Inside the Studio, Outside the Box

Change is good

We're at it again! We just can't seem to help ourselves... We want your experiences with us to be the best that they can be, so we are always looking for ways to improve. We have been listening and observing for some time now and have found a few things that we can change for the better.

First up; our hours. Back by popular demand, we will be open six days a week again! We realize that many of you make a conscience effort to support us as your LYS and drive a distance to do so; therefore we feel we should make it more convenient for you to come in during the week. Starting November 5th we will have new hours.

Our new hours are:

Tuesday & Thursday 1-7pm

Wednesday & Friday 11am-7pm

Saturday 10am-5pm

Sunday 1-5pm

Closed Monday

Next up; in store help. We know that a big reason to shop at a LYS is so that you have a knowledgeable staff to help you with common knitting questions and mistakes. We have been educating and training so anyone on the floor can help with dropped stitches, changing a knit to a purl, recognizing a mistake, confusion with a pattern, and finding a yarn to go with a pattern you’ve fallen in love with.

Need more specialized help? Yuko, our resident expert can help! She is available for private lessons and we have developed a new “class” by her called SOS that is helpful when you don’t need a private lesson.

SOS is a time we have designated for Yuko to be available (usually 2 hour windows) in our classroom for specialized help without an appointment.

$5 for each half hour, limited to 4-6 each time slot, based on first signed in, first served.

We think this is a good start. We have more things in the works including our own YouTube channel, new classes and mini workshops! We hope that you enjoy all the great things that are happening in the Studio as we continue to make Creative U Studios your favorite LYS.

 

 

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Craftsy & Creative U Studios equals great learning experiences for you

EXCITING NEWS: We're a Craftsy Connect Retailer! Each day, we strive to offer you all the essentials you need in terms of supplies, inspiration, and education. However, there are times we aren’t able to offer a class or workshop on a topic or technique that you’re interested in. With that in mind, we’re thrilled to announce that Creative U Studios is officially a Craftsy Connect retailer! Being a Craftsy Connect retailer allows us to fill in the gaps in our class offerings--ensuring you have the education you need, at a time that is convenient for you. Here’s how it works: • Anytime you purchase a Craftsy class, please do so through our Craftsy Connect banner (you can find this on our website, blog, and Facebook page.) Or, simply type this link into your browser’s address bar: www.craftsy.com/CreativeUStudios. • After your purchase is complete, you’ll receive a $5 coupon to Creative U Studios. Use this coupon for class supplies, or anything else you might need. (*Coupon will be sent within 48 hours after class purchase.) Plus, when you purchase a Craftsy class through our Craftsy Connect banner or link, you’re directly supporting our store! It is truly a win-win partnership--we can offer you more classes while you continue to support your local, independent retailer. We’re always available to help you through a tricky technique, and to offer inspiration for your next project. Now, we can offer you more education than ever before, thanks to Craftsy Connect. If you’re curious about the classes that Craftsy offers, just click here to view their full catalog: www.craftsy.com/CreativeUStudios. Thanks for your support, we look forward to seeing you soon! Your friends at, Creative U Studios

 

So Proud

Vera's class, New Year New Ewe is in full swing! Here are two proud ladies that have not only finished their sweaters, but their FIRST sweaters ever!!

 

We share in you pride! You Go Girl(s)!!

~A

New Hours

After much consideration and in light of recent issues that have risen, we have decided to change our hours slightly. Our new hours will be in effect immediately.

Our New Hours:

Wed & Fri 11am-7pm

Thursday 11am-5pm

Saturday 10am-5pm

Sunday 1-5pm

We will be closed Monday and Tuesday.

When there is a class schduled outside our normal hours we will be available 15 minutes before class starts in case you have to purchase any materials for class. This is also why we have to strictly enforce our class policies.

Please make sure that you register for a class that you want to attend at least 48 hours in advance, or the class may be cancelled - you may be the reason we run a class or not!

We understand that change can be frustrating, but we hope that you can understand that this was necessary.

~A

 

It's Official

We're a KNIT SHOP!

Well, is it ever that simple with me?? Our primary focus is on yarn, knitting & crochet classes as well as the ever growing sense of community that we're developing (think Cheers). Our secondary focus is on sewing & quilting classes. We will continue to bring in more fabric to support our sewers.

Here's a peek at how Studio looks now that we've been able to clear out the papercrafting inventory.

 

 

 

 

Make sure you stop by often as we still have several shipments due from Plymouth Yarns & Interweave. We will also be bringing in some favorite brands of our customers, like Rowan, Blue Sky Alpaca & Schaffer to name a few. In addition to even more yarn, we've more than doubled our book & pattern inventory AND are in the process of ordering buttons and shawl pins and other accessories that you'll be sure to drool over!

Something else that is very near and dear to my heart is being able to pass on the tradition of these arts to young crafters. We have developed several classes for children that allow them the chance to learn many of our favorite hand-work activities. You can check out all of our classes and events coming up here.

See you soon!

~A

 

Having some fun this weekend

Notice: I am going to ignore the fact that I haven't posted in a really really long time. I am going to start posting again as if I never stopped.

It is so gratifying to be able to watch someone learn something new and see the pride spread over their faces as they complete a project. Here are some shots from Leslie's Soft Hearts Pillow Class.

 
 
 
 

Look what Leslie brought in on Friday!

 

Are they not just adorable?!? What are they you ask? Well, they're class samples of course. Which means that YOU can make them too! These are great gifts for the holidays that shows someone that you really care because you took the time to create something for them.

You can check out the classes here and here. The coaster class has already run once, but Leslie has agreed to run it again! Look for it in December (we don't have that calendar set yet, but we're working on it).

I've got a sick one to give some extra cuddling to right now, but I wanted to make sure you got to see Leslie's creations.

Have a great evening!

~A

Some days are more productive than others

 And today was one of those seemingly endless, unproductive days. I don't have much to show for today except that I have one little sneak peak of the kit for next week's class.

 

The plan was to get the sample finished and start planning next month's classes and events. But instead, I handled moer of the business end of things again today. All good stuff, but not very much concrete evidence of me getting anything done. That's just how some days are...tomorrow is another day!

Have a great evening!

~A