Team Woody's
Suzi Curtis
Store Owner & Buyer
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- For about 48 years, since I was a kid dreaming about owning a store
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Laura White Pottery
- Libeco Pillows and Throws
- MerSea apparel and accessories
- Anything felt: flowers, hearts, garlands.
- Stick Candles
- Moismont scarves and throws
- Vintage cutlery
- ALL of the jewelry
- ALL of the cookbooks
- Wallace Sewell scarves
- Anything linen
- Studio Carta
- Sugar Paper
- Pistil hats
- Bourbon cherries
- The candy assortment: from real Swedish Fish to Red Kite Candy
- Can I say everything is my favorite?
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- Laughter
- Music
- Fun...and, "Where's the step stool?"
Fun fact:
- I won the Gingerbread Festival in Norwich, VT.
Deb Butler
Store Manager
- Inventory specialist, numbers gal and "tries" to prevent Suzi from over-ordering.
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Since September 2020
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- CANDY! Swedish Fish and anything that is sour-y and sugar-y
- Bronwen jewelry
- Ooly craft supplies
- Sugarboo velvet pillows
- Farm Hounds and PolkaDog Bakery treats for my doggos.
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- It's a blast!
Fun fact:
- I love playing around with my hair. I often change the color and length. Currently, the color is purple.
Kit Mead
Customer service and shop prepster.
Kit loves to swim when she's not at Woody's.
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Since October 2022
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Poldina touch lamps
- ALL of the books
- KooKoo clocks
- Chappywrap throw blankets - we won't talk about how many I own.
- The card section - especially the snarky ones
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- Nothing Like It!
Fun fact:
- My side hustle is called, Crickit Cottage, it's a little painting business where I spend my free time.
Cindy List
GADGET GIRL - Cindy takes care of anything that needs fixing - including the dead plants.
Cindy works every Friday, and after 4pm... things get real.
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Since October of 2020
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Watercolor workbooks
- Geometry towels, "game changer in the kitchen"
- MerSea
- Cookbooks - Woody's has the best selection.
- ChappyWrap blankets
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- Always something NEW!
Fun fact:
- You can find me on my days off visiting the shop to hang with the most fun coworkers. We love to chat it up with customers about recipes and what to cook as well as the latest tv series.
- I also love to do embroidery. Give me your linen whatever and I'll make it beautiful!
Sara Osetek
Lead designer, lover of textiles
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- August 2024
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- ALL of the clothing! Especially the retro style Vermont gear.
- All of the pillows.
- ChappyWrap throw blankets - so cozy and fun.
- Laurie Anne artwork.
- Funny greeting cards.
Describe working at Woody's in three Words?
- Fun
- High Energy
- Busy
Fun Fact:
- I've been working in the interior design/home decor industry for 20 years.
Tara Layne
Our fashionista, rescue worker.
She takes footwear seriously.
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Three days! Best three days ever!
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Anything bird.
- Mudpuppy Puzzles.
- Clothing - all of it.
- KooKoo clocks.
- EVERYTHING.
Describe working at Woody's in three Words?
- Energetic
- Fun
- Hilarious
Fun Fact:
- If you drive through South Woodstock, you will likely see mowing on our farm. Other than decorating and shopping, it is my favorite thing to do!
Siena "SiSi" Curtis
Customer Service and Dog Whisperer
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Day 1! July 2020
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Flamingo Estate
- Ranger Station Candles
- Mori Mori bluetooth lanterns
- All of the jewelry, especially rings
- Anything cashmere - hats, scarves....
Describe working at Woody's in three Words?
- Awesome
- Eye Opening
- Lively
Fun Fact:
- I'm a horse girl: I grew up riding at a small farm in Norwich, VT, now I'm going to school for Equine Studies, and I was recently a wrangler in Wyoming. The barn is my happy place, but Woody's is a close second!
Lucy "Goose" Curtis
Warehouse Transport, Lunch Runner, Christmas Ornament Specialist
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Since February 2020, during the pandemic when everyone was binge watching shows, we were unpacking boxes and pricing items.
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Olio Esso lip balms
- Dog toys
- OverEasy hoodies
- Anything ski related
- Farm+Sea candles and lotions (Islander is my fav scent)
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- Fun
- Loud
- Crazy - especially when Cindy is there
Fun fact:
- I make yummy German pancakes, aka Dutch Babies
Jessie Lichtenstein
One of "The Littles" who totally kicks butt in customer service and support. She's our neutral gal - loves natural fabrics, zen colors and anything calm. Jessie has traveled the world, can speak fluent Spanish and can give the best travel tips.
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Since May of 2023!
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- Camp hollow cake toppers (my fav is the rat)
- Mushroom lamps
- All necklaces from Agapee
- Laura White Pottery
- Farm+Sea candles and lotions (Sea Salt is my fav scent)
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- Spunky
- Joyful
- Festive
Fun fact:
- I love to travel! My favorite country is Colombia.
Sandi Turnbull, aka "Nonie"
Consultant, social media advisor and remote shopper. Sandi is Suzi's mom and grandmother to SiSi and Lucy.
She is not afraid to price things to sell. You will want to follow her and her red pen around at our street sales.
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- Well, technically I don't but I have been in on this dream of Suzi's for many years.
What are your favorite items at Woody's?
- Geometry towels
- Coral & Tusk Pillows
- Wallace Sewell throws - "so beautiful and cozy"
- Anything pottery, especially from Jessica Wertz and Laura White
- Soap & Paper Factory Roland Pine candles
- Bronwen Jewelry
- "Cripes!" Everything in the shop is my favorite!
Describe working at Woody's in three words?
- I have NEVER said anything in three words!
- Laughter
- Great Customers
- Customer's Dogs
- Friendship
Fun fact:
- I live in Montana but love to visit Woody's and the crew in Vermont.
Geoff Curtis
In-house Cleaner, Handyman, IT Guy, Furniture Mover
How long have you worked at Woody's?
- For 30+ years, as long as I've been with Suzi
What are your five favorite items at Woody's?
- NOTHING, I don't like stuff
- Recycling
- Garbage
- Floors
Fun fact:
- I've been to over 100 Dead shows.