Fredericksburg, Gruene, Wimberly, Texas shops @ Christmas

These three towns will keep you busy with shopping, fanciful foods, and beautiful scenery. We love to visit in Spring and Winter. There is always lots to do. If you do visit Fredericksburg, Texas you might consider starting out your day @ the Rather Sweet Bakery off Main Street http://www.rathersweet.com/ for some delicious fresh baked muffins, scones, or quiche and hot coffee. I am constantly researching retail merchandising displays, seasonal-product, and interviewing shop owners any chance I get. I am hoping one day to have a store front or online store. I am currently reading and studying the book, Specialty Shop Retailing , written by Carol Schroeder. Its about everything you need to know to run your own store. As Roy and Dale used to sing, Happy trails to me and to you.

Bed and Breakfast in downtown Gruene, Texas

Crystal bottle in Gruene shop

Winter berries in Wimberly, Texas

Wooden planters on Main Street, Fredericksburg

Mercury look alike urns and lamps @ shop in Fredericksburg

Garden decor and salvaged boat on brick path @ shop in Fredericksburg

Sidewalk view on Main Street in Fredericksburg.

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