The Quick & Easy Gifting Solution
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Written by: Whitnee Mosley
I have celebrated Christmas with the Mosley family for 12 wonderful years and Christmas has ALWAYS been one of my favorites to celebrate with them. The way that we celebrate is that we spend Christmas Eve together in our PJ’s, we open gifts and enjoy some quality time with one another, and, finally, after my kids (8 yo & 6 yo) cannot be patient any longer, my in law’s set out everyones Christmas Boxes. Chris, my father in law, gets so excited to watch everyone open their gifts and Angie is a PRO gift-giver! Seriously y’all, she’s one of the best!
She has always gifted us our “stocking gifts” inside of Christmas boxes and I have LOVED that. It seems so easy, you don’t have to try to stuff EVERYTHING in a stocking, plus it’s something she reuses every year!
So pretty much my mother in law is a GENIUS and got me to thinking- why can’t I use Christmas boxes for ALL presents!?!
When you take the average chaos of Christmas + 2 kids and a husband + out of town family visiting + expecting your 3rd one on Christmas Day = you will try anything that seems easier and makes the holidays more stress-free. Angie visited Hobby Lobby years ago for her Christmas boxes, but since we live in the age of Amazon, I went right on my phone and found some really great Christmas Box options.
Below I’ve linked some of my favorite Christmas boxes that I’ve found on Amazon, so if you have Amazon Prime these can be here just in time for Christmas:
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If you are already ahead of the game and have all your gifts wrapped with pretty bows, then I salute you! But if you haven’t started then this is a wonderful alternative that you can use year after year!
We hope you are able to slow down during this chaotic season and have the BEST Christmas ever!
Want to see the items inside of our gift boxes? Click the links below:
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Q & A with The Pie Queen of BG
One of the best things about creating GypsyMoon Marketplace has been being able to meet and be surrounded by such talented people. Brie Golliher is one of those people. This Pie Queen not only makes delicious pies, but she is also a wife, mother, entrepreneur, hustler, an inspiration, and a friend. We have had the honor of being around Brie for years, and if you are around her for even 5 minutes, you’re able to see how passionate she is about what she does. We are honored that she was kind enough to answer some questions for us! Read below to find out all the burning questions you’ve been dying to know about Brie Golliher- The Pie Queen of BG
What’s your Business Name?
The Pie Queen of BG
Tell us about your business?
My pie kitchen is located in the Boyce General Store, a country store built in 1869.
What made you choose this type of business?
I have always, always wanted to have a bakery and here I am, living my dream.
What is unique about your business?
I feel like pie has the ability to connect with so many people on a personal level because it reminds them of their grandmother. That’s the biggest compliment ever.
What was a big turning point in your business?
When I started doing local television segments and launched online ordering.
Do you have employees?
2 pie queenies
Bonus Question: If you answered yes, when did you feel that it was the right time to add employees to your business?
When I start to feel myself burning out, I try to reevaluate where I’m working too much and if I can afford someone else to do that.
How do you advertise and market your product/service?
On social media and on our website. I’m a big ambassador for Bowling Green tourism (and the state) and then in some local publications such as Bowling Green Living Magazine.
How do you handle or look at competition?
I don’t believe in competition when it comes to small business; your light doesn’t get any dimmer if you light someone else’s.
What are some of your 2020 business goals?
I want to write a cookbook, that’s my biggest goal set currently!
What does your average day look like?
I get to work around 6am... help the store girls out, hopefully get to bake in the kitchen and fill orders till about 3:30pm then head home to get the boys off the bus and make dinner. During the holiday season, I have lots of after hour events or late night baking sessions to fill all the orders.
What keeps you from burn out?
I try to always have travel scheduled that allows me to visit new places, even if it’s just to Nashville or Louisville where I can get inspiration from other places.
What’s your favorite quote?
“If you love what you do, people will fall in love with you.”
How do you balance family and work life?
It comes in waves, some seasons need more work, and some need more family. Lucky for me, my family helps with the store a lot so I can do both, together.
What are some of your 2020 personal goals?
Better health.
Tell us a fun fact about you
I’m a book nerd. I read cookbooks like a novel and I can remember a recipe after reading it one time.
What’s something you wish you had known when you started out?
No one is going to love your business as much as you.
What is one piece of advice you’d give to someone just starting out?
Success doesn’t come from only working on the days you want to.
What do you want to be remembered for?
How I make people feel, either through my food or the space we have created in our community.
How can people connect with you?
Instagram is my favorite @thepiequeen_bg
Why You’re So Important to a Small Business Owner.
One of the perks of our job is that we have the pleasure of being able to talk to numerous small business owners. A lot of these business owners have some similar traits: they are incredibly hard-working, they are passionate about what they do, and they are constantly thinking about their customers .
These small business owners work tirelessly year round and have been planning all things Christmas/Holiday since the summer months. They have been thinking, creating, curating, making, and shopping - with you in mind
They are thinking of you when they plan their budget for the rest of the year.
They are thinking of you when they are shopping at market and trying to find the perfect items for you to buy
They are thinking of you when they are working for hours in their studio creating their handcrafted items to sell
They are thinking of you when they are planning their special Holiday events
They are thinking of you when they are working on social media posts and wondering if you’ll ever see them
They are thinking of you as they take the photos and upload items onto their websites or Etsy.
They always have you on their mind, because you are the person who helps keep their dream alive. You are helping to put food on the table for their family, pay their mortgage, and allow them to do what they love.
These small business owners want you to know that you are not just a number to them. They WANT to meet you and connect with you. Not just so that you will buy their items, but to also see if you enjoy what they have worked tirelessly on. They love to hear your positive comments, see you laugh at a product they thought was funny, and walk away with a smile.
There is just something so special about shopping on Small Business Saturday, and we hope that you choose to shop small and shop local not just on this upcoming Saturday, but everyday.
Click the button below to shop small with our full list of previous vendors. They are all so talented and may have some wonderful deals going on just for you!
Photos in the post taken by Lindsey Jones Photography and Emily Rose Photo
FAQ: Everything you need to know about the upcoming Christmas GypsyMoon Marketplace
We get asked a lot of questions prior to GypsyMoon. Click here find out the answers to our most frequently asked questions!
1. How did GypsyMoon Marketplace start?
GypsyMoon Marketplace started with Angie Mosley. Angie really loves decor, unique items, and anything antique/vintage. She had the dream of hosting her own barn sale and told her daughter-in-law, Whitnee Mosley. With Whitnee’s can-do attitude and Angie’s dream, GypsyMoon was born and held on their family horse farm.
2. What is a barn sale?
A barn sale takes place either on a farm, in or around a barn. It can be described as an upscale vintage/handmade marketplace. The vendors and artisans are hand selected and screened to ensure that each vendor is top notch. Once they are selected, they spend weeks pickin’, preppin’ and preparin’ for the upcoming sale. They don’t just set up a booth; they design, decorate and stage each stall with eye-catching displays that will draw you in to shop.
3. How often do you host GypsyMoon Marketplace?
GypsyMoon started Fall 2015 and has been held every April and November since. The upcoming GypsyMoon Marketplace will be our 9th event!
Our Spring GypsyMoon Marketplace will be held on April 24 & 25, 2020 so mark your calendars :)
4. What are the date and times of your upcoming GypsyMoon Marketplace?
November 7th: 4pm-8pm $10 Admission- Kids 12 & u Free
** Get a stamp at the GMM Tent and/or GMM Information Desk to come back and shop all weekend! **
November 8th 12pm-8pm $5 Admission- Kids 12 & u Free
November 9th 10am-4pm $5 Admission- Kids 12 & u Free
5. Where is it located?
Highland Stables Event Venue: 1301 B Hunts Lane, Bowling Green, KY 42103
6. How many vendors/storefronts are there?
We have about 85 vendors/storefronts that are set-up at GypsyMoon! We keep it that way for each and every GypsyMoon- Quality over quantity is our motto!
Check out the weekend map below to see where the storefronts are!
7. Are there any special events happening during the event?
Thursday Night
5:30p-7:30p Savannah Dean will be playing live music
Friday
12:30p-2:30p Scott Harris will be playing live music
6:00p-8:00p Santa will be coming to GypsyMoon! He will be available to take pictures with your family.
Saturday
10:30a-11:30a Foraged Wreath Making Demo with Jessica Broyles from Starry Fields Farm
12:00p-12:30p Tori Beth & Co. Demo
1:00p-3:00p Live Music with Clifty Creek Band
8. What can I find while shopping at GypsyMoon Marketplace?
Everything! There are so many different gift items, home decor, vintage items, clothing, furniture, candles, and so much more!
9. Is it indoors or outdoors?
We would say 85% of the vendors are located indoors! There are a few vendors out front and some in our food truck area.
10. Will it be heated?
We will try our best to make sure everyone is comfortable but what a great opportunity to wear your cutest chunky sweater with boots and a beanie to get in the holiday spirit :)
11. What happens if it rains?
The show must go on! Majority of our vendors are indoors so wear your rain jacket but once you make it inside, you’ll be just fine :)
12. Does it cost to get in?
It does! Thursday Night is $10 per person and Friday and Saturday it is $5 per person. Kids 12 and under are free! A portion of the gate proceeds go to the non-profit, Life’s Better Together.
13. Are credit/debit cards accepted?
Being on a farm in the county, is not ideal, but some vendors will try to make it work. We ALWAYS recommend having cash on you.
14. Is there ample parking?
Oh yes! We also have golf carts that will pick you up and make your parking experience easier.
15. Will there be food?
Absolutely! We have food trucks, pies, popcorn, donuts, cookies, and wine tasting!
16. Stroller/Dog friendly?
Pets on a leash are welcomed, as are children (haha! totally kidding). An umbrella stroller may be best because it will be smaller and easier to maneuver. All of the stalls and back barn are mulch, so strollers may be a little tough to maneuver in those areas.
17. What are 3 top items to bring when coming to shop?
Dress in layers with comfy shoes, a shopping tote and cash is always king.
18. What would be the ideal outfit to wear while shopping?
Anything that will keep you warm and comfortable. So we suggest: layer, layer, layer and comfortable shoes!
19. Who is GypsyMoon Marketplace for?
Everyone and anyone! Women, men, children, dogs, etc.
20. What’s one important thing you think every shopper should know?
We want them to leave with the best experience possible and with a trunk full of stuff!
21. How can I stay updated with all the latest GMM news?!
Check out our social media pages on Instagram and Facebook and continue to check our website! If you are wanting to be a vendor at our next GypsyMoon in the spring, keep an eye on our pages. We will be putting out applications in November.
We hope to see each of you out at GypsyMoon Marketplace!
xoxo GypsyMoon Gals
Weekend Map
