Vod's Here, Sewing & Crafting Emporium

11/13/2024

If you know me, I love to pop a collar. And it is getting harder and harder to buy shirts off the rack with enough stability in the collar to pop it. So when the sleeves this ancient JCrew shirt began to literally disintegrate, I was VERY sad. (for some reason, the body is still hanging in there.)

This would be the most involved example of Visible Mending that I have done. And it certainly falls into the UPCYCLING category.

I took the old sleeves off, made a new pattern piece and cut new ones out of a lovely light weight Rayon that we sell in the Emporium.

It certainly isn't perfect, (nothing I make ever is). But I'm happy with it! The real test will be when I am trying to style it into my wardrobe.

I offer a Visible Mending/Upcycling/Sashiko workshop monthly! We've got seats open in tomorrow's workshop, so get over there and register for it!

11/13/2024

'Tis the season for two things...
1) To pretend you enjoy airline travel around the holidays.
2) To putt around in traffic running endless errands.

I CAN MAKE BOTH THINGS BETTER FOR YOU!
Need to look busy on the plane so your weird, over-talkative neighbor leaves you alone? You need these ✂️ TSA-compliant scissors ✂️ so you can knit, embroider, and craft your way to silent bliss!

Want a new bumper sticker (or laptop sticker or water bottle sticker) to make all those seasonal to-dos a little more fun? I really crack up every.single.time I see my (F)ARTIST sticker 😆 - it just makes the day better!

Vod's Here is open on Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 4-8pm, or by appointment Thursday - Saturday.

My Central Avenue shop is conveniently located near everywhere you're running around going crazy anyway - Costco, Home Depot, Cricket West, Beauty Bar, Wersell's, TJ Maxx, Kroger, you name it...

Take a little break and duck into somewhere colorful & creative why don't ya?! 🌈

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11/12/2024

Put a bird on it! 🐦‍⬛ 🦤 🦜 🪿 🦩 🪶
(Or anything you want really - block printing is endlessly versatile!)

Join us for a fun evening as artist Rachel Lambes leads us through the full block printing process - from prepping to carving, then printing your own custom design. Print personalized tea towels or reusable shopping totes!

Register now at https://tidycal.com/vodshere/block-printing for upcoming classes on Nov. 21 & Dec. 19.

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All required materials are included in the class tuition. Additional materials will be available to purchase during the workshop if you want to create multiple projects, but are completely optional. Feel free to bring your own materials (shirts, towels, totes, etc.) to print on if you wish. No experience is necessary!

Rachel Lambes, the artist behind Thistlefield LLC, is a Northwest Ohio native currently living near Wauseon with her family. She holds a Master's of Education and works as a professional artist and legal writer. Rachel is a member of the Toledo Artists' Club and a gallery committee member for the Adrian Center for the Arts.

👋 To meet your newest crafty BFF Vod and all of her guest instructor friends visit https://www.vodshere.com/ or pop by the shop at 2901 W. Central Avenue.

11/11/2024

Cutie lil' DIY craft kits coming in hot! Stop by my shop Tues & Weds between 4-8pm to check out these adorable embroidery kits. 🍓

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11/10/2024

Let a bit of whimsy into your world! 🍄
Make a lil' stuffed animal friend, some sweet woodland flora & fungi, or even an F (as in fun? your call!) bomb in our upcoming ✨Intro to Needle Felting✨ workshops on Nov. 16 & Dec. 9.

Guided by artist Holly Strawbridge, you'll learn the basics, explore techniques, and pick up insider tips to create your own whimsical wonders. Register now at https://tidycal.com/vodshere/needle-felting.

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Immerse yourself in a fun, community-oriented atmosphere, connecting with fellow crafters while expressing your unique style.

Class is recommended for ages 16 & up and will take place at Vod's Here Sewing & Crafting Emporium at 2910 W. Central in Toledo - just steps from Cricket West, Central & Secor, the Sanger Branch Library, Beauty Bar, Wersell's Bike Shop and more! See you soon. 🤩

11/07/2024

Trying to come up with a way to ask you to vote daily for my business with the City Paper's Best in Toledo campaign. But it's too soon to make a cheeky reference to the dumpster fire of this past election.

But if you want to participate in a fluff popularity contest, there are two ballots posted in the comments below. One is for ART CLASSES and one is for DIY SHOP.

You can vote daily until December 15.

11/07/2024

Another must-have in my craft studio - stitch snips!

My favorite pair is from Sookie - they're super high quality and affordable too! If I make a little mistake when embroidering or quilting these let me get under even the tiniest, tightest stitches to fix things up without accidentally knicking the fabric too.

💛 Plus they are yellow - the BEST color! 💛

These will last you a good long time - they're forged from high-quality German stainless steel which you can re-sharpen as needed.

Pick them up at my emporium and consider giving them a test drive at my next 🪡 Embroidery 101 Workshop 🪡 on December 5th, where we'll be making this customer favorite stitch sampler!

👉 Register now at https://www.vodshere.com/workshops-descriptions

11/04/2024

Deck the halls with EVERY.COLOR.IN.THE.RAINBOW 🌈 🎄

On Saturday, November 9th artist Stephanie Guittard Scigliano will be swinging by the studio to show us how to make Alcohol Ink Holiday Ornaments! These are so shiny and sparkly and colorful and fun - your holiday decor NEEDS them!!!

Register for the fun at https://tidycal.com/vodshere/alcohol-inks

*Can't make it November 9th? Sign up for December 7th instead! 😍

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11/03/2024

Here's the scoop -
🖊 I cannot survive without this erasable pen!

I use it for so many crafts - especially drawing out my own designs on embroidery hoops & visible mending projects. You can sketch out what you want, stitch in some details, then run an iron over the project quickly and voila! The pen steams right out.

🌟 My other favorite is Wonder Clips - you can use them instead of pins for sewing projects. Less ouchy, much faster, so easy!

Come by and score both for your favorite crafter today!
Vod's Here is open from 4-8pm on Tuesdays & Wednesdays, or I can make a personal shopping appointment just for you from Thursday thru Saturday.

LET'S CRAFT! 💃

11/03/2024

We’ve got a problem. While Vod is doing a top-notch job over here, she can’t be the only one voting for the Emporium.

Please consider using this link to vote DAILY for Best DIY Shop in Toledo.

Here is a direct link to vote for the Emporium.

Check it out now!

11/03/2024

What a fun class today! We all made a the free pattern Allspice Apron, but hacked it and made it reversible. Ivy skipped the pockets, .coastline put one pocket, and Shanda’s going for a pocket on both sides. Fun was had by all! I will be having this class again in the new year, so if you wanna take it, you better dust of your machine and your skills! (I offer private sessions to help you get comfortable with your machine if you need it!)

11/02/2024

I heard a rumor that some of y'all have already started holiday shopping and I've got some great news...

I'll be clueing you in on some of my most favorite, must-have, can't live without craft supplies this week. If you've got a crafter in your life I have the absolute perfect gift!

Stay tuned here for all the crafty details and mark your calendars to stop by my shop soon:

✨ VOD'S SEWING & CRAFTING EMPORIUM
Hours:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 4-8pm
Thursday - Saturday by Appointment
Closed Monday & Tuesday
📍 Find us at 2910 W. Central Ave. Toledo, Ohio 43606

11/01/2024

Good lord, we are running out of photos of her at this point! She looks kinda bitchy in this pic, but it's just because she hasn't met you yet! Stop in to the Emporium to meet our bestest employee-Vod!

10/30/2024

Very excited to add 10 bolts of Riley Blake Confetti Quilting Cottons to our treasure chest of fabric for sale. $8/yard means it’s the most affordable fabric we sell in the Emporium! Get ready, because Vod is about to go on a quilting bender! Join us!

10/29/2024

Looking for something to do with that nervous energy brought on by election season? 🙃 Come chill out and craft with us! 🥰

Annie from Knittedhome joins us on Monday November 4th to teach us how to keep our hands & minds busy through the popular (and useful!) craft of knitting.

We welcome both first-time knitters and those looking for a refresh - learn more & register now at https://tidycal.com/vodshere/knitting.

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Annie will customize the content of the class to your skill level and desired project. Learn essential techniques like creating a slip knot, casting on (the foundation row), and the knit and purl stitch—aka the only two stitches you need to know for any project!

To view our full list of class offerings & private lessons hop on over to https://www.vodshere.com/workshops-descriptions.

Can't wait to see you at our sewing & crafting emporium super soon! 🤓

10/19/2024

What a fun afternoon at the Emporium! These three learned a lot and loved their finished quilted tote bags. Next Sewing Machine workshop will be Saturday, November 2 and we’ll be making an apron! This workshop is for confident beginners. You must be able to thread your top and bottom threads and sew a straight seam allowance. Register today! **twithcoolpeople

10/18/2024

Oh my God, Becky! You won't believe it! We just added another Needle Felting workshop for you!

Monday night 6:00-8:00!

Come stab s**t with us and make cute little things with cute little faces on them!

Register at vodshere.com!

Intro to Needle Felting

11/07/2023

Wtf is going on in this picture? Come to either session today at the Sewing & Crafting Emporium and find out!

Two BYO Crafty hangouts today and every Tuesday!

12:00-2:00

and

7:00-9:00

$10