Sunday, January 8, 2017

Antoinette's New Venture (Photostory)

For those of you who aren't familiar with Antoinette, she has been the resident chef here in Morristown.  The last few years have been spent cooking on television shows.  It was very time-consuming, which is partly why we didn't get to see much of this family. 

"Hello, guys.  Welcome to my new bakery.  It's still a work-in-progress, but coming along pretty nicely.   I don't have an official name, yet. but I will by the time we open the doors.  Recently I made the decision to open this bakery to have more control over my schedule and my life.  With my kids getting older, it's important for me to be in their lives more, not less."  (Antoinette)

"Sad to say, I think I made the bakery a little too small.  It seemed much larger before we put all the fixtures in place.  We will make the most of it."  (Antoinette)

"Do you guys remember my youngest daughter, Zahara?  She's my tag-along today.  She's sitting at the eat-in counter.  I didn't want a ton of eat in space, so I think that's perfect.  Zahara, can you say hello?"  (Antoinette) 

"Hi."  (Zahara)

"That's probably all we are going to get.  Santa brought her a tablet for Christmas.  I'm really starting to question that decision.  Let's get back to the tour."  (Antoinette)

"The touch screen cash register is sitting on top of a shelving unit that will hold some retail items."  (Antoinette)

"On the back wall is another shelf.  The coffee station will sit on top.  I'm not sure what will be on the other shelves, but extra storage is always nice to have."  (Antoinette)

"The daily baked goods will be kept in this bakery case.  I can't wait to fill it up with all kinds of goodies."  (Antoinette)

"The recessed area on the back wall, with the clear shelves is just something I designed to add a little more interest to the decor."  (Antoinette)

"Finally, this shelving unit with the baskets will keep the daily baked bread.  Mmmm, I can almost smell it."  (Antoinette) 

"That concludes the tour for now.  The plan is to hire at least three part-time workers to run the front of the store.  I will do all the baking for now.  As the business expands, I will provide internships to aspiring bakers.  I already hired one of the workers.  I invited her here today so you could meet her."  (Antoinette)

"Come on out."  (Antoinette)

"This is Caia (ka-ya).  I was really impressed with her during the interview and hired her on the spot.  I really think you are going to like her."  (Antoinette)
"Hello everyone.  I'm looking forward to meeting you.  Make sure you stop in to say hello as soon as we open."  (Caia)

"Well, guys.  That's it for now.  I look forward to seeing you back here in a few weeks when we open the doors.  Ciao for now!"  (Antoinette)

This is the $5 Amazon cupcake doll that inspired the bakery  This will be Antoinette's outfit.  The part-time workers will be dressed in all black or pink shirts with black pants.  

15 comments:

  1. Nice bakery. It's perfect. I can't wait to see all the baked goods Antoinette makes.

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    1. Jaye - Thanks. She and I are both looking forward to do a little baking.

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  2. This is so cool. There are plenty of small eateries here that have very limited seating so they make do.

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    1. Muff - Thanks. She is going to make do, too, because I'm not redoing it. An interior door leading to her small kitchen would have been nice. She will figure something else out.

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  3. The bakery is coming along nicely! I am looking forward to seeing more of Antoinette and the new business.

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    1. Georgia Girl - Thanks. I've really missed this family. This is a great way to get them back into the stories without buying them a KidKraft house.

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  4. That's a gorgeous little shop! It reminds me of the little bakery here in town, which didn't have indoor seating until (iirc) about 2000 or so. I especially like the "glass" shelves. That's a great detail and a really neat idea.

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    1. (I should probably mention that local bakery has been here since at least the 70s, lol)

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    2. Presto - Thanks! Antoinette is hoping for longevity with her little bakery, too. Hearing about your local bakery gives her hope.

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  5. Really nice bakery. I love going to the local "Village Bakery" with all there fine baked goods. Something to be said for the small homestyle bakeries rather than getting baked goods at a big store. BTW, I am getting a pop up screen everytime I open your blog lately. It has "Watch Now" and "Download" buttons. Of course, I don't execute, but thought I would let you know. I don't get it on any other blogs.

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    1. Phyllis - Thanks. It's going to be fun filling the shop with goodies. Thanks for letting me know about the pop-up. I just removed the gadget that was more than likely causing it. You shouldn't see any more popups. If you do, please let me know.

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  6. What a cozy little shop. I love the long counter to the right. The dolls are beautiful! I need to get that redhead gal...she is so pretty!!

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    1. Farrah - Thanks. A little more cozy than originally planned. Yes, the redhead is a must have. She is one of the tall ladies, but I rebodied her on a Made to Move body.

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  7. Antoinette's bakery is nicely decorated and quite quaint. I can almost smell the baked goods!

    Caia is quite the snazzy dresser. I love her short jacket and full-length dress/skirt combo.

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    1. DBG - Thanks. Caia is trying to make that all important impression on her boss.

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