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Jennifer’s Blog

I swear I just sat down in this chair and wrote the newsletter.  Where does time go? Not only does it seem like I was just writing the newsletter but we are hitting 16 years in June/September.  I say June because in today’s terminology we had done a soft opening in June as we set up the store and then we had the grand opening in September.  Our lease is coming up for renewal and I need your input.  What do you want in our store.  I’ve always said that it’s your store.  Do you even want a store?  There are a lot of days/weeks/months I wonder about this.  I need direction!

First up is I want to let you know that we are having a 201 that starts at the end of May.  This segment is not to advertise the class but to let you know from the last week of May through July 3 our Thursday hours are changing.  We will be opening at 1pm and closing at 8pm.  I had a request for a night class and am able to do for this class.  So that means if you want to come in after work on a Thursday we will be open!  We will see how this goes. We will probably go back to normal hours after this class unless I find a reason to have a night class.

Quitling 101 will include a new session of 101 starting on May 3rd @9am. We are not sure if the people on the waiting list will sign up or not so if you are interested please call the store and get signed up or onto the waiting list!

As always, check the next page for repeating information and April’s Yarn time project.  Also check the calendar out to see the days of Kathy’s Korner and Yarn times.

 Remember the one with the most stash wins! Jenn

Classes/Events:

Charity Project 2025—Dress A Girl Around the World

In 2025 we are continuing our charitable effort with Dress A Girl Around the World (Hope 4 Women International non-profit).  This organization provides dresses to girls around the world suffering from poverty, disease, and low self-worth.  Staff and Customers make dresses to support this organization.  We will supply the instructions and assistance in making these simple dresses to make a girl feel special and loved.  They can be worked on at our Open Sews ($5 fee waived) or at home.  A 10% discount on fabric purchased specifically for these dresses.   We are pleased to tell you that last week sixteen more dresses were picked up!  Thank you and keep them coming!

Kathy's Korner 2025

We are going to do things a little differently in 2025.   Instead of having a specific monthly project, we will have an Open Sew for $5.00 per session. You can come in and work on a project of your choice or complete an unfinished project.   Kathy will be there to help you (to the best of her ability) if needed.    Occasionally, there will be a featured project during the month which will be priced accordingly.  It is helpful to call in advance so that we know you are coming.  Please pay attention to the dates that are listed below and on the calendar.  We may adjust dates as needed but for January we are loaded with dates for you to sew!  Start your own group of ladies on a certain day that is listed and join the fun!  Kathy’s Korner Open Sews are replacing/enhancing our sit n sews!  Just a small change!

Open Sews May

Wednesdays from 10:30 to 5

Yarn Time!

This month we will be having 5 sessions of Yarn Time We will be charging $5.00 a session whether you are doing the project of the month or just your own stuff.  If you come to all you get the final session free!  As always our Yarn times are hosted by Emily Klaczak.   Spread the word that it’s a great time to come in and work on your knitting and crochet and socialize with like mind artists!  If you know anyone ho wants to learn have them come talk to Emily during one of these times and see what can be set up for lessons!   All times are from  Noon to 3pm unless specified in this section. For specific dates please look at the calendar!

May Yarn Time — Corner to Corner Crochet Bag

This crochet bag is based on a Japanese design and can be made in whatever size you like.  The store sample is 12”x12” plus handles but you can easily make it larger or smaller, and if you’ve never done corner to corner crochet before, this is a great first project.

Supplies:

For a 12’X12” bag, three skeins of Sugar and Cream or a comparable medium weight (#4) cotton yarn.  Note — not all brands of cotton yarn have the same yardage per skein so you’ll need at least 300 yards for this size bag.
Size H/8 crochet hook
Yarn needle to sew bag together

-Jenn

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