NEW FROM PLUM STREET SAMPLERS

 Here are pics of the new releases from Paulette Stewart.  Even these will be on sale (check previous blog post).  The 'wieners' are back!!!

HOLIDAY SALE

 From Thursday Dec 3 thru Saturday Dec 19, all charts in the shop will be 35% off.  Dig out that wish list and stop by and SAVE.  It's almost like buying 2 charts and getting 1 free.

Just remember we are accepting appointments.  Walk-ins are welcome but be aware that due to the size of the shop and covid restrictions, only 2 people can be in the shop at one time.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

 The shop will be closed for the entire Thanksgiving week.  I'm going to be working on all the framing I have to do.  We will reopen on Thursday Dec. 3

Remember what we need to be thankful for this year.

OPENING DATE JULY 23

We are going to open Thursday July 23, preferably by appointment, so give the shop a call at 610.409.9373 to set up a visit.  There will be rules and regulations to follow.  You must wear a mask, or you will not be permitted to enter the shop via the front door only.  There will be no more than 2 people in the shop at any one time and social distancing must be followed as much as possible.  Sanitizer will be available and must be used upon entering.    There will be no bathroom available for use by the general public.  You will be required to give your name and phone number to be placed on a list with time and date of visit to the shop in case we need to contact you at a later date.

I can't possibly wipe down every chart in the shop after every visit and fabrics can't be washed so please handle everything carefully for the future.  We need to keep everyone safe.

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HOLIDAY NOTICE AND NEW CHARTS NEXT WEEK

Today, hopefully, was my last Backdoor pickup.  We will be closed Sat July 4th.  Hope you all have a great, safe holiday.  Hopefully, later in the week, we will open by appointments and keep some regular hours .  Further info will be forthcoming.

Plum Street Samplers is releasing 5 new charts next week and here they are.  Call and reserve your favorites.  (Sorry they all seem to be attached but they keep changing the program and I don't always like changes in the computer world!)

PICKUP ON JUNE 19 AND NEW PRODUCTS

 We will have backdoor pickup again on Saturday June 19 from 11 to 1.  Let me know what you want by calling 610.409.9373 and I'll get back to you.  Threads are getting hard to get.  I keep ordering them and they just don't arrive.  Other shipments are slow as the companies are using limited number of staffers.  One day, we'll hopefully get back to normal.

Blackbird Designs new chart has arrived and you can reserve your copy.  Stitch count is 245x253 and when stitched on 36ct fabric, comes to about 14 inches square.

We've received out backorder for the wood boxes used in the Brenda Gervais charts that came out at March's Market.  We've had the large box for the Saltbox Quilt Sampler.  Ours has a magnetic catch to keep the box closed.  We just got in the picture frame box for Baltimore Saltbox and the little chest of drawers for Token of Love.  Stitch up the designs and paint or stain the boxes and you're ready to go.  Let me know what you want.  They are in limited supply as I won't be reordering them and it's taken over 3 months to get them in.  Here are pics of the charts and the wood products.  Enjoy.

Saturday June 6 pickup

We will still have back door pickup this Saturday from 11 to 1.  Call 610.409.9373 and leave your message and I'll get back to you.  Please have patience as it's taking longer for orders to arrive.

Future plans include possibly opening next weekend.  When we do open, you will need to wear a mask and  use hand sanitizer upon entering.  Due to the size of my shop, I will initially be making appointments.   If there are more than 2 traveling together, just let me know.   They will probably be scheduled every 3o minutes but if you want more time, just request it.   I want no one standing in a line.

BACK DOOR PICKUP AND PRAIRIE SCHOOLER SANTA 2020

2020 Prairie Schooler Santa came early this year.  Reserve your copy now and display him in December.

Saturday May 30 from 11 to 1 will be the next back door pick up.  Call 610.409.9373 and leave a message.  I'll return your call and let you know when items are available.

This is short and sweet because it is the 4th time trying to put in on the blog!

Stay safe and keep stitching.

NEW CHARTS AND CHANGE IN PICKUP HOURS

Pickup hours for Saturday May 2 will be reduced...NEW hours are 11-1.  Please try and pickup earlier in the opening.  You can be home and safe earlier and so can I.  Thanks.

4 New charts coming soon from Plum Street .  Sweetheart Hill was released at Nashville and I have that already.  The other 3 are A New Constellation (did you know Betsy Ross was married 3 times?  Paulette usually gives us some insight into the characters she depicts), My Peaceful Home and Liberty Lodge.

Reserve your copies today.  We can kit any chart with fabric and threads.  Just let us know.

Brenda Gervais has given us a full pic of Coming to America.  More info on ordering will follow shortly.

OOP CHARTS BACK IN STOCK AND DRIVE THRU 4/25

Blackbird Designs has 4 OOP charts back in stock.  One is in shop already and others are on order.
Reserve your copies now.

Drive Thru Pickup on Saturday Apr 25 will have LIMITED HOURS ONLY FROM 11 TO 1.

Call shop at 610.409.9373, leave a message and your phone number and I will call you back to get your order and cc info.

Thanks for all the orders they are greatly appreciated in these bad times.  They are allowing me to keep the shop going as those overhead expenses keep adding up even if the income doesn't keep coming in.  Again, thanks!

SHOP OPEN FOR DRIVE-THRU PICKUP in April

Hi there stitchers.....Everyone still staying sane?  Having a little trouble but I'm doing pretty good.  Decided I needed more structure in my life so I can get more done.  So I'm coming to the shop a couple of days a week and the shop phone is ready for orders.  I intend to be here on Saturdays from 11-2 for pickup through the month of April.  (the phone message says 11-3 but I will only be here from 11-2). We will try this and see how it works as we want to be here for you for any of your stitching needs.

Just call the shop at 610.409.9373 and leave a message and include name and phone number.  I will return your call and take your order.  Orders can be mailed or picked up on Saturday from 11-2 at the back door of the shop.  I will be taking credit card numbers upon ordering so the package can be set outside when you get here and social distancing will be practiced.  If you prefer to pay by check  you can or exact cash and change in an envelope.  All this can be arranged on the phone.

Check out www.hoffmandis.com  for new charts being issued.  These can be ordered, just let me know.  Some designers are issuing free charts for us to stitch and 'Be Well'.  They are found on websites, facebook and instagram.

Stay well and keep stitching and think of us for your stitching needs.

Carolyn

THE CORONA VIRUS

Montgomery Co has been hit hard with the virus and the Governor has requested all non essential businesses to close for the next two weeks.  We plan to reopen on Wed  April 1 if all goes according to plan.

Our phone line (610.409.9373) will be available to leave messages on and we will be checking in to check the messages and reply if need be.

Keep stitching and stay healthy and we'll see you in April.

LEAP YEAR.....SATURDAY FEB 29......SALE!!!!....TRUNK SHOW....MARKET

This is Leap Year and we are celebrating by having a sale.  The shop will be discounted at 20% off  in- stock items (a few exceptions will be noted at the register) on Saturday Feb  29.    Discount cards will not be punched or redeemed that day.  We will be open 11 to 3 so stop in and check out the new stock.

Also that day we will have a mini trunk show so you can view the new charts that are going to be at Market for Lila's Studio, our local designer.  She is bringing out 4 new charts and the models  will be here for your to view and dream about stitching.   We will also have some models representing her most recent releases and charts to sell.  We will have a surprise for those attending.

Market is in less than 2 weeks.  Seeing anything on market releases you are interested in?  Give us a call and place a pre order and we'll be glad to get it for you if possible.  The shop will be closed the week of March 4 to attend Market.  We will reopen on Wed March 11 when we will be pricing and switching around inventory to display the new charts.  MARKET REVEAL WILL BE FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY MARCH 13, 14, 15.  Hours are Fri and Sat 11-3 and Sun 11-2.  We also will have Sunday stitch as usual from 1-4.

Here are some of the fabulous charts coming at market......there are many more pics out there: