Unless you are living under a rock...a big rock...you have probably noticed that the current "thing" in decorating trends, is to take something old & worn and mix it in with all that's new! Worn, weathered, distressed, salvaged, chippy...these buzzwords sound familiar, right? All of them, chippy being MY favorite, have taken over the design world. It is no longer cool to turn up at a big box furniture company and buy everything included in the 7-piece set. Nooooo...our stylish homes of … [Read more...]
The Holidays Are Here!
Wow- is about all I can say about our amazing vendors over at our St. Louis Park store. They sure have been busy little elves- sewing, painting, building, creating to get all the goodies ready. Ready for what you ask- they are putting on a Holiday Boutique and it is sure to have something for everyone! Here is just a glimpse of what will be there. I honestly could have stayed there a few hours looking at all the creations these Mamas + one Papa have come up with but my hubby was with so I … [Read more...]
Your Happy is My Happy!
Don't we all look for ways to sprinkle doses of happy into the hum-drum routine of life? Happy places. Happy people. Happy things. Happy times. And...Happy memories. Because! Happy makes the heart healthy...and hopeful! What a treasure it is to find a place, right here in Minnesota, that sprinkles ALL sorts of this said Happy!!! If your discovery of Mama's Happy was anything like mine...oh...I'm sure it was! The happy bells went off and were ring-A-LINGING!! As you wandered around this … [Read more...]
4 more reasons to come to the Artisan Market
Tonight, I'm gonna get right down to it: Allow me to introduce a few more artisans you'll find at the Mama's Artisan Market 2015. Remember, we're in Independence, just out the door from our Occasional Shop on the historic Creamery grounds. We're packing in the artisans this year, so be sure to stop by. The fun starts Thursday, September 10. Then come back on the 11th and 12th for more, there's new stuff each day! CAPtivating Designs www.facebook.com/CAPtivatingDesignsJewelry You … [Read more...]
The Artisans Are Coming!
Ahhh, August. I have a love/hate relationship with August. I love summer weather, HOT summer weather. But August seems to be our last hurrah to summer, you know the drill...fairs, lake days, last chance summer getaways...and then the school shopping. Exciting to get those kids back in school, yet sad that summer is winding down. So what do I do to tilt the scales on my sadness that "Winter Is Coming" (in my best Game of Thrones voice)?? Well, other than the obvious parental rejoicing that one … [Read more...]
Summer School in High Point
Last week a few of us "Mamas" were lucky enough to head down to High Point, North Carolina for some Annie Sloan training. One word sums it up AMAZING!! We learned so much! Here are Terrie and MJ arriving. Yep, that is me in the shadow there. The studio was beautiful. Inspiration everywhere you turned! Isn't that a beauty! Every color combination you can think of there. This was the floor done in Graphite and Old White with stencils. I loved this saying- so true! We learned so … [Read more...]
Meet the Mamas: Shawn
One thing I love to do around here is to give a little behind-the-scenes look into what makes Mama's Happy...well, Mama's Happy! If you didn't know already, there's a small army team of mighty women (and a few men) that keep all our stores running smoothly. Initially, I wanted to follow each Mama around for a day and take a zillion photos and share it all with you. But I think for now, a little game of 20-ish questions will have to do....just wait ladies, me and my camera are ready to … [Read more...]
Stillwater Grand Opening, June 27
Those of you keeping track know that we opened the doors of our 4th location in Stillwater nearly a month ago. Well, now that we've let the dust settle (check out the dusty photo below....there was LOTS of dust!), we're ready to host our Grand Opening celebration and we'd love to see you there! Come on over to beautiful Stillwater this Saturday and check out all the gorgeousness this store has to offer. I mean, those built-ins must have been made with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in mind, … [Read more...]
A long overdue update, Mama-style
Hi friends! It's been awhile, but did you notice anything different around here? We have a brand new web design! We are so excited to see the fresh, new look. But then we timed it all at the end of the school year (what were we thinking asks every parent of a school-ager who knows there's endless events in May), oh and we may have opened a 4th store in Stillwater! Amanda tells us sleeping is overrated. Needless to say, the blog has fallen by the wayside over the last month and I hope that's … [Read more...]
Celebrate Your Mama at Mama’s Happy
It's that time of the year again...everyone from Hallmark to every jewelry store in all the lands is reminding you that Mother's Day is just around the corner. Well, they're right. It's coming up soon. But did you know that Mama's Happy isn't just a furniture and paint store...we also have unique gifts in all price ranges! And not only can you find great gifts in our stores, you'll also be supporting local Mamas who have spent time crafting these gifts with you in mind. So stop on in, shop for … [Read more...]
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