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      Family stood outside their new shop
       

      Family conversation during lockdown leads to new business set up in Blackpool

       

       

      Blackpool based mum Desiree Khan has opened a unique new business – K Dolls Boutique – an idea inspired by family chats during lockdown.

      The new business in Clifton Street aimed at children, young people and their families is open Thursday through to Monday and will be offering time to have some fun finding a new favourite doll in its shop, being pampered in its salon with perhaps a touch of glitter – as well enjoying a fabulous afternoon tea in the K Dolls Café.

      Desiree and her family were talking about Blackpool during lockdown and started thinking about what type of business they would like to see start up in the town.

      Desiree said: “There is so much to do in Blackpool and were chatting about all our great memories spending precious time as a family together. As a bit of fun we bounced around ideas about what type of business we could start that would be a bit different and would be popular. This idea popped to the front.

      “I knew that there was something in the suggestion of this type of boutique for children and young people so I did some research. There are similar businesses in the USA but I struggled to find anything in the UK and certainly nothing of its kind locally. That got me thinking if it already worked elsewhere it could definitely work in Blackpool.”

      Having worked in the childcare industry over 15 years running a childminding business in Blackpool Desiree is now looking forward to running her own business in the town. She added: “It’s brilliant, that from a bit of family chit chat that the K Dolls Café concept has turned into a real business and we are all so excited.”

      Desiree was supported in her business journey by Blackpool Council’s Get Started team at the Enterprise Centre, Lytham Rd.

      The Get Started team helped Desiree with advice about taking on premises, lease terms and business location, along with general tips about starting a business.

      Cllr Mark Smith, Blackpool Council Cabinet Member for Business, Enterprise and Job Creation, said:  “The team were delighted to support Desiree and wish her well. Our Get Started team are at hand for anyone else who might have a seed of an idea for a business and new venture that they need help to develop. Our expert staff will be happy to have an initial chat and guide people through the journey.”

      Contact the Get Started team at the Enterprise Centre, Lytham Road on 01253 477147 or visit www.blackpoolunlimited.com/start-up to find out more.

      To find out more about K Dolls visit www.facebook.com/KDollsBlackpool.

      E: k_dolls@outlook.com. Tel 07964 852522

       

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