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News 10/15/24


Asheville Cotton Co.

Hi! I hope this email finds you and yours safe and sound. We're delighted to be back open at Asheville Cotton Co.  While we're still navigating the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, we will have abbreviated hours. 

OPEN 

10a-4p 

until further notice. (Closed Sunday and Monday.)

 

Our phone is not currently working, so please EMAIL us at ashevillecottonco@gmail.com if you have any questions or special orders. 

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Floor Model and Pre-Loved Machine Sale

We have a TON of Floor Model machines and sergers priced to go! We've got too many to list here, including a bunch of newer Janome floor models. Email us at ashevillecottonco@gmail.com if you're interested, or come by for a demo. Click here for a list of pre-loved machines, serviced and ready to go! All machines come with FREE Machine Mastery classes, a one-year service warranty, discounts throughout the store and more! We also have interest-free financing options on new and pre-loved machines.

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Upcoming Classes

YES! We have new classes coming up very soon (as soon as Friday). There are a couple of spots left in each class, so come join us for some uninterrupted sewing time! Click here to see more info and to register. Please note the date change of the Crazy Quilting by Machine class to Monday, October 28.

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Opportunities to Give

We are beyond grateful for your love, hugs, well wishes, donations, fabric orders, and monetary support during this stressful time. Your generosity never ceases to amaze me! 

 

Quilts and Pillowcases

I've been asked numerous times lately if we can take donations of quilts and pillowcases to give to hurricane victims. Yes! We are taking donations of new handmade quilts and hand-crafted pillowcases. We'll distribute them to those who need to know someone out there is thinking of them!

 

We have one place already, but if you know of an organization that can distribute these items or if you have questions, please email us at ashevillecottonco@gmail.com

 

Used Sewing Supplies

We also know of several sewists who lost everything in their sewing rooms. I know there will be more. While sewing is not life-or-death, you all know how therapeutic it can be. Losing it all has to be pretty awful! Therefore, we are also taking donations of extra sewing supplies you may have on hand. Think of everything you might need to set up a sewing room, from rotary cutters, mats and rulers to thread, irons, and marking pens. Please don't purchase anything, as we can get things at wholesale cost. If you want to donate money toward this, you can purchase a Gift Card for Others here. 

 

If you or someone you know needs sewing supplies due to Helene, email us at ashevillecottonco@gmail.com so we can add them to our list.

 

Annual Stash Bash for Santa Pal

Mark your calendars! You're going to want to be here the afternoon of Tuesday, November 12th (3-6pm) for our annual Stash Bash charity event. We'll have snacks and lots of great deals! 

Stash Bash is a raffle and silent auction we hold each year to raise money for a wonderful charity that allows local families in need to choose specific Christmas gifts for their children. This year there will be an especially critical need. Learn all about Santa Pal here at santapal.org.

 

De-stash your stash and bring your extra sewing and craft supplies now until November 9th. We accept fabric, kits, books, magazines, patterns, machines, yarn, unfinished projects, finished projects and quilts, and just about anything else sewing related. Plan on coming out and picking up some great deals!

 

Our ACC Family

Of all the fundraisers we've done over the years, the hardest one has been for my daughter. It's emotionally difficult (and humbling) to be on the receiving end of a fundraiser. Alice Drue, who works in the store with us, was able to escape the flood waters of Mill Creek in Old Fort with her boyfriend Chris, her cats, and the clothes on their backs. The water took everything else as they watched. We are so grateful they and their neighbors escaped. If you want to see photos and hear more of the story, click on the GoFundMe link below.

Many of you have donated already, and we are so appreciative! The money raised goes toward a place to live and replacing lost items, including tools that Chris uses at his job. If you'd like to help, we have:

 

PayPal - username: robinsewz@yahoo.com (note this is sewz with a "z"). Please specify if you wish the money to go toward rent and other store expenses, or to Alice Drue.

 

Venmo - https://www.venmo.com/u/Robin-Culbertson-6. Please specify if you wish the money to go toward rent and other store expenses, or to Alice Drue.

 

GoFundMe - https://gofund.me/e11ed1e9 - SHARING the GoFundMe link has been super helpful. THANK YOU! All this will go to Chris and Alice Drue.

 

Thanks again so very much for your support. It really means the world to us!

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Save the Date!

We are still planning a HUGE two-day "Embroidery Camp" event. Save the weekend of Friday, and Saturday, December 6 and 7. You don't want to miss this! Be on the lookout for news soon, and be sure to sign up for our new Machine Embroidery Newsletter. This newsletter is for those who are interested in hearing about embroidery tips, tricks, classes, sales, new products, events and more. Click here to go to our website to sign up for the new newsletter.

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Now Hiring

Are you outgoing, energetic, and looking for a workplace surrounded by inspiration and creativity? We're looking for fun teammates. Full-time is preferred, but we're also looking for part-time associates. We offer a weekly competitive hourly pay plus machine sales bonuses! Check out the job description here and email us if it sounds interesting!