Last month, I decided my new year’s resolution was going to be to commit. I didn’t fully understand it, but I’m starting to figure out what it means to me.
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This year, I have had one thing on my mind – owning a vintage and handmade boutique. I think it has been pushed to the front of my mind because of this season of graduating/job hunting/those haunting questions about the future. Selling vintage and handmade goods in an actual store is one of those things…a typical “dream job.” At least it’s my dream job. But I have pushed it under the rug, being slightly self-depricating all the while. When I talk about it, I usually say things like, “but it isn’t a big deal” or “maybe someday in the far future…”
However, lately I have been super open about the fact that this is something I want to do…and will do :) A lot of responses I get from people are along the lines of, “Oh Jenn…” or “Well yeah! Wouldn’t everyone like to do that?”
And then there are the really, really encouraging responses. And I love those. My parents have been so supportive, since they’ve had to deal with my obsession for years. I am so thankful to have a business-savvy father and a mom who shares my same vision.
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I’m hesitant to dive into an opportunity like this because there are a lot of what-ifs, and also, there is that small detail that I am studying Psychology. Not Business. Not Design. Not Visual Communications. But I wouldn’t trade what I have learned, and I believe that running a business will depend greatly on a whole lot of interpersonal skills.
I don’t know when any of this will unfold, but I am just going for it because I have a vision that’s been unfolding for quite some time and I am soooo excited about it! Oh my goodness. I can’t wait at all. I’m working on getting a seller’s permit so I can start selling wholesale vintage. I am also looking into a location. I have drawn a bunch of pictures of what I want the shop to look like, and there is even a name :)
I think about this probably 60% of every day. And soon it’ll be a reality.
austacular says
You can do it!
Kaela says
I will come to your store and shop there one day Jen! And I will buy lots of stuff. Guarantee. :)
janyclaire says
I too dream of owning a boutique where I can feature all my passions- crafts, sewing, vintage clothing, industrial upcycled pieces, re-painted furniture and even some new clothing lines. I commend you for setting you goal and taking steps to make it happen. Best of luck to you! Found you on etsy team blog.
Katie says
way to go girl! I have a boutique owning dream as well, and I study art education. I sort of wish I had studied business because I have no idea where to even begin with opening a shop.
I’m a fairly new reader, but I’m already proud of you for committing to your business! :)