New Fabrics in our Lobby Shop

Mixed in with our lobby displays of yarn, ribbon Antrim: we have added some discontinued Frieda Kahlo and Die de la Muerte fabrics for your crafting pleasures and fun. There are more designs and quantities are limited so please stop in soon! More yarn is on its way too! Much Love! Lois


 

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