksgiving ! Once again we were so blessed to have Santa Claus and his Elf to join us on Friday to greet the small and not so small alike. Everyone had the chance to tell the man in red all of there holiday wishes-even a few confessions of not being so nice. It was a fun filled two days of good food and even better fellowship with the greatest customers two gals could ever dream of. Here is a small peak at our spirit of Christmas-enjoy !

Guess who?

You guessed right...Santa and his helper elf  !  OR...My great business partner Debbie's husband as Santa and my husband as his Elf. Thanks so much to our guys for being such good sports and making our event so very special for all. It really is amazing how jolly we all become around guys in red and green suits-just look at Debbie and myself !

Our fabulous dealer Mary of OuiR22 explaining to Santa how she has been naughty and plans to remain that way--Santa has something special just for big girls like her-gonna have to get that Elf to tell me about that !

The front desk @Three French Hens being overseen by Robin Wilkes-a great dealer and even better friend,always helping out when needed and so passionate about our business-we are lucky! Have to be sure that Santa knows she has been a very good girl !!!

  Amy had her list too....

Tell us what you think about our Fish Net Tree???

May your holiday season be bright and filled with cherished memories-family and love !

( and some fun junkin-come see us soon )

   Merry Christmas

from

 Stacey and Debbie

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