What kind of store are we exactly??

Cecils was created by my niece, Kimberly Wilkinson, and me to give not only ourselves, but local crafters a place to sell their products.

What kind of products you ask?  Well, let's see, we have everything from an old rustic saw to handmade home decor, from painted dressers to handcrafted wreaths. If someone can repurpose it or hand make it, we probably have it.

Hey, but not only do we have dog beds and crocheted mermaids, we sell a fabulous chalk based paint line. I promise you, try it because it's the most affordable chalk based paint on the market, and you will fall in love. Never picked up a paintbrush? Want to? Well, Cecil's is the perfect place to come to to get great advice on painting your first piece of furniture. Ummmm, still scared?  Again, we've got ya covered. Cecil's offer in home paint classes. Grab a couple of friends and a small piece of furniture and we wi come to you!!  More on that in a later post. Check us out!! I'm posting a fee pictures of things we currently have in the store. See something you can't live without?  You better hurry on over, it won't be there long. Cecil's changes all the time!!  Have a blessed day and happy pickin'. 

We Are Here, We Are Here

Sooooo, we aren't very good at this blogging thing. BUT, we are gonna be better. We are going to learn how to do it one way or the other. HA!  Be patient with us 😜.

First, Kimberly and I want to thank everyone that came out to Cecil's Pickin' Palooza yesterday. From our vendors to our customers. We love and appreciate you all. We also want to thank our brand new customers, first time ever visiting our store yesterday. It was so great meeting new people.

We had so many customers tell us they had no idea we even existed. We blame that mostly on the lack of signage we are able to display in front of our store. We are in a terrific community and our location is perfect. We are just in a bad spot. So, we need your help to get us noticed. We advertise on facebook, but as we are discovering, not EVERYBODY uses facebook. I thought EVERYBODY was on facebook. Nope. (Sometimes I don't blame them). So, can you help us out by doing one (or all) of the following?

• Like us on Facebook
• SHARE our Facebook page and blog with all of your family and friends. 
• Bring a friend that's never visited Cecil's with you to the store (while you're there "check in" for a chance to win a gift certificate)
• Tell everyone you know exactly where we are located!
• Give us some suggestions as to how we can let people know WE ARE HERE!

Thank you in advance!!  We truly have a great little store

That offers something for everyone. If you haven't been in lately WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

We are open Thursday thru Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 12-4. SEE YOU SOON and happy pickin'!

www.facebook.com/cecilsthings 

Paint Me Room and Basic Painting Classes now at Cecil's!

Big Announcements today.......

First.... Cecil's is excited to introduce our all new "Paint Me Room". In this room located in the back of the store, you will find great pieces of furniture and other items that we just don't have the time to paint and need them gone ASAP! Our loss is your gain. Pieces in the room include anything from suitcases to ladders. All pieces are in good condition, just may need a little wiping down. All can be painted using our BRAND NEW chalk based paint line, Vintage Market and Design!! Spend $25 or more in our Paint Me Room and get 10% off your paint purchase the same day.

Second.... PAINT CLASSES ARE HERE!!! Read below for a detailed explanation of the two classes we are going to be offering later this month. Hurry and get signed up. Last day to sign up is Saturday, June 6th.

--- Beginner PYOP (Paint Your Own Piece) Class / Two Part Class--- We will be painting a piece of furniture that you bring. You will learn a few tricks and techniques, and get over that fear of the paint brush. The second part of the class, held two days later, includes putting a finish on the same piece with a tinted wax, and learning how to seal with clear coat.
When? Session One will be held Saturday, June 21st from 6:00-8:00 or until you are finished. Session Two will be held Monday, June 23rd from 9:00am-12pm. This is a drop in time to come learn how to finish up your piece with a tinted wax and how to clear coat your piece to seal it. If Session Two times are not good for you, we can schedule a private appointment, no worries.
Who is it for? This class is for anyone that has had a small piece of furniture sitting around their house for months, that you intentioanlly bought at a yard sale to try your hand at painting, and just got too scared to pick up that paint brush. Bring it on in and let's make it fabulous. No stress, I promise.
What's Included? At this class you will receive a 16 oz. jar of paint in your choice of color, a paint brush, sanding block, sample wax jar, clear coat, and a light snack.
What do I bring? Bring the piece you want to paint. Acceptable pieces include an end table, coffee table, chair, etc. If you can carry it through the door by yourself, bring it.
How much? $100
How do I sign up? This class is a first respond, first serve class. Please email me, Jennifer, at cecilsthings@gmail.com. I will respond with further instructions. PLEASE cancel within 24 hours of the class if you are not able to make it. I will send a reminder two days before class.

--- Beginner PYOF (Paint Your Own Frame) Class ---
When? This is a one session class that will be held on Monday, June 23rd from 6:00-7:30 pm or until you are finished.
Who is it for? This class is for anyone that has never held a paintbrush in their hand before, or for anyone who just wants to try Vintage Market and Design chalk based paint. This is a total stress free and fun class to do with friends.
What's included? At this class you will receive an 8 oz. jar of paint in the color of your choice, a paint brush, sanding block, sample jars of clear coat and wax, and a light snack. You will also be taking home an additional frame provided by Cecil's.
What do I bring? Bring a picture frame, preferably one with detail, big enough to paint.
How much? $65
How do I sign up? This class is a first respond, first serve class. Please email me, Jennifer, at cecilsthings@gmail.com. I will respond with further instructions. PLEASE cancel within 24 hours of the class if you are not able to make it. I will send a reminder two days before class.

Y'all have a blessed day and we will see you soon at Cecil's.

Our first entry on our blog. How exciting!!  Hopefully, I can keep this up. Anyone who knows me knows this is going to be a challenge for my ADD self. Jennifer