2008 ~ Purse Time 4 U - Unique Handbag

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Happy Holidays TO ALL...

Doreen and I would like to wish all of our customers and friends...a very Merry Christmas and a joyous New Year, 2009! We thank you for all the support and words of appreciation we have received throughout the year.

We finished our last boutique for the year on Friday, December 12th. This was a fund raiser for Welcome Home Ministries, Africa an orphanage in Jinja, Uganda, East Africa. To learn more about their ministry in helping the orphanage you can visit their website at Welcome Home Ministries, Africa. They also had a table of craft items made by the women of the village near the orphanage. The items were so unique and colorful.

This is the time of year when we need to help those less fortunate and to count our many blessings. Thank you to all that attended the boutique. You have extended a helping hand to those that will greatly benefit from your purchases and donations.

Merry Christmas...
Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Friday, December 5, 2008

Artisian's Alley...Saturday...December 6th

For all our wonderful customers in the San Diego area...please come by to see us at out last boutique of the season in your area. We will be at Artisan's Alley on Coronado at the Village Elementary school located on H Street between 6th and 7th.

The weather looks like it will be a perfect shopping day. Hope to see many of you.

Sue and Doreen

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Sugar Plum Craft Festival...Orange County Fair Grounds

Don't forget Sugar Plum this Thursday through Saturday...December 4th - 6th. Many new items and a section for Christmas gifts that are under $35.

See you there...
Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Monday, November 24, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!

Hi Everyone...here it is the week of Thanksgiving and we want to say thank you to all of our supporters of our blog and boutiques.
We have been so blessed with meeting so many of you at our boutiques and being able to assist you in purchasing your Christmas gifts of unique handbags, fashion scarves, and hats of all types and colors. Thank you...Thank you.

This week is a rest week for us as far as boutiques go, but we are still knitting handbags, scarves, and hats to show you at the next boutiques the first week in December...just in time for those gift purchases. I just finished up a very nice black handbag that has some sparkle to it with our great leather handles. Will be starting a hat to match this handbag so you can have a great look for this holiday season.

We will be at Sugar Plum December 4- 6th and I will be down in Coronado at Artisan's Alley Boutique on December 6th. This is our first time at Artisan's Alley in Coronado, so I hope to see many of you from that area. They are celebrating 36 years as a fundraiser to benefit their high school band and choir program.

Boutique Information:

Sugar Plum...December 4-6
Where: Orange County Fair Grounds, Bldg 10
Hours: Thurs & Friday 9-9; Sat 9-4

Artisan's Alley...December 6th (Rain or shine!)
Where: Village Elementary School (between 6th & 7th Streets on H Ave)
Space #: 101
Hours: 9-3
For more information: http://www.artisansalley.net

Hope to see you either in Costa Mesa at Sugar Plum or in Coronado at the Artisan's Alley Boutique.

Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Monday, November 10, 2008

Nutcracker Boutique & Show...November 21-22

We will be at the Nutcracker Boutique on November 21-22. We are looking forward to meeting and greeting you again.

Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Friday, October 3, 2008

Hi All...Don't forget to visit us at Sugar Plum October 16 through 18. We have added many new creations to our Fall Collection and look forward to previewing the new collection at the first of eleven shows we have for this season. Below is the schedule of all the shows we will be participating in...

October 16-18, Sugar Plum...Orange County Fair Grounds-Bldg. 10
For additional information and map go to Sugar Plum No strollers please

October 18 & 19, 31st Annual Rancho Bernardo Winery Fall Arts and Crafts Fair...Saturday & Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM, Free Admisson and ample parking. Bernardo Winery, 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, Rancho Bernardo. For information call (858) 487-1866 or go to Rancho Bernardo Winery We will be at same spot as previous years, Lower Park space #49. Come join us for food, drink, and entertainment and of course to see all the wonderful artists and their wares.

October 25, 23rd Annual El Dorado High School Holiday Boutique...Our location is space #130 in the gym. Hours: 9AM - 4 PM. El Dorado High School, 1651 N Valencia Ave, Placentia. Call (714) 780-9211 for more information. Admission $2 and benefits the El Dorado Quarterback Club.

October 25, California Utah Women at Disneyland Hotel...8:00 - 12:30. For information call, (949) 457-2557 or go to CUW website

November 6-8, Sugar Plum...Orange County Fair Grounds-Bldg. 10 For additional information and map go to Sugar Plum No strollers please

November 7 & 8, 26th Annual Irvine Holiday Faire...Friday 5-9 PM & Saturday 9AM - 4PM, located at Irvine Fine Art Center 14321 Yale Ave, Irvine. Space #F2

November 13 - 16, Wine Country Boutique...Thursday 4-8PM, Friday 9A-6P, Saturday 9A-6P & Sunday 10A-5P. Show location: Monteleone Meadows, 35245 Briggs Rd, Murrieta For direction and location go to Wine Country Boutique

November 21 & 22, Nutcracker Holiday Boutique...Our location is in the Family Resource Center #129! Friday 9-6, Saturday 9-4...admission $1...at Brea Community Center, 695 E Madison Way (corner of Madison Way & Randolph Ave). Free parking, no strollers please. For information call (714) 990-7771 or City of Brea Community Center . Proceeds go to Community Center Teen and Family programs.

November 22, Mission Viejo Holiday Boutique...8AM - 5 PM Norman P Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo For information call (949) 470-3062. Our location at the boutique, Jacaranda Room Space #40

December 4-6, Sugar Plum...Orange County Fair Grounds-Bldg. 10 For additional information and map go to Sugar Plum
No strollers please

December 6, 36th Annual Artisan's Alley Craft Faire, 9A-3P Coronado More information to follow.

Well, that is a very full Fall schedule and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Sunday, August 31, 2008

Debra's Cottage...

Hi...the new store photos from Debra's have been uploaded to their site. As you can see our booth is full of Halloween surprises. Stop in to see all the great Halloween treats we have for you...

Debra's Cottage is located at 2777 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa. Phone number is 714.662.5828

Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Saturday, August 30, 2008

We're Back!

Hi All...I can't believe that summer is almost over and school starts in a few days.

As the title states...we are back! After many starts and starts, our new web site store is finally up and running. It has been a long and arduous task but well worth the effort. We are so excited about the results and hope you will see the may improvements we have made. To view the the new web store go to store.pursetime4u.com.

We have also been busy knitting up a storm and have added many new items to the store for the Fall season.

We have a lot of boutiques this season, and we will be starting the season in October with four boutiques...and will be ending the middle of December with a total of eleven boutiques. I will be posting the dates on the blog as soon as they are all confirmed.

Debra's Cottage will be featuring us on their web site so take a look to see what goodies we have in the store. Most of the items we have at Debra's are not on our web site and are exclusive to Debra's.

It is nice to be back at a running pace...see you soon!

Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Sugar Plum...June 12-14, 2008

We will be at the Orange County Fair grounds June 12 - 14 for the Sugar Plum Festivals.
Please drop by to see us. We have added many new handbags for you to check out.

Again...thank you for all the support we receive at all our venues. Irvine Fine Arts Festival last weekend was an example of our following. Great to see all the previous customers and the new.

The next show we have is 4th of July at the Brea Country Fair. It will be a fun day of music, food, craft booths, and much more.

See you soon,
Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Irvine Fine Art Boutique...June 7th

Hello...we are knitting like mad for our next show on June 7th. We will be adding at least 20 new colors and styes to our handbag collection. In addition to the new handbags we have a new collection of fashion scarves and hats. Won't you join us on the 7th in this lovely setting to preview our newest collection and to just sit and chat. Enjoy live music and food around the lagoon as you spend a spring day shopping. Admission and parking are free!
For more information call (949) 724-6880

The next show after Irvine will be in Costa Mesa at the Fair grounds (Bldg 10) for Sugar Plum. The dates of this show are Thursday - Saturday...June 12 - 14. For more information go to
Sugar Plum Festivals.

More news...later this week check out our web site with a new, refreshed look. Also added is the acceptance of Mastercard/Visa/Discover cards. We will still be processing PayPal. Free shipping is still available, so take this opportunity to get great value and new styles.

See you at Irvine...
Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Thursday, May 15, 2008

New look...Same unique handbags!

Hello Everyone...we had a wonderful two days down at Rancho Bernardo Winery! Weather was perfect, and the winery was just as lovely as always. Thank you to all you shoppers that visited us. We are truely appreciative of all your support.

We have a new look coming on the Pursetime 4U web site. We are totally revamping our web site with a new, modern look. It will also be much easier to shop and view the unique handbags, fashion scarves, hats and more. Keep checking back on the web site...hope to be up and running with the new look in about a week.

Also, with the new look, we are accepting Mastercard/Visa/Discover cards and... we are still offering FREE SHIPPING to say thank you to our loyal customers and potential new clients.

Next show is June 7th at the Irvine Fine Arts Boutique in Irvine. It is a lovely setting right on the little lake and I am sure the weather will cooperate, making it a day of fun and shopping. See you there. We will have many new handbags at the show.
You can go to their web site receive more information about this great event. This is their 14th year!

Sue and Doreen
Pursetime 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Thursday, May 8, 2008

Mother's Day is here!

Hi...just a reminder that Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 11th. Check out the various items we have that would delight Mother.

Our Annabelle Noel Vase Sets are all wrapped ready for that special gift to Mom. You can also present her with a spring bunch of flowers to put in her gift.

Another great idea is an unique handbag from our collection.

Or look at the lovely Fashion Scarf that would enhance her favorite outfit.

All these special gifts can be hers...and there are many more to choose from at our web site Pursetime 4U.

Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms!
Sue and Doreen
Pursetime 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

FREE SHIPPING!

Hi All...we have just added "FREE Shipping" to our onlinestore. This could be a huge savings for you, depending on the order and distance. We have added new products and hope you will take a minute to stop by the Web site to see what is there.

Purse Time will be at the Rancho Bernardo Winery Boutique on May 10 - 11th. If your are in the area, please stop by and see us.
We have recently received email from several customers we met last year asking about various handbags/misc items we had for sale. It is exciting to talk with all of you and hear from you from time to time.

We also have added several features to our web site/online store. We will continue to accept PayPal as a form of payment, but will adding Master Card/Visa/Discover cards once we have updated our web site (which we hope will be very soon). We hope this will make your shopping experience more comfortable and efficient.

In addition to Master Card/Visa/Discover/Debit cards being accepted online...we are now able to accept your cards at boutiques and shows.

We are very excited about these newest features as we wish to make your shopping experiences with Purse Time 4U the "best" it can be. Thank you for your support throughout the years and months.

Sue and Doreen
Pursetime 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Thursday, April 3, 2008

New Collection on Web Site

Hi...We have just uploaded new items to our web site. Please take a minute and check them out.

We are also adding a new line of handbags to our web site called Isabella's Journey and April Cornell. We are very excited about this new addition and hope you take a minute to check out the web site.

On April 12th we will be at the CUW (California's Utah Women) at the Disneyland Hotel. We have participated in this boutique over the past few years and hope you to see you there. It is from 8Am until Noon.
California Utah Women: Disneyland Hotel (Information: 949.457.2557)

Well, until the next time (blog)...we hope you have a wonderful week. Spring is here...enjoy!

Sue and Doreen
Pursetime 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

City of Brea Spring Craft Boutique

Hi All...just finished up with Sugar Plum and boy what a turn out. Thank you...to all of you that stopped by and said Hi! Always great to see you and chat about the new line and colors. We will return to Sugar Plum in June.

We will be at the Brea Spring Craft Boutique this Sat, March 15th from 9AM - 4 PM. Our location will be on the concourse in the Family Resource Center (across from the rest rooms and information/registration desk).

Brea Community Center
695 E. Madison Way
(corner of Randolph Ave and Madison Way)
Brea

• $1 admission with FREE parking (Proceeds benefit Community Center programs)
• Please no strollers or shopping carts
• For information, call 714-990-7771

As always, looking foward to seeing you again. And if you can't make it...check on our web site store for the lastest in handbags, fashion scarves, and hats. Many new and colorful items to choose from.

Sue and Doreen
Purse Time 4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Sugar Plum Craft Festival...Orange County Fair Grounds

Hi All...just a quick reminder that we will be at the Sugar Plum Craft Festival starting March 6th through the 8th. You can print out this coupon to be entered into a $100 gift drawing. Bring it with you to the craft show.

We are looking forward to seeing you soon. Also, the next weekend we will be at Brea Commiunity Center for their Spring show.
Keep checking back to the blog for any additional updates.

Doreen and Sue
PurseTime4U
Debra's Cottage

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Thursday, February 7, 2008

Super Saver Coupon!

Hi...don't forget the coupon sale that is ongoing until February 29th.

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Spring Boutiques/Shows for 2008

Hi All...the following are the dates for the boutiques and shows we will be participating in this Spring!
Don't forget the coupon sale that ends February 29th. For details check the blog for January 8th...

Spring, 2008 Boutiques and Shows:

Sugar Plum: Orange County Fair Grounds, Bldg. 10, Costa Mesa
March 6-8 Thurs, Friday 9-9; Sat 9-4
(Information: 562.598.0857 www.sugarplumcrafts.com)

The City of Brea-Spring Craft Boutique: 695 E. Madison Way, Brea
March 15 Sat (9-4)
(Information: 714.990.7771 www.cityofbrea.net)

California Utah Women: Disneyland Hotel
April 12 (8-12)
(Information: 949.457.2557)

Rancho Bernardo Winery 31st Annual Spring Arts/Craft Fair: Rancho Bernardo
May 10- 11th (10 – 4)
(Information: Bernardo Winery 858.487.1866 bernardowinery.com)

City of Irvine, Fine Arts Center: 14321 Yale Ave, Irvine (in Heritage Park)
June, 2008 Date pending
(Information: 949.724.6880)

Sugar Plum: Orange County Fair Grounds, Bldg. 10, Costa Mesa
June 12-14 Thurs, Friday 9-9; Sat 9-4
(Information: 562.598.0857 www.sugarplumcrafts.com)

Please save the dates and we hope to see you soon!

Doreen and Sue
PurseTime4U
Debra's Cottage

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

New Creations At Debra's Cottage

Hi...just got back from Debra's Cottage and wanted you to see some of the newest creations we have added.

Since Valentine's Day is quickly approaching...We thought it would be nice to add a few "dietic" cupcakes for our customers. They are hand knitted to resemble cupcakes. What friend or special someone wouldn't want to receive this cute reminder of your friendship (and not worry about the calories). Give a cupcake with a card to let that someone know you care!

Another item we just added is a small potted vase of baby roses wrapped in a perfect ribbon for Vanentine's Day. These little roses last beyond any live roses and are small enough to keep on the desk or coffee table.

And...don't forget our coupon sale. Check the previous blog post to see all the details or you can go to our web store at PurseTime4U and click on the icon for "shop".

Sue and Doreen
PurseTime4U
Debra's Cottage

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Coupon Sale!

Hi All...Doreen and I thought we would have a coupon sale on the web site. The coupon is worth $10 off your next purchase.
When you are ordering it will ask you for the coupon number...just enter 0801001 and you are all set. This is our way of thanking all you loyal customers who have ordered in the past and to also welcome new buyers to our store.

I just added two new handbags to the store and you can view them right on the front page of the store. Here is a sneak preview of one of the new handbags.

Enjoy your shopping!
Sue and Doreen
PurseTime4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871

Monday, January 7, 2008

Happy New Year...2008!

Doreen and I would like to wish you a very Happy New Year. We changed out and added to our inventory and have added Valentine items to the store at Debra's Cottage . You can visit us there at the Bristol Design Center...2777 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714-662-5828) to see all the newest products. As you can see by the photo, we are all ready for your Valentines needs to give to that someone special or to decorate your home. Please stop by and visit us...there are yummy cookies and coffee available while you shop.

We are working on the new designs for this spring, so continue to check back at our web site to see the newest in unique handbag fashion.

Once again, we wish you a healthful and joyous New Year...2008!
Sue and Doreen
PurseTime4U

Sue and Doreen

(949) 766- 2871