eyebagz

We're back just in time.....

2010-08-29T15:31:00.000-07:00

For Breast Cancer Awareness month. Please see some of our styles below and order one for you and a friend. They are great little mini-bags with Swarovski crystals. Each comes with a cleaning cloth and bottle of lens spray.

I haven't disappeared for good.....

2009-10-01T17:54:00.001-07:00

As some of you might have noticed, I have closed my Optical Boutique. I fell due to the economy, just like everyone else. It took 2 months to set it up, and 3 days to tear it down.

And here is Carol waiting patiently as she waits for my final packing of the car. Bless Carol; she is still in my back seat!

So sad it was so quick and I didn't have anytime to let anyone know. But I will do a mailing soon with more information and where I will be. I have a fabulous oppty. in front of me. Please pray that it will be revealed to me soon! No one likes to wait. Except Carol!

I will be in touch and still have some amazing frames to sell. I'll just have to figure out how to do it?

Say Goodbye......

2009-09-02T14:55:00.000-07:00

With great sadness, it is looking more and more that I must close my Boutique due to the economy and a HUGE rent that my landlords won't budge on. I have no idea where I will land, but I will let all of my customers know where I will be.

In the meantime.......

ALL FRAMES ARE ON SALE FOR 50% OFF! Come in quick for the best selection!

Thanks for your continued support to all of my loyal customers!

Sunwear sale!

2009-07-24T12:10:00.000-07:00

Come by the store and get 25% off all sunwear, prescription and non-prescription. Prices start at $135 for fantastic eyewear you won't find on anyone else's face!

Candy has run over the Rainbow bridge....

2009-06-14T20:38:00.000-07:00

I lost her on Tuesday after a very long bout with kidney failure at age 16. I have had 3 cats die from that; isn't it odd? What are we feeding them that causes it? Anyway, here she is from last fall. She always laid on her side with her paws curled up like a sea-otter. You will see them below.

My sweet Candyland 1993-2009

Long time, no post! Busy!

2009-06-10T10:56:00.000-07:00

The new summer window with christian Dior and silk parasols from HongKong!

My new sign!

Well, it has been too long since I posted the latest about the shop! We are in our 3rd month and growth has been wonderful. Just wish I could get more people to find the shop. They are so surprised when they find out I'm here and thrilled! My patients have been wonderful to me. Here are some new pictures of the latest.

It's Party Time!

2009-04-16T08:01:00.001-07:00

We are almost ready to open!

2009-03-21T10:34:00.000-07:00

Well, I have finally set a date of April 1 as my Grand Opening with my Grand Opening party on April 18 from 5-7pm.
Here is how the shop looks today! Getting better!

The progress continues.....

2009-03-17T19:18:00.000-07:00

My, I've been quiet and haven't posted anything for weeks! Bad girl! Here are some new photos as the layers start to come together

A blank wall.......

An instant display!

All done with the gorgeous plant my sister bought for the shop

And here are a couple more pictures and plants

The word-wall, what does Zeal mean?

The Shop continues to grow

2009-02-28T19:30:00.000-08:00

Another wall painted and some BIG furniture and new glass cases too!

More Goodies Arrive and a bruised foot....

2009-02-25T19:12:00.000-08:00

I dropped a very heavy box on my foot yesterday and today it is bruised. Another injury. Let's hope it is the last.

New tables!

New giant display cases! One more to put together.

Old Desk/New Desk

2009-02-25T10:49:00.000-08:00

Here is what my poor office looked like....

And this is it now! New desk, blinds and space. Hooray!

The Shop is getting dressed.......

2009-02-23T19:34:00.001-08:00

Ok, there have been 2 coats of paint on one wall and all of my furniture got delivered today. I expect it to be really looking good by tomorrow or Weds......

And please meet "Carol" our vintage mascot. She gives me someone to talk to when I'm working alone.....

The Shop is growing......

2009-02-19T08:49:00.000-08:00

Well, some furniture and curtains have slowly been added to start decorating! More pics to come as I continue to decorate my new home.

Back from my visit with Styleyes in Sacramento!

2009-02-13T09:57:00.000-08:00

Well I am back from my week with my mentor, Eric Geiger of Styleyes. Here are some great pictures of his shop.

Eric and Gloria at the store

It was a wonderful trip and it really helped to get my head on a little LEVEL and to get going with all of the fun. I have alot of furniture to buy to fill my shop up too! Yikes! Keep watching for more posts!

And so we go.....

2009-02-05T20:45:00.000-08:00

Today had the phone/internet turned on and the carpets cleaned. Here is what it looks like from the inside out......

Lots of space to fill!

I got the keys!

2009-02-03T10:29:00.000-08:00

I got the keys to my new shop! Here are some pictures of the outside..... hard to get good pics because the center is busy and big. My shop is where "Knowledge Points" was.

Yesterday I had the locks changed, the power turned on and I worked for a few hours on removing the stickers and signs from the front window.

I stopped on the way there at Lowe's and bought a big, safety scraper for the window. I am very dangerous with sharp tools like razors, etc. so I bought the safest one I could find. I got over to the shop and started working on the window. So far, so good. BUT I forgot to remind myself how dangerous I am with this sharp tool BEFORE I started and sure enough, within 10 minutes of beginning the scraping, I sliced my ring finger open wide!

I wrapped it tight with papertowel and went back to working. Really needed stitches but I have had enough of Dr.s and hospitals, so I am playing nurse/doctor and fixing it myself. No, I didn't get my thread and needle out! Just cleaned and bandaged tight and it will be fine soon. My darn left side..... shoulder injury, breast cancer and now this. Thank goodness I am right handed! More tales to come......

It is MINE!

2009-01-26T11:03:00.000-08:00

I met with the broker last night and signed the final papers for the transfer of the shop to me! I have SO much to do that my head is reeling from the thoughts of all of it. Thank goodness I am used to doing trade shows and staging booths; it will come in handy as I start to decorate the new shop.
My hopes and dreams will finally meet in one place where I can help people with their eyes and use my creativity while doing it. God is great and faithful!

The Shop is back on!

2009-01-12T13:29:00.000-08:00

I have been quiet about my new venture as it has been on and off again (not by my choice, believe me!). Patience has never been a virtue of mine UNTIL NOW. I can truly say that I have mastered being patient with God's help over the last couple of years. This has been a very trying time. The answer should come anytime~

Here's a picture of the empty space as we wait.......

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-22T18:25:00.000-08:00

Thank you to all of my loyal customers who have made us proud our second year in business! See you in 2009!
Blessings,
Linda

All Done!

2008-12-19T12:24:00.001-08:00

Ebay Sale!

2008-12-11T12:04:00.000-08:00

I have just gotten done listing a BUNCH of cases (including some brand new designs!) on ebay for Christmas. Now is the time to pick up that special gift for someone else or you? Have fun!

Look for the ebay link here on the blog.....

Some new designs!

2008-09-24T14:00:00.001-07:00

While I wait to get the go-ahead on my Optical Boutique I have finished some new bagz designs. Lots of Swarovski Crystals! They will be posted on the website soon so you can purchase them there!

Last Week

2008-09-05T21:17:00.000-07:00

I found out on Thursday that I had breast cancer. My insurance ran out on Sunday so on Friday I had a lumpectomy and I am now 100% cancer free. It really isn't something you think about until they tell you. I was always at peace and never worried. I just knew it would all be good, as it was. My biggest worry was "would this effect my new business?". NOT AT ALL! If anything, it has fueled me even stronger to stay going straight ahead. The decorating thoughts are overwhelming and so much fun ~ there are so many possibilities. I know what I want and it will be like no other.

The girls have arrived!

2008-08-22T13:55:00.000-07:00

Wanted to share my new "girls" for the new shop. I got them on ebay and they are FABULOUS! It will be fun decorating and I promise it will be a one-of-a-kind optical shop when I get done.

It's official!

2008-08-21T06:21:00.001-07:00

Hooray! They have accepted my offer so Eyebagz Optical is coming!! We will carry only the best in European frames and specialize in progressive bifocals. All of us boomers need'em.

We are hoping to open in January 2009. Wait until you see what I am going to do to the shop; it will be gorgeous when I get through. No place will look like mine and service is a must.

Whohoo..... here we go.......

Paperwork!

2008-08-20T10:25:00.000-07:00

I have finally gotten ALL of the paperwork and am just waiting to see if my offer has been accepted. Next comes a business plan, which I am working on now. Such an exciting time and alittle un-nerving also. I know the easy part is over and now comes the hard part- paying for it! No problems (so far)!!! Keep watching for the progress as we go along.

Eyebagz Optique is almost born....

2008-08-14T21:31:00.000-07:00

It is almost official! I will be taking over this sad shop and turning it into a fab eyewear boutique! It has been there for 14 yrs. and is so melba toast looking. I'll keep you informed as I go.

My New Office!

2008-08-11T12:23:00.000-07:00

Negotiations are under way for me to open my own practice FINALLY! After 30 yrs. of being an Optician, I have finally decided to take the bite and go for it. Hopefully, if all goes well, my Optical Shop will be in Newport Beach, CA. I will offer things that you won't be able to get anywhere else and also specialize in progressive bifocals as all of us Boomers age. Stay tuned for more info. as I go along. My blog will be a way to keep everyone up to date and also a place to post how I am going about this whole, complicated ordeal. As my dear 30yr. friend Eric of Styleyes in Sacramento as my mentor, I am one lucky gal! And as he says "it's not IF it's WHEN"!

New eyebagz Blog!

2008-07-08T10:11:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! We finally have a blog where we can keep all of our customers updated on the latest information and styles!

Here is one of our latest bags we are featuring in our Estate line. These are all decorated with vintage jewelry and Swarovski crystals! Watch for more!