What a trip, indeed! Yes, it has been awhile since my last post only because I have been traveling.
For the last couple of weeks, I have been making my way to Arizona for the winter. With a business stop in Wichita Falls, TX that meant that I was not very far from Waco, TX. If you are an HGTV fan like I am, you are probably very familiar with the show “Fixer Upper” with Joanna and Chip Gaines. I love that show! So, my husband was sweet enough to take me to Waco so I could visit Joanna’s shop, Magnolia Market. We were going to celebrate our 49th wedding anniversary that week so that was a great present as far as I was concerned!
Before visiting Joanna’s current shop on Bosque Avenue, we drove by the “silos” – the new area in downtown Waco where Joanna and Chip are going to have their offices, the shop and much more. It was a very busy place–workers everywhere. The grand opening is scheduled for October 31 so the reason for all the activity going on around the “silos”.
When we arrived at Magnolia Market on Bosque, there were lots of people waiting for the shop to open. We were greeted by the friendliest young lady as we entered the shop. Many of the items in Joanna’s shop can be seen on her on-line store and also in many of the homes that she fixes up for her clients – the magnolia wreath is beautiful and Joanna’s line of candles smell wonderful!
The little “barn” next to the shop houses more unique items for sale. You can also get a cup of coffee and a sweet treat if you so desire. Outside the little barn are beverage coolers full of ice water–a very nice touch!
I had an enjoyable visit to Magnolia Market, and of course I had to buy a few things! I am anxious to see how the “silos” turn out, and maybe I will be able to visit them next year! I am looking forward to the new season of Fixer Upper. The ladies at the shop thought the new season would begin around December 1.
What a trip it was! I really enjoyed myself. Kudos to Joanna for such a lovely shop, and also to the friendly, courteous gals who work there!!
