Rustic News Page

Web Site Changes/Additions
alias "notes from Laura"

January 26th, 2006 Well it is obvious that we haven't been keeping up with this part of the site, for that I apologize. A lot of the links below don't work anymore and I thought about removing all the old news. However, I decided to leave it there for posterity. Rustic Ranch has grown quite a bit and we now have a store in Nashville, TN. If you're out in that neck of the woods, please stop in and say howdy to Laura. Missy Foote is managing the Sanger store. One of the major additions to our website since the last update is a "gift registry". If you are getting married, having a baby on the way or any other reason for a registry, check it out. We can add items to the online store if you see something in the brick and mortar store that isn't online. We're hoping you have a great 2006. Thanks for your support.

July 28th, 2003 Grandma Maggie's Birthday. Well folks, we're doing a major overhaul to this site. We've had basically two stores online for the last 6 months. One housed the items you could directly buy online and the other was all of the goods that didn't lend itself to selling online (like the custom furniture). We are working now to merge it all together. Now when you find something you'll either be able to order it directly or click a link to send a product inquiry to us. This what our new online store looks like. It has some new features as well. You can post a review of any item you've purchased. There a several ways to pay for an order from credit cards to mail in, fax in and COD. Let us know what you think. By the way, Christmas goodies are now online. Also, this page is going to be replaced with a new Rustic Ranch Community Forum. Most of the links on this page are no longer working, so don't be surprised if you get a bunch of "page not found" messages.

April 15th, 2003 Tax Day, I hope y'all are ready. Between getting my new property (for my house, not another store...yet) ready to build on and all of the trade shows, I've been pretty busy. I've found some pretty interesting stuff at the shows. This is one of the neatest picture frames I've run into. We also have some unique, functional artwork, like this Roper wine bottle holder. We're also working with a new vendor on metal goods. He makes some gorgeous beds and this Ranger Star Sofa table. Another new vendor I've run across does some fantastic work. It's all special order, but take a look at this pie safe. Have a great Spring!

January 23rd, 2003 Wow, changes due abound. We've revamped the menu system to try and make it easier for y'all to navigate around the site. Let us know how we're doing. One addition worth noting is the desk we got in this last week. It's wood and steel and can be customized with your brand or whatever on it. That's it for now, but the way it has been going, we'll have more news to report. ( Like Missy's upcoming birth event)

January 18th, 2003 Well, all of us here at Rustic Ranch Furniture hope you had a wonderful holiday and that the new year brings you happiness and prosperity. We've had a huge addition to the Rustic Ranch Furniture Company. We've opened up an online store. For now we are only selling some small stuff. Leather accessories by American West and hardware by Cowboy Decor. You can bet there will be a lot more coming. My relatives in Louisiana found this artist and it took me over a year to get this piece of etched glass. You really should come in and see it. It is truly a one of a kind. For you cowboy executives out there, I found this wonderful chair. It is as comfortable as it is beautiful.

October 31st, 2002 Folks, it's almost Thanksgiving and you know what that means, Christmas is just around the corner. We've got some help for you, besides a lot of great Christmas presents, we've gotten so great ornaments and stocking holders. I've also snagged some really terrific pieces, like this wine and glass case made out of metal and glass. There is also a beautiful wagon wheel coffee table you just have to see. If you're looking for a bar that doesn't take up much room, we've got just what you're looking for. There are two new desk additions, a banker's desk and a writing desk. If there is a Cowboy CEO in your life, he/she would love this executive chair.

I talked my webmaster into organizing our site so you might find what you're looking for a little easier. Now when you go to the "Good" page, you can look by the type of furniture you're looking for as well as the room. Let us know if it helps.

The last bit of news is our virtual inventory expansion. We are adding to our site Special Order pages. So far it is just the chairs and lamps, but more is on the way. These are items that we for the most part don't stock, but can get.

Have a great holiday season if we don't see you sooner.

August 21st, 2002 The summer is almost over here in Texas, but the heat will linger. I've got some more goodies for y'all to look at. One of the neatest pieces I've come across in a while is this kitchen island. It could also be used out in the barn or any place that you need a table that moves easily and stores its own stools. We've got a custom made bed that is selling like hotcakes at the IHOP. It's called Christ and the Cowboy, take a look. Worth a glance is the Aspen bedroom furniture, that light wood is gorgeous. If you've been looking for a leather mirror, look no more. I've got several sizes and they're striking. I get so much new stuff that it is hard to get it all on the web site. If you haven't been buy in a while, you may also notice that I have a warehouse out back now. Come by and check it out.

February 17th, 2002 The holidays are long gone and it isn't a far cry from Spring. I've been looking for some new items and I think y'all will like what I've found. I'm also building a big storage space behind the store so I can stock more goodies. One of the fun things I've found is the "Cowboy Cooler". This would be great for parties or just sittin' on the deck watching the sunset. I'm also carrying more children's furniture. You'll find it under "Little Ropers". If you're looking for a chair, I've got a couple of gorgeous new chairs and a cowhide wingback. Big News, I finally got a digital camera (my uncle has been taking these so far). That means I'll be able to update this more frequently and can email you pictures of whatever we've got. Maybe you'd like to see a different angle of one of the pieces shown here. I can do it. That's it for now. Happy Trails.

September 17th, 2001 Labor Day has passed us and we're just recovering from the tragic events of last week We hope you and your's are okay. Our prayers go out to those that aren't and pray we never have to go through this again. God Bless America!

I've been so busy this summer and was able to squeeze in a trip to a trade show in Colorado. I've got a lot of new stuff for you to look at here and a lot more in the store. For instance, I came across some neat swag lights and a print called "Startin' Early" that I just love. There is also a cute wine bottle holder that incidentally is holding a bottle of Lone Oak wine. They're a local vineyard just down the road from me. Christmas is just around the corner and I've got some great ornaments for that "Cowboy" tree you're planning. There are other goodies for under the tree, like the Frankoma dishes or the "Elmer" cookie jar. We've got some new outdoor furniture, the best of which is a Lonestar metal glider ( the porch swings are pretty great, too). They're to big to go under the tree, but my new fireplace screens and tools would look great in front of your fire on Christmas eve. I've had shadowbox coffee tables before, but this one has a drawer that slides out so it is easy to change the insides. Time for me to close. There is lots for you to see, so go inside and make yourself at home. If you find yourself driving on I-35 near Sanger, TX, stop in and say howdy.

May 28th, 2001. Here it is Memorial Day and I just can't go party till I tell you of some of the new stuff I got. I don't know how I keep finding such cool stuff. For instance, the 6' metal and wood cowboy desk I came across is unbelievable (and heavy). I finally got some pictures of the stoneware that I carry. There is also a new picture of those "Jelly Candles" that smell so good, you might try to put it on toast. With Father's day just around the corner, you might want to look at the Nadim watches. An unusual item is the hand painted iron antique bathtub I found. I also changed the layout a bit. The "Wall Stuff" now has separate pages for mirrors and hanging art. Speaking of art, I got my hands on a super Texas easel and while you're there check out some new framed prints. There is a lot of other goods scattered through out.

March 4th, 2001. Well, the holidays and rain are over and I'm filling up the store. I think you'll really love some of the new merchandise. I keep finding some really unique items. If you've got a "cowboy/cowgirl office" you're going to love these limestone desk accessories. I've got an Aunt that just loves wooden boxes and I've found some very special ones. For the "cowboy/cowgirl" computer user, there's a new armoire to disguise your PC. You gals really need to check out the new sets of matching purses, wallets and cell phone covers. The picture doesn't do it justice, but this wine rack with an antler base is quite an unusual piece. Y'all take care and I'll try to get this updated more often.

November 13, 2000. Geez, I can't believe that it has been so long since my last update. We've been busy around here and it shows with all of the new stuff I've gotten in. First of all, I found some really cute Christmas stuff. I've also added a bunch of great tooled leather goods. From luggage to cellphone covers. What I particularly am fond of is the tooled satchel. I came across a really great table made from a wagon wheel. The top is actually a wheel sawed in half and inlaid with wood. Check it out. There is also a super dining room set called Ranch Style and a Custom Cowboy table (If my photographer was a little better you could really see the copper plates on the feet). Well, there's more, but I won't bore you. I hope y'all have a wonderful holiday.

September 16, 2000. It just keeps getting better. I got a few really neat things in the last few weeks. A gorgeous armoire that has wrap around doors. There is also a new bed to look at called the Great Star Bed. I'm now carrying the Bill Frank sculptures. They'd be right at home on your desk or sofa table. I've added a new page just for things for your tables. My first round dining room table is here. There are tons of gift ideas for Christmas in the store and these barbed wire candles should be on your list. Don't be a stranger!

August 27th, 2000. Katie bar the door! We never imagined that there would be this kind of reaction to our store. Before long I'm going to need more help. I keep finding more great stuff at super prices. Check out the 7 foot dining room table that is built on a huge wagon wheel hub. Another great find is bar stools and accent tables using the same style of hub. For the kitchen you might want to look at the new Pot Rack. I also came across a new manufacturer for the leather sofa sets (made with fine Italian leather).

August 14th, 2000. Folks, the furniture just keeps flying out the doors. We've added more new items and they can be spotted with the

next to them. The most unique are the grapevine products. Tables, table lamps and floor lamps made out of the most gorgeous lacquered grapevine. One of my favorite additions is the Lone Star Canopy Bed. Another newcomer is some authentic Indian art and hand carved stones. I've been so busy replacing merchandise, that I haven't had a chance to work on mail order policies and shipping rates. Trust me, if you want something shipped in the interim, we'll figure it out. We've also added a page just for lamps.

July 17th, 2000. We've already sold a lot of the items displayed here. Not to worry, we can get more. We've added some new items to the kitchen area (a very rustic chopping block and one of the sharpest kitchen islands you'll ever see). There are also some new "star" end tables and coffee tables in the living and dining room area. We found a real gem in a Texas flag hat rack and gorgeous Michel Jordi watches that have been added to the accessories. By the way, if you've seen something somewhere else or have an idea of your own, let us know. Our experts can make most anything.