Copabananas

Claire Bear

Wow, I look like I've been hitting the sugar packets pretty hard already, don't I? I'm just so excited it's Halloween...tricks and treats and all. Scary movie marathon tonight. I'll post more pics later...

The Counter!

Got the counter today! Thanks Robert! I love it, it's awesome!!! No more card table, so great!

Black Bars

These black bars sunglasses were so silly I just had to carry them in the shop. I didn't actually think they'd be as popular as they have been. Here's what the copy on the box says: "Black Bars offer no promise of anonymity and may draw unwanted attention. It is possible this product will make you appear ridiculous. Do not operate heavy machinery while wearing Black Bars at night. Pants may be required (check local city ordinances). Keep Black Bars away from children and humorless adults."

The Little Details

We're closed today due to a total power shutdown in the building so the rewiring can be finished. In the meantime, I'm enjoying my first day off since we re-opened. Just thought I'd take a minute to mention 2 backordered items we received last week from Accoutrements. The gummy haggis and the tattoo bandages are 2 small items that pack a big wallop. It doesn't get much weirder than butterscotch flavored gummy haggis, and the tattoo bandages are great to add to your growing decorated bandage collection.

Turned A Corner

Yesterday I think we turned a corner. It was the best day we've had since we re-opened, but also, the vibe was great. There was a steady stream of people all day and they were really into it. It was the first day I felt like people accepted the reinvention of Copabananas without question and that makes me feel great because the store is exactly the way I want it. I didn't have to justify not having party supplies, gift wrap, and cards (which to me makes all the sense in the world). But everyone had their favorite thing they came to Copabananas for, and if it's on that "do not sell anymore" list, they're disappointed. I could never and can never have everything for everyone. But when people come in and find the perfect gift, or that thing they never knew they wanted so much, or just have a good laugh, then I feel truly satisfied that I'm doing everything right. I know every day won't measure up to that standard, but yesterday did and for that I'm grateful.


Here's a couple pics of the paper masks displayed along the picture molding.

Kitchen-Vision

If you're thinking your kitchen needs some excitement, I recommend these 3 items to solve that problem. First, the Cool Shooters are a shot glass-shaped ice cube tray that makes little ice cups. These have been really popular. Next, Holy Toast is a bread stamper that will definitely make your morning toast more fun. And the third item I recommend is just in time for cookie baking season. The ABC (already been chewed) cookie cutters are hysterical and will challenge your decorating abilities while providing twisted fun at your next cookie exchange. Look for them all on the eBay store if you can't make it in to the shop!

Reminder: Print and Save!

Just a reminder that there's a couple of weeks left to use the coupon for 10% off any sale of $10 or more!

Hypotrochoid Art Set

You say spirograph, we say hypotrochoid, we also say fun! Abby and I can't stop playing with the new hypotrochoid art set we got in last week. All the gears, pens and circles store neatly into the tin box.

Victorian Paper Masks

Yesterday I got in an order that I had forgotten I placed at the NY Gift Fair. It was the great victorian paper masks that I love so much. The icons of the 20th century collection is always the most popular.

Print and Save

For a limited time, click on the picture, print out the coupon, bring it in to the store, and save 10% off any one sale over $10! We'll honor it until Halloween.