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My dh is treating me to a trip to the wonderful papercrafting store, Enchanted Cottage, near Winston-Salem, NC. Could anyone suggest a good restaurant in that area where we could have lunch? Thanks!
__________________ Rita
God demonstrated His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us ... being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. Romans 5:8 & 9
Thank you so much, Lazydazy, for the information on Sweet Potatoes! I went to their web site and printed out a map and driving directions. Their menu looks so yummy ... it must be a fun place. Since this trip to NC is to celebrate our wedding anniversary, I think Sweet Potatoes will be a delightful addition to our day.
Many thanks!!
__________________ Rita
God demonstrated His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us ... being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. Romans 5:8 & 9
Have fun on your trip! We just went to Enchanted Cottage a few weeks ago. There were so many stamps it was overwhelming. LOL! We also were able to take a class while we were there. They also have a lot of scrapbooking stuff,too. Enjoy!
Have fun on your trip! We just went to Enchanted Cottage a few weeks ago. There were so many stamps it was overwhelming. LOL! We also were able to take a class while we were there. They also have a lot of scrapbooking stuff,too. Enjoy!
Thank you for your good wishes!! I'm glad you had such a good shopping experience.
I shopped there for the first time about a year ago. My dh was so patient and sat out on the front porch drinking coffee while I shopped. If I hadn't felt sorry for him I would have spent lots more time in the store trying to absorb all the goodies they sell. lol
__________________ Rita
God demonstrated His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us ... being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. Romans 5:8 & 9
Just a head's up. They will also ship anything you see there to you. I just ordered the Classic Large Scalloped Nestability and got it in two days. I live only 50 miles away from there. Marilyn and the ladies and gentleman there are wonderful. If you don't see ask them if they can order it for you. It's like going to a convention. Have fun and enjoy your day! My husband found a King RC Model Airplane shop about 30 minutes from there in King, NC. He traveled the back roads to get there. Look on Mapquest. Take care.
Just a head's up. They will also ship anything you see there to you. I just ordered the Classic Large Scalloped Nestability and got it in two days. I live only 50 miles away from there. Marilyn and the ladies and gentleman there are wonderful. If you don't see ask them if they can order it for you. It's like going to a convention. Have fun and enjoy your day! My husband found a King RC Model Airplane shop about 30 minutes from there in King, NC. He traveled the back roads to get there. Look on Mapquest. Take care.
Thanks for the information about having items shipped to me by the store.
I have been doing some research already on places my hubby might want to visit in the area and have come up with a couple of places. I want him to have a fun day, too.
Many thanks for your ideas!
__________________ Rita
God demonstrated His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us ... being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. Romans 5:8 & 9
The rubber stamp selection at Enchanted Cottage is nice but they do tend to be quite a bit higher than other stores and definately higher than you can buy online.
There really isn't any restaurants very close to the Enchanted Cottage. In Clemmons one exit before there are some restaurants. One I like by the Mall is The Village Tavern. Lewisville is a very small town. I live about 3 miles away from the cottage. It is a bit pricier than most other places even online but they have a HUGE selection. I always have to know what I want or else I will spend too much $ and time there.
Hope you have a great time!!!
__________________ Cassi R Mom to Tommy born June 5, 2009 ΦΜ �No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.� Eleanor Roosevelt
In my opinion it is worth it to spend a little bit extra to be able to see and touch the merchandise and have truly helpful store owners as opposed to ordering online. Sadly, I have to order nearly everything online now as all the local stamping stores are going out of business. They have to pay to have the location, utilities, pay employees to help us, etc. I live in a small rural area that used to have nice shops, but they have closed now because so many people will drive 40-50 miles to save $3-$4. With the price of gas-go figure!
In my opinion it is worth it to spend a little bit extra to be able to see and touch the merchandise and have truly helpful store owners as opposed to ordering online. Sadly, I have to order nearly everything online now as all the local stamping stores are going out of business. They have to pay to have the location, utilities, pay employees to help us, etc. I live in a small rural area that used to have nice shops, but they have closed now because so many people will drive 40-50 miles to save $3-$4. With the price of gas-go figure!
Enchanted Cottage is larger than most stamp stores so I'm not sure they would qualify as a 'small' store....which you would think would allow them to charge more reasonable prices. Don't get me wrong, I shop there too; however, since I have purchased so many stamps over the years, I came to realize that in many cases a lot of their stamps were priced above suggested retail. Also, if you purchase as many stamps as I do when I go there, I end up paying WAY more than $3.00 or $4.00 more than I would pay somewhere else. It usually ends up being about $40.00 or $50.00 more.
I don't know of any good restaurants, but if you happen to see some Moravian sugar cake for sale, buy some. Good gracious, that stuff is yummy! My sis went to the NC School of the Arts way back in the 80's and I loved going to visit her and bringing back that cake....
I don't think you'll even get to the restaurant because of everything to look at in The Enchanted Cottage. Bring your DH a bag lunch - he can eat it on the porch while you shop..
I wish I had seen all these posts before we traveled to the Enchanted Cottage today ... I would have tried to buy a Moravian sugar cake as suggested by LateBlossom. I also would have tried to find The Village Tavern as recommended by FromKorea; but we did end up eating lunch at The Big Shot in Clemmons. We enjoyed that very much.
If you've watched the Weather Channel today you are aware that we had a very rainy day in NC, but we decided to make the trip anyway. We were so glad that we did because we only had steady rain; no torrential downpours. It was a win win situation because our area desperately needs the rain. But, the rain kept us from exploring Winston-Salem to find the restaurant, Sweet Potatoes, recommended by LazyDazy. We do want to try that restaurant the next time we visit there.
I certainly was in heaven shopping at The Enchanted Cottage. Wow! My dream is to go there some day with my sleeping bag and just hang out for days and days. My money wouldn't hold out very long but I could bring my camera and photograph all their card sample boards, couldn't I?? lol
I highly recommend this store ... the selection is almost unlimited and the staff is super helpful and friendly.
Thanks fellow Splitcoaststampers!! You've made my day!!
__________________ Rita
God demonstrated His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us ... being now justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. Romans 5:8 & 9
Question re Enchanted Cottage Lewisville NC
Nice selection but a little pricey
