Just so you know...

You know we have baby things - but did you know we have CUTEST baby/toddler things IN TOWN??? Well, we do.
Clothing lines: Smafolk, Tea Collection, Kumquat (modeled below by adorable Judah), Rowdy Sprout, Mini Mioche, Mini Shatsu and more

Toys & Accessories from: Dwell, Cate & Levi, 3 Sprouts, Wry Baby and more!
Send us a pic of your tot in something from Jac and they can be a star on our blog too!

Our newest MODEL!

Here is adorable baby Eli modeling one of his favorite outfits! A onesie by Mini-Shatsu:Have a pic of you or someone you love touting something from Jac? Send us a pic!

Inman Park Dine Out - Let's Eat, Shop and Drink for a cause!

Inman Park is one of those neighborhood gems in Atlanta. Grand old homes, refurbished historic buildings, unique businesses and delicious restaurants. We love being part of this awesome collection!
And we love to show neighborhood support. That's why tomorrow (Wednesday) we are joined up with most of our neighbors for the Inman Park Dine Out where we will donate a portion of our sales for the day to the Inman Park Security Patrol - a wonderful group of people helping to keep Inman Park safe.
We encourage you to check the list of participating businesses and make a day or night (or both) here in Inman Park supporting these fantastic local shops, restaurants and bars.
See you all tomorrow!

All Scream for ICE CREAM!

My favorite real estate agent has been diligently working away on an Inman Park Dine-Out to happen later this month (stay tuned for details). Lucky for me, local Inman Park star Jake's Ice Cream has decided to participate by launching the Inman Park Ice Cream Flavor contest.

Whooopeeee! To enter, review the current flavor list on the website to assure that there are no duplications of existing flavors. Then, with your favorite natural ingredients in mind and including things that best reflect the beauty, the spirit and the character of Inman Park, name and invent a flavor! The winning flavor will make its debut at City Council Chambers on the 20th of July, when Atlanta City Council get to come in and make the new batch with Jake. The flavor will also be an ongoing feature of the Irwin Street Market store. And doubly lovely, fifty cents of every scoop, pint and quart goes to the Inman Park Security Patrol.
Hmmmmmm....I am off to dream up the most delicious scoop ever!!!

NEWS FLASH

Our Summer sale begins tomorrow!!
That's right - 30% off ALL spring merchandise!!!
So ladies and gents, hop on over to Jac before it's all gone!
Want to shop online? Enter "summerthirty" in the coupon code at check-out.

Want more discounts? Head on over to The Mercantile on Dekalb Ave and mention that you love Jac. and they'll give you 10% off your purchase!

Happy Sales! XOXOJac.

Totally Awesome

I heart my friend Martha who is a wickedly awesome graphic designer. Yay for her as she is getting married in October! Just check out these incredible Save the Dates she sent out that had us drooling: No, your eyes do not deceive you. Yes, that is letterpress, designed by Marth herself, done by the lovely Alee & Press, stitched by Marth onto fabric by Amy Butler. Clearly we are on the edge of our seats for the official invite, and of course, the wedding!!
**Want Martha to design something for you? Email her at marthahemphill@gmail.com

Shameless Plug

Our fabulous and infamous Torso Model (who moonlights as a stupendous real estate agent) has interviewed the Jac. shop dog (Albie, above) on his incredible blog A is For Atlanta. This is one you don't want to miss!

Lovely Surprises.

Last night was full of 'em.

Off we went last night to sample some fab new cocktails at Ecco - an incredible little eatery in Midtown. We were provided with delish meats and cheeses and indulged in a "Meat & Potatoes" Vodka drink complete with Gerkin pickle and Salami for garnish. YUM. That was promptly followed up by a fruity Bourbon number and "Long Live the Queen" - an award winning cocktail using peach bitters and elderflower syrup. Double yum.

It would be wise to say we were feeling pretty good last night.
Who would have thought we could be feeling any better?
Oh, but we did!

We finally got to meet fabulous style icons Lauren & Catherine - the famous AsianCajuns! Despite how cool and sweet we thought they might be, we were doubly impressed in person. It was a pleasure to finally meet them and thank them for all of their support. We also got to meet food blogger Lindsay and her fiánce and discussed all of Atlanta's hidden gems.

Definitely a great night! And cannot wait to go back to Ecco.

There are many things I think of myself as, but one thing I never considered was a "Go-Getter Gal." Yes, I have accomplished a few things that I had set out to, but really that was done by just placing one foot in front of the other. More "following a path" than "going and getting." But thanks to Debra Shigley, I have changed my mind!
I met Deb back in February when she kindly asked me to be part of her research for her untitled new book, a follow-up to her book "The Go-Getter Girl’s Guide: Get What You Want in Work and Life" due out this September. I was flattered and obliged to the interview. Upon our first meeting I was hooked by Miss Shigley. Beyond being delightfully sweet and easy to talk to, Debra is ever so stylish, smart and an accomplished Go-Getter herself!
Now I am an avid reader of her blog - Go-Getter Girls and just the other day, she posted a bit of our interview here. Just a taste, but already I can't wait to read her first inspirational read in September!! You go gal!

AMAZING DISCOVERY

This is an incredible project. And if you're a reader of this blog, my guess is you'll find it important too:

Food For Thought

Did you know that STRESSED is DESSERTS backwords????

Sure explains a lot!

(cupcakes by Sweetpockets)

Marcellina LOVE

One of our very favorite jewelry artist's was featured on the AWESOME Atlanta blog HERE. It's a great interview - check it out!! To shop for Marcellina G's jewelry, go here and to see more of her great designs, come into the shop!

Neighborhood Jewels

Often times people ask why I selected Inman Park for Jac., and to me the answer is a no-brainer. It's the 100-year-old tree-lined streets, numerous parks, old Victorian houses and new mixed-use developments. All of them make for an unbelievable neighborhood. So many gems to be found! And actually this past week I had time to visit and experience a few of them:
Serpas - brand new restaurant by Atlanta acclaimed chef Scott Serpas in Studioplex - delicious and what a gorgeous space! Um, Eggplant Hushpuppies and Texas Crab Toast??? Hells yeah.
New Moon Skincare - Amy Leavell, esthetician extraordinaire, also at Studioplex, gives incredible facials and more. Serene setting and Amy is wonderful at making you feel comfortable and beautiful!
Il Loca Lino - an old Inman Park stand-by, this amazing restaurant is like a perfect New York Italian restaurant hidden away. Seriously. Go. Now. The owners serenade you, the food is scrumptious (chicken parm is ABFAB) and it's a great space for a romantic date or a group party.
So those are this week's recommendations. Go and enjoy and of course, on your way after come visit us at Jac!

Lady is a STAR!

As you know, we looooooove posting pix of our lovely customers sporting their Jac goods. So we were so thrilled when superstar PR gal Kate Thacker (of Caren West PR) wore her Samantha Pleet Tuxedo dress for her photoshoot in MetroMix's Top Twenty To Watch in 2009. Congrats Kate - we'll keep our eye on you!

Jac's Baby Love!

tIf you didn't already know (where have you been???) we carry some of the most AH-mazing baby clothes and gifts. Here are a few of the most recent receivers sporting their Jac wares:

Above: Julian in Kit+Lili
Below: Julian in Smafolk

Zoe with her Zebra Crossing Club Cow Backpack

Lil' Andrew in a Birdlette onesie and matching Goody Goody shoes! Pick up a pair here. And shop for a cutie-patootie onesie here.

Have a picture of you or someone you know with/in something from Jac? Send it to info@dearjac.com and we'll make you famous on here too!

A BIG and HEARTFELT thanks!!!

Photographers. Some are good. I am not.
Jesse and Whitney Chamberlain are amazing.

This stylish and super sweet couple are based in Inman Park and when we needed some photos shot last week (for a project we'll disclose next year!) there was no hesitation on who we would call. And not only did they do a phenomenal job, but they were so easy and fun to work with!
Though they handle mostly weddings, engagements and portraits, if you or anyone you know ever is in need of fabulous photography, call them! Our Labor of Love
They also have a super fun blog here.
Thanks you two!!

Party Pix

So a big huge thank you to all of you who came out to celebrate last night!!! What a rockin event! Thanks so much to Cachaca for playing a fabulous gig!!! And here's juust a few of our movers and shakers:

Jac. Goes to the Prom!!!

Well, sort of! One of our favorite customers, Nicole, rocked the fabulous tuxedo dress by Samantha Pleet at her school's prom this last weekend. Doesn't she lovely???

Do you have a pic of yourself (or your tot??) clad in or sporting something from Jac???
If so, send it in and up on the blog it will go!

Eat THIS!

Salvation has arrived.
Seriously.

Down in Inman Park we have a serious collection of restaurants to dine at: Shauns, the Rathbun empire, Fritti, Sotto Sotto, Wisteria, Il Localino, The Albert, Zaya, Highland Bakery, Pacific Kitchen, Zuma, Inman Perk, P'cheen; the list goes on and on. All of them are lovely and you should definitely come down and partake in them.

But what we have had a lack of, or rather a full-on absence of really, is a wonderfully, fabulous market. A'la Star Provisions on the west side.

And now, lo and behold, Parish has arrived.

Part gorgeous New Orleans-inspired restaurant (upstairs) and part gourmet food mart (below), we now have house-made salami at our doorstep, muffuletta sandwiches on a whim and a cheesemonger's dream spread directly across the street. Yep, you can envy us.

Parish opens to the public this Wednesday the 30th. Expect live jazz brunches, dishes under $20, homeade ice cream and a dog friendly patio with wifi. My attempt to bring you a look from the patio area is below. I took it on the sly with my phone so don't give me any lip!

Come visit us soon and then stop by one of the fab restaurants down here for some good eats! xxxJac.

Jac’s Jewelry For Tornado Relief

Dear Friends,

Our neighbors in Cabbagetown are suffering from the tornado warpath of three weeks ago and need our help. So for the month of April we will be donating 10% of the proceeds from every jewelry item purchased at Jac. to the Cabbagetown Tornado Relief Fund.

So stop by the store to see our lovely newbies! From Verre New York's candy-colored pieces (pic above), to Moss Mills cocktail rings, to Recycled Rings knit jewelry, to Marcellina G. charm necklaces, to Beckerman's quirky necklaces, and still the fabulous Toki, Alex Monroe, Rivka Jewelry, Indulgems, Lisa Levine, Ophelia, Glint and more!