SHOPPING LOCALLY
It's always a good idea to support local small businesses, but now perhaps it's even more important than ever. We asked the shops and service providers who advertise with the OCQG to report on how to do business with them during the virus-related restrictions in our area.
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These reports reflect the status reported on May 4, 2020, by 7 of our 14 advertisers. We will update them as we hear from those below and add reports from the other advertisers as soon as we receive them.
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Please send updates or other information to the Old Capitol Quilters Guild at info@ocqg.org.
Bee Quilted By Sarah – Iowa City
1908 B St, Iowa City, IA 52245
Owner/contact person: Sarah Yoder Parker
Mobile phone/text: 319-930-9964
Email: sarahyoderparker@gmail.com
Best way to contact: Email, text, or call, I'll answer all three. I'm slower to email but it is great for sharing design ideas.
Where to follow online
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/quiltingyoda
How to arrange for services now
Currently customers set up a drop off time for their quilt tops. Once they are at my home they ring the door bell and step back, I then take the quilts inside. We talk social distancing. Once the quilt is done I'll call or email you and we do the same for pick up. It has worked out very well. I'm currently quilting on a 1st come 1st serve basis with scheduled quilts taking priority.
Anything else you'd like to tell our members?
Thank you so much for letting me quilt for you at this time. It makes a huge difference to my family. I love seeing everyone even if it is from a distance and it is truly a joy to serve you. The quilts being made are truly amazing!
Fern Hill Gifts and Quilts – South Amana
103 220th Trail, in the scenic village of South Amana
Landline: 319-622-3627
Email: fernhill@southslope.net
Shop owner/contact person: Patti Walsh-Bailey
Where to follow online
Website: https://fernhill.net/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fernhillgiftsandquilts/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fernhillgifts/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fernhill3
How to shop now
We are doing online and phone orders with curbside pickup.
You can call us with your order, we can send pictures or you can shop on our website. We do credit card payments over the phone, then we can either leave it on our doorstep or we can put it in your car.
Planning any events, sales, or other special programs?
When we do open, we are planning on having flowers to sell, we will have a fresh batch of fudge, and of course all of our wonderful fabrics.
Helios Stitches N Stuff – Mount Vernon
221 1st Street, NE, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
Mobile phone/text: 319-594-7987
Email: orders@heliosstitchesnstuff.com
Shop owner/contact person: Kevin Carpenter
Where to follow online
Website: www.heliosstitchesnstuff.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeliosStitchesNStuff/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heliosstitchesnstuff/
How to shop now
Via our website and over the phone for mail or loading dock pickup.
Planning any events, sales, or other special programs?
Don't miss the Helios daily deal! You can go to www.heliosstitchesnstuff.com and sign up for our newsletter to see the Deal of the Day. We also post the Deal of the Day on our Facebook page.
Anything else you'd like to tell our members?
We appreciate your support and feel both blessed and grateful to be able to serve the quilting public during this time. We look forward to being able to see everyone in person again!
Heritage Designs -- Amana
614 46th Ave, Amana
Phone: 319.622.3887
Email: heritagedesignsquiltshop@gmail.com
Shop owner/contact: Chris Davies
Where to follow online
Website: www.heritagedesignsquiltshop.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heritage-Designs-Quilting-Needlework-157649924275767/
Best way to contact: Call us at 319-622-3887. You can also email us at heritagedesignsquiltshop@gmail.com
How to shop now
Heritage Designs in Amana is open 7 days a week. Mon- Sat 9-5 and Sunday 11-4.
We are at the shop every day, keeping regular business hours and are happy to let you in to shop if you need something specific. We ask that you wear a mask if at all possible. We are happy to fill orders through the mail, and also offer curbside service. If you want merchandise mailed we’ll take your credit card information when you call to place the order. Card numbers are destroyed so you’ll have to provide this information with every order.
Planning any events, sales, or other special programs?
We have a fully stocked clearance area with markdowns at 25% - 50% off the original price.
Anything else you'd like to tell our members?
Please like and follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with new products and information about the shop. If you'll occasionally comment on a post, it should keep you in our feed.
Home Ec. Workshop – Iowa City
424 Jefferson Street, Iowa City (parking off of alley in back!)
Owner/contact person: Codi Josephson
Landline phone number: 319-337-4775
Email address: info@homeecworkshop.com
Where to follow online
Website URL: www.homeecworkshop.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeecworkshop/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeecworkshop/
How to shop now
We currently are in the shop 10-2 T-Sat. Please leave a message if you call outside of these times and we will get back to you. Alternatively send an email, Instagram Message or Facebook Message. We are updating our IG/FB almost daily with inspiration, project ideas and new products. We are also in the process of adding new products to our website (including fabric, patterns and notions). Currently we are sending photos of our shelves for you to look through. We will also be doing some Instagram stories sales as well as Facebook live sales. We are currently taking all payments over the phone or Website (if online order is placed). We are doing no contact porch pickups as well as local deliveries.
Planning any events, sales, or other special programs?
We are hoping to do Instagram stories sales and Facebook Live sales. We also sometimes do pop up sales so be sure to follow us on social media and sign up fro our newsletter.
Anything else you'd like to tell our members?
Thank you so much for continuing to support us (even when it isn't easy!). Truly, any order, no matter how small, has a big impact on small businesses! We are so grateful for the local community of makers and wish you continued creativity and good health.
Neal's Vacuum & Sewing Center
309 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA 52761
Ginger Kebler (contact person)
Phone: 563-263-4543
Email: help@nealsew.com
Where to follow online
Website: www.nealsew.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Neals-Vacuum-Sewing-Center-238863872078/
You can contact us via phone, e-mail, or Facebook
How to shop now
Our store is still open. You can call the store at 563-263-4543 or e-mail nealsew51@gmail.com We accept all major credit cards. We also have some kits and precuts available on-line on our website at http://www.nealsew.com. We offer mail orders as well as curbside pickup. You can also drop off your sewing machine for repair with a curbside drop off. Just call the store to set up a time and get detailed instructions.
Anything else you'd like to tell our members?
Anyone wanting to come to the store please know that the street out front is torn up so you will have to come through the alley behind the store.
Shields Sewing Center – Iowa City & Davenport
230 Scott Ct., Iowa City, IA 52245
Owner: Tim Shields Manager: Janice Schwartz
Shop phone: 319-358-0101
Tim email: timssc@msn.com
Jan email: janshieldssewing@gmail.com
Where to follow online
Website: www.shieldssewingcenter.com
Facebook Link https://www.facebook.com/ShieldsSewing/
How to shop now
We are now open Monday/Wednesday 10-2 in Iowa City
Tuesday/Thursday 10-2 in Davenport
Friday/Saturday by appointment
We have items (machines, needles, thread, stabilizers, etc.) to purchase on our website or you can place an order via email or phone that can be shipped or picked up.
Anything else you'd like to tell our members?
We are hoping to be open daily starting May 18th and encourage you to follow us on Facebook and/or sign up to receive email updates.