Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Do You See What I See?

While wandering aimlessly through my local Walmart in a valiant search for the correct hepa-filter for my vacuum, I became overwhelmed by the numerous sizes, shapes, aromas and prices so I went to check out the craft department.  About 2 years ago all the area WalMarts began "phasing-out" their fabric and craft departments and revamped them into a single isle that sold popsicle sticks and pipe cleaners.  Over the past year the WalMart 15 miles north of me ( yes, that is considered "local" around here) brought back it's fabric by-the-bolt and tonight, yes tonight I saw THEM again for the first time.  By them I mean DMC floss!  I also saw a few off-brand packages of aida and some prefinished aida items.  OK, it's not the return of the local needlework shop that disappeared 8 years ago, but it's a step in the right direction.  At every WalMart in the area (there are 4 within decent driving range) I always make a stop at the customer service desk and mention how much I miss the fabric and craft department, the bolts of fabric and the DMC floss.  Well, someone was listening in Wilmington Ohio!
Craft on my friends......................................

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