Kim_Johnson
Earlier in 2017 a former co-worker decided to open her own dog grooming shop. I used to work with her about 10 years ago in a very busy grooming shop near by.
We were around the same age and really got along well. She was a new groomer and I have been grooming for years. She used to compliment me on how I handled the dogs and customers, especially when we were super busy. I never thought much about it. You never know what impression you make. We kept in contact through Facebook.
I had recently moved back to my hometown from Florida Shortly after I moved back I got an IM from her asking if I would like to manage a new shop. I of course agreed. It took a lot of planning and we had to find the perfect location. She lives in a small town Northeast from me and wanted the shop to be in town.
A few months ago another IM arrived, she had found the perfect little place.
Here are the before pictures below.
We took out that wall and made it an open concept. People love to see their furry family members being groomed, without and dark back areas. There was a grooming shop here before us. We needed a whole new makeover.
We took up the linoleum floor and replaced it with tile.
Here is a very basic sketch of what it will look like.
The wall on the left is where the existing wall was, we made it a half wall.
Four grooming stations, the front desk and the waiting room.
So far we have this much done..The painting has now been finished and the orange area is now white.
The style we are going for is going to be Rustic Lux. The colors will be white and blue.
The wall on the left will have a misty mountain scene that I will paint using the subtle blues and greys.
Here is the front desk which I will paint a stressed blue grey and white, and my new boss! This front desk is an antique and super heavy, it will be turned like the plans look.
Here is looking out the front windows. These windows reach from floor to ceiling and are the store front. All glass! Check out the door handle.
Meika, my wolf dog had to come up to approve the new site.. Camera avoidance, I get it. I don’t like it either. lol
Aha, there is her face!
And a view from the side walk.
The building was built in the 1800’s, and is part of the historical part of town. I love it. Next is a panorama.
Walking down the sidewalk that is shown above you come to the end and cross streets.
Turning around and looking back up the street, there is this really cool building at the end. It used to be a burger shop and is now for rent. It is zoned for food, I hope someone rents this soon. It is so cute.
Here is my new key. I love the blue paw print.
More updates will follow.
Here’s to a New Year and New Beginnings.
I wish you all a Happy 2018!
Glad to see your plan goes well, Kim! I am sure you will succeed with your new business.
Thank you Albert, I will have more pictures next week.
Photos for the next progress? Nice!
Wonderful, Kim! I missed this post somehow 😮 This place looks great. Nicely located, a fine building, and two ladies who know what they want and how to go about getting it. The very best of luck in this project 🙂 Looking forward to more pics as you progress.
Thank you Norman. I painted that old desk a weathered very light sea foam blue. I did forget to take pictures. lol We should open next week, probably Wednesday! More pictures to come if I remember to take them. hahaha
I tweeted it for you-maybe you’ll get some traction!!!
Oh great, thanks a bunch. : )
Wonderful Good luck-looks great
Thank you Steve! Much appreciated.
Bravo on your new venture! The location looks fabulous and all the plans seem just right. Best wishes in the new year.
Thank you Robert, I love the location. Now for the fun stuff.
The building is quite pretty, I wish you the best of luck in this new business
Thank you Nela, yes I love that building.
Indeed 2018 is starting brightly — I am happy for you and I hope the business will flourish. My cousin has been dreaming about this kind of business because she loves dogs. Good luck…many wishes for happy times
Indeed your 2018 is starting brightly — I am happy for you and I hope the business will flourish. My cousin has been dreaming about this kind of business because she loves dogs. Good luck…many wishes for happy times
Yes it is! New hope! Tell your cousin its a great career. There are schools you can go to learn dog grooming. The love of dogs is how we all start. Dog training is also a good course to take, and vet tech helps as well.
Hahahaha she would be glad to know about that information. Thank you. She is wonderful with dogs.
That’s awesome, thank you for sharing about this journey beginning. I wish you lots of success with this new job!
Thank you Courtney, it is an exciting time. We will have a news team come out when we open. Hopefully I can share the video here.
My pleasure, and it sounds like it! I’m glad! That sounds great too, hopefully you can!
It is nice to see more small businesses starting up. Hopefully lack of demand will keep your rent low…
I hope so as well, we have a 1 yr lease, in which time it wont raise, but watch out for the next year right? lol
I don’t know, do you think property values are going to rise anytime soon?
Who knows with the economy like it is..
well I hope it works out for you, regardless
I wish you great success in your new job!
Thank you Ileana! : D
what a wonderful start for you!!
Good luck!!
Thank you Alibb! I’m very excited to get started.
You are a very organized person, and will make this business successful. I wish you all the best dear Kim
Thank you LaJenna, this will definitely take organization. I will keep you updated as we go.
Great idea! But if you want to feel like home you must use some orange ? and cream or another combination! White & blue are could ?
Thank you Lorso, not going for the home look, but more of the modern warehouse look crossed with rustic luxe. Blue, is my favorite color and looks great for a salon with baths, and white aspen as accents. There will be wood, wrought iron, and a white picket fence. lol I hope it works.
Wow this is a great opportunity for you Kim. Great photos. Love the story!
Thank you Carol, I will keep ya updated!
This start is great. I wish you many successes.
Thank you Elenka,I am so excited.