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Join us for this free event of live music and art
We will have light refreshments and drinks, a food, truck, and complementary wine and beer.
Wednesday June 4 from 5-8 pm
Gallery Reception for James Craig, Esq
Craig James, a somewhat self-proclaimed artist is a native of rural eastern North Carolina. He believes growing up in rural eastern North Carolina was the driving force behind his creative mind. He watched members of the community whittling, quilting, building, and fabricating so many things. Now he understands, that in the small town of Maple Hill, North Carolina, he was watching artists creating works of art. As an adult, he found himself carving on sticks and later doing steampunk pieces. In 2008 he painted his first acrylic on canvas. He only dabbled in creating art for more than the next decade until 2020 when the pandemic hit. With time on his hand and a creative mind, he started to paint and build and carve and sew. His love to create arose from its slumber. He has works of acrylic on canvas, mixed media on canvas, (all abstracts), abstract wooden carvings, and steampunk pieces.
Fairy tea cup workshop was a great time. Meeting new friends and hanging was so therapeutic and we each left with our own special creation. Michelle brought along the sweetest little miniatures and guided us along with our imagination. She also made up these cute kits with all the things you need to make your very own. Come get them in the store ๐ฅฐ
This beautiful couple chose 2 original Bren West raw canvas
“I see the the dunes on the beach where he asked me to marry him”
“The blue ridge mountains is what I feel in this landscape”
@brenwest.art
@billwestmusic
See Bren’s art through the month of May at GypsySoul 1179 N Main St in Lillington NC
#lillingtonnc #shoplocal #gift #community #mothersdaygifts #gradgift #art
We really love when women (well, everyone. But we don’t have men’s clothes yet) feel beautiful, comfortable, and special in their style of expression. Let us know what you want to see more of in store. We are investigating local sourcing to expand our range of sizes to make fashion accessible for all (yes also men ๐)
We strive stick to our vibe of being unique, comfortable, easy care, and AFFORDABLE with a flair for the bohemian.
Today Bren West came to install art for the May exhibit.
Please join us on Friday, May 9th from 5-8 pm to meet this award winning, amazing artist. Bren is now living in NC, hailing from South Africa. Her perspective is captivating. She has originals in all price points (seriously!) as well as prints. These make an excellent gifts for your graduate or Mother’s Day.
Her husband, Bill West Music will be providing live acoustic music for an enjoyable evening for all.
Refreshments will be served. This is a no cost event. All are welcome.
@brenwest.art
@billwestmusic
#lillingtonnc #artshow #wanderlust #makingnewfriends #community #gift
I have missed you fabulous people ๐ค
This gypsy soul is back from her latest wanderings!!!! Truly, a wonderful respite with friends and family.
Back in today through Thursday 11-6 with book club Thursday at noon
FRIDAY - big day! 10am -8pm. Art gallery reception for Bren West featuring live music, complimentary wine, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres.
Saturday also a big day with several workshops and your Mother’s Day and graduation one stop shop. ๐๏ธ ๐ผ ๐ฉ๐ ๐
#lillingtonnc #shoplocal #wanderlust #treatyourself #gift #makingnewfriends #gypsysoulshop
Saturday 11-4
WanderFest April edition
There will be#lillingtonnc #shoplocal #wanderlust #gypsysoulshop #treatyourself #community #makingnewfriends a lovely group of artisans, crafters, plant specialists for you to meet this Saturday. Come visit and wander with us at GypsySoul 1179 n main st next to Wendy’s in Lillington.
Yo, go to Bartaco in North Hills and ask for Emma and Charlotte. I must say not only do they have great taste in clothing, but they are also excellent servers! See you soon, ladies.#lillingtonnc in order of these ladies mention this post and get 10% off! #bartact #feedsackfabric #comfy #gypsy #affordablefashion
The real reason why I couldn’t open the shop today.
There was a cat on my lap ๐
Just kidding. We lost power here and there and it just didn’t seem like a wise idea.
Of course, now the sun is shining and all is well.
Apologies if I missed you and see ya tomorrow!
#treatyourself #gypsysoulshop #lillingtonnc #gift #cat #drivingrain #tornadowatch
April Book announcement ๐ข
I am so excited about this one!
The hard cover is in stock at the shop and available for 30% off list!
Instant New York Times bestseller!
“A gorgeous, gut-wrenching” (Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author) historical novel about two mothers facing unthinkable choices as the Nazis invade France—from the New York Times bestselling author Kristin Harmel.
Paris, 1939: Young mothers Elise and Juliette become fast friends the day they meet in the beautiful Bois de Boulogne. Though there is a shadow of war creeping across Europe, neither woman suspects that their lives are about to irrevocably change.
When Elise becomes a target of the German occupation, she entrusts Juliette with the most precious thing in her life—her young daughter, playmate to Juliette’s own little girl. But nowhere is safe in war, not even a quiet little bookshop like Juliette’s Librairie des Rêves, and, when a bomb falls on their neighborhood, Juliette’s world is destroyed along with it.
When the war finally ends, Elise returns to reunite with her daughter, only to find her friend’s bookstore reduced to rubble—and Juliette nowhere to be found. What happened to her daughter in those last, terrible moments? Juliette has seemingly vanished without a trace, taking all the answers with her. Elise’s desperate search leads her to New York—and to Juliette—one final, fateful time.
A sweeping celebration of resilience, motherhood, and love, The Paris Daughter is “historical fiction at its best” (Sadeqa Johnson, New York Times bestselling author).
***CLOSED TODAY***
Watching WRAL and we’ve got winds and rotations on what I’m officially calling
‘Wacky Weather WTF Wednesday’
See ya tomorrow for book club at noon and 6!
(Now I can finish my book ๐)
Good morning! ๐ฌ๏ธ at the request of my dog and the very strong possibility of losing power and getting a free trip to the Land of Oz…we will be opening this afternoon.
Most likely between 1 and 2.
Stay grounded my friends!
Introducing ๐ the new clothing line chosen at NYC Market earlier this month! Guuuuurl….COMFORTABLE and 100% organic cotton feature fun vintage feed sack designs. The top I am modeling has a boat neck and high/low hem with horses ๐ด . We will offer a limited quantity of each style/pattern so get it while it’s here in Lillington! I will post as they come in from Washington state. **the dragon dress is shipping out today! Eeeeek!!! ๐
Turned off the heat this weekend at the shop to conserve propane and money… Then the temperature dropped, and it was 53 when I walked in. Good thing I have a space heater, a cozy alpaca blanket, hot tea, and beautiful art to appreciate on this dreary, rainy day.
#lillingtonnc #treatyourself #gift #art #artgallery #tea #alpaca #photography
Y’all. Show some appreciation for this reel that took me waaaay too long to compile. ๐
Attended a business summit today that was a virtual shot in the arm. Surrounded by fellow hustlers and dreamers, I have a renewed zeal and a lot more resources than I knew was at my fingertips.
Resolved not to go it alone and people are solutions. Enrolled in more classes. Did you know we have a lot of free resources available and I am here for it!!! Thanks @centralcarolinacc and @dunn_chamber @harnett_county
Topping off the week with coffee and donuts today and tomorrow from 10-3!!
1179 N Main St next to the Wendy’s!
We’ve had a LOVEly week at the shop with GALentines and our monthly book club meet. Check out our events page!
#makingnewfriends #wanderlust #community #bookclub #workshop #treatyourself #donuts #coffee #foodtruck #treatyourself
Thanks NYC! Returned home inspired and exhausted. The Market at The Javitz was spectacular. So many ideas, beautiful products, vendors, and seasoned shop owners got me feeling like this is actually my destiny. Glad to be home and, true to form, already planning the next buying trip! #lillingtonnc #affordablefashion #creative #eclectic #manhattan #industry #trends #gift
Can you help me? I’m in NYC for the apparel and accessories market at the Jacob Javitz Center. Window shopping and very small treats on 5th avenue. Here’s the question…What kinds of items would you like to see at GypsySoul?? I’ll be on the look out for more flex/sized and plus options of flattering, livable, affordable clothing.
Had my hot dog with mustard. Now in the lookout for a pretzel and cheesecake!
#gypsysoul #wanderlust #nycshopping #windowshopping #iwish #designonadime #affordableluxury #style
The donut truck is here until 3 or until that sell out. Come get em!
Mr Eric says he has our delicious apple cobbler donuts. Along with all of our other favorite flavors.
1179 N Main St in Lillington next to Wendy’s!
Come in and treat yourself to something fun in the shop.
#treatyourself #lillingtonnc #donuts #donutsdonutsdonuts #timetomakethedonuts #smallbusinessowner #shoplocal
That FRIDAY feeling!!! Ah Friday…my second favorite F word. (check out the hand crafted F-bombs by Lori’s Crochet closet in the reel ๐). And you know the drill…we got the donut AND the coffee truck out this wonderful morning. 1179 N Main St in Lillington right next to Wendy’s in the GypsySoul parking lot. #lillingtonnc #donuts #coffee #latte #smallbusinessowner #shoplocal #unique #treatyourself #plants #affordableluxury #gift
Cold day…enjoyed LOTS of hot tea. New beverage center for you lovelies! Coffee, tea, hot cocoa when you shop and visit next time!
Admiring this evil eye tree with Ganesh that I picked up on an excursion to SC.
Snow is coming. I’m going HOME ๐ก
#lillingtonnc #smallbusinessowner #wanderlust #shoplocal #unique #dreamscometrue
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Owning a business means wearing many hats.
Add web designer to my resume. Check it out. And let me know if any of the click buttons don’t work ๐
#small #business #smallbusinessowner #not #raining #notraining #juggling #struggle #lillingtonnc #community #TagYourFriends #share
Happy Saturday! come on down to 1179 North Main St. in Lillington next to Wendy’s. We’ve got Duck Donuts and Bloom brews coffee from 10 to 3! Eric is serving up fresh apple donuts along with your other favorite combinations. #treatyourself #wanderlust #duckdonuts #affordablefashion #TagYourFriends #lillingtonnc #shoplocal #share #community
Yo yo yo it is FINALLY FRIDAY! And GypsySoul is here to give you a little lift. Come in for a few laughs and you might see something that tickles your fancy. And, of course, coffee and donuts 10-3 because, why not? See ya soon panda ๐ผ #diva #wanderlust #wanderlust #affordablefashion #unique #treatyourself #duckdonuts #ShopSmall #TagYourFriends
Had a blast with Shannon from Plant Therapy PlantTherapy. She brought all the fun stuff to make not one, but TWO terrariums! We all learned a lot, made new friends, and had fun! #plants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #planttherapy #terrarium #classes #craft #makingmemories #share #lillingtonnc #shoplocal #community #TagYourFriends
Well, well, well….. good news, bad news. Bad news is: I had plans with a book, a blanket, and the couch thinking there was a slight chance of getting snowed in! GOOD NEWS IS: I get to do my favorite thing and open up the doors to the shop. Hope to see some friendly faces today. The Duck Donut ๐ฉ truck is at the shop 10-3 and get $5 off in the shop with donut purchase! Come see us at 1179 N Main St in Lilly from next to Wendy’s! #donuts #share #lillingtonnc #treatyourself #shoplocal #community #duckdonuts #gypsysoul #fairtrade #interiordesign
Stores ran out of bread? Don’t worry, we got you! Prepare for the storm with milk sandwiches made with donuts!
The duck donut truck is here right now and will be here until three or if weather conditions abruptly change. Come get your donuts and a five dollar off voucher to use in the shop at GypsySoul on any purchase.
HAPPENINGS
join us at our gathering place
maker's classes
explore your creative side with guided classes while relieving stress and making new friendships.
find events and ticket links on Facebook or contact us
monthly book club
the first Thursday of each month enjoy a relaxed and engaging conversation with pot luck snacks. We offer a day meet at noon and also an evening meet at 6 pm! Hope you'll join us!
WanderFest Artisan Markets
Meet and shop local talented artisans at one of our outdoor markets
Local art and items in store
Plenty of local talent to be found in our shop, from art to spices, teas, room sprays, candles, wax melts, and so much more!
Always hunting for the next big thing!
My goal is to create a welcoming and inspiring space for all.
I welcome your ideas, suggestions, requests.... Feel free to reach out to me - Jaimie