Thursday, December 2, 2010

Caffco

I have a secret.  Actually, it may not be a secret to some, but it was to me until three years ago.    

There’s a little place called Caffco that I visit about three or four times a year, especially during the Christmas season.  It’s tucked away on Highway 231, behind Southern Homes and Gardens.  “Year-round indoor yardsale” is the description that comes to mind when attempting to explain this little gem.  You need wall decor?  Caffco’s got it.  Christmas ribbon?  Tons.  Cellophane bags for wrapping?  All sizes.  Easter, fall, and Fourth of July paraphernalia?  You bet.

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DSC_0253It’s the coolest.  And the best part is that it’s cheap.

DSC_0245-1See these stars on my mantle?  Caffco.  I love them.  And I loved them even more when I saw the $5.00 price tag.

DSC_0269   DSC_0266 DSC_0271 I’ve been eyeing this guy since October.  Don’t you think he’d be so cute in a bookshelf?  Maybe with a plaid Christmas ribbon tied around his neck? 

DSC_0274 DSC_0259 DSC_0258 Don’t be fooled, though.  They’ve got non-Christmasy things, as well. 

DSC_0278 DSC_0281 DSC_0265 This is how Sam feels after a trip to Caffco. 

DSC_0246-1 If you decide to take a whirl yourself, you won’t be disappointed.  Tell ‘em Emily sent you.

Just kidding.  Please don’t.  They’ll ask you who Emily is. 

 

Here’s driving directions, for those interested:

1. Take Highway 231 towards Wetumpka.

2. After passing Southern Homes and Gardens on your left, look for an iron gate (shown above).  The iron gate will be immediately after the entrance into SHG.

3. Take a left into the gates, and follow the road all the way down.  You will eventually come to Caffco on your right.

5 comments:

Karen Isbell said...

I'm so glad someone else shares my love for reindeer and cafco! I have not found its equal here in GA although I'm sure there has to be one hidden somewhere! However, I do try to visit cafco as often as possible when I'm in town! Merry Christmas!

Emily said...

KAREN! So good to hear from you! I didn't even know you read this thing. Next time you're in town, let's get together...and go to Caffco!

Heather said...

Thanks for sharing emily!! I didn't know about Caffco- I can't wait to go check it out! I love all things crafty, and cheap is even better! I have been searching the internet this year looking for inexepensive, homemade or semi-homemade Christmas decorations and haven't found a lot ideas. This looks like a fun place to get creative ideas from! I love your mantel decorations- Is the greenery live or artificial? Oh, and sorry this was such a long comment! :)

Emily said...

I think Caffco will be right up your alley, Heather. The greenery on our mantel is real---I just asked for leftover shavings when we got our tree from Lowe's. They have tons. And it smells so good.

nikond90 said...

Hey Emily! It's Mary! I am actually doing some blog surfing outside of work for once! It's about time I was able to get on here and post a comment! I LOVE Caffco and was so excited to see that they sold that ribbon that is like the blue ribbon on the Christmas tree that you took a pic of. Love that stuff and it is so easy to work with! Anyway, I hope you are having a wonderful weekend! Talk to you soon!