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      You are here: Home / News / A New Storefront in Essex, NY

      A New Storefront in Essex, NY

      July 31, 2020 By Teddi Rogers 5 Comments

      THE VIEW FROM THE STUDIO

      An Exploration of the Flowers, Art + Business Local to Essex, New York

      Kit+Syl Studio Open as of Saturday, August 1 at 248 Essex Rd
      Kit+Syl Studio opens as of Saturday, August 1 at 2748 Essex Rd.  This is a very special building, known as “The Firehouse” by locals due to its original purpose.

      Exciting News!

      As of this Saturday, August 1, Kit+Syl Studio will be calling 2748 Essex Rd home for the remainder of the season.  I can’t wait to set up shop in this inspiring space!  What will this look like?  The storefront will be an expanded version of the pop-up gift shop I have been running on Sundays out of The Essex Inn.  I plan to sell my handmade jewelry, locally grown flowers, as well as work by other local artisans.  Most notably, I will be installing my design studio practice in the space.

      Vision for the Storefront

      For some time now, I have seen the brick and mortar business model as far more than a retail opportunity.  In this day and age retailers thrive online with far less overhead than those who own or rent physical storefronts.  With this in mind, I believe the role of the storefront is to provide the consumer with an experience rather than simply an opportunity to shop.  I am interested in how this space can be adapted in order to maintain its relevance in the age of the internet.

      That being said, Kit+Syl Studio will continue to operate as a retail business, but most importantly it is a way to showcase local talent and educate the consumer on what goes into making the goods that they take home and love.  Kit+Syl will continue to be about quality, transparency, customer relationships, education, and shining a light on the art process.

      Down the road, I would like my storefront to be a place to attend classes, lectures, and community art events.  I want it to be a gathering space, which is a dicey vision right now, but far from impossible.  Small business owners around the world have proven that adapting to the need for social distancing is a challenge, but not a blockade.  I will keep thinking and writing about how I plan to accomplish these goals.  For now, I hope that patrons enjoy shopping in the space while witnessing my studio practice.  I will be in the space Wednesday-Sunday making jewelry and designing floral arrangements.  Questions are welcome and encouraged!

      View from the Studio

      When you visit the shop you will more than likely see me wearing the bracelet pictured below.  This sterling silver cuff is a recent acquisition.  Previously, whenever someone asked if I was wearing my own jewelry the answer was always yes.  The way I see it, not wearing my own work is missing out on a great marketing opportunity.  As of late, I have been breaking my own rule.

      The other day a good friend brought me a bag of mixed jewelry that one of his family members was giving away.  We spent some time sorting through it, and I came across the engraved cuff.  The words on the front read “Courage is grace under pressure- Ernest Hemingway.”  These words could not have been more timely.  Not only am I a Hemingway fan, but I’ve been needing quite a bit of courage and grace as of late.

      Over the past month, I have been hit with opportunities and challenges that all exist outside my comfort zone.  The opportunity to open this storefront has happened fast.  Renting a space for my business has always been the dream, but dreams are far less scary than reality.  I push past the fear with the confidence that now is the time to act.  I have been doing my best to move forward with grace.  This bracelet has served as an often needed reminder to continue to do so.

      Kit+Syl Studio Storefront Opening August 1

      WHAT’S BLOOMING IN THE KIT+SYL FLORAL STUDIO?

      This week’s flower selection will feature the following stems.  As always, these focal flowers will be complemented by seasonal foliage and unique accents foraged dry or dried in the studio.  Order your flowers today!

      GROWN BY LITTLE FARMHOUSE FLOWERS:

      Strawflower- mixed colors
      Strawflower- mixed colors
      Dahlia- wine
      Dahlia- wine
      Coneflower- red raspberry and lemon
      Coneflower- red raspberry and lemon
      Dahlia- apricot/peach
      Dahlia- apricot/peach
      Foxglove- peach
      Foxglove- peach
      Globe Thistle- blue/violet and silver
      Globe Thistle- blue/violet and silver
      Phlox- mixed
      Phlox- mixed
      Hydrangea- mauve/purple
      Hydrangea- mauve/purple
      LA Lily- pink
      LA Lily- pink
      LA Lily- white
      LA Lily- white
      Dahlia- white
      Dahlia- white
      Borage- white
      Borage- white
      Queen Anne's Lace- chocolate
      Queen Anne’s Lace- chocolate
      Ninebark Bush- burgundy/wine
      Ninebark Bush- burgundy/wine

      GROWN BY KIRSTEN LIEBL AT ECHO FARM:

      'Dara' Queen Anne's Lace- mauve, pink. and white mix
      ‘Dara’ Queen Anne’s Lace- mauve, pink. and white mix
      Black Knight Scabiosa- wine
      Black Knight Scabiosa- wine
      Cosmos- pink and white
      Cosmos- pink and white
      Zinnia- mixed warm colors
      Zinnia- mixed warm colors

      SHOP NEWS

      Kit+Syl Studio Open as of Saturday, August 1 at 248 Essex Rd
      Kit+Syl Studio Open as of Saturday, August 1 at 2748 Essex Rd

      As of this Saturday, August 1, you will be able to shop Kit+Syl Studio goods and flowers at its new location, 2748 Essex Rd!

      Shop Hours: August 1- October 31
      Monday: By appointment only
      Tuesday: By appointment only
      Wednesday: 10 AM-6 PM
      Thursday: 11 AM-7 PM
      Friday: 11 AM-7 PM
      Saturday: 11 AM-7 PM
      Sunday: 9 AM-2 PM at 2748 Essex Rd 3-7 PM at
      The Essex Inn

      Did you know that Kit+Syl Studio hosts a weekly pop-up shop every Sunday at The Essex Inn?

      New Jewelry by Kit+Syl Studio
      New Jewelry by Kit+Syl Studio
      Ceramics by Joe DiNapoli, Florals by Kit+Syl Studio, Spoons by Northhold Builders, Table Runners by SEW Surprised ADK
      Ceramics by Joe DiNapoli, Florals by Kit+Syl Studio, Spoons by Northhold Builders, Table Runners by SEW Surprised ADK
      Books Written by Kristin Kimball
      Books Written by Kristin Kimball
      All Natural Body Products by Notes of Balance, Ceramics by Joe DiNapoli
      All Natural Body Products by Notes of Balance, Ceramics by Joe DiNapoli

      This pop-up is part of The Essex Inn Sunday Summer Series.  Come on over to the beautiful back patio area of the Inn, and enjoy great food, refreshing drinks, live music, and the Kit+Syl Pop-Up Gift Shop.  The shop is stocked each week with fresh, locally grown flowers, Kit+Syl handmade jewelry, and a curated assortment of goods made by local artisans!  The patio offers ample room for socially distanced, picnic-style dining.  Masks are required when entering the shop and walking around the lawn area.  The festivities start at 3 PM, and the music starts at 5 PM.  See my post Locally Made Gifts in Essex for more information.  I hope you can make it!

      STAY IN TOUCH

      Photo cred. Julia Rebecca Photography
      Photo cred. Julia Rebecca Photography

      Thank you for reading!  Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any jewelry, floral, Essex-related, or personal questions, or just to introduce yourself!  I love to meet members of my community, and I welcome feedback about how I can reciprocate value to this place that has made my own life so rich.

      Also, every Wednesday I publish a new blog post where I share my writings about building the next evolution of Kit+Syl Studio. These posts center on interesting information about the floral, jewelry, and small business world.  Additionally, I will conduct regular interviews featuring the talented local makers that I am stocking in my shop.  You can check out my complete posts here.

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      About Teddi Rogers

      Teddi Rogers is the Owner and Lead designer behind Kit+Syl Studio. Kit+Syl is a boutique floral and jewelry business offering handmade jewelry designs and custom floral arrangements for your business, home and gift giving needs. All of the flowers sold through the Kit+Syl Floral Shop are sourced from growers local to New York and Vermont. Teddi’s art centers on the relationship between design and nature. Both her jewelry and floral work are informed by botanical abstractions and her life in the Adirondacks. The mission behind Kit+Syl, is to provide beautiful, quality goods, the highest standard of customer service, add value to the local community and to support the work of other small businesses and makers. Kit+Syl Studio is proud to be based out of Essex, NY in the Champlain Valley of the Adirondack Park. Teddi publishes a weekly blog where she shares writings about building the next evolution of Kit+Syl Studio, as well as interesting information about the floral, jewelry and small business world. You can check out these posts at kitandsylstudio.com/blog.

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      1. Rachelle says

        July 31, 2020 at 5:31 pm

        You are an amazing entrepreneur
        Your business adds a special touch to an already special town that time has forgotten.Keep spreading the joy and beauty!

        Reply
        • Teddi Rogers says

          August 5, 2020 at 11:11 am

          Can’t wait for you to see it!

          Reply
      2. Jinny Isserow says

        August 1, 2020 at 10:13 am

        Hi Teddi,
        This is a beautiful, kind and exciting “letter” announcing your opening.
        I wish you every joy in your new venture.
        With love from Anna Isserow’s mom,
        Jinny

        Reply
        • Teddi Rogers says

          August 5, 2020 at 11:12 am

          Thank you, Jinny! I love your painting so much, it’s hanging in my studio:)

          Reply
      3. Kathy says

        August 6, 2020 at 1:33 pm

        Teddi,
        I always knew you had special talents!!!
        You are a shining star.
        We wish you all the best.

        Reply

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