Leon & Lulu Shares Plans for Vacant Building Next Door
posted: 02/03/2012 by Jack Arens
See Original Article at clawsonpatch.com
When you drive past one of Clawson’s most notable and unique businesses, Leon & Lulu on 14 Mile, the building to the west sits vacant.
A former movie theater, the structure is now part of the Leon & Lulu family.
“Plans are definitely in the works,” Leon & Lulu owner Mary Liz Curtin said. “We painted it as soon as we got it, and we’re working on the design right now.”
Leon & Lulu purchased the property next door in 2011 and for several months now residents have wondered what Curtin and her staff were going do with the building.
The wait is over.
“It’s going to be called ‘The Show at Leon & Lulu,'" Curtin said. “We know for sure that there’s going to be coffee served and a bakery of some kind up front. The back, we’re still working on, but it’ll be fun and there will be popcorn.”
Curtin says since acquiring the building some of the original prints were unearthed and many of these original design aspects, such as paint color and plaster details, are certain to be incorporated into 'The Show at Leon & Lulu’s' decor.
Also, there are plans in the works to try and recreate the building's marquee, Curtin added.
Clawson residents can expect to see renovations and construction to the building begin in the spring and early summer months.
Curtin hopes the project will be complete by late summer of 2012.
Girls Night Out - Sassy Spring Fashions
posted: 01/24/2012 by Jack Arens
Tuesday, February 7, 6 - 8pm
(Fashion show at 6:30pm)
Come join us for a stylish spring runway show featuring fabulous looks put together by our in-house fashion stylists. See how to dress with sass & style for your body type.
10% of sales during the event as well as "interview ready" clothing donations benefit CareerDress.
Since its creation in 2002, CareerDress has assisted over 1,600 Oakland County women enter the work force. Women actively pursuing employment can make an appointment with Career Dress to be fitted for interview clothing. After securing employment, women may return to CareerDress to receive two more complete work outfits.
Come for snacks and sips and see real women walk the runway. (No walking hangers in this show!)
Clothing Donation Standards:
All clothing must be "Interview Ready" (on hangers, cleaned, pressed, free of stains/tears)
Clothing must be no older than 5 years.
We very much appreciate matching pant suits, solid color shells or tanks, blouses, jackets, slacks, purses, jewelry, and close toed shoes.
CareerDress does not accept:
sandals, casual shoes, denim, or sweaters
DDCdances Dances from the Heart
posted: 01/23/2012 by Jack ArensSunday, February 12th, 1 - 4pm
You're invited to "Dances from the Heart," a fundraiser for DDCdances. Enjoy sweet treat & snacks, 50/50 raffle, and watch the DDC perform. 10% of all Leon & Lulu sales benefit DDC.
Tickets: $25 at the door
$20 advanced sale, online or mail-in.
Children under 12 years old - FREE
Raffle tickets will be sold at the event.
Santa to Make One Last Stop at Leon & Lulu in Clawson Fox 2
posted: 01/04/2012 by David LondonSanta to Make One Last Stop at Leon & Lulu in Clawson: MyFoxDETROIT.com
Blood Drive
posted: 01/01/2012 by Connie Thompson
Tuesday, February 16th, 1 - 7 pm
Did you know that one pint of your blood can save up to three lives?
You can shop, save a life and have a cookie all in one visit to Leon & Lulu.
Schedule an appointment online or call 248-288-3600.
10% of sales that day will be donated to the American Red Cross.
Lessons in Feng Shui
posted: 12/31/2011 by Jack ArensSunday, February 19th, 3 - 4pm
In light of the Chinese New Year, now is the time to rearrange the furniture in your house to ensure prosperity, happiness, and well- being. Discover ancient secrets of Feng Shui and the natural magic of home furnishings. Take a psychic shopping tour for love and money-attracting items with local house whisperer, Dennis Fairchild.
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Welcome Mat: The Detroit News
posted: 12/24/2011 by David LondonWelcome Mat
December 22, 2011
See Original Article Here
Merry Chrisma-Hana-Kwanzaa-kah!
In the spirit of the holiday season, Welcome Mat has teamed with Pure Michigan to give away three colorful 2012 calendars showcasing Michigan in all four seasons to greet the New Year. If you're racing through the waning days of 2011 and find yourself with no wall calendar to plot next year's comings and goings, please email me by midnight Sunday at spollack@detnews.com. Put "Detroit News Homestyle calendar giveaway" in the subject line. (Note: This is an online offer only so we can get the calendars to winners in a timely fashion.) Now, take a deep breath and enjoy the holidays, whatever you celebrate!
Gurgle, gurgle
It first caught my eye a few months ago in a shop in Stratford, Ontario, and now I see the GurglePot turning heads at Leon & Lulu in Clawson. A surefire conversation piece, it literally makes a splash and will add a touch of whimsy to any table. Simple and graceful, the durable stoneware pitcher produces a delightful "gurgle" while dispensing beverages, with or without ice. It comes in 17 colors, two sizes ($23 and $42) and also works as a stand-alone accent piece or vase for fresh flowers. Leon & Lulu is at 96 W. 14 Mile; call (248) 288-3600 or check leonandlulu.com. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. An after-Christmas sale with holiday items half off starts at 9 a.m. Monday.
Cheers!
A collection of more than 100 antique pattern-glass wine glasses, produced by American glass companies from 1870-1910, graces the shelves of Silver Quill Antiques and Gifts in Warren. Their diminutive size, 21/2 ounces to 4 ounces each, made them perfect back then for serving rich, sweet wines made from apples, blackberries or currants, and they're just right nowadays for wine sampling or liqueurs. The four-piece set pictured, Double Dahlia and Lens, is $75. Individual glasses in the eclectic collection range from $6 to $18 and come with a copy of wine recipes, circa 1902. Silver Quill, at 22813 Van Dyke, is open from noon to 6 p.m. today and noon to 3 p.m. Saturday. Check silverquillantiques.com for more photos and hours or call (586) 756-8180.
Special events and promotions in and around Detroit
Through Jan. 16, new works by naturalist artist Nancy Byrum of Wyandotte and Leo Kuschel of Taylor, widely known for his paintings of Great Lakes lighthouses and shipwrecks, are on exhibit at River's Edge Gallery, 3024 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte. It's the pair's fifth annual holiday show. Pictured is a framed print, "Blue Ornament" ($135), by Byrum, who began painting dogs on ornaments as a hobby more than 15 years ago. For information on prices and hours, call the gallery at (734) 246-9880 or check artattheedge.com.
Glassblower April Wagner of Epiphany Glass Studios in Pontiac is hosting a special Christmas Eve open house showcasing her line of ornaments, paperweights, flowers and decanters ($34-$400) from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at her studio, 770 Orchard Lake Road, Pontiac. Pictured is a three-in-one gift item: a wine coaster that doubles as a business card holder or candleholder. Typically open by appointment only, the studio is a quarter-mile east of the intersection of Telegraph/Old Telegraph and Orchard Lake Road. The entrance is at the rear, accessible from Sylvan Court. Check epiphanyglass.com or call (248) 745.3786.
Holiday Shopping at Leon & Lulu on Fox 2
posted: 12/20/2011 by David LondonHoliday Shopping at Leon and Lulu: MyFoxDETROIT.com
Leon & Lulu Inspires Buick Design
posted: 11/30/2011 by David London
GM Color & Trim Designer Ven Lai draws on interesting elements to create the thoughtfully done interior environments that Buick owners appreciate.
Miracle on 14 Mile Rd.
posted: 11/29/2011 by David London