Three years. Wow. That’s first big milestone right? We are so excited to be celebrating Little Woods’ third birthday. Join us on Saturday, April 27th from 3-5pm (details below).
Not everyone knows this, but Jason and I have dreamed of owning a tea shop on “a main street like the one in Ames” since we were 21 years old. That was the year he brought me back a suitcase of tea from China and we had that “wouldn’t that be neat” someday-maybe-chat. We joked it was our “retirement plan”. Well, I guess I’m retired, ha!
Here’s a fun look at our shop pre-remodel. I don’t think I’ve ever shared this photo.
After
We blitz DIY’d our way through remodeling the space, plumbing was the only thing we hired out. A friend came and helped me build the tea bar by converting the counters we purchased from the previous renter (her husband custom built them for her). Within two months of renting the space we opened. At the time it seemed like forever, but now I know that’s a crazy short turn around for opening a brand new from scratch business.
Some highlights from the last three years.
So, what’s the new thing we are adding this year? It’s been something that’s been in the works since last fall… new packaging for all our blends! We are so excited to have partnered up with Rippke Design in developing new labels for our teas! They are stunning and highlight the quality blends contained within.
Little Woods’ Birthday Party
- Saturday, April 27th, 2019
- All day, but tea treats and games from 3-5pm
- 136 Main Street, Ames, Iowa
Starting at 9am
- First 20 people to visit the shop will get a free sample of bulk Spring Equinox.
- Secret prizes based on a super secret list (aka first person to buy a tea latte will get a sample size of bulk chai to take home)
- Tea samples of the original 8 teas we debuted at the farmer’s market
- 20% off the original eight Little Woods Blends
From 3-5pm
- Meet the Little Woods family
- First 20 people to visit the shop will get a free sample of bulk Spring Equinox.
- Complimentary tea treats to enjoy with your tea.
- 4pm: First annual Tea & Little Woods Triva!
See you soon!
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