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A Season of Change

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Can you believe it is November? Where did the time go? Now that I am fully moved into Swans Studios I want to remind everyone to start booking your holiday appointments now. Openings will be filling up quickly. If you have a special event or party that you need to make sure you are looking your best for, please book now to make sure you get a spot on my calendar.  Also, I’m very excited to be offering products again. As a Framesi color educator I have the full line of Framesi Color Lover hair color available as well as product BY Framesi.


Story of the Month
Thank you once again for making the transition with me to my new salon, Swans Studios (find us on Facebook, we have a new page!). We are finally settled in at the new location at 936B Clay Street in Old Oakland. I’d like to also welcome two associates to the Swans Studio family, Tim Piper and Laura Traversa.  Tim has over ten years of experience as a barber and also does excellent warm lather shaves. Laura has over 18 years of experience as a hairstylist, colorist, and also specializes in bridal hair and updo’s. 



Parking update 
I’ve been able to compile a bit more information on parking around Swans Studios. I hope this information makes it a bit easier for you to visit us.
  • One hour meter parking on 9th
  • Two hour meter parking on Clay St.
  • 7th & Clay there is an all-day parking lot for $6 on weekdays & $3 on weekends 
  • Between Clay & Jefferson on 7th St. there is $1.50 an hour parking in the lot behind the police station and directly across from MexiCali Rose

Runs Businesses with Scissors

Now that things are in order I’m ready to start seeing business consulting clients either face-to-face or have sessions over the phone. If you or someone you know is interested in help with their business please let me know. If you would like to talk in more detail, or request my consulting package pricing information, feel free to call me at 510-444-6700.
You may also email me at suzanne@suzannevanhouten.com. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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