“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”
– L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

and here it is...seemingly all of the sudden...October!  Can you believe how quickly we moved through summer? and now here we are face to face with October!!  October, such a wonderful month! Certainly one of my favorites...(I know, I say that every month)... Crisp days, rustling leaves, hearty soups and stews; apple cider on the stove with smells of toasty cinnamon, spicy cloves, and ginger; fresh baked goodies right out of the oven...oh YES! I do LOVE October!!   

Autumn definitely brings with it many of my favorite things, though I don’t think I’d want it to go on forever. There’s something nostalgic about the scents of autumn, the foliage with rich changing colors, the foods and holidays, traditions like apple picking and leaf piles, and cooler weather after the warmth of summer. Changing of seasons is the perfect opportunity to reflect on the season’s past and look forward with HOPE to the blessings that will come with a new season’s beginning. The beauty and majesty of autumn in particular, is a great reminder of God’s provision in our lives and how He is always working to change us from what we once were into something even more beautiful than our imagination can see, there is evidence all around us of how good it can be to 'let go' and start fresh again. In addition, the cooler temperatures autumn brings with it shorter days and more evenings spent indoors by the warmth of a fire, which is the ideal setting for reflection and a great opportunity to engage with family and friends as the pace of life slows a bit. Autumn is a wonderful time at the shoppe! We have so many inspiring things available for you and the creativity is in abundance, like the apples and pumpkins of the season!  Be sure to find your favorites for the month and plan to join in...

And mark your calendar for our 4th annual Crafts-n-Treats!! Bring your little ones to the shoppe on the corner where you can play games, do some crafts and take a little treat as you are out and about on Halloween!! 
Everyone is welcome, so tell all your friends and neighbors!!

here's what's coming up at the shoppe...

We are continuing our CLASSROOMS OF HOPE  with 

Mrs. Neider's 4th grade classroom at Siuslaw Elementary

for the 2022-23 school year!!!

We are working with Mrs. Neider to meet the needs of the classroom, so if you have told me you want to help...I will be in touch with you on the projects she needs us to join and if you haven't yet told me you are "in",  you can do that anytime!! We will be doing whatever they need all during the school year!! We have had some wonderful people provide awesome donated craft supplies where the proceeds for selling those exceptional supplies and tools is going into our Classrooms of Hope fund!!! Our clients are really amazing and we are so appreciative of all of you!!

Mark your Calendar!!!
Our 2nd Annual Small Biz Holiday Faire!!

Crop-n-Scrap weekend is our paper crafters palooza when you come on Friday craft from 10am-4pm, leave it all and come back on Saturday from 10am-4pm to finish your projects!! Or just come one day!  It is filled with wonderful people who love the same crafting you love... scrapbooks, cards, all kinds of crafting going on...you don't want to miss it!
Book your spot for October today!!

There is still time to join our Bible Study of the Sermon on the Mount!! We are enjoying a great deep dive into these chapters of Matthew with women from all different churches and different generations and we would LOVE for you to be a part of the conversation!!
Just come to the time most convenient for you and we will get you all in!! Everyone is welcome!!

for...

reservations are not required, any Thursday - Saturday (except craft class days) just drop-in!!