Trunk Show with Abby Timmis
Learn all about needlepoint during a trunk show with Abby Timmis a local needlepoint designer. We’ll explore the history of needlepoint, the importance of keeping hand needlework alive, and the process of designing a needlepoint canvas! See examples of Abby’s work and shop a selection of needlepoint kits and canvases.
Spring Quilt Retreat
Join us, starting April 4th for an amazing weekend! We will be staying at the newly built Geneva Retreat Center, in Holland. You will be surrounded by Lake Michigan and 35 acres of woods. Our workroom is filled with windows to let lots of natural light in and plenty of space to work. Rooms will have two double beds and their own bathroom. All linens including bedding and towels, as well as 9 meals are provided.
Get on the Bus Gus!
How would you like to go to the Chicago Quilt Festival and avoid driving in Chicago traffic, toll booths, bad navigators and lines? Well, we have the solution for you! Gather your friends because Smith-Owen is taking busses over on Friday, March 29th. We will be leaving early in the morning, so you will arrive when the doors open at 10, and staying ALL day, until 5 pm! Best of all-you get to kick back, relax, and enjoy the ride. And, did we mention there will be goodies? We will also stop on the way home for a quick dinner on your own. Donna will be your hostess for the day. All this is yours for the amazing price of only $75!
Included in your $75
- Tickets to get into the Festival - no waiting in line to buy tickets
- Show Brochure
- Bus Trip
- Two Pick Up Locations to choose from, Smith-Owen in Grand Rapids or at a Zeeland/Holland location.
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Rope Baskets
The rope basket, whether wrapped with a lovely fabric or bare rope accentuated with thread, is not only nice to look at but functional too.
School of Sewing
Would you like to learn to sew? This class will teach you basic sewing skills.