Wow! August flew by didn’t it?! have so much to tell you so let’s get to it!
SUNDAY STITCH NITE
Don’t forget that our next Stitch Nite is Sunday, Sept. 8, 4:30-8pm. Registration, no fee, is required to ensure we have space for all. Please don’t assume that I know. If you can drop me an email, call, text, stop by … just want to make sure we have space for all those who want a chair. Cannot wait to see what you all have been working on. Shop is open during that time for those attending.
Here are the dates for Sunday Stitch Nites through February, 2025 —
Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1, Jan. 5, Feb. 2
Summer is “officially over” now that Labor Day has passed so we will be open once again on Sundays starting with this next one, Sept. 8 from Noon-4. Here’s the full week’s openings. See you there!
FALL HOURS
Sunday Noon-4
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 1-6
Wednesday 11-6
Thursday 11-7
Friday 1-5
Saturday 1-5
NOTE: Due to a family wedding in North Carolina, we will be closed on Thursday, 9/26 & Friday 9/27. Back open on Sunday, 9/28.
NEEDLEWORK MARKETPLACE
This virtual tradeshow was insane! Designers absolutely outdid themselves with soooooooooo many new designs. Some have come in while the majority should arrive this week into next. As you walk into the shop there is an area set up on the right with every new chart that has come in. It changes almost daily!
2024 Virtual Needlework Marketplace <— This hyperlink takes you to a page where every chart is listed. It will say “in stock” if it’s come in. You are welcome to let me know if you want one held for you or mailed. Glad to do it!
An extraordinary number of new designers presented for the first time at this show. Here’s a list for you along with links to their dedicated pages that feature the charts we’re carrying. ENJOY!
Cherry Blossoms
December Stitches Designs
Fine Frog Stitching
Pixel Pixie Cross Stitch
Small Town Needleworks
Sprouting Lupine
Stitchin’ Kitten
Stitchy Princess
The Spanish Stitcher
Textilly Crafts
Wildflower Stitching
World on a String by Dara
FIELD TRIP
I have had the incredible honor of talking with the folks at the Grafton HIstorical Society. They have a wonderful collection of samplers created by former Grafton residents as well as beautiful needlework on music bags and such. On Wednesday, 9/18 at 6PM, meet me at the shop. As soon as we’re closed am heading over there and would LOVE to share the experience with you. It’s powerful for sure. While the Society is open to the public, space is limited. I don’t want to overwhelm them with our enthusiasm. 😀 For this reason, please give me a call and register so I know how many are coming. If we have a big number, we can do it in 2 sessions, 6-7 and 7-8. It won’t take a full hour, but man is it inspirational! Hope you can join me! There is no charge for this little trip. 😉 Just pure joy in seeing what was created oh so long ago.
CLASSES
YES YES and YES! Classes are beginning! We will start with these and see where it leads.
UPDATE: REGISTRATION CLOSED FRANKIE! Just in time for Halloween, this is a 2-part class. The first will be to stitch this guy on 7-ct. Sand Klostern using #5 Perle Cotton. The 2nd will be to turn him into a pillow.
Date: Wed., 9/25 9-10:30AM (Part 1) Part 2 will be set up individually based on your schedule and mine for one-on-one use of the sewing machine.
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Wed., 9/25 6-8:30PM
Be sure to indicate which time is your preference.
Registration Deadline: Mon., 9/16 (Non-refundable deposit = $16.50)
Cost: $33.00
Let’s get comfy with cross stitch and Chumlee can help! Learn the basics of cross stitch with this class. Stitched on 14 ct. Perforated Paper with DMC floss.
Date: Sun., 10/13 4:30-6:30PM
Registration Deadline: Sun., 9/29 (Non-refundable deposit = $19.50)
Cost: $39.00
Learn to Love Linen Before the holiday crazies fully set in, let’s take a minute for ourselves to learn linen. It’s one of the most frequently asked questions and comments so let’s do it! We’ll stitch on 25 ct. Lugana which is an evenweave and really easy to learn on. This class will also cover stitching with DMC floss as well as the incredibly popular hand-dyed threads by Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works.
Date: Wed., 11/13 9-10:30AM
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Wed., 11/13 6-8:30PM (Be sure to indicate which time is your preference.)
Registration Deadline: Wed., 10/30 (Non-refundable deposit = $21.25)
Cost: $42.50
************SOMETHING NEW!!!!************
Looking for a place to meet your friends and stitch for a couple hours? I can help! From 9-11AM on Wednesdays, reserve the Flavin Table (that’s our stitching table) for you and 5 of your friends (max group size is 6). The shop isn’t open yet, but will be for you all. Grab your coffee or favorite drink, your stitching and meet your friends for a stich-along. Shop opens at 11, but until then it’s yours.
No charge for this but you do have to reserve the table. Just give me a call, email or stop by to reserve the table and time.
Just to clarify —
Out of respect for copyright, we are not able to accept returns on charts. I do thank you for understanding and supporting their designs. Same is true for threads and custom cuts on fabric. Thank you for understanding and supporting my commitment to protect copyright.
If you ask to have something pulled and held for you, gosh I’m thrilled to do so! Can hold it for you for 2 weeks, many times longer if possible. After that, it may go back out, but am always happy to order another for you if we are sold out.
And I do believe that’s a wrap! I’m sure there’s more I should tell you, but writing a novel wasn’t my intent. 😀 You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook for up-to-the-minute stuff.
Thank you so much for a fabulous August. See you soon either online or in person. ~Alice
CLASS UPDATE: Registration for Frankie is now closed.