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One other thought - heretical though it may be - I think any kind of
craft shop needs to have a "cheap" corner - basic aida, lower grade basic canvas, inexpensive kits - so people who are intrigued but unwilling to spend the money have something to pick up and try. And I think anyone who is trying to start a store in these times will *really* need to have such a section or they will price themselves right out of business. Linda |
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On Sep 11, 10:49*am, lewmew wrote:
One other thought - heretical though it may be - I think any kind of craft shop needs to have a "cheap" corner - basic aida, lower grade basic canvas, inexpensive kits - so people who are intrigued but unwilling to spend the money have something to pick up and try. Great thought, Linda (and also your handy computer idea)! Rather than a "cheap" corner, how 'bout a "Try it before you buy it" corner? It goes along with Barbara's idea, too, "I have craft books I no longer use and would love to share them with others." And Anne's doodle day. Now, where is this shop going to be located? Somewhere in North Dakota, I hope? Joan |
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wrote in message ... I was asked the other day what I would like to see in the stitching section of a local, independent craft shop. I know what I'd like to see, and I wondered what others would find most important. So, if you could design a stitchery shop or department, what would you insist it offer, in the way of merchandise, classes, etc.? Thanks, Louisa The ability to maintain a "wish list" for regulars - for family and friends who need inspiration for special days. I would be sure to have framing available - and I love the idea of having a referral list for finishers. The hardest thing for a shopowner to keep sight of - is that there will always be beginners and while we might depend upon the established, more advanced to stay around, we cannot slight those wishing to get started. I would also have a suggestion box and would be sure that I did not try to accommodate too many different skills when getting started. Trying to cover too many bases can lead to not having a complete selection for any. Missing my just closed shop~ sigh Kathie in VA |
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On Sep 11, 10:00 am, "Lucille" lzoltynospam@now at comcast..net
wrote: "val189" wrote in message ... On Sep 10, 10:15 pm, "Lucille" lzoltynospam@now at comcast..net wrote: wrote in message ... I was asked the other day what I would like to see in the stitching section of a local, independent craft shop. I know what I'd like to see, and I wondered what others would find most important. So, if you could design a stitchery shop or department, what would you insist it offer, in the way of merchandise, classes, etc.? Thanks, Louisa I would love a shop that offers a lot of different items. It would be okay if they only showed samples to save space and took orders. I'm stuck with only Michaels within reasonable driving distance so I would welcome almost anything. Lucille Aren't you in Florida? I can rec a great shop in Ft. Lauderdale - I did my business wiht them by phone, credit card, and they mailed me just what I needed. I can ferret out the name and number if you want. Val - who doesn't even hv a Michaels nearby. Fort Lauderdale is pretty far from me. I'm in Port St. Lucie on the Treasure Coast. Up until recently we had a lovely shop in Stuart, approximately a 1/2 hour car ride and I got spoiled. Lucille Well, would you still like me to find the info? The woman in the shop was so patient and decent over the phone. I almost wish I needed her again. I am sure I have their business card somewhere. I looked at the DMC site, picked out my color, and she gave me eyeball advice over the phone and shipped it pronto. There was a wonderful place in the late seventies in Delray called the Apple Shop - had hundreds on completed kits tacked onto the ceiling, ( I used to wonder how many manhours were represented there), vast amounts of knitting yarn, you name it. Unfortunately, they folded long ago. V |
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On Sep 11, 9:42*am, monique wrote:
Monique!!!!!!!!! Where have you been girl? Nice to see you around here again! Joan |
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