We hope this post finds you all doing well. It has been two weeks, now, since finding out Richland Antiques & Collectibles lease wasn't extended and will be closing December 30th. So, here we go again with another door closing and another chapter coming to an end. We continue to look to the future with another door and possibility on the horizon.
We will greatly miss the vendors and friendships we've made at Richland. Thank you to all our customers new and old. We are so grateful for the continued support of our Primitive Seasons family. As we navigate through this much familiar time...please enjoy discounts on both our booths
(#13 & #17). Both booths are stocked full of Fall & Christmas decor just in time to start your Holiday shopping. Stop in soon for the best selection. For more info on weekly discounts and updates, please see us online at www.pseasons.com, facebook.com/pseasons, or instagram: primitive_seasons.
As always this is not a good bye, but a see you soon!
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Fondly,
Megan, Sue, Andy, Jacqi & Luna
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Primitive Seasons Update...
We hope you are all doing well! We knew it was awhile since we last wrote an update...but we didn't realize it's been this long! If you do not already know, we are still renting a booth (#17) at Richland Antiques & Collectibles located at 1320 N West End Blvd, Quakertown PA 18951. We celebrated our 2 year Anniversary with them in February. Although we miss our store dearly, our booth at Richland seems to be working well for us. We will keep you posted if and when we find another location.
Now for a little update on how we are all doing...Megan is still busy creating/decorating our space at Richland and works part-time with their staff. She recently started experimenting with water color painting in hopes to sell some of her finished work in our booth. Jacqi, is doing well. She just celebrated her 13th Birthday at the end of March. She still enjoys working alongside her Daddy (Andy) on the days he gets to work from home. Andy & Megan are looking forward to a number of concerts and small trips this Summer. Sue is enjoying working in her flower and vegetable gardens...anything outdoors and in nature is where she flourishes. Luna is still what we phrase "Lunatic" at times, but she's growing into a really great dog. Jacqi and Luna are slowly becoming friends...can't blame Jacqi with the age gap!
Here is a small selection of the many unique Americana & Summer decor in our booth. Megan & Sue just recently re-did the entire booth...so be sure to stop by! Please keep in mind, our booth is updated weekly with new items...Check our Facebook & Instagram for weekly updates. Along with perusing our booth, enjoy browsing over 50 vendors and their vast array of collectibles. You never know what unique pieces you may find (we certainly have found many!) We hope you all enjoy it as much as we do! Richland Antiques Hours: Monday 10 - 5, Closed Tuesday, Wednesday - Saturday 10 - 5, & Sunday 12 - 5. Make sure to follow them on Facebook & Instagram.
Due to our limited stock, we will be taking special orders & requests on items you may be missing (of course to the best of our ability)...please inquire through our email: jsm@pseasons.com. We hope you enjoy shopping!
Cheers,
Megan, Andy, Sue, Jacqi, & Luna
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Our Background...
In a day and age where it’s common to do all your shopping online…it’s nice to celebrate the successes of small Mom & Pop businesses. This April 13th, the “newest” owners of Primitive Seasons in Dublin, Pennsylvania, will be celebrating their 10th year of owning the business. They literally are a Mom, Dad, and daughter business. With their creative backgrounds, they have successfully transformed Primitive Seasons into the unique and friendly atmosphere it is today.
The vision of Primitive Seasons began in 1997, with eight women joining together with their creative talents to create a store where you could find one of a kind, handmade primitives. Over the next few years, as life tends to transform, the original eight dwindled down to two, and eventually, they sold the business to a family who ran Primitive Seasons for a little over two years. In 2007, Megan and her Mom happened to be shopping at one of their favorite stores for Easter decorations, when they were given a business sale flier. Sue, having her own career in teaching, didn’t think twice of taking on a business, so the two of them shrugged it off. It was not until her father, Jim, saw the flier and the next day inquired about buying Primitive Seasons. The rest, as they say, is history.
This 3,000 square foot business is located in an old pants factory, at 123 North Main Street in Dublin, on rt. 313. What once began as a country store, in just one room, has now expanded to several rooms bursting with inventory. The quaint country, primitive, home décor store, is stocked with furniture, framed country prints, faux florals, candles, unique artisan wares, jewelry, soaps, and so much more. The wonderful aroma of candles and potpourri are sure to warm your senses and the friendly atmosphere will make you feel at home. The store itself has transformed with each owner over the years, but its core remains primitive décor. We take pride in being able to carry a wide range of American made country and primitive décor.
With a majority of his roots in landscaping and running an outdoor store, Dad, Jim, brings his love of design, antiques, and nature to the store. Initially an art and science major, transitioning into her career as a third grade teacher, Mom, Sue, brings her love of learning, nature, art, and her conversation to Primitive Seasons. Starting off in Interior Design and then majoring in Graphic Design, daughter, Megan, brings all her learned and acquired talents to the stores displays, ordering, handmade items, and custom work. She allows the customer to express their individual wants and then coaches them with her creative expertise to make the desired design outcome. Debuting in 2010, Jacqi, our adorable Australian Shepherd, became a part of the Primitive Seasons family as our number one greeter. She comes to work faithfully on the week days to greet and get her belly scratched. She has worked up quite the fan base throughout the years. Although they are the main core of the workers, they often enlist the help of their family members. It is not uncommon to see Megan’s husband, Andy, manning the counter during the Christmas season or to see Megan’s Aunt Laurie, buzzing around the store stocking product. Time and time again, Megan has cajoled her Mother-in-Law, Marie, to price the many goods stacking up in their back room. Together, they all bring the necessary pieces to the puzzle to create the unique masterpiece of a store. Without one of these personalities, the success of their business wouldn’t exist.
Of course a majority of their success wouldn’t exist without their loyal customer base and their word of mouth to family and friends. Shopping at Primitive Seasons is not just going to a regular store, it’s an experience. You may just come to get inspired for the coming season, or totally transform your space into something wonderful.
In an age where so much of the world is closed off with communication, the Gross’s love to take the time to get to know their customers. The friendships they’ve made with their customers over the years, is what keeps the store special to them. We may not know all our regulars by name, but we remember the items they may have bought or the stories shared. It’s not just a shopping trip, it is a “feel good store” experience.