Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
13 Years
What is your primary product or service?
Specialty toys, educational materials, classroom decoratives, homeschool curriculum, birthday parties
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I have a teaching degree and love helping children feel successful in all that they do. I love find the perfect product to engage children in play.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our store offers one-one assistance when choosing products. We gift wrap for free. We offer classes for kids and host birthday parties.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
1
We are hoping to be in the Oak Harbor area one day.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Coming from the freeway/Headed North on the Guide Meridian
Take exit 256A off I-5.
Continue on the Guide Meridian through the next 3 lights.
The last light will be at Bakerview Road.
Prince Avenue is 1 block north of Bakerview Road. There is no light here.
Turn right, and we are at the top of the crest on the right.
Headed South on the Guide Meridian
Prince is 1 block south of Westerly Road, on the left.
There is no light here.
Turn left, and we are at the top of the crest on the right.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Check, Visa, M/C, Amex, Discover
Which areas do you service?
Whatcom, Skagit and Island counties. We also have an online store and ship everywhere in the continental US.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Jen Zimmermann
Kristen Krumdiack
What are your hours of operation?
M-Sa 9:30-6
Sunday 12-5
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That a product we sold them has helped their child in some positive way.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
What makes you unique makes you beautiful. The same is lame. Pharrell Williams