What a beautiful weekend we had here. Hot, yes, but sunshine, intermittent breezes, scampering squirrels and blooming roses made for a sensory experience. My weekend was stitch related with our local Western Pa. Quilt Shop Hop. You know, I said to myself...what could be new? W-e-l-l, lots I tell you, lots! Our shops were decorated with new fabricis, new samples, new tools, and new kits. So, that said, I will be sharing in the weeks ahead.
One of the most considerate acts any quilt or needlework shop can make is to make the customer feel welcome, and they did.
Kits. Yes kits. When the shop prepares pre-made or even pre-cut kits for projects, the buyer is more likely to purchase the project. Not every project is a full sized bed quilt! Quilted projects such as totes, aprons, mug rugs, table runners, place mats etc. are wonderful little quilt items that offer a nice finish between big projects. Standing in long lines to have fabric cut is very tedious, particularly during a "hop" because travel is involved and time is short. Small projects require several small cuts. Again, time.
Each shop has its own personality. Light, arrangements, display space etc. efficient check out make the shopping experience more relaxing. One shop, my favorite, now has shopping trolly's, just like the markets! I can fill one of those with no problem!
Like minds and like passions create enthusiasm and creativity. The Shop Hop provides the opportunity to share and mingle with new and old friends. We met with many we have known through classes etc. during our trek. Such fun.
On another note. Big event in the UK this week. Not pandemic, not political, but birds. Yes, birds.
The RSPB has described the nine-strong flock as a "magical" sighting.
European bee-eaters originate from Asia and Africa and migrate to
southern Europe in April to early June. It is not uncommon to see one or
two of them at the right time of year in Norfolk but the British Trust
for Ornithology said "anymore than this is extremely unusual and a flock
of nine in Norfolk is unprecedented".
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